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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COMIC: Girls Can
COMIC: Girls Can
COMIC: Uniform Evolution
COMIC: Uniform Evolution
COMIC: This is Frog
COMIC: This is Frog
This is Frog
This is Frog
Ivy Day, the day when all Ivy League schools release their regular admissions decisions online, always arrives in late March. This year, Ivy Day takes place during Discovery Week on March 27. With Spyglass seniors traveling to anywhere from Namibia to Japan to Chile, Ivy Day 2025 should prove to be an enlightening experience.
SATIRE: What Ivy Day Looks Like on Three Different Continents
"I started nonprofit because I'm actually interested in that area, and I want to actually raise awareness for that specific topic," said senior founder of Madhatter Knits Kimberly C. She is one of several non-profit founders at Westridge.
Intent and Impact for Westridge Students Who Found Nonprofits
(Rebecca L. '27 and Finley N. '28) Once again, the annual Discovery Week trips for Upper School students are met with questions about cost, equity, and direct communication.
It’s Discovery Week Season Again…and Students are Less Than Pleased with New Changes.
Investing in the Future of Women: Westridge's Financial Literacy Program
Investing in the Future of Women: Westridge’s Financial Literacy Program
Students embrace each other after a challenging week.
“It’s okay to ask for help”: How Westridge Supported Students and Faculty During the Eaton Fire Crisis
Smoke plumes from the Eaton Fire cloud the sky on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 near the I-210 freeway.
“Each day felt like a year”: A Timeline of Westridge’s Response to the Devastating Eaton Fire
Alice Lee will start her time at Westridge on July 1. She said, "I'm incredibly honored and grateful to join the Westridge community as the next Director of Athletics."
Williams College Lacrosse Coach Alice Lee Selected as New Athletic Director
Over 50 attendees pose for a group photo at the playground structure after the two hour event.
Tiger Cub Club Builds Community Across Generations
Wowed by the Women of Westridge: Listening and Learning at Alumnae Weekend
Wowed by the Women of Westridge: Listening and Learning at Alumnae Weekend
In the wake of the Eaton fire, Westridge launched the Community Relief Fund to provide financial support for impacted students and family.
“People Immediately Stepped Up”: Westridge Raises $450,000 to Support Fire-Affected Families
“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
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
Pip D. '27 and Claire H. '28 have found temporary living arrangements with their Westridge best friends.
Living With a Friend During the Eaton Fire: Offering “Ecstatic” Support
Donations and Volunteering Opportunities: How You Can Get Involved in Fire Relief Efforts
Donations and Volunteering Opportunities: How You Can Get Involved in Fire Relief Efforts
The ban will reframe how both students and admission officers approach future applications.
Westridge Reacts to California’s Decision to Ban Legacy and Donor Consideration in the College Admissions Process
Lindsay C.'25 after her third round of interviews for the Rose Court.
From a Westridge 4th Grader to the 106th Rose Queen: Lindsay C. ’25 Shares Her Growth
The feeling of being at the rink motivated me to persevere through this obstacle.
Falling into finding my resilience: what my injury taught me about perseverance
My twin sister, Nina (left), and I (right) share ice cream cones to celebrate our last day of sixth grade.
OPINION: Two for One: What Being an Identical Twin Taught Me About Being Myself
Pictured left to right: Coach Amy, Ginny A. '25, Joss C. '25, Coach Karen. At the Winter Sports Wrap Up and Recognition, Ginny and I received our joint Leadership Award for our leadership on and off the basketball court.
Why I Joined Junior Varsity Basketball as a Senior
Discovery Week has caused an uproar every year since its beginning.My biggest issue with it: trip inequity. Let's give every trip a chance.
Opinion: Give All Discovery Week Trips A Chance
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
Alice Lee will start her time at Westridge on July 1. She said, "I'm incredibly honored and grateful to join the Westridge community as the next Director of Athletics."
Williams College Lacrosse Coach Alice Lee Selected as New Athletic Director
Pictured left to right: Coach Amy, Ginny A. '25, Joss C. '25, Coach Karen. At the Winter Sports Wrap Up and Recognition, Ginny and I received our joint Leadership Award for our leadership on and off the basketball court.
Why I Joined Junior Varsity Basketball as a Senior
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
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
Freshman Mira C. winds up for a shot against Tesoro High School's goalkeeper in the first round of CIF Playoffs. Mira would end up scoring a total of seven goals at the game.
From 0-10 in the Prep League to CIF Qualifiers: How Westridge Water Polo Started Winning
The feeling of being at the rink motivated me to persevere through this obstacle.
Falling into finding my resilience: what my injury taught me about perseverance
COMIC: Girls Can
COMIC: Girls Can
COMIC: Uniform Evolution
COMIC: Uniform Evolution
COMIC: This is Frog
COMIC: This is Frog
(Charlotte H. '29) Students of different ages listen in World Languages and Cultures Department Chair Dr. Vicki Garrett's Spanish III class.
New Schedule Allows For More “Crossover Kids,” Middle School Students Taking Upper School Classes.
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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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