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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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Over 50 attendees pose for a group photo at the playground structure after the two hour event.

Tiger Cub Club Builds Community Across Generations

Kristin C. March 10, 2025

If you’ve been keeping up with the Westridge Weekly (or video coverage from the Spyglass Instagram), you may know that the campus has been busy these past few days with Alumnae Weekend. What you may...

Wowed by the Women of Westridge: Listening and Learning at Alumnae Weekend

Wowed by the Women of Westridge: Listening and Learning at Alumnae Weekend

Ella B. March 9, 2025

The best dressed woman you know is probably a Westridge alumna. Strutting through the Quad and Madeline Court, I was struck by fun blazers, patterned skirts, and golden racks of jewelry in the timeless...

In the wake of the Eaton fire, Westridge launched the Community Relief Fund to provide financial support for impacted students and family.

“People Immediately Stepped Up”: Westridge Raises $450,000 to Support Fire-Affected Families

Kristin C. and Karalim C. March 8, 2025

Following the Eaton fire, which began on January 7 and took 24 days to fully contain, the Westridge community has come together to support impacted families through the Westridge Community Relief Fund....

“Everybody Has Different Experiences”: Grief and Trauma Specialist Dr. Jennifer Levin Returns to Westridge to Offer Advice After Eaton Fire

“Everybody Has Different Experiences”: Grief and Trauma Specialist Dr. Jennifer Levin Returns to Westridge to Offer Advice After Eaton Fire

Finley N. March 8, 2025

“We are all human. And sometimes a trauma reminds us that we are humans first with needs, and students second,” said Dr. Jennifer Levin, grief and trauma specialist and founder of Therapy Heals....

6th graders (Cassie D., Alexa S., Zetta G., and Lucy L.) smile for a photo while eagerly awaiting to race through the dinosaur-themed obstacle course.

A Day to Enjoy Being a Kid Again: This Year’s Fantastic Jurassic All School Day

Isis L. and Finley N. March 8, 2025

As the theme song from the 1993 blockbuster film Jurassic Park blasts from loudspeakers, it mingles with the laughter and pattering of feet that sounds from every corner of campus. The sun beams down on...

Alice C. '25 and the cast of Newsies rehearse a dance sequence two weeks before opening night.

A Day in the Life of the Lead in Westridge’s Upcoming Musical Newsies: Alice C. ’25

Lilah R. March 8, 2025

If you’re a Westridge student, then you understand the difficulties of tackling heated English discussions, vigorous note-taking during lectures, intense meetings with teachers, and a quiz all—in one...

(Rebecca L. '27 and Finley N. '28) Once again, the annual Discovery Week trips for Upper School students are met with questions about cost, equity, and direct communication.

It’s Discovery Week Season Again…and Students are Less Than Pleased with New Changes.

Tekle S-J and Rebecca L. March 8, 2025

During the past two years of Discovery Weeks, students have voiced their dissatisfaction surrounding price, equity, and choice—and this year is no different. One of the biggest points of contention continues...

Booster Club Co-Chair Ms. Vanessa Withers, Mrs. Allison Dietrick, and Co-Chair Ms. Angela Rashid stand in front of their “Tiger Treats” table. “Parents, players, and fans are excited about [“Tiger Treats”] because it kind of makes Westridge athletics more of a thing,” said Mrs. Dietrick.

Tiger Athletics Booster Club Brings School Spirit and Empowerment

Frances B. March 8, 2025

The Tiger Athletics Booster Club has now fundraised for Westridge athletics for almost a year. Initiated in the spring of 2024, the Booster Club aims to uplift school spirit and pride with events like...

Ms. Frazee talks about her writing process during the All School Read.

The Annual All School Read Celebrates Love, Sadness, and Hope Through Reading Marla Frazee’s Book In Every Life.

Josie S.-J., Staffer March 8, 2025

On February 24, for Westridge’s annual All School Read, Marla Frazee, a well-known illustrator and author of children’s books, spoke about her award-winning book, In Every Life.  The book touches...

During the last week before Winter break, numerous teams battled on Frank Field to participate in the first ever Upper School Badminton Tournament.

“This is Like My Second Olympics”: Upper School Hosts First-Ever Badminton Tournament

Rebecca L. March 8, 2025

As a crowd of underclassmen gather around Frank Field, freshman Sienna W. runs towards the badminton net and swings her racket with full force. Freshmen Bennett T. and Abbie Z. scramble to save the birdie...

(Kim Kercher) The group of volunteers who helped set up the February 8 drive.

Westridge Holds Donation Drive for Victims of the Eaton Fire; Welcomes 80 Families to the State Street Parking Lot Distribution Center

Rebecca L. February 19, 2025

On Saturday, February 8, Westridge held a donation distribution center for families affected by the Eaton fire. To prepare for the event, Westridge collected items such as new and gently used books, school...

The first week back at Westridge after the devestating Eaton Fire featured an adapted schedule, town meeting, and a variety of different lesson plans.

The First Week Back: Westridge Students Awkwardly Embrace a New Normal After the Eaton Fire

Gemma A. and Frances B. January 31, 2025

Weird. How else can you describe the feeling of stepping onto campus after seven days of absolute devastation just beyond Westridge’s gates? Strange? Surreal? It’s hard to capture the transition back...

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