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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

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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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Song ’24

Sounds For State Street: Solstice

Carolina H. December 16, 2024

Hello, my name is Carolina, and I am a senior! If you don’t know already, in this column, I’ll create monthly eclectic playlists full of genres from classical to ’70s rock and R&B to pop. I want...

Photo courtesy of Festival de Cannes

Gory Thriller “The Substance” (2024) Evokes Emotions But Lacks Substance

Tekle S-J December 15, 2024

Warning: This review includes plot descriptions and integral details of the film.  The first time I watched Coralie Faregat’s The Substance (2024), I felt like nothing could have prepared me. The...

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...

Students line up in single file after the new signs aim to streamline the flow of traffic.

“The Line is Working Again”: New Policies and Ramen Option Aim to Reduce Crowding and Improve Lunch Experience in the Commons

Karalim C. December 14, 2024

The Commons, the lively center of student activity during morning breaks, lunch hours, and after school, recently introduced several changes to streamline the flow of traffic and improve dining experiences....

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—...

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...

Going down the A Line, our next stop Highland Park.

Metro Stop Highlights: Highland Park

Tekle S-J and Rebecca L. December 14, 2024

Welcome to Metro Stop Highlights, a series where we showcase the various stops along the A Line Metro in Los Angeles, California. Our fourth stop is Highland Park. As you exit the Metro in Highland Park,...

Layla R. '27, center, rushing the ball in a game.

In Second-Ever Season, Westridge Flag Football Features a Postseason Triumph in CIF’s First Year of Offering Playoffs

Jane K. December 13, 2024

Spyglass Editor in Chief Ella B. ’25 snaps the ball into the hands of quarterback Abby W. ’27. Abby makes a short pass to Spyglass staff writer Ari E. ’25. With a quick glance at the field in front...

The Seniors are on our knees begging!

No Hippopotamuses Please: Senior Holiday Wishlist

Mirella C. December 13, 2024

  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...

Students taking the same class can often have different experiences than their peers depending on their particular teacher's interpretation of the course.

Same Class, Different Teacher. When Does One Class Become Two?

Kristin C. and Tekle S-J November 17, 2024

Every August, about two weeks before the school year starts, students anxiously log onto Veracross to check their new schedules. Students frantically text each other, “Which teacher did you get?” and...

PC: Ruby S. Students returning to work and discussing after the meeting.

Middle School Students Find Strength in Community Amidst Election Results

Ruby S. November 16, 2024

The morning of November 6 was gloomy, the usual lively music and happy greetings evidently absent. No casual banter between middle school students filled the air. Instead, as students trickled into...

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