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Riya Kolappa

Riya Kolappa, Features Writer

Riya Kolappa (11) is a Features Writer for The Perennial, and this is her third year on staff. This year, Riya is excited to write out-of-the-box articles, work with her ASB members, and discover new R&B music.

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Students Receive Honorable Mentions in NPR Podcast Contest

Students Receive Honorable Mentions in NPR Podcast Contest

Riya Kolappa, Features Writer November 19, 2024

   The power of one’s voice can hold more weight than just the written word alone. This notion is one that writing and social entrepreneurship teacher Michelle Gannon’s students have embodied and...

New Leadership, Same Pinewood Spirit

New Leadership, Same Pinewood Spirit

Riya Kolappa, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

   Her fingers run across the cover and pull the book open. This is the beginning of a new chapter in Eve Kulbieda’s life, one where she is the Head of Pinewood Upper Campus.    Kulbieda joined...

Is the Staff Room Just a Family Reunion?

Is the Staff Room Just a Family Reunion?

Riya Kolappa, Features Writer March 27, 2024

 As Lizzo once said, “All the rumors are true.” The three Wells at Pinewood are related. English teachers David Wells and Patricia Welze and Director of Communications Katy Wells are all connected...

Regan Shee: Student by Day, Ballroom Dancer by Night

Regan Shee: Student by Day, Ballroom Dancer by Night

Riya Kolappa, Features Writer March 11, 2024

The Latin music comes on, and it’s time to walk on. Toes must be pointed. Arms must be straight. Movements must be sharp. Ballroom dancing in front of hundreds of people while ensuring every detail...

Candy Hearts and Sweet Cards: Celebrating Valentine’s Day With Candy Grams

Riya Kolappa, Features Writer February 4, 2024

   Valentine’s Day — the day of love. A time to surround yourself with those who make you feel cared for. At Pinewood, one of the annual Valentine’s day traditions includes sending candy grams...

Students Celebrate Holidays With Various Traditions

Students Celebrate Holidays With Various Traditions

Riya Kolappa, Features Writer November 16, 2023

   Drinking hot cocoa as “Let it Snow,  Let it Snow, Let it Snow” plays on the radio. Sitting by the fireplace on frosty winter days wrapped in a fuzzy blanket. Cutting open the turkey at the dinner...

Students Take Jobs in the Community

Students Take Jobs in the Community

Dhruv Gupta and Riya Kolappa October 17, 2023

   Over the summer, several Pinewood students worked in the Los Altos community, seeking to contribute in meaningful ways while making money.    Junior Shay Cornyn worked at Teaspoon,...

Featuring Daniel Blotter, Nate Martin, Sally King, Adam Fallick, Niki Taradash, and Ashton Riches

[Photo] Prisha’s Tribute to SLC Seniors

Prisha Mohapatra, Opinion Writer May 2, 2023

Featuring Daniel Blotter, Nate Martin, Sally King, Adam Fallick, Niki Taradash, and Ashton Riches

Featuring British Spy and American wannabe Prisha Mohapatra.

[Photo] Prisha Apologizes on Behalf of the British

Prisha Mohapatra, Opinion Writer March 28, 2023

Featuring British Spy and American wannabe Prisha Mohapatra.

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[Photo] Bomb Cyclone Bombards Admin

Annabelle Eaton, News Writer February 1, 2023

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