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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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(Graphic Credit: Addie K.) Students with eating disorders at Westridge come forward about their experiences on campus.

How Does Westridge’s Culture of Competition and Achievement Impact Eating Disorders?

Katie S. April 24, 2023

“I think I had always had a negative focus on my body.” Genevieve U. ’23 sat cross-legged in front of me, wearing a gray-knit sweater. Like many young girls entering adolescence, Genevieve’s...

After the emergence of ChatGPT, students and faculty at Westridge are having conversations about AI's potential impacts on academics.

Westridge Raises Questions About the Future of Artificial Intelligence in Education

Ella B. and Tanvi C. March 12, 2023

In an Upper School AP Computer Science Principles class, Holly N. ’25 sits in front of her computer and watches curiously as a ChatGPT look alike comprehensively responds to her prompts regarding topics...

Some of the teachers with doctorates pose by the staircase after graduation.

A Love for Lifelong Learning Inspires Doctorates on Campus

Daria H. and Amanda S. February 6, 2023

As preoccupied as I am with high school graduation and college admissions, at times I contemplate life after college. It’s hard to imagine it now, but perhaps some of us will choose a path toward a Ph.D.,...

Spyglass's Picks: Holiday Recipes

Spyglass’s Picks: Holiday Recipes

December 12, 2022

Spice up your holidays with the Spyglass team’s favorite picks for a sweet—or savory— winter season!

Halloween Etc.

Halloween Etc.

November 7, 2022

Enjoy Spyglass's annual selection of fun and spooky Halloween articles!

Westridge Welcomes New Faculty Members for the 2022-2023 School Year

Westridge Welcomes New Faculty Members for the 2022-2023 School Year

October 3, 2022

As the year begins, Spyglass would like to welcome all those new to the Westridge Community. We hope you will join us in welcoming them to our community and get to know them better through these brief...

Coach Ginny Garofalo

Coach Ginny Garofalo Retires, Leaving a 20 Year Legacy in Tennis and Softball

Hannah W. May 31, 2022

Last set. We were two games down from the opponent. My racket dropped with a thunk, and I leaned on my knees, taking a breather before the next point. I checked on my partner with a nod; she shook...

Ms. Simon on the Braun Patio.

Westridge Says Goodbye to Sarah Simon

Gia S. May 31, 2022

This year, Westridge says goodbye to Human Development Coordinator Ms. Sarah Simon. Ms. Simon joined Westridge two years ago at the beginning of the 2020–2021 school year and has helped to further...

A drawing of a student opening their computer only to have their grades flying out. This image depicts an open gradebook, a system that allows students to access their grades at any time in the day.

Westridge’s Pursuit of Deeper Learning Evidenced in Its Commitment to a Closed Gradebook

Tanvi C. and Ella B. May 31, 2022

Post-pandemic and remote learning, educational institutions have been taking the time to reflect on how they can best teach, reach, and support their students. And Westridge is no exception.  Westridge’s...

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