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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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Water polo captain MG N. ’25 passes the ball in an attacking play against Tesoro High School. The Tigers defeated Tesoro 12–5 in the first round of CIF playoffs.

A CIF Playoff Appearance in a Season Truncated by the Eaton Fire: A Winter Sports Round-Up

Jane K. and Ella B. March 9, 2025

From Frank Field to the Hoffman Gymnasium to the Alhambra Park Pool, this Westridge winter sports season offered a look into a bright future, as well as a sense of positivity after the devastating Eaton...

Green Guerilla members and other Westridge students holding protest signs at the candle light vigil. There were around 15 Westridge affiliates in attendance.

“Carbon Free by 2030”: Westridge Students and Faculty Gather at City Hall with Pasadena 100 to Commemorate Clean Energy Resolution’s Anniversary

Ella B. and Lilah R. March 8, 2025

A chant rings through Garfield Avenue, starting just outside of Pasadena City Hall: “Carbon Free by 2030.” Westridge students hoist signs that say “Cancel Carbon” and “Go Green. Stay Clean.”...

“Everybody Has Different Experiences”: Grief and Trauma Specialist Dr. Jennifer Levin Returns to Westridge to Offer Advice After Eaton Fire

“Everybody Has Different Experiences”: Grief and Trauma Specialist Dr. Jennifer Levin Returns to Westridge to Offer Advice After Eaton Fire

Finley N. March 8, 2025

“We are all human. And sometimes a trauma reminds us that we are humans first with needs, and students second,” said Dr. Jennifer Levin, grief and trauma specialist and founder of Therapy Heals....

Paddington in Peru is the third film in the Paddington series. Once again, the bear captured audiences' hearts.

REVIEW: Paddington in Peru is the Heartwarming Movie We All Need Now

Tekle S-J March 8, 2025

( This review may contain partial spoilers. ) Whether you think of the Paddington films as a relatable, educational kids’ series or an opportunity for an annoying CGI bear to lead the stage, one thing...

Booster Club Co-Chair Ms. Vanessa Withers, Mrs. Allison Dietrick, and Co-Chair Ms. Angela Rashid stand in front of their “Tiger Treats” table. “Parents, players, and fans are excited about [“Tiger Treats”] because it kind of makes Westridge athletics more of a thing,” said Mrs. Dietrick.

Tiger Athletics Booster Club Brings School Spirit and Empowerment

Frances B. March 8, 2025

The Tiger Athletics Booster Club has now fundraised for Westridge athletics for almost a year. Initiated in the spring of 2024, the Booster Club aims to uplift school spirit and pride with events like...

Ms. Frazee talks about her writing process during the All School Read.

The Annual All School Read Celebrates Love, Sadness, and Hope Through Reading Marla Frazee’s Book In Every Life.

Josie S.-J., Staffer March 8, 2025

On February 24, for Westridge’s annual All School Read, Marla Frazee, a well-known illustrator and author of children’s books, spoke about her award-winning book, In Every Life.  The book touches...

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,...

Postcard from 52 Days After the Fire

Postcard from 52 Days After the Fire

Vera M. and Lillian W. March 8, 2025

  Click on the gallery below to view the postcard.     For Further Reading: Postcard from 15 Days After the Fire Photo Essay: Documenting the Loss of My Home After the...

During the last week before Winter break, numerous teams battled on Frank Field to participate in the first ever Upper School Badminton Tournament.

“This is Like My Second Olympics”: Upper School Hosts First-Ever Badminton Tournament

Rebecca L. March 8, 2025

As a crowd of underclassmen gather around Frank Field, freshman Sienna W. runs towards the badminton net and swings her racket with full force. Freshmen Bennett T. and Abbie Z. scramble to save the birdie...

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...

"Eternal Strength"

“We strive to rise” Rebecca U.G. ’29 paints with her pen a symbol for Westridge in response to the fires.

Ruby S. January 31, 2025

"We strive to rise." Rebecca U.-G. ’29 Paints a Symbol for Westridge in Response to the Fires “When [the phoenix] is reborn, it’s not reborn from nothing. It’s reborn from ashes, destruction....

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