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

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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.

Spyglass

A stack of gifts.

What’s On Your Christmas Wish List?

Jessica S. December 11, 2023

With Christmas coming up in only two Mondays, it’s essential to finalize your Christmas wish list. December 25 may be quickly approaching, but don’t worry, I’ve got 10 gift or wish list ideas just...

Top 5 Christmas Movies To Watch for the Holidays

Top 5 Christmas Movies To Watch for the Holidays

Alexis E. December 11, 2023

Get into the festive spirit with these top five Christmas movies to put you in the holiday spirit. From heartwarming classics to charming animated tales, these films will bring joy and entertainment to...

Yam Festival 2023

Yam Festival 2023

Lilah R. December 11, 2023

Spyglass staffers and faculty chaperones pose on Westridge stairs before departing for Boston.

Spy Us in Boston!: Spyglass Visits Boston for Journalism Convention

Kristin C. and Tekle S-J November 13, 2023

From November 1 to November 4, eight Spyglass staffers visited Boston for the annual JEA/NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention. After arriving in Boston just before midnight on November...

I run with the ball as I try to escape Rosemead defenders. We beat Rosemead High School 26-6.

Opinion: I Found Fun in Flag Football

Ella B. November 13, 2023

“Motion,” yells the quarterback behind me. I catapult a football between my legs and take off on a straight route ahead. The quarterback locks eyes with me, slings her arm back, and hurls a football...

In this article, I express my frustration over the 11th grade Discovery Week in 2024.

Opinion: Want Me to Pay $2500 for Discovery Week? At Least Give Me a Say.

Ella B. November 13, 2023

On Monday, November 6, my Human Development class began our 70-minute session as usual—venting about recent stress and frustrations. Normally, we would talk about upcoming tests and quizzes and how tired...

Jennifer L. 25 hits the ball back in a tennis match. This year, Jennifer won the Prep League Singles title and was crowned Singles MVP.

Two Juniors Win Championships: A Fall Sports Round-Up

Ella B. November 13, 2023

This fall sports season was filled with rarities from the inaugural season of CIF-sanctioned sports to two different individual athlete championships. Although not every team walked away with many wins,...

Girls Just Want to Play Sports is a column highlight women athletes. This edition is about the tremendous growth of womens basketball.

Girls Just Wanna Play Sports: Reflecting on the Careers of Women’s Soccer Players

Ella B. November 13, 2023

This August, women’s soccer teams from around the world competed in New Zealand and Australia for the coveted FIFA Women’s World Cup. The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) has been a favorite...

This June, 10 Westridge students and two faculty members embarked on a 10-day trip to Ireland as a part of Westridges Summer Global Art Program.

Testimonies from Westridge’s Summer Global Art Program in Ireland

Ella B. and Reed D. October 2, 2023

This summer, Art Department Head Ms. Lorri Deyer and Lower School Art Teacher Ms. Val Trimarchi accompanied ten Upper School students to Cow House Studios, an art farm in southeast Ireland. Editor...

Roman middle school students sporting yellow and cheering for their team. Click the link below to read the photo essay.

Greek and Roman Initiation: Mario Kart Edition

Ella B. and Emily L. October 2, 2023

To read this article in its intended format, as a photo essay, click here.  On Wednesday, September 20, Westridge students and faculty packed the Hoffman Gymnasium in yellow, blue, and white attire....

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