Established in 2016, The Portola Pep Squad is built on the foundation of Portola's essential core values of Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Drive, and Empathy. These values aim to develop and strengthen our student athletes.
The Portola Pep Squad is a year-round sport for all students in which the squad supports the Football and Basketball teams. In addition, the Portola Pep Squad offers a STUNT Team that is open to non-squad members and gives members the opportunity to compete against schools across Orange County.
The Pep Squad is a year-long commitment with practices 4 times a week from 2:30 - 4:30pm. During Football Season, the Pep Squad supports and attends games every Thursday (JV) and Friday (Varsity). Basketball Season games vary throughout January and February. Furthermore, STUNT tryouts and practices begin in December and the team begins game play in March.
Tryouts for the Pep Squad are held at end of April or early May and practices begin immediately after tryouts.
Notice of Non-Discrimination in Athletics
IUSD does not discriminate in enrollment in or access to any athletics program available. Admission to these programs is based on age appropriateness, team roster space, aptitude and meeting academic and behavioral eligibility requirements. The lack of English skills shall not be a barrier to admission to or participation in the District's activities and programs.
IUSD's facilities and equipment provided for students are comparable and equitable to both sexes without disparity or imbalance, consistent with his or her gender identity, irrespective of the gender listed on the pupil's record.
For additional information see www.iusd.org (Board Policy 5145.3)