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The Harvard-Westlake Chronicle

The Sunset Fire burns through Hollywood Hills Wednesday evening. The fire broke out in the afternoon in the Hollywood Hills neighborhood, following the two largest fires, the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire.
Structure fire ignites half a mile away from Upper School after wildfires ravage LA in second day of burning
Colin Ho and Connor Tang January 9, 2025

A structure fire has broken out at 3656 North Sunswept Drive, roughly half a mile east of the Upper School. The school has not reported any damage to campus at the moment.  The newest fire, the most recent out of the series of wildfires across LA, started at approximately 8:52 p.m. It has been the closest...

School indefinitely closed after LA wildfires prompt evacuations
School indefinitely closed after LA wildfires prompt evacuations
Luca Gonzalez, Assistant News Editor • January 7, 2025

The school canceled all in-person classes on both campuses following wildfires in affected areas of Los Angeles, the administration said in an...

Tuition increases by 6% from last year, nearing $50,000
Colin Ho, Assistant News Editor • December 18, 2024
ASiA Club gathers for annual karaoke night
Kayla Graff, Assistant Features Editor • December 18, 2024
Holiday shopping in Sportsmen’s Lodge offers an opportunity to browse stores, buy gifts, and enjoy the wintertime ambience.
Holiday Guide in Los Angeles
Alex Reisner, Assistant News Editor • December 18, 2024
ASKING THE AUTHOR: Author Steph Cha’s novel “Your House Will Pay" is currently read in English IV: Criminal Minds.
Alumnus author Steph Cha speaks to students
Holden Kim, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer • December 19, 2024
Senior Independent Study: Nate Arnold
Donna Enayati, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer • December 18, 2024
Language classes plan trips to Asia
Sophie Lee, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer • December 18, 2024
HW Media sponsors alumni podcast screening Uncharted Paths at school
Angel Song, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer • December 18, 2024
Illustrated by Annabelle Cheung
Compounding Interest: Exploring the Privilege of High School Investing
Lydia Gugsa, Assistant Features Editor • December 18, 2024

During the pandemic, Collin Caras ’25 walked through his neighborhood with a friend, knocking door to door. The reason? They started a car washing company by washing family and friends’ cars, and were looking to expand. They offered services like hand waxing, clay barring, interior cleaning, and...

No Means No: Students and faculty discuss consent
No Means No: Students and faculty discuss consent
Lyla Kavanagh, Assistant Features Editor • December 18, 2024

Mary* stared uncomfortably at her phone on her bed, quickly scrolling through notifications from friends and acquaintances asking her what happened at a party the night before. Staring at the ceiling, she began to reflect anxiously about an uncomfortable, non-consensual encounter she had with someone....

Teen knocks on therapist's door.
Talking it Out: How Therapy Supports Teens
Kayla Graff, Assistant Features Editor • December 18, 2024

Gabi*, a timid nine-year-old, steps into a warm, herbal scented room and takes a seat on a fluffy white couch. She is in her first therapy session, which her parents set up for her after they decided to get divorced. In the background, a diffuser hums softly, and the therapist begins to question Gabi...

Illustration by Anika Norton
Staff Editorial: Celebrating Our Setbacks
Olivia Phillips, Opinion Editor • December 18, 2024

After careful consideration of your application, we regret to inform you that we are unable to offer you a spot in our Class of 2029 because...

Pro: Make Classes Test Free
November 12, 2024
Con: Keep Testing In
November 12, 2024
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Lacrosse, volleyball and football coaches depart
Lacrosse, volleyball and football coaches depart
David Rothbart, Assistant Sports Editor • December 20, 2024
Head coach Jack Grover regroups with the team during a timeout with a team huddle.
Boys Water Polo Season Ends in Quarterfinal Defeat Against Corona Del Mar
Max Nam, Assistant Sports Editor • November 14, 2024
SERVE AND PROTECT: With another win, the girls’ tennis team enters the tournament with an 8-0 league
Girls’ tennis team gets ready for CIF playoffs
Max Nam, Assistant Sports Editor • November 12, 2024
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