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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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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...

BFFs SpongeBob (Sydney S. '25) and Patrick (Ada N. '24) during rehearsal

Westridge Theatre Presents The SpongeBob Musical: A Silly But Strong Story For Everyone

Gia S. February 12, 2024

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SpongeBob SquarePants! On March 8, 9, and 10, Westridge Theatre will present The SpongeBob Musical, a wild and fun production featuring SpongeBob SquarePants—played...

A student athlete walking into campus while carrying her volleyball backpack.

Making Memories and Building Community: The Student Athlete Experience

Rebecca L. and Lily C. December 11, 2023

Every school can be defined by a few prominent elements of its culture. For Westridge, it’s undeniably the academic rigor. Even the Director of Athletics Coach Melanie Horn agrees: “At Westridge, we...

Four Books to Read Over Winter Break

Four Books to Read Over Winter Break

Carys H. and Ella K. December 11, 2023

If your annoying cousin is in town, you’ve been banished to the attic after they ate the last slice of pepperoni pizza, and you may or may not have tripped them, you just need an escape! Here are four...

Student Character Sketches

Student Character Sketches

Ella B. December 11, 2023

Westridge prides itself in having a diverse student body, and it sure does…in some ways. In one eight person class, you can find a billionaire heir, a daughter of a D-list actor, a girl who got a 1580...

The Twelve Days of Finals

The Twelve Days of Finals

Belle Z. December 10, 2023

On the first day of finals, my Westridge gave to me A progress report in history   On the second day of finals, my Westridge gave to me Two Spanish quizzes and A progress report in...

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...

Ms. Farrell Heydorff, Dean of Lower and Middle School Student Activities, sitting at her desk.

Ms. Farrell Heydorff Retires From the Military After Twenty Years of Service

Sophene A. November 13, 2023

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...

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...

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