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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
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., Editor-In-Chief

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., Managing Editor

“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., Editor

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., Editor, Website Manager/Designer

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., Editor, Website Manager/Designer

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

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

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., Staff Writer

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...

The Seniors are on our knees begging!

No Hippopotamuses Please: Senior Holiday Wishlist

Mirella C., Editor, Social Media Manager

  1. Getting Into our Early Decision and Early Action Schools Twas the night before the decision date, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a quivering senior anxiously...

Match the Student with the Stickers!

Match the Student with the Stickers!

Valentina V., Editor-in-Chief

As class begins and students open their laptops, a colorful array of stickers—including the faces of favorite actors, political slogans, and various travel destinations—reveals itself to the room....

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