The Student News Site of East Lansing High School

Portrait
The Student News Site of East Lansing High School

Portrait
The Student News Site of East Lansing High School

Portrait
Joelle King

Joelle King, Photography Editor

Joelle King is in the class of 2025 and is a Photography Editor for Portrait.  This is her third year on staff as a senior.  Joelle’s favorite thing about journalism is telling stories through video. When she is not in the newsroom, Joelle loves competitive dancing and reading.

All content by Joelle King
During Coding club, Orion Smith sits with students Kari Richards (11) Elliot Myers (12) and Tristan O'Keefe (9) about the possibility using Roblox Studio as a way to learn coding on 10/30. Photo by Joelle King

Decoding the Coding Club

Story by Joelle King and Sasha Pager
November 8, 2024
Imitating a party scene, students at ELHS showcase beverage bottles and cups. Such objects are common items seen when entering a function.

[Photo] When the party’s over

Story by Belle Potter, Print Editor
November 8, 2024
Teachers Katie Smith and Madi Zink csit on deck coaching boys swim season together on Feb. 8 2024

[Photo] Best friends beyond the pool

Story by Olin Moyer, Online Editor
October 28, 2024
As late lunch started, Lead Safety Monitor Ronshon Fisher spoke with Ava Hayes (12) checking in on school life and grades on Sept. 25 outside of the commons. Fisher is one of the five new safety team members hired at the high school this year.

[Photo] Leaving a legacy

Story by Holyn Walsh, Editor-in-Chief of Copy
October 26, 2024

Thinking Ahead

Story by Joelle King, Photo Editor
October 3, 2024
Cardona sits with Mrs. Fortner's Kindergarten class, introducing himself.

Biden’s education secretary visits Glencairn

Story by Joelle King, Photo Editor
October 3, 2024
As late lunch started, Lead Safety Monitor Ronshon Fisher spoke with Ava Hayes (12) checking in on school life and grades on Sept. 25 outside of the commons. Fisher is one of the five new safety team members hired at the high school this year.

[Photo] Protecting the Peace

Story by Holyn Walsh, Editor-in-Cheif of Copy
October 3, 2024
Junior Varsity girls tennis coach, Steven Wolff, smiles at player during practice on April 10.

[Photo] Meet the spring sport coaches

Story by Olin Moyer, writer
May 23, 2024
Brett Stanaway sitting in his office on 3/4 Photo by Joelle King

A safe space

Story by Joelle King, Photo Editor
May 17, 2024
After students rose out of respect for the Anishinaabemowin tradition, the dancers began to move their way in a circle around the centered drummers and singers at the assembly on March 21.

[Photo] ELHS hosts its first indigenous presentation and powwow

Story by Cielo Gutierrez, Writer
March 27, 2024
Patience Brock (11) walks to the Wilson Talent Center school bus on March 12.

[Photo] Finding the right path

Story by Lila Tuell, Staff Writer
March 17, 2024
Disusing dance formation, Brenna Christopoulos and Sara Thompson watch full run-through of Mamma Mia.

[Photo] Dance coach takes on new role as musical choreographer

Story by Grace Papineau, Writer
March 17, 2024
Iram Jat works on homework in the library on Feb. 21.

[Photo] A score doesn’t define success

Story by Iram Jat, Staff Writer
February 27, 2024
Gabrielle Sewavi (12) stands holding a sign that reads "Black History month is our time to speak."

[Photo] Heritage, community and excellence

Story by Omolola Fore Ogunfolabi and Lila Tuell
February 29, 2024

A thin line

Story by Joelle King, Photography Editor
February 13, 2024
Adaptive PE teacher Nicole Kaufman and Shelby Duma(9) help and encourage Gorgy Jozelji (11) to move the ball into the designated hula hoop. Games like this help Jozelji with enhancing his motor skills.

[Photo] Don’t change the student, adapt the class

December 17, 2023
Bronwyn Minnick (11) pulls her legs towards her body while performing a __ jump at the Dewitt invite diving meet on Sep 8.

Junior makes top 10 at States as only ELHS diver

Story by Joelle King, Photo Editor
December 15, 2023
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[Photo] Prioritize prioritizing yourself

Story by Ella Moore, Website Editor
December 15, 2023
Dana Graham during cheer practice

ELHS cheerleading coach Dana Graham fired for disturbing text messages sent to cheer group chat

Story by Joelle King, Photography Editor
December 1, 2023
Ava Smith (11)

Silk press season

Story by Joelle King and Omolola Fore Ogunfolabi
December 1, 2023
Monica Guerra stands at front door greeting students are walking into school on Oct. 26.

[Photo] Monica Guerra, behind closed doors

Story by Liliane Klotz, Staff Writer
November 17, 2023
Feraco celebrating win against Lakeland during playoff game on Nov. 3.

Fighting to be here

Story by Joelle King and Holyn Walsh
November 9, 2023
Walking to the building, students Liliane Klotz (10), Grace Papineau (10), Cielo Gutierrez (10), pose for a photo outside of the high school on Nov. 7.

Thrills without the chills

Thrills without the chills

Story by Joelle King, Photo Editor
November 9, 2023
Walking to the building, students Liliane Klotz (10), Grace Papineau (10), Cielo Gutierrez (10), pose for a photo outside of the high school on Nov. 7.

[Photo] The Off-Campus Lunch Rush

Story by Cielo Gutierrez, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
Holding a prop plate, Grace Papineau (10) stands in Thompson's room on Sep. 25 rehearsing the play "Noises Off" with her fellow actors.

[Photo] Noises off, curtains up

Story by Leo Kendall, Print Editor
October 9, 2023
Rushing by, students hurry to class through the main hallway on Oct 4.

[Photo] How gun violence affects high school students

October 9, 2023
Former Portrait staff members Allison Treanor and Gretchen Rojewski attending "The Land Is Inhospitable And So Are We" listening party at Davis Theater in Chicago Illinois on Sep 7.

A check in from college

Story by Tyler Keefe, Holyn Walsh, and Joelle King
October 6, 2023
Leo Kendall (11) shows exaple of school provided feminine products on Oct 3.

[Photo] period products should be a right, not a privilege

Story by Ella Moore, Website Editor
October 6, 2023
head coach Bill Feraco speaks to Charlie Baker (12) at practice

[Photo] Football coach celebrates 20th year leading varsity team

Story by Joseph Powers, Staff Writer
October 6, 2023
Students join parents in walkout demonstration at middle school

Students join parents in walkout demonstration at middle school

Story by Ky Bey and Joelle King
September 29, 2023

Cheering on the new year

Story by Joelle King, Photo Editor
August 24, 2023
Teachers Create New Club to Tackle Social Justice Issues

Teachers Create New Club to Tackle Social Justice Issues

Story by Joelle King, Staff Writer
April 3, 2023
Defining Excellence

Defining Excellence

Story by Joelle King, Staff Writer
February 9, 2023

History, In Color

Story by Joelle King, Staff Writer
February 8, 2023
Name: Marisa Serrato-Gamez Grade: 10 Pronouns: She/Her Style inspiration: Pinterest Where to shop: Target, Amazon Summer vs. Fall fashion: c Favorite part of fashion: Statement pieces usually a color or type of pants Advice: “I think honestly I think using Pinterest and stuff like that just kind of seeing what you're into with enough styles. And that's just what pops up in your feed all the time. Like that's where I get all of my inspiration.” Fit Check: Birkenstocks- Famous Footwear, pants- Plato’s closet, tank top- Amazon, sweatshirt- Unsalted Coast

Dress to Impress

Story by Joelle King, Staff Writer
November 13, 2022
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