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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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Coach Horn sits in front of a cluster of sporting trophies and an inspirational tiger poster.  
(Gemma A. '27)

“I Will Be a Tiger for Life.” After Over Thirty Years At Westridge, Director of Athletics Coach Melanie Horn Announces Her Retirement.

Gemma A. November 15, 2024

Going into her interview more than three decades ago, Coach Melanie Horn didn't know what to expect from Westridge. After nearly four hours of interviewing with some of the administration, she was captivated...

Sarah L. ’25, who reached scoring 100 goals earlier this year, playing in a lacrosse game

Sarah L. ’25 Scores 100 Goals During Lacrosse’s First CIF-Advancing Season

Gia S. May 19, 2024

On April 18, Varsity Lacrosse co-captain and Spyglass staff writer Sarah L. ’25 shoots the ball into the net in their game against Heritage Christian, scoring yet another point for Westridge in their...

Westridge's freshman star pitcher Jadyn M. who led the league in strikeouts.

Jadyn M. ’27 Makes Mark on Westridge Softball, Leads the Prep League in Strikeouts

Ella B. May 19, 2024

Whether I’m sitting behind the dugout or sneaking a peak during track practice, softball has undoubtedly become one of my favorite Westridge sports to watch. This year, I sat on the cold bleachers behind...

In addition to being the 2023 Prep League pole vaulting champion, Teia L. '26 is now a CIF champion! Coach Horn spoke about Teia's greatness, saying, "I've lost count as to how many times Teia has broken the Westridge School record in the past 15 months but I can tell you she still holds the record at 11'4"

“Talk about a prodigy”: Teia L. ’26 is a CIF Pole Vaulting Champion, Clearing a Height of 11’1

Ella B. May 18, 2024

On Saturday, May 11, sophomore Teia L. captured the CIF Division IV championship in women’s pole vaulting with a height of 11’1”. This title follows her 2023 Prep League Championship and 4th place...

Athletic Trainer Mike in his office.

Humans of Westridge: Meet Mike, Westridge’s Athletic Trainer

Ariana E. April 14, 2024

  The month of March is officially known as the National Athletic Training Month, and it is held to help spread awareness about the important work athletic trainers do. Micheal Avelar, more commonly...

Both pairs of sisters have played sports with each other before, but this year marks the first time each sibling duo have played together at Westridge.

Sisterhood in Sports: Westridge Siblings Reflect on Their Athletic Journeys Together

Ella B. April 13, 2024

Westridge Athletics can often turn into a sisterhood, bringing student athletes from all grades of Upper School close together through wins, losses, practices, and more. But within some teams at Westridge...

(PC: Melanie Horn)

Soccer and Basketball Show Improvement Despite No Teams Reaching CIF Playoffs: A Winter Sports Round-Up

Jessica S. February 12, 2024

From October 2023 to January 2024, the Tigers fielded basketball, water polo, and soccer teams for another winter sports season. None of the Tigers’ three varsity teams made it to CIF playoffs, but through...

Westridge's Varsity Soccer team stands outside of In-N-Out, while wearing their hats.

Win or Lose, Westridge Sports Make Memories at Traditional ‘In-N-Out Games’

Ella B. February 12, 2024

Wearing their In-N-Out hats, freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors come together to rehearse singing “Feliz Cumpleaños” outside. They are practicing their singing so they can play a lighthearted...

Westridge players use the John Muir Tennis Court during a match. (PC Emily L. '26)

“Our tennis kids deserve a good spot.” Westridge Athletics Struggles to Secure Ideal Tennis Courts

Valentina V. and Emily L. February 12, 2024

It was the start of tennis season and the first rainfall of autumn had left the John Muir tennis courts full of puddles. Spyglass staffer Emily L. ’26, a member of the JV tennis team, walked onto the...

"Girls Just Want to Play Sports" is a column that highlights women athletes.

Introducing: Girls Just Wanna Play Sports, A Column

Ella B. October 2, 2023

I’ll never forget the day the United States Women’s National Team won their fourth World Cup. I was one of many young children at the La Cañada sports camp, Spartan Allstars, who watched the USA capture...

The Upper School flag football team huddles up during a game (PC: Coach Horn)

A Season of Firsts: Flag Football’s Inaugural Season Launches With High Hopes

Kristin C. and Gia S. October 2, 2023

On the third down, with only one chance left to score, Ariana E. ’25 runs down the field with the ball. She looks around to pass before spotting an opening. Seeing her opportunity, she sprints in and...

MS flag football A team playing against Mayfield Junior School. Ilyana P.K. ’28, quarterback, snaps the ball to Brynn C. ’27. (Melanie Horn)

Westridge Tackles Implementing Upper School Flag Football Next Fall

Kristin C. May 30, 2023

“There’s no reason why girls can’t play any sport. So, [to take] a sports opportunity that’s been historically a male sport and to offer it to girls is awesome,” Director of Athletics Melanie...

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