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.

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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Sophene A.

Sophene A., Middle School Manager

Sophene is a freshman, and this is her third year on Spyglass. In her free time, she loves to write and watch her favorite television show, Gilmore Girls.

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Lesridge Instagram Account: Both a ‘Meme Account’ and Safe Place for Students

Lesridge Instagram Account: Both a ‘Meme Account’ and Safe Place for Students

November 8, 2021
“It’s Just a Toxic Place to Be”: Facebook Whistleblower Reveals Studies Confirming Instagram’s Harmful Effect on Teens’ Body Image

“It’s Just a Toxic Place to Be”: Facebook Whistleblower Reveals Studies Confirming Instagram’s Harmful Effect on Teens’ Body Image

November 8, 2021
A rally against critical race theory being taught in schools in Virginia on June 12.

Critical Race Theory Meets Opposition In State Legislation

November 8, 2021
The quotation in the bathroom at the beginning of the year.

Lower School Bathroom Remodel Faces Criticism for Gender Exclusive Design

November 8, 2021
A protest in 2019 that advocated for menstrual equity. (The Guardian)

California’s Bill Ignites Discussion Regarding Period Poverty

October 3, 2021
Those who are against the COVID-19 vaccine protest. (The Independent)

“It is my choice. It’s not a law”: Students Weigh in on the COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate

October 3, 2021
Protest against SB 8 at the Capitol in Austin, Texas. (Jay Janner/Austin American-Statesman/Associated Press)

Texas Abortion Ban SB 8: 6 Things You Should Know and Why You Should Care

October 3, 2021
Opinion: Put Self-Care on Your To-Do List

Opinion: Put Self-Care on Your To-Do List

May 17, 2021
Representative David Cicilline advocating for the Equality Act.

House Passes Legislation Protecting LGBTQ+ Rights

May 17, 2021
A torchlight march in Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, to mark the 106th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

An Unrecognized Genocide is a Repeated Genocide

May 17, 2021
New Legislation Challenges Abortion Rights

New Legislation Challenges Abortion Rights

March 1, 2021
Photo Credits: Instagram

New Zealand Works to Reduce Period Poverty: What Does It Mean for Other Countries?

March 1, 2021
Make Your Own Valentine’s Day Meme Cards

Make Your Own Valentine’s Day Meme Cards

March 1, 2021
Opinion: A Family Divided

Opinion: A Family Divided

February 3, 2021
Opinion: Burnt Leaves, Strong Roots

Opinion: Burnt Leaves, Strong Roots

December 4, 2020
LuciDesignsCo’s Instagram, where she advertises some of her products.

Eighth Grader Promotes Voting With Small Startup

October 11, 2020
Ms. Oseran with her dog.

Westridge Welcomes Anna Oseran

October 11, 2020

Behind The Scenes: ALL SCHOOLS DAY

April 16, 2020

Rigorous Remote Learning in Middle School

April 16, 2020

Dance-less Middle School Dances

February 18, 2020
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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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