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The Harvard-Westlake Chronicle

The Student News Site of Harvard-Westlake School

The Harvard-Westlake Chronicle

Wolverines @ Work: Alex Israel ’00

Connor Merrihew, Senior Reporter
June 7, 2026

Alex Israel ’00 knew he wanted to pursue art long before he arrived at Harvard-Westlake. Recognized for his talent in drawing, Israel said Harvard-Westlake helped transform that interest into a serious...

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The Media Monopoly

Community members discuss the impact of media company mergers in recent years and their impact on media consumption.
Donna Enayati, Features Writer
May 28, 2026

Upper School Science Teacher Ryan Ellingson sinks into his couch after an exhausting day of teaching, ready to indulge in television and catch up on the day’s news. Wanting to learn more about a scandal...

 Caroline Daenzer ’28 and Layla Blumenthal ’28 serve students during the graphic design class’ annual flea market.

Graphic Design class holds annual flea market

Alexander Ahn, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer
May 28, 2026

Graphic Design classes hosted their third annual Feldman Flea Market in the Feldman Horn Complex on May 20. Students sold upcycled clothing, bespoke potted plants, drinks, ice-cream and other projects...

Wolverines @ Work: Steven Gersh ’01

Connor Merrihew, Senior Reporter
May 21, 2026

Steven Gersh '01 is an agent representing both artists and athletes in the entertainment and sports industries. Gersh said his job is about supporting his clients and helping them reach their full potential...

Art work depicting a wave with the school being represented by the surfboard.

The Red Wave

Students discuss whether the student body has shifted towards conservatism, and what factors, including the school, may have influenced the change.
Donna Enayati, Features Writer
March 6, 2026

After staying up late to watch the Presidential election results the night before, Mikaela Ebrahemi ’28 steps off the bus onto the middle school campus and notices a cluster of red...

Trend Prediction: Ins and Outs

Trend Prediction: Ins and Outs

Jack Fener, Satire Reporter
February 4, 2026

The new year has arrived! The time has come to take a look at the next twelve months of our lives and carefully consider just what is going to be cool this year and what is woefully, unbelievably, unquestionably...

Field hockey team begins new season

Chloe Kim, Sports Reporter
September 2, 2025

The field hockey team traveled to San Diego to participate in scrimmages against Bishops High School on Aug. 20 and Torrey Pines High School on Aug. 21. They also participated in team bonding activities. Goalie...

Homelessness policies will fall short

Homelessness policies will fall short

Eila Shokravi, Assistant Opinion Editor
May 29, 2025

Driving through Los Angeles, it is almost impossible to miss the rows upon rows of homeless tents lined up on the side of the roads. There have been 4,339 instances of homeless encampments in L.A. reported...

School Attendance Coordinator Bids Farewell

School Attendance Coordinator Bids Farewell

Audrey Kim, Assistant Opinion Editor
May 8, 2025

Attendance Coordinator Gabriel Preciado looks around his office in the Chalmers Lounge for what will be the last time. As he reminisces over his 23 years at the school, he fondly looks at his photos from...

Stop the Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge

Stop the Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge

Audrey Kim, Assistant Opinion Editor
May 8, 2025

If you've been active on Instagram for the past couple of weeks, you have likely seen videos of people dumping ice water over their heads for the USC Speak Your Mind ice bucket challenge. From your friends...

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