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The student-run newspaper of Westridge School for Girls, Spyglass strives to build community and evoke empathy through the medium of journalism. Comprised of passionate student writers, editors, designers, managers, and leaders, Spyglass is dedicated to ethical reporting that amplifies our unique voices to inform, entertain, and forge connection in the Westridge community and beyond.

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The student-run newspaper of Westridge School for Girls, Spyglass strives to build community and evoke empathy through the medium of journalism. Comprised of passionate student writers, editors, designers, managers, and leaders, Spyglass is dedicated to ethical reporting that amplifies our unique voices to inform, entertain, and forge connection in the Westridge community and beyond.

Spyglass

The student-run newspaper of Westridge School for Girls, Spyglass strives to build community and evoke empathy through the medium of journalism. Comprised of passionate student writers, editors, designers, managers, and leaders, Spyglass is dedicated to ethical reporting that amplifies our unique voices to inform, entertain, and forge connection in the Westridge community and beyond.

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Lindsay C. and the other Rose Court members at their retreat and bonding night.
The Secret Life of the 106th Rose Queen: Westridge Senior Lindsay C.
Lilah R. November 16, 2024

“On Tuesday, October 29, Lindsay C. ’25 was crowned the 106th Rose Queen, selected from a pool of...

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The New York Times' homepage blasts "Trump's America." In the back, students work somberly in their Environmental Science and Engineering course, after their teacher, Ms. Michelle Amos, altered her cirriculum to serve as a student work-day, cognizant of student emotions after the election results came out.
Westridge’s Upper School Mourns Kamala Harris’ Loss, Grapples With a Second Term for Donald Trump
Ella B. and Josie S.-J. November 16, 2024

Upper School lunch on Wednesday, November 6, was filled with sadness and disappointment. Several faculty members hid their faces behind large sunglasses, some with eyes welling with tears, while students’ smiles disappeared...

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In the weeks and days before the election, three Westridge sophomores traveled to Nevada to support Kamala Harris' campaign.
“It’s Important to See That You Do Have an Opportunity to Help:” Sophomores Travel to Nevada to Support Vice President Kamala Harris’ Campaign in Election
Tekle S-J November 16, 2024
(Sophia Y. '26) You still awake? Spyglass followed four Upper School students to uncover the factors and habits of their sleep routines.
You Still Awake? Spyglass Followed Four Upper School Students’ Sleep Routines for 22 days
Rebecca L. November 16, 2024
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Ella B. November 16, 2024
The ban will reframe how both students and admission officers approach future applications.
Westridge Reacts to California’s Decision to Ban Legacy and Donor Consideration in the College Admissions Process
Tanvi C. and Mirella C. November 16, 2024

On Monday, September 30, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation banning private, non-profit institutions from considering legacy...

Lindsay C.'25 after her third round of interviews for the Rose Court.
From a Westridge 4th Grader to the 106th Rose Queen: Lindsay C. ’25 Shares Her Growth
Kelly C. and Tanvi C. November 16, 2024

On Tuesday, October 29, Lindsay C. ’25 was crowned the 106th Rose Queen, selected from a pool of six other members of the Rose Court. She is...

Sophomore quarterback Abby W. pitches the football as Layla R. '27 looks back. The Tigers played Ayala in the season opener, losing 19-6, but went on to win four straight games after that.
Jennifer L. ’25’s Back-to-Back Prep League Tennis Championship Headlines the 2024 Fall Sports Season
Ella B. and Isis L. November 16, 2024
Coach Horn sits in front of a cluster of sporting trophies and an inspirational tiger poster.  
(Gemma A. '27)
“I Will Be a Tiger for Life.” After Over Thirty Years At Westridge, Director of Athletics Coach Melanie Horn Announces Her Retirement
Gemma A. November 15, 2024
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The student-run newspaper of Westridge School for Girls, Spyglass strives to build community and evoke empathy through the medium of journalism. Comprised of passionate student writers, editors, designers, managers, and leaders, Spyglass is dedicated to ethical reporting that amplifies our unique voices to inform, entertain, and forge connection in the Westridge community and beyond.