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A fan blows out the fumes inside the science classroom in the aftermath of the incident.
Chemistry class accident triggers fire alarm
President Rick Commons presents in front of parents in the Saperstein Theater, beside a slideshow image of upper school students on the Quad.
Administrators reflect at State of the School Address
On a dummy, an illustrated student practices CPR technique. With the new requirement, all students beginning with the class of 2024 will be trained in CPR.
School institutes new CPR community service requirement
Director of Advancement Eli Goldsmith records an episode of The Supporting Cast in front of library shelves.
“The Supporting Cast” podcast launches third season
From left to right: Peer Support Leaders and Trainees Lily Saada 22, Eliza Koblentz 23, Alec Rosenthal 22, Sophia Haynes 22, Henry Wendorf 23, Will Sherwood 23 and Harry Tarses 23 relax in their pajamas before going to sleep. The Peer Support retreat is one of the few overnight trips the school has authorized since the pandemic.
Peer Support retreat kicks off 2021-22 program
At the Weddington Golf & Tennis Property, members play golf while taking in the Studio City views. With its status as a Historic-Cultural monument, more aspects of the original park will be preserved in the River Park.
Weddington property designated a Historic-Cultural Monument
Outside AMC Century City 15, Los Angeles residents congregate before their movie viewings.
Los Angeles movie theaters reopen
Governor Gavin Newsom appears at a campaign rally with President Joe Biden in Long Beach, California.
Newsom survives recall election
Students line up to get tested for COVID-19 before school at Palisades Charter High School.
LAUSD mandates vaccines
BUILDING OUR FUTURE: Construction workers continue their development of The Residences at Sportsmen’s Lodge, which is undergoing a renovation from a hotel to affordable housing as part of Project Roomkey. The building will ultimately hold 500 new apartments for residents.
Sportsmen’s Lodge Hotel renovates hotel to housing
Illustration Credit: Sydney Fener
The Mittle-man on Campus: Seeking Oscar-Worthy Date for Pivotal High School Experience
Credit: Sophia Evans/Chronicle
It’s a first for everyone: Making up for lost time
Credit: Sophia Evans/Chronicle
It’s a first for everyone: Embracing uncertainty
Illustration Credit: Sydney Fener
The Mittle-man on Campus: The Best Sequel Ever
Embracing Each Other Once Again
Embracing Each Other Once Again
Illustration by Sydney Fener
Community reflects on 20th anniversary of 9/11
Assessing Afghanistan
Assessing Afghanistan
Illustration by Sophia Musante
Leading Ladies: women take initiative on campus
Unfiltered
Unfiltered
Code Red: 2021 Climate Report
Singer-songwriter Kiki Cooper 23 performs at the Hynes Convention Center pop rock jam session in Boston.
Summer Spotlight: Kiki Cooper ’23
Summer Stars: Goldie Grube
Summer Stars: Goldie Grube
Illustrations by Alexa Druyanoff
White Lotus review
Illustrations by Alexa Druyanoff & Sophia Evans
Netflix Revamped
Respect review
“Respect” review
Before its match, the girls golf team prepares to face off against Notre Dame High School on the Encino Glen Golf Course
Girls golf team remains optimistic after narrow loss to Notre Dame High School
Girls volleyball dominates Bishop Alemany
Edward Kim 23 and William Ehrlich 22 prepare to snap the ball in a 26-58 defeat against St. Genevieve High School Sept. 11.
Football loses first game of the season against St. Genevieve High School
Holding the CIF SoCal State Championship trophy, the Thompson sisters pose for a photo after handling Pacifica High School 6-1
Thompson sisters receive Cal-Hi Sports player of the year awards
Boys water polo defeats Cathedral High School
The Student News Site of Harvard-Westlake School

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Routines I’ll never get sick of

June 1, 2018
Where does the future of Greek life lie?

Where does the future of Greek life lie?

February 27, 2018
Photo Illustration by Nicole Kim and Alena Rubin

United We Dream: In the In Between

February 27, 2018

Jones to hold DEI meetings

January 13, 2018

Cardin trains teachers on LGBTQ sensitivity

October 10, 2017

Search ends for Director of Diversity

August 29, 2017
Bubbled In: Standardized Testing in AP Course Curricula

Bubbled In: Standardized Testing in AP Course Curricula

June 2, 2017
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Fixing our STEM Curriculum to Inspire Curiosity

May 31, 2017
Photo Illustration by Alena Rubin.

Facebook Official: Posting College Decisions on Social Media

April 26, 2017
Photo by Pavan Tauh Photo Illustration by Alena Rubin and Josie Abugov

Proud to be LGBT: Profiling GSA and P10

April 1, 2017

Resnick discusses changes to proposed AP limits policy

March 15, 2017

Administrators forget to cancel AP limits meeting

March 7, 2017
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Eyes Wide Shut: Students Suffering from Sleep Disorders

February 19, 2017
Photo Illustration by Alena Rubin

Doctor’s Orders: Using and Abusing Medical Marijuana Cards

January 13, 2017
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No homework holidays: all work and no play

November 29, 2016

Seniors to wear white at graduation

November 22, 2016

Seniors to wear white robes at graduation

November 1, 2016
Photo Illustration by Alena Rubin.

Bonus Points: Are Expensive Tutors Worth It?

October 6, 2016
Miles Agus 18 shares his groups ideas for future speakers and field trips at the first HW Venture meeting Wednesday. Credit: Alena Rubin/Chronicle

Students, alumni convene for first HW Venture event

May 16, 2016
Business of Life teacher Rob Levin and science teacher Nadine Eisenkolb participate in a Frisbee throw on the field during the Festival of Spring Thursday. Credit: Nicole Kim/Chronicle

Students, faculty play games at first Festival of Spring

March 24, 2016
Response to Facebook sports controversy

Response to Facebook sports controversy

March 11, 2016

Student journalists speak at conference

March 11, 2016
Members of the Human Rights Watch Student Task Force talk to Congressman Ted Lieu. Printed with permission of Harry Garvey

Students meet with district congressman

March 9, 2016

Club hosts Chinese New Year luncheon

March 6, 2016
Daniel Lesh18 spends a lot of time backstage moving equipment or setting up speakers. He even has his own office on campus. Credit: Alena Rubin/Chronicle

DJ Lesh ’18 works in sound technology

January 15, 2016

Faculty to view “Star Wars” screening

December 17, 2015

Students hold bake sale to benefit charity

November 17, 2015
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