Skip to Main Content
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

  • April Edition Out Now!
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

Recent
Finley N.
Spyglass Survey of 200+ Students Reveals Attitudes Toward Cheating
Valentina V., Frances B., and Tanvi C. April 27, 2025

Spyglass anonymously surveyed 228/305 Upper School students in April of 2025 to find out what cheating...

Recent Stories
Featured Story
Students at Westridge are seeing their classmates use generative AI more and more. Piper* said, “AI usage is definitely increasing in ways that I wasn't expecting."
Westridge Responds to Generative AI’s Impact on Teaching and Learning
Ella B., Tanvi C., Karalim C., and Kristin C. April 28, 2025

As Piper* reviewed her Spanish notes for an upcoming group presentation in March, she stumbled on a piece of her partner’s writing. To Piper, it felt like it “was written with ChatGPT.” She said the writing “was...

Continue Reading
Seniors in Chile during Discovery Week. “I was very glad I went [to] Chile…it was a really cool experience,” said Jordan B. ’25. (Westridge School)
Discovery Week Resounding Success for Juniors and Seniors; Local Trips Leave Underclassmen Underwhelmed
Frances B. and Josie S.-J. April 27, 2025
Alice Lee will start her time at Westridge on July 1. She said, "I'm incredibly honored and grateful to join the Westridge community as the next Director of Athletics."
Williams College Lacrosse Coach Alice Lee Selected as New Athletic Director
Ella B. April 10, 2025
Top Stories
Editor's Note
April Editor's Note
April Editor’s Note
Ella B. April 27, 2025
Trump Administration’s Funding Threats Complicate Seniors’ College Decisions
Trump Administration’s Funding Threats Complicate Seniors’ College Decisions
Sophene A. and Reed D. April 27, 2025

Federal funding cuts for universities under the Trump administration have recently disrupted the research projects and opportunities of some...

Green Guerilla members and other Westridge students holding protest signs at the candle light vigil. There were around 15 Westridge affiliates in attendance.
“Carbon Free by 2030”: Westridge Students and Faculty Gather at City Hall with Pasadena 100 to Commemorate Clean Energy Resolution’s Anniversary
Ella B. and Lilah R. March 8, 2025

A chant rings through Garfield Avenue, starting just outside of Pasadena City Hall: “Carbon Free by 2030.” Westridge students hoist signs...

Teia L. ’26 stands at the podium at CIF-SS Finals after winning third place in the entire division in pole vault.
Historical Records Made in Lacrosse and Track and Field: A Spring Sports Recap
Jane K. May 24, 2025
As both Coach Melanie Horn (left) and dance teacher Kashmir Blake are set to retire at the end of this school year after decades of service, the Westridge community is taking the time to honor their commitment and dedication to the school.
After 30 Years of Empowering Young Women, Director of Athletics Melanie Horn Retires from Westridge
Ella B. May 24, 2025
Activate Search
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.