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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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Spyglass’ humor and satire section
This is Frog

This is Frog

Olivia M. March 9, 2025

SATIRE: Four New T-Shirts to Embody Your Westridge Pride

SATIRE: Four New T-Shirts to Embody Your Westridge Pride

Tekle S-J March 8, 2025

Per a recent study, students are out of dress code over 78% of the time on uniform days, increasing by over 20% from the last time we measured in December 2023. To combat this, I propose that more fun,...

I definitely won't be a student at Westridge when the new part of campus opens, but here is my new campus wishlist anyway!

SATIRE: 5 Things I Want to See on Westridge’s New Campus

Ella B. March 8, 2025

As Westridge’s newly acquired property on Arlington Drive is soon to be developed, I urge the construction council to consider the following requests. Though I’ll probably be 45 by the time the new...

(Lillian W. '27) On February 19, I went to the Arleta DMV and passed my behind-the-wheel test. Soon after, I began to reflect on my deservings to drive on the roads.

5 Reasons Why I Should Not Have My Driver License

Rebecca L. March 8, 2025

“Congratulations, you passed…!” my driving instructor said last February, with some hesitance. As I let out a sigh of relief I’d kept in since I got my permit, I felt shocked that I had passed...

Photo Credit: Sophene A.'25

Your Senior Year Survival Guide

Sophene A. December 15, 2024

To all freshman, sophomore, and junior readers, I’m sorry to be the one to tell you that you have not been through the worst of it yet. No other time in high school can compare to the monster that is...

Holiday Recipe: Ginger Molasses Cookies

Holiday Recipe: Ginger Molasses Cookies

Reed D. December 15, 2024

There’s something comforting about these cookies. Maybe it’s the molasses—sticky, bittersweet, and just a little smoky, like a forgotten treasure unearthed from the recesses of your grandparents’...

Dr. M: Latin Teacher and Style Icon

Dr. M: Latin Teacher and Style Icon

Reed D. December 15, 2024

Unlike other classrooms on campus, identified by sterile combinations of letters and numbers, RB65 is unequivocally known as the Latin Room—and for good reason. Roman paraphernalia deck the walls from...

5 Ways to Get Into the Holiday Spirit

5 Ways to Get Into the Holiday Spirit

Josie S.-J., Staffer December 14, 2024

As November rolls in, the holiday spirit is impossible to miss. The season of decorations, gingerbread cookies, and cheer is officially here! Of course, the holiday spirit isn’t exclusive to Christmas—...

Teachers and Departments “Most Likely To” Holiday Edition

Teachers and Departments “Most Likely To” Holiday Edition

Aceley P. and Kelly C. December 14, 2024

Dr. M. - Most likely to win an ugly sweater competition by matching sweaters with her hamster. Dr. Udell - Most likely to spend all her savings on quirky decorations for the chemistry classroom...

The Westridge Smell Speaks Out

The Westridge Smell Speaks Out

Vera M. December 14, 2024

Dear sweatpant enthusiasts and dress code breakers, I know you hate me—I’m aware If I’m being honest, I don’t care. I’m not rare, You can smell me in the air. I’m here, I’m...

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