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Bianka Meza always finds time for her Granite Hills students.

Meza always finds time for her Grizzlies

Emma Figueroa, Senior Staff Writer October 29, 2025

Bianka Meza is a busy person as the attendance secretary at Granite Hills High School, but she also does so much more for the students. Meza has been coaching since she graduated high school and is...

Amberly Jaramillo and Josaleen Garay after their last volleyball match on senior night.

From the gridiron to the volleyball court

Anessa Villagomez, Junior Staff Writer October 27, 2025

From helmets to kneepads, Josaleen Garay and Amberly Jaramillo have embraced the challenge of volleyball after football. With their high school volleyball careers coming to an end, the Granite Hills...

Natalie Hernandez is a junior at Granite Hills High School, who is involved in many extra-curricular activities.

Natalie Hernandez: The most popular face on campus

Jose Navarro, Senior staff writer October 14, 2025

Natalie Hernandez might be the most visible junior at Granite Hills High School. She is involved in ASB, track and field, high-level classes, and multiple clubs and internships, earning the respect...

Granite Hills cheer captains Fatima Garcia and Aleena Alvarado lead by example, balancing busy schedules.

More than just a pretty face: Granite Hills cheer captains balance demanding schedules

Joselyn Carbajal, Senior staff writer October 13, 2025

Behind the bright smiles and sharp routines, being a cheerleader at Granite Hills High School is far more demanding than one might think. It may look effortless, but behind every routine there is discipline...

Granite Hills assistant principal Mrs. Rodriguez.

Granite Hills introduces Mrs. Rodriguez

Jade Macias, Senior staff writer September 12, 2025

Blanca Roriguez was a math, science, and history teacher with special education students for eight years before becoming an assistant principal at Granite Hills High School.  Rodriguez earned her degrees...

Emily Santoyo, Grace Gonzalez and Rebeca Ortiz are the Granite Hills Class of 2025 Valedictorians.

Granite Hills High School Class of 2025 Valedictorians

Esmeralda Ceballos, Senior Staff Writer May 21, 2025

Granite Hills High School is proud to recognize three outstanding valedictorians from the Class of 2025: Rebeca Ortiz, Emily Santoyo, and Grace Gonzalez. Each of these young women has demonstrated astonishing...

Ivan Martinez during his tennis season against Strathmore

Ivan Martinez: A man making moves

Noe Campos, Senior Staff Writer May 16, 2025

Ivan Martinez has been making big moves both on and off the Granite Hills campus throughout his senior year. His family originates from Michoacán, Mexico, and Martinez has grown up in Porterville. Throughout...

Granite Hills LJE teacher Jane Kisling was recognized with the PUSD CTE Teacher of the Year award.

Kisling named CTE Teacher of the Year by PUSD

Andrea Martinez Lemus, Senior Staff Writer March 26, 2025

As head of the Granite Hills Law, Justice, and Ethics Pathway, Jane Kisling has taught public safety, civil law, criminal law, and criminal justice. She has taught at Granite Hills High School since the...

Granite Hills freshman Daniel Rendon is already leaving his mark.

Freshman spotlight: Daniel Rendon

Esmeralda Ceballos, Senior Staff Writer March 25, 2025

Meet Daniel Rendon, a dedicated and ambitious freshman at Granite Hills. Originally born in San Joaquin, Rendon moved down to Los Angeles in his early childhood before settling in Porterville. At...

Ms. Alghonaym is in her third year at Granite Hills High School.

A is for Alghonaym

Brenda Herrera, Junior Staff Writer March 7, 2025

Amara Alghonaym has taught English for three years, bringing her expertise and enthusiasm to Granite Hills High School.  With degrees from UC Davis in Psychology and gaining a minor in Spanish, Education,...

Campus supervisor Ben Rodriguez is always looking out for the students.

Granite Hills’ favorite campus supervisor

Brenda Herrera, Junior Staff Writer February 5, 2025

Originally from Tulare, Ben Rodriguez is a Granite Hills High School campus supervisor who now lives in Porterville where he balances his personal and professional lives. Rodriguez chose to become a...

Passion in action: Alina Soto stands out

Passion in action: Alina Soto stands out

Alex Vargas, Senior Staff Writer January 29, 2025

Boasting many accolades from her student career at Granite Hills High School, 17-year-old senior Alina Soto has made a name for herself around campus. Born and raised in Arcadia, a city located...

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