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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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6th graders (Cassie D., Alexa S., Zetta G., and Lucy L.) smile for a photo while eagerly awaiting to race through the dinosaur-themed obstacle course.

A Day to Enjoy Being a Kid Again: This Year’s Fantastic Jurassic All School Day

Isis L. and Finley N. March 8, 2025

As the theme song from the 1993 blockbuster film Jurassic Park blasts from loudspeakers, it mingles with the laughter and pattering of feet that sounds from every corner of campus. The sun beams down on...

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

Ella B. and Jane K. March 8, 2025

Slinging her arm back to make the perfect shot, freshman Mira C. launches a ball toward the goal. No matter how far the opposing goalkeeper stretches out her hand, the ball is far from reach and flies...

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...

(Lillian W. '27) On February 19, I went to the Arleta DMV and passed my behind-the-wheel test. Soon after, I began to reflect on my deservings to drive on the roads.

5 Reasons Why I Should Not Have My Driver License

Rebecca L. March 8, 2025

“Congratulations, you passed…!” my driving instructor said last February, with some hesitance. As I let out a sigh of relief I’d kept in since I got my permit, I felt shocked that I had passed...

Volunteering sites at PCC, Elks Lodge, and The WalkGood Yard, where donation drives were held.

After Devastating Eaton Fires, Westridge Students Channel Grief Into Fire Relief Efforts

Lilah R. January 30, 2025

The devastating Eaton Fire left parts of Pasadena and Altadena completely transformed and almost unrecognizable. Whether they were evacuating their homes, calling friends and family, or watching the fire...

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

Tekle S-J January 30, 2025

After a late wake-up on January 10, Sarah A. ’27 leaves the comfort of her bed to join her close friend Pip D. ’27 in the neighboring room. Together, they toast waffles, finish lingering homework,...

Athletes were unable to practice outdoors due to the poor air quality caused by the Eaton fire.

Westridge Sports Practices and Competitions Canceled Due to Eaton Fire; CIF Playoff Qualifications Temporarily Changed

Jane K. January 30, 2025

Due to the recent Eaton fire, all outdoor sports practices were cancelled on January 14 and 15, a week after the fire started on January 7. Head of School Ms. Andrea Kassar spearheaded the idea of practice...

Postcard from 15 Days After the Fire

Postcard from 15 Days After the Fire

Vera M. January 30, 2025

  Click on the gallery below and swipe to view the postcard.

Spyglass staff writer Lilah R. '25 and I pose with our cart full of soup cans. We bought around 100 cans during this trip to the store.

OPINION: Four Years of Food Drives: Connecting with Service and the Class of 2025

Ella B. December 14, 2024

It’s 1:20 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, and Westridge’s Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive for Friends in Deed ends in 40 minutes. I have 200 pasta boxes, soup cans, and peanut butter jars already rolling...

Westridge Rocketry Strived to Rise for Years—And Finally a Rocket Rises

Ella B. December 14, 2024

“5, 4, 3, 2, 1, ignition!” booms through the Kern County desert. Almost 20 Westridge students cheer, watching four years of hard work launch into the atmosphere.  As the sun set on Saturday, December...

Via and Katherine with their tea pot and sticker.

Brewing Tea and Warming Hearts: Freshmen Katherine D. and Via K. start “The Mystertea Monopoly”

Valentina V. December 14, 2024

It is not rare to see spunky freshmen Katherine D. and Via K. stealthily running around campus with a blue-grey pouch and the occasional steaming teapot. I would often wonder what the pair was up to, but...

Dr. Lacoss shows off “Team CoCo’s Emotional Support Chicken” while sporting her Christmas tree hat.

Yarn Whisperer Dr. Jann Lacoss Crochets Her Way Through Life

Joss C. December 14, 2024

W  hich one did you get? My friends and I compare our emotional support pocket pals. There were different variants of the emotional support pocket pals, including crazy chickens, Mike Wazowski’s cousin,...

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