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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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The Sophomore Wall: Students Reflect on Overcoming the Struggles of Sophomore Year

The Sophomore Wall: Students Reflect on Overcoming the Struggles of Sophomore Year

Sarah L. May 30, 2023

Climbing over the infamous Sophomore Wall is no small feat. The Sophomore Wall, as referred to by teachers and administrators, is the jump students experience in the transition from 9th to 10th grade....

One Year Later: Head of School Ms. Andrea Kassar Is Still All In

One Year Later: Head of School Ms. Andrea Kassar Is Still All In

Ella B. May 30, 2023

When I first interviewed new Head of School Ms. Andrea Kassar back in late August, she spoke about her desire to observe Westridge before making changes. Rather than immediately implementing new initiatives,...

“It’s been a year of planning and training”: Westridge’s Honor Council Concludes Its Pilot Year

“It’s been a year of planning and training”: Westridge’s Honor Council Concludes Its Pilot Year

Sophene A. May 30, 2023

The 2022–2023 school year served as the pilot year for Westridge’s Honor Council, a program that allows Upper School students to gather and discuss conduct that doesn’t align with Westridge’s values...

Spyglass Honors Its Seniors

Spyglass Honors Its Seniors

Ilena M. May 30, 2023

This spring, Spyglass is sending off five spectacular senior staffers. Over their many years on staff, Katie, Hannah, Mckenna, Hailey, and Jessica have brought talent, enthusiasm, kindness, mentorship,...

Associated Student Body Cabinet for the 2023–24 School Year Is Announced

Associated Student Body Cabinet for the 2023–24 School Year Is Announced

Ella B. May 29, 2023

On Thursday, May 11, Westridge students gathered in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) to hear speeches from several candidates for the Associated Student Body (ASB) cabinet. This year, the student body...

Dorien Grunbaum, child Holocaust survivor, Anne Frank LA co-founders, “Your Story Matters” contest winners including Sarah L. ’25, and Olivia P. ’29 at the ribbon cutting and award ceremony on May 18, 2023.

Sarah L. ’25 Wins Anne Frank LA and Los Angeles Public Library “Your Story Matters” Essay Contest

Gia S. May 29, 2023

Spyglass staffer Sarah L. ’25 won the “Your Story Matters” essay contest hosted by Anne Frank LA, a non-profit dedicated to Anne Frank’s legacy, and the Los Angeles Public Library to celebrate...

An “Enchanting” Night of Dance and Connection

An “Enchanting” Night of Dance and Connection

Valentina V. May 29, 2023

Dancers rush up and down the PAC stairs, preparing for the show. Those in Intermediate Dance form ocean waves in their flowing costumes as they giggle together on the couch in the costume shop, unbothered...

(Mena J.)

Is Financial Accessibility Enough to Make Discovery Week Equitable?

Katie S. and Gia S. April 24, 2023

This year, Westridge students participated in Discovery Week, a mandatory week of experiential learning prior to Spring Break. Seniors jetted off to international destinations, juniors went on domestic...

(Gia S. '25)

Eliza W. ’24 steps into Spyglass Editor in Chief role for 2023–24.

Gia S. April 24, 2023

Outgoing Editor in Chief, Ilena M. ’24, will pass the illustrious baton to classmate, fellow staffer, and current Managing Editor, Eliza W. ’24. Ilena has been a mature and steady leader with outstanding...

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