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The student news site of Portola High School

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Arnav Chandan

Arnav Chandan, Sports Editor

Arnav Chandan is the Sports Editor and Co-Business Manager for his second and final year on the Portola Pilot. Outside of spending hours upon hours in Adobe InDesign, you can probably find him playing classical guitar pieces that will probably give him carpal-tunnel syndrome, listening to music or thinking about his favorite animal: the mighty sheep. This year, he’s excited to learn more about the new Pilot members and create stronger bonds with his fellow teammates. BAAH BAAH BAAH.

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Disney officially announced the release of a live action remake of the beloved animated film “Moana” (2016) on April 3. Other remakes currently slated for release are “The Little Mermaid,” “Snow White” and “Lilo & Stitch.”

Disney’s Penchant for Remakes Loses the Magic of Traditional Animation

Arnav Chandan and Tara Vatandoust | May 12, 2023
Saxophonist and sophomore River Bridson performs a solo during the song “After Sunset” by Larry Neeck played by Jazz II. The jazz program is split into two groups: Jazz I, the intermediate and advanced group led by instrumental music teacher Kyle Traska, and Jazz II, the beginner and intermediate group led by instrumental music teacher Desmond Stevens.

Spaghetti under the Stars: Annual Jazz Night Concert Shines Bright

Arnav Chandan, Sports Editor | April 28, 2023
Freshman Kyson Lu holds up a prototype Motorola phone, a product that was never released in the public market. As networks designed to support vintage phones begin to shut down, Lu said that many of his vintage phones have stopped working, but his passion for collecting remains ongoing.

This Freshman Owns Over 120 Retro Phones

Arnav Chandan, Maya Tedini, and Camille Clement | April 26, 2023
Math teacher Eric Graham presents “Las Meninas” by Diego Velázquez to his class. Out of all the artwork Graham has seen over the years, he says that “Las Meninas” is his favorite piece because of the story and intricate details that the painting holds.

Data meets Da Vinci: A Math Teacher’s Journey into the World of Art History

Arnav Chandan, Sports Editor | February 28, 2023
Captain Hook (sophomore Jay Shin) and his pirate gang dance to “Hook’s Tango.” The melody features an elegant, soft tune, contrasting the main lyrics of the song, which uncover Hook’s sinister personality and nefarious plans.

Neverland Comes to Life in ‘Peter Pan’ Musical

Arnav Chandan, Sports Editor | February 7, 2023
Junior Liz De Maria practices playing her acoustic guitar at home after school. De Maria first began her journey with the ukulele, learning her first song, “Riptide” by Vance Joy, in under four days, according to De Maria.

Junior Liz De Maria Connects Philosophy and Music through Guitar

Arnav Chandan, Sports Editor | January 9, 2023
Sophomore and soloist Sara Haidar sings “Winter, Fire and Snow” by Brenden Graham with an accompaniment on cello from senior Juel Wettstein. The annual winter concert filled nearly every seat in the theater, according to choir director Adrian Rangel-Sanchez.

Choir Concert Lifts Spirits in Annual Winter Performance

Arnav Chandan, Sports Editor | December 16, 2022
Although listening to music while studying is popular among many students, others may be able to achieve success better through natural sounds such as those presented through “white noise.”

Ranking The Best Study Music Genres For Upcoming Finals Season

Arnav Chandan, Sports Editor | November 16, 2022
Freshman Dylan Erol and peer tutor and senior Adrian Chow work together to tackle a math assignment solving absolute value equations and analyzing graphs. Since peer tutoring is free and located on campus, it provides a much easier alternative for parents than off-campus tutoring, according to peer tutoring adviser and counselor Melissa Gibson.

Turning the Tables: Students Become Teachers Through Peer Tutoring System

Arnav Chandan and Mia Jong | November 2, 2022
S3 Episode 01: Clowns, Ghouls and Killers: A Reflection on the Horror Genre

S3 Episode 01: Clowns, Ghouls and Killers: A Reflection on the Horror Genre

Dheeksha Bhima Reddy, Arnav Chandan, Aditi Salunkhe, Arshia Sista, and Parmin Zamani | October 23, 2022
Seniors Danae Dang and Katherine Martinez write positive expressions on sticky notes on Sept. 8 for students struggling with mental health. The post-it notes will be put up in the counseling building to collectively form a heart, with the hope that they will help someone in need, according to Hope Squad co-adviser Maureen Muir.

Hope Squad Invites The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to Raise Mental Health Awareness On Campus for Suicide Prevention Week

Arnav Chandan | September 14, 2022
Wind Ensemble flutist and senior Sophia Lin, Wind Ensemble percussionist and sophomore Jade Niu, Wind Ensemble percussionist and junior Aleyna Luick, Wind Ensemble percussionist and junior Robin Yeh and Symphonic Band flutist and senior Hailey Tsui take a group picture at a photo booth in between acts.

Instrumental Music Ensembles Bring the Silver Screen to Life at Soundtracks & Cinema Concert

Arnav Chandan and Ryan Jung | May 27, 2022
The letter-grading system prevents students from escaping the high expectations maintain a high academic standard rather than exploring their identities through adolescence.

It’s Time to Take a ‘Pass’ at a Better Grading System

Arnav Chandan and Dheeksha Bhima Reddy | May 23, 2022
Physical education and health teacher Brittany Frymire walks her students through a jump-roping drill during class. According to Frymire, the most important part of her daily workouts is music, ranging from relaxing country music for longer running sessions to lively hip-hop on more intense weight lifting days.

Physical Education Teacher Brittany Frymire Puts Her Heart and Sole into Running

Cara Chan and Arnav Chandan | May 7, 2022
Goalie and senior Stella Jung plays a key role through the majority of the first quarter as the Bulldogs primarily stick to a defensive position.

After Unfortunate Loss, Girls’ Water Polo Sets Goals for Next Season

Arnav Chandan and Dheeksha Bhima Reddy | February 15, 2022
Internships afford students opportunities to branch out into fields more specialized than typical high school courses allow. Some ROP programs offered at Portola High include automotive technology and animal healthcare, according to ROP counselor Pa Shia Escoto.

Not the Typical Day in the Office

Arnav Chandan and Justin Tang | February 11, 2022
S2 Episode 02: Love Languages: How Do You Define Love?

S2 Episode 02: Love Languages: How Do You Define Love?

Charlotte Cao, Arnav Chandan, Claudia Lin, and Arshia Sista | February 8, 2022
Midfielder and sophomore Aaron Sato attempts to block the opponent after a throw-in from Laguna Hills High.

Boys’ Soccer Barely Misses its Goal against Laguna Hills High

Cara Chan and Arnav Chandan | February 2, 2022
Symphonic Orchestra unites with Portola Singers on stage to perform George Frideric Handel’s “Sinfonia” and “For Unto Us A Child Is Born.” “[Choir] had invited us to play at their concert last week, and so this is sort of a reciprocal thing where they’re going to come and sing with us at our concert,” instrumental music teacher Desmond Stevens said.

Annual Winter Instrumental Concert Sweetens Holiday Cheer

Arnav Chandan, Staff Writer | January 5, 2022
Portobellas choir performs an a cappella rendition of “Carol of the Bells” by Pentatonix. An a cappella performance is a special type of polyphonic singing that does not involve any musical accompaniment.

Choir Students Upraise the ‘Spirit of the Season’ in Annual Winter Vocal Concert

Arnav Chandan and Aadi Mehta | December 16, 2021
Youth are often not held completely responsible for their crimes, especially first degree felonies like homicide and sexual offenses. The number of juveniles receiving a life sentence without parole dropped 6% even though the number of serious youth crimes increased by 13% within the past five years, according to New York Times.

Setting a Standard: Trying Juveniles for First-Degree Assaults

Dheeksha Bhima Reddy and Arnav Chandan | December 6, 2021
Defender and sophomore Kyle Hwang attempts to fend off opposing players from the ball in order to look for a scoring opportunity in the second half. Hwang’s role as defender makes him responsible for preventing the opponents from scoring.

[Photo] Boys’ Soccer Shoots for the Stars Against Orange High

Cara Chan, Arnav Chandan | December 4, 2021

Student Choreographers ‘Break the Ice’ In Preparation For Winter Dance Concert

Arnav Chandan, Staff Writer | November 10, 2021
The Bulldogs (7-5) played their final football game of the season against Dana Hills High on Oct. 29, losing 28-35. Despite the loss, varsity football will advance to CIF, with the team’s first CIF game to be held in the stadium on Nov. 5, according to defensive coordinator and physical education teacher Desmond Hernandez.

Gallery: Football vs. Dana Hills Oct. 29

Ryne Dunman and Arnav Chandan | November 8, 2021
Choir director Adrian Rangel-Sanchez counts off the Canta Bella and Portola Singers ensembles as they perform “Lead, Kindly Light” by Howard Goodall. To prepare for the merge onstage, the chorus groups learned the songs individually during class and practiced together for the first time an hour before the concert started, according to soloist and sophomore Nithila Francis.

Fall Choir Concert Performers Begin their ‘Homeward Bound’ to In-person Concerts

Charlotte Cao and Arnav Chandan | October 25, 2021
Rows of students fill out physical sign-up sheets, QR codes and online forms to indicate interest in a club. This way, clubs can follow up with members through email or by creating large group chats and Discord servers.

Clubs ‘Kick Off’ In-Person after a Year of Being Virtual

Arnav Chandan and Arshia Sista | September 29, 2021
Special education students learn how to use assistive technology tools. Technology in special education classrooms helps teachers better understand the social and emotional needs of their students by teaching them how to use communication applications like Proloquo and Lamp.

Persistent Shortage in Special Education Staff Results in District Vacancies

Arnav Chandan, Staff Writer | September 23, 2021
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris signed two Economic Relief Bills for the COVID-19 pandemic on Jan. 22. The bill was signed in an attempt to extend unemployment benefits as well as raise the minimum wage for federal workers to $15, according to CNN.

GOP Senators Propose Counteroffer Stimulus Package

Ryne Dunman and Arnav Chandan | February 4, 2021
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