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.

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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After the emergence of ChatGPT, students and faculty at Westridge are having conversations about AIs potential impacts on academics.
Westridge Raises Questions About the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Education
Ella B. and Tanvi C. March 13, 2023

In an Upper School AP Computer Science Principles class, Holly N. ’25 sits in front of her computer and watches curiously as...

Recent Stories
Featured Story
Is having a tutor necessary to being successful at Westridge?
Tutoring: An Exception or Expectation?
Sophene A. and Kristin C. March 13, 2023

Part of being a good student is learning to self-advocate or get help from a teacher or friend. Sometimes, help comes from a tutor. Like many...

Lower Schoolers participate in sack racing to win an inflatable animal shaped headband.
All School Day Returns to Westridge with “Into the Wild” Theme
Jessica W. March 13, 2023
Maintenance draining the water behind Frank Field.
Southern California Rainstorms Force Faculty and Students to Adapt
Lilah R. March 13, 2023
Top Stories
iSpy: March Edition
iSpy: March Edition
March 13, 2023
Spyglass Live: Spyglass Celebrates Student Press Freedom Day
Spyglass Live: Spyglass Celebrates Student Press Freedom Day
March 13, 2023
Matilda (Alex S. 24) and the Escapologist (Eliza L. 25)
Courage, Connection, and Comedy: Westridge Theater Presents Matilda the Musical
March 13, 2023
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Recent Stories
Op-Ed: New Resources Doesn’t Mean Harmful Resources: Westridge Needs to Reconsider Student Use of ChatGPT and SparkNotes
Op-Ed: New Resources Doesn’t Mean Harmful Resources: Westridge Needs to Reconsider Student Use of ChatGPT and SparkNotes
Sarah L. March 20, 2023
Clara T. ’27, Eliza S. ’27, Brynn C. ’27, and Abby W. ’27 at the Poly Invitational Meet at Caltech.
Middle School Track and Field Takes First Place at Poly Invitational Meet
Rebecca L. March 20, 2023
Is it Uniform or is it Free Dress? Take the Quiz!
Is it Uniform or is it Free Dress? Take the Quiz!
Mirella C. March 13, 2023
The English office desks are empty due to the relocation.
English Office Relocated While Facilities Investigates Smell in Rothenberg Humanities Building
Gia S. March 13, 2023
Features
US Supreme Court Takes Up Affirmative Action and Race-Based Admissions
US Supreme Court Takes Up Affirmative Action and Race-Based Admissions
Mirella C. and Tanvi C. December 12, 2022

In October 2022, as high school students around the United States began refining their college applications, the Supreme Court began reviewing...

Etc.
Young multi-ethnic hipster friends relaxing on living room sofa and watching film on TV
What is Westridge Watching? Westridge TV Show and Movie Recommendations
Mckenna D. March 13, 2023

Op-Ed
My doll, Aria, and I
Op-Ed: Yes, I'm 14 and I Still Play With Dolls
Valentina V. March 13, 2023

It’s play day in sixth grade, and I’m sitting alone in the back corner of my cluttered classroom with my favorite American Girl doll, Gabi....

Clara T. ’27, Eliza S. ’27, Brynn C. ’27, and Abby W. ’27 at the Poly Invitational Meet at Caltech.
Middle School Track and Field Takes First Place at Poly Invitational Meet
Rebecca L. March 20, 2023

For the first time ever on March 8, 2023, the Westridge Middle School Track and Field team earned first place at the Poly Invitational Meet at...

Mr. Cross Faces Alopecia With Grace and Resilience
Mr. Cross Faces Alopecia With Grace and Resilience
Lily C. and Olivia L. February 6, 2023

On a chilly November afternoon, Middle School English teacher John Cross sat at a table near the library with a pink flower crown on his head...

Middle School Lacrosse team day of win! 		Anthony Yang (Hayden Y. ’28 Father)
Middle School Lacrosse Wins Their First-Ever Game
Rebecca L. December 12, 2022

On October 27th, 2022, the Middle School lacrosse team won their first-ever game since the program started two years ago. The Middle School Lacrosse...

Campus Culture
Mr. Brian Murdock, Westridges A/V and Tech Support.
Humans of Westridge: A/V and Tech Support Brian Murdock
Amanda S. March 13, 2023

Whether he is saving a classroom from malfunctioning technology or blasting your favorite music at a school dance, Brian Murdock, Westridge’s...

Ms. Amos’ Recipe of the Edition: Honey Joys
Ms. Amos’ Recipe of the Edition: Honey Joys
Mckenna D. March 13, 2023

Michelle Amos, an Upper School Chemistry Teacher, is known for her baking. She often brings tasty treats for her advisory and Chemistry classes....

Local & World
Patrons line up to enter Octavia’s Bookshelf on opening day.
Community Stacks Up at Octavia’s Bookshelf
Ilena M. March 13, 2023

New diversity-centered independent bookstore Octavia’s Bookshelf opened its doors to the Pasadena community on Saturday, February 18. After...

Upper School students sit together in the Hoffman Gymnasium to discuss the recent Monterey Park Shooting.
Westridge Responds to Monterey Park Shooting
Ella B. February 6, 2023

On Saturday, January 21, at around 10 p.m., 72-year-old gunman Huu Can Tran shot and killed 11 people and injured several others at a Lunar New...

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