This past weekend, on November 11, the country observed Veterans Day, honoring all those who have selflessly served in the United States military. This year’s celebration of Veterans Day is particularly...
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...
This fall sports season was filled with rarities from the inaugural season of CIF-sanctioned sports to two different individual athlete championships. Although not every team walked away with many wins,...
On September 7, moments before teaching her next class, Lower School Art teacher Ms. Val Trimarchi, better known as Ms. T, was in the State Street Parking Lot when she heard a faint meow. At first, Ms....
I’ve never considered baking a hobby, and I partially blame my sister. Growing up, we would argue in the kitchen, screaming at each other after she refused to let me stir or taste something. To scare...
It’s just after 1:00 p.m. on a Monday as I arrive outside the office of Mrs. Rocio Ramos. She welcomes me into a quaint, cozy room in Pitcairn with a reassuring smile that comforts my nervousness. The...
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Commons has had to regularly adapt their food service structure to keep up with student needs and health precautions. Prior to the pandemic, students were...
In its inaugural year, Westridge’s Summer Global Art Program took ten Upper School students to explore cities, make memories, and create art in the impossibly lush Irish countryside. The program is described...
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...
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...
This summer, I spent approximately 53 hours traveling on planes, buses, and trains, leaving me with plenty of time for reflection. When I wasn’t sleeping, watching the final season of Never Have I Ever,...
Climbing over the infamous Sophomore Wall is no small feat. The Sophomore Wall, as referred to by teachers and administrators, is the jump students experience in the transition from 9th to 10th grade....
