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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The writer taking the football to the head instead of catching it during a game. (P.C. Austin M.)

College Prep and Lifelong Learning: From One Girls School To Another

Larkin M. April 15, 2024

I remember my first day at Westridge. It was Convocation, and I wore the requisite polo and annoyingly thick white skirt. After having already spent two years at another college-prep, all-girls school...

Sarah and Lilah Review: Poor Things

Sarah L. and Lilah R. April 14, 2024

Sarah and Lilah Review is the place to learn about popular movies you might be curious about watching. In their podcast, Sarah and Lilah share their likes, dislikes, first impressions, and ideas about...

The comic caption contest is a new initiative to boost viewership engagement.

Introducing the Comic Caption Contest

Ella B. and Song April 14, 2024

Spyglass is hosting a Comic Caption Contest for the April Edition. Submit your entry by May 1 to be considered for a limited edition Spyglass tote bag and stickers! For the first time, Spyglass is hosting...

One of the worst crimes to look out for on Westridge Campus, taking the last Breakfast Bacon Burrito.

Top 10 WORST Westridge Crimes to Look Out For

Rebecca L. and Tekle S-J April 14, 2024

While some Westridge crimes can be remedied with a simple “sorry,” these ones cannot. If one of your classmates commits one of these sins, feel free to send them to Honor Council. The world will thank...

A group of Upper School students sit on the floor, excited to watch the eclipse.

Westridge Embraces the Eclipse, Celebrates on Frank Field

Ella B. April 14, 2024

A group of fourth grade students huddled together on their knees in the middle of Frank Field. When I approached them, curious about their thoughts on the imminent solar eclipse, in jumbled screams and...

In the pandemic, Westridge replaced classes on Wednesday with a wellness day, dedicated to student wellbeing.

SATIRE: Bring Back Wellness Wednesday

Ella B. April 14, 2024

I have very few good things to say about online school at Westridge. My 8th grade year consisted of trying to stay awake during math while in my bed, airfrying dino nuggets during Speech and Debate, and...

Sounds For State Street: Daisy

Sounds For State Street: Daisy

Carolina H. April 14, 2024

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

Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Tom Parker. (PC: Jamie Martin/Associated Press)

Alabama Falls Into the Nation’s Spotlight Following the State’s Ruling to Stop IVF Services

Sophene A. April 14, 2024

On February 16, the Alabama Supreme Court issued a ruling declaring that frozen embryos created and stored for in vitro fertilization (IVF) are considered children under the state’s Wrongful Death of...

Official Mean Girls Poster in the Universal Studios Cinema (Credits: Rebecca Lopez)

Mean Girls (2024) Falls Short of Fetch

Rebecca L. February 12, 2024

 I am a huge fan of the original Mean Girls (2004) movie, so when I walked into the Universal Studios theaters with my big popcorn bucket, I was excited to watch the new Mean Girls (2024). Unfortunately,...

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...

Grace F. Tom Allard (seated), Fiala P. ‘27 (right of Mr. Tom Allard), Sarineh G. ‘28 (right of Fiala), and Kara Ramirez (right-most) inside the Hoffman Gymnasium.

All School Read Features Guest Speaker Tom Allard, Poet and Storyteller

Grace F. February 12, 2024

When asked what the All School Read means to him, 7th grade English teacher John Cross paused briefly before he replied, “It’s a way to build community through a shared text. I think that’s the heart...

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