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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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Valentine's Day Etc.

Valentine’s Day Etc.

February 12, 2024

10 Indie Love Songs for Valentine’s Day

10 Indie Love Songs for Valentine’s Day

Reed D. February 12, 2024

“Luna” by The Smashing Pumpkins “Acolyte” by Slaughter Beach, Dog “anything” by Adrianne Lenker “Across the Universe” by Fiona Apple “Kiss Me” by Sixpence None the Richer ...

7 Westridge Red Flags

7 Westridge Red Flags

Kristin C. and Valentina V. February 12, 2024

If your friend/partner does any of these—watch out!   Actually enjoy Honors Chemistry                                                                   ...

Painting depicting Lupercalia celebrations (Wiki Commons).

Ancient Lupercalia: My Bloody Valentine, Indeed!

Reed D. February 12, 2024

  Emboldened by the three clicks (thank you, Mom, Dr. M, and Mom again!) that my article on the ancient pagan Festival of Saturnalia received in Spyglass’s last edition, I am going to continue...

Coming to school sick

“I can’t come TO SCHOOL cough cough, I’m sick.”

Belle Z. February 12, 2024

The experience of being sick, in case you are all too often ‘doing well’, is awful enough. Being sick during a Westridge school week? The ultimate tragedy. First of all, as a serious student, you...

10 Things I Hate About Junior Year

10 Things I Hate About Junior Year

Sarah L. and Lilah R. February 12, 2024

I hate how heavy Eric Foner’s history textbook is And the way each chapter never ends I hate the Fridays without free dress And I hate homework-filled weekends I hate the long Commons lines And...

A Love Letter to My 13 Cats

A Love Letter to My 13 Cats

Kelly C. February 12, 2024

To my 13 cats,  I know you all will never be able to read this; but since it’s the month of love, there’s nobody that deserves this dedication more than you.  I love seeing your faces when...

All the Relationships I’m Mourning This Valentine’s Day

All the Relationships I’m Mourning This Valentine’s Day

Sylvie S.-J. February 12, 2024

As capitalism mows through Valentine’s Day and I find myself (happily, dare I say cheerily?) single again, I’m thinking about all the relationships I’m mourning. I offer up a complete list:   Apple...

Rom-Com Titles: Westridge Edition

Rom-Com Titles: Westridge Edition

Tekle S-J and Rebecca L. February 12, 2024

27 Unexcused Tardies (500) Days of ICWs 10 Things I Hate About The Commons Line Confessions of a Westridge Student   How to Lose an A in 10 Days While You Were Studying My...

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Holiday Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Cake

Reed D. December 11, 2023

Celebrate the holiday season with the warm and inviting aroma of this delicious pumpkin spice cake! This delectable dessert perfectly captures the essence of the fall and winter seasons with its rich blend...

Io, Io, Io, Merry Saturnalia!

Io, Io, Io, Merry Saturnalia!

Reed D., Editor December 11, 2023

If you even have time to read this between madly revising AP Bio labs while applying to college while writing a seasonally delightful piece for Spyglass’ holiday edition while wishing you had a prescription...

A stack of gifts.

What’s On Your Christmas Wish List?

Jessica S. December 11, 2023

With Christmas coming up in only two Mondays, it’s essential to finalize your Christmas wish list. December 25 may be quickly approaching, but don’t worry, I’ve got 10 gift or wish list ideas just...

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