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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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What the War in Gaza Taught Me About Being a Journalist and Affinity Head

What the War in Gaza Taught Me About Being a Journalist and Affinity Head

Daria H., Editor December 11, 2023

As I walked through the doors of RB40, the Spyglass newsroom was already abuzz with chatter. I was greeted by a cascade of inquiries written on the whiteboard in green expo-marker: Who? What? When? Where?...

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift out for dinner in New York City during Taylors break from the Eras Tour (PC: Gotham/GC Pictures)

Opinion: Taylor Swift’s Personal Life—Met With Misogyny Again

Lorelei C.-E., Staff Writer December 10, 2023

It’s a Sunday afternoon, and I wander into my house attempting to escape the September heat as my eye wanders to the TV screen. The first video shot of Taylor Swift cheering on her new boyfriend, Kansas...

(Ariana E.)

A Swiftie’s Guide to Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Movie

Ariana E. November 13, 2023

  Welcome to your guide to watching the new Taylor Swift movie, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour in theaters. For those who don’t know, Taylor Swift has been touring all across America, performing...

I run with the ball as I try to escape Rosemead defenders. We beat Rosemead High School 26-6.

Opinion: I Found Fun in Flag Football

Ella B. November 13, 2023

“Motion,” yells the quarterback behind me. I catapult a football between my legs and take off on a straight route ahead. The quarterback locks eyes with me, slings her arm back, and hurls a football...

In this article, I express my frustration over the 11th grade Discovery Week in 2024.

Opinion: Want Me to Pay $2500 for Discovery Week? At Least Give Me a Say.

Ella B. November 13, 2023

On Monday, November 6, my Human Development class began our 70-minute session as usual—venting about recent stress and frustrations. Normally, we would talk about upcoming tests and quizzes and how tired...

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

Girls Just Wanna Play Sports: Reflecting on the Careers of Women’s Soccer Players

Ella B. November 13, 2023

This August, women’s soccer teams from around the world competed in New Zealand and Australia for the coveted FIFA Women’s World Cup. The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) has been a favorite...

The cast of Matilda posing at the end of Revolting Children.

What Westridge Theater Taught Me About Fitting In

Genevieve W. November 13, 2023

*Content warning: Discussion of depression Two years ago, I found myself looking around an empty bedroom. Four walls. No windows. How ironic, I thought, that a house in California would block out all...

Basket of produce from Erewhon.

Opinion: Erewhon: “Nowhere” I Want To Be

Reed D. October 2, 2023

I am wrestling with NIMBYism in reverse: Erewhon, the astronomically-expensive, specialty grocery store and darling of influencer culture, has opened in Pasadena, and I’m not happy about it. $22 celebrity-endorsed...

Sounds For State Street: Golden Hour

Sounds For State Street: Golden Hour

Carolina H. October 2, 2023

Hello, my name is Carolina, and I am a junior. Growing up, I have had a very diverse and unique music taste thanks to my parents. They have introduced me to everything under the sun, ranging from Motown...

College Column: Can I stay true to myself in the admissions process?

College Column: Can I stay true to myself in the admissions process?

Daria H. October 1, 2023

My fingers hover over the keys of the piano as I outline the lines of music in my head: extended chord, rest, hold. I take a breath and begin playing. As my fingers move swiftly across the keyboard, my...

Me and my sister at the Eras Tour

Opinion: Taylor Swift Has Brought Me and My Sister Closer Than Ever

Valentina V. October 1, 2023

My older sister Isa bursts through our connecting door, shrieking, “It’s happening!” She turns her phone to me and reveals a Taylor Nation Instagram livestream. “I know!” I tell her excitedly,...

At Westridge, Holocaust education is primarily split up between two history classes: 7th grade history and 10th grade history. Is Westridge's Holocaust education sufficient?

Holocaust Education is Important Now, More than Ever

Ella B. May 30, 2023

Spring Break does not normally entail a visit to the Museum of Tolerance, but it did for mine. This past March, alongside 20 other Jewish teens, I visited the museum for the first time to reflect on the...

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