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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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Editor's Note

The May Edition Poster.

May Editor’s Note

Rebecca L., Managing Editor

Tick tock tick tock. The seconds until summer break count down, and I’m already craving sleeping past 8:00 a.m., going to the beach every weekend, and opening up Canvas with zero assignments appearing....

The April Edition Poster. (Nicki W.)

April Editor’s Note

Valentina V., Editor-in-Chief

Someone pass me a box of tissues! This is it, my final Spyglass edition as Editor-in-Chief–and no, this is not a belated April Fool’s joke. Working on this newspaper has made me a better writer, deeper...

The February 9 edition poster.

February Editor’s Note

Valentina V., Editor-in-Chief

This is my last semester of high school. In the coming months, I will take my final bows on the PAC stage, publish my last edition as Editor-in-Chief of Spyglass, and say goodbye to the people who have...

The December edition poster

December Editor’s Note

Valentina V., Editor-in-Chief

The end of the semester is in sight. December brought a much-needed break from the khakis, and students around campus can be found snuggling up in sweats and pjs. The screeching parakeets may be the only...

The November edition poster.

November Editor’s Note

Valentina V., Editor-in-Chief

Boo!  Did I scare you? Good. Now that we’re done with the trick, here’s the treat: the second edition of Spyglass is published, and there is an abundance of new stories waiting for you to read.  In...

Isa H. '26

September Editor’s Note

Valentina V., Editor-in-Chief

Seasoned 12th graders pile on top of each other in the senior hammock to procrastinate the impending early action college deadlines. The jaded juniors have coolly stepped into their new role of upperclassmen,...

Yolanda W.

May Editor’s Note

Valentina V., Editor-in-Chief

Sand-filled flip-flops, striking tan lines, and hours of reading (not for school) are only a few days away. The end of the academic year marks the final Spyglass edition, my first edition as Editor-in-Chief,...

April Editor's Note

April Editor’s Note

Ella B., Editor-In-Chief

And just like that…I’m writing my last editor’s note as Spyglass’ Editor-in-Chief. Last week, the Spyglass staff elected and announced the 2025-26 school year’s leadership, including junior...

Spyglass' March 10th edition poster.

March Editor’s Note

Ella B., Editor-In-Chief

We’re back! Just as I thought spring had arrived, the winter blues struck Westridge this past week with torrents of rain and breezes too cold for a Southern California school. That means it’s March—the...

Spyglass' January 31 edition poster.

January Editor’s Note

Ella B., Editor-In-Chief

Spyglass was set to publish our next edition on February 10. A fire was never meant to ravage through the homes and towns of Westridge community members. Nothing about these past three weeks has gone as...

The poster for Spyglass' December 2024 Edition.

December Editor’s Note

Ella B., Editor-In-Chief

I thought this day would never come. As a senior trudging through endless college applications, extracurricular commitments, and school assignments, I am overjoyed that we are finally heading into Winter...

The November edition poster.

November Editor’s Note

Ella B., Editor-In-Chief

Fall is finally here! I can smell the sweetness of the Yam Fest in the near future, and I can sense the rest and relaxation Thanksgiving Break will bring to the Westridge community. After a packed...

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