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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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Middle School

All of Middle School came together to identify their "Top 10 Scariest Scenarios."

Top 10 Scariest Scenarios – Westridge Middle School Edition

Westridge Middle School October 29, 2024

    Mr. Cross’ closet and creepy puppet     When your friends are laughing about a joke that you don’t understand     Forgetting your computer, a test, your uniform or free dress,...

“We lost as a team and won as a team.” Middle School Flag Football Team Puts up a Valiant Fight Playing for the Prep League Championship

“We lost as a team and won as a team.” Middle School Flag Football Team Puts up a Valiant Fight Playing for the Prep League Championship

Ruby S. May 19, 2024

The score is 7–6, Mayfield. We’re in overtime. The trophy is just inches away from the Tigers’ grasp, with a green championship banner ready to be ordered along with it. The Tigers can either...

Middle School Students React to New Art Schedule Change

Middle School Students React to New Art Schedule Change

Carys H. May 19, 2024

On May 6th, the middle school gathered for its usual morning meeting when Ms. Farrell Heydorff, the Lower and Middle School Dean of Student Activities, announced that students needed to redo part of...

Dances Give Middle School Students Opportunity for Community and Bonding

Karalim C. May 19, 2024

I strode into Westridge’s dimly lit Hoffman gymnasium which had been transformed into a dance floor, and stumbled over an unseen obstacle.  Disoriented by blinding, bright lights which randomly...

Students working on their homework during Ms. Chabot's study hall

Studying Study Hall: Striking a Balance Between Student Support and Needs

Katherine D. and Micki M. May 19, 2024

The clock struck 2:00, and middle schoolers dashed to claim their favorite seat in the H Block study hall. Scattered around Room X, sprawled on the couch, perched at the tall tables, and cross-legged...

And Then, She Picks Up Her Confidence

Micki M. May 19, 2024

I take a mostly-nervous-but-a-bit-excited deep breath and click the submit button to secure a spot for an audition in And Then She Picks Up The Sword, this year’s middle school play. Reading through...

Danielle even knows how to appreciate the tough moments.
"I love being tired, I love grunting, I just love like, dying"

Danielle L. ‘29 – Student by Day, Ninja By Night

Ruby S. April 14, 2024

A few months ago at the 7th grade dance, I noticed a group of boys huddled around the pull-up bar, showing off and competing with each other to see who could do the most pull-ups. Most of them gave up...

"Class Pet" by Noelle D. and Maya K.

COMIC: Class Pet

Maya K. and Noelle D. February 12, 2024

Mr. Mermelstein talking about the criminal justice system with 8th graders.

Guest Speaker Sheds Light on Inequities of the Justice System

Karalim C. February 12, 2024

On Monday, January 8, 8th grade students met in the Mudd Pit for a deep dive into the criminal justice system with guest speaker and criminal justice lawyer Mr. Mark Mermelstein. 8th Grade History Teacher...

”They looped and meandered, like long conversations with close friends.” -Ms. Anna Bondoc.
Ms. Bondoc loved to draw art that traced bird wing movements.

She Painted Birds In Flight And Helped Me Fly: An 8th grader Remembers 6th grade with Anna Bondoc

Lorelei C.-E. February 12, 2024

On a hectic Wednesday morning, I made my way across Herrick Quad and towards the crowded library where the celebration of life for Anna Bondoc, my sixth-grade English teacher, would be taking place. I...

"Is this how you do it?" A non-athlete’s soccer journey

“Is this how you do it?” A non-athlete’s soccer journey

Ruby S. February 12, 2024

You’re never going to believe what I did a couple weeks ago. I can barely believe it myself. I tried out for the middle school soccer team. It was definitely a spur of the moment thing. I had heard the...

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