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Alexander Hudlin '26, pictured left, stands onstage at the DNC in Chicago, IL on Aug. 21. As Vice President Harris' godson, Hudlin was invited to speak about her family values and character.
Junior speaks at Democratic National Convention during Harris Campaign
Printed with permission of Dashiell Sparks
BLACC members participate in annual retreat
School welcomes new assistant director of debate
New coordinator of Jewish life joins DEI office
Upper School welcomes new french teacher
The new layout will include 520 apartment units, 78 of which are reserved for low-income tenants and 45,000 square feet of commercial space, according to the Los Angeles Daily News.
Sportsmen’s Lodge hotel set for demolition; renovation to include new apartments
Community members vote in the California Primary
Community members vote in the California Primary
From left to right: Jamie Page, Assistant A&E Editor Mia Morgan '25, Councilmember Traci Park and Craig Fiegener.
School hosts District Attorney debate in Rugby Auditorium
Shake Shack, which is about a 10-minute walk away from campus, opened its new Ventura location in the month of January. There were also a number of renewed discounts, which includes a list of over 10 restaurants in the area.
New discounts feature Shake Shack and Sweet Butter Kitchen
Alumni gather to discuss recent school developments
‘Untitled’ Political Podcast, Episode 3
‘Untitled’ Political Podcast, Episode 3
‘Untitled’ Political Podcast, Episode 2
‘Untitled’ Political Podcast, Episode 2
Alexander Hudlin '26, pictured left, stands onstage at the DNC in Chicago, IL on Aug. 21. As Vice President Harris' godson, Hudlin was invited to speak about her family values and character.
Junior speaks at Democratic National Convention during Harris Campaign
'Untitled' Political Podcast, Episode 1
‘Untitled’ Political Podcast, Episode 1
An elephant and donkey, representing the republican and democratic parties, face off under an “I Voted” sticker.
Backing the Ballot
AI Art
Letter from the Editors: Setting Journalistic Foundations
Letter from the Editors: Setting Journalistic Foundations
Rethinking our mental health initiatives
Nextdoor is driving us insane
Nextdoor is driving us insane
Require physical activity for PE credit
Require physical activity for PE credit
Head Prefect Predictions
The Official Chronicle Curriculum Guide 3
Unpublished Chronicle Headlines 2: Electric Boogaloo
PRETTY IN PINK: Super princess pop star Sabrina Carpenter performs on stage with Rick Caruso '76 as a dynamic duo. The pair will be performing a concert this upcoming weekend in Palisades Village, curtesy of Caruso.
Your holidays, my opinions
Buddy the Wolverine cries over his math homework. Buddy is taking Advanced Precalculus and learning inverse trigonometry has him in the trenches.
New year, new me?
Many students tend to tailor their applications to emphasize their strengths, sometimes leading them to give up their genuine interests in the process.
Passion vs. Pressure
A polaroid of two best friends is split apart signifying the end of their friendship
Fractured Friendships
An elephant and donkey, representing the republican and democratic parties, face off under an “I Voted” sticker.
Backing the Ballot
Choosing with Caution
Choosing with Caution
Tracing Tracks
Tracing Tracks
Printed with permission of Finn Slootweg
The Rise of Brat Summer
Bruno Mars: A Night of Magic and Gaga
Bruno Mars: A Night of Magic and Gaga
Memoir of a Sparklemuffin: Not too much sparkle
Memoir of a Sparklemuffin: Not too much sparkle
Childish Gambino’s last album: The final hurrah
Childish Gambino’s last album: The final hurrah
Flip or Flop
Flip or Flop
Boys’ Basketball Program Head David Rebibo will temporarily serve as the girls’ basketball program head while Boys’ Basketball assistant coach will temporarily serve as the girls' basketball head coach. The school will conduct another search after the winter season.
Rebibo to become interm girls’ basketball program head and Nailes to become interim girls’ basketball head coach
Wide receiver Elijah Williams ’25 braces for a tackle after a reception in a game against Cleveland Magnet High School
Football sees immediate improvements to offense
Water polo alumni medal at Olympics
Sophomore Valentina Ganocy has left the field hockey team after moving to Texas. She was a standout player as a freshman.
Sophomore star leaves field hockey team
The girls’ cross country team members pose at the LA Memorial Coliseum after completing a half-marathon Aug. 24.
Cross country kicks off season with retreat and half-marathon
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Big Issues on the Small Screen: As TV shows are becoming more accessible than ever, they are also becoming more representative, inclusive and educational

Danielle Spitz
June 2, 2018

Don’t make me leave!

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June 1, 2018
Credit: Samantha Ko/Chronicle

School increases security measures after threatening post from alum

Danielle Spitz
March 21, 2018

School files restraining order against Martin ’08

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March 1, 2018
An instagram post mentions Harvard-Westlake by name. Authorities decided to close school Friday after seeing the post Thursday evening.

School closed due to security threat, suspect detained

Danielle Spitz
February 23, 2018
Coldwater Canyon is empty Wednesday morning due to a car crash. The road closed after a car hit a telephone pole. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

Coldwater reopens following accident

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February 21, 2018
Illustration by Nicole Kim/Chronicle

Going Viral: Last month, illness related absences reached an all time high in one of the worst flu seasons to date

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February 13, 2018
Photo illustration by Alexandra So

Curl Your Enthusiasm

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January 16, 2018
Weddington Golf & Tennis is located less than a mile from the Upper School and includes tennis courts, a driving range and a golf course. Emory Kim/Chronicle

School buys Weddington

Danielle Spitz
November 21, 2017
Photo Illustration by Kate Schrage and Kristin Kuwada

No Strings Attached: Discussing the reality of “hook-up culture”

Danielle Spitz
November 20, 2017
Golfers practice on the driving range of Weddington Golf & Tennis. HW purchased the property, which also includes a golf course and tennis courts, to build a Community Athletics Center. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

HW purchases Weddington Golf & Tennis

Danielle Spitz
October 30, 2017
Hurricane Maria destroyed parts of Puerto Rico. Photo illustration by Sam Ko

Hurricane devastates Puerto Rico, evokes concern in community

Danielle Spitz
October 10, 2017
Degrees of Separation: Addressing the diversity of degrees teachers have on campus

Degrees of Separation: Addressing the diversity of degrees teachers have on campus

Danielle Spitz
September 1, 2017
The Chronicle sent out a poll to 265 students asking their opinions on the newly implemented AP policy for the Class of 2022. Credit: Sam Ko/Chronicle

AP restrictions start with Class of 2022

Danielle Spitz
August 31, 2017

Time for transparency

Josie Abugov and Danielle Spitz
August 30, 2017
The PSA Improvement Project includes a new parking structure, bridge to cross Coldwater Canyon and practice field. The first public hearing to address the project will be held on July 24. Printed with permission of hw.com.

PSA Improvement Project to hold first public hearing

Danielle Spitz
July 7, 2017
Photo Illustration by Kristin Kuwada and Kitty Luo

The Academic Epidemic: Some Seniors Lose Motivation Once they Enter Second Semester

Danielle Spitz
June 1, 2017
Administrators listen to student suggestions on diversity, inclusivity

Administrators listen to student suggestions on diversity, inclusivity

Danielle Spitz
March 20, 2017
Prefects host meeting regarding slur controversy

Prefects host meeting regarding slur controversy

Danielle Spitz
March 6, 2017

Kissing Trump goodbye: alumni launch anti-Trump cosmetics line

Danielle Spitz
February 27, 2017

Administration meets with affinity groups to discuss diversity, slur controversy

Danielle Spitz
February 22, 2017

BLACC prepares to meet with Commons

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February 21, 2017
Photo Illustration by Nicole Kim and Kristin Kuwada

De-fundamental Rights: How Defunding Planned Parenthood Will Affect Students

Danielle Spitz
February 18, 2017

Students protest proposed AP limit

Danielle Spitz
February 14, 2017

Alum out-fundraises incumbent in race for school board

Danielle Spitz
January 23, 2017
Former Vice President of School John Amato. Credit: Printed with permission of Nathanson's

Amato to stay at John Thomas Dye

Danielle Spitz
January 18, 2017

Students run cancer project

Danielle Spitz
January 11, 2017
Photo Illustration by Josie Abugov and Alena Rubin

Faded Innocence: The Social Transition to the Upper School

Danielle Spitz
December 5, 2016

Alum’s position as Breitbart News Editor-in-Chief sparks controversy

Danielle Spitz
November 23, 2016

Words come with impact

Danielle Spitz
November 22, 2016

Facebook argument erupts over Breitbart News

Danielle Spitz
November 16, 2016

Commons addresses divisions due to election

Danielle Spitz
November 12, 2016
Jake Neuman '18 reviews the results of the election after Donald Trump was named the next President. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

Students react with shock, confusion to election

Danielle Spitz
November 9, 2016
Carmen Levine '17, Daniel Varela ’18, Sohni Kaur '17, Anya Andrews '17 and Dana Anderson '17 (left to right) present a video including anonymous quotes heard around campus that use offensive language. These students are working to combat this kind of language on campus. Credit: Maddy Daum/Chronicle

Advocacy clubs strive to combat microaggressions

Danielle Spitz
November 2, 2016
Head Fanatics Josh Musicant '17 and Zac Harleston '17 play a game of dodgeball against members of Prefect Council. Credit: Pavan Tauh/Chronicle

Fanatics rally community at Spirit Week assembly

Danielle Spitz
October 14, 2016

Students download anonymous posting phone app, administration decides on campus restrictions

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October 7, 2016
Holocaust survivor Gabriella Karin shares her story with the junior class. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

Holocaust survivors share their stories with the junior class

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September 24, 2016
Parents enjoyed refreshments in between visiting their childrens' classes. Credit: Printed with permission of Melanie Hirsch

Parents attend upper school Back to School Day

Danielle Spitz
September 24, 2016

Musical accepts all students who auditioned

Danielle Spitz
September 9, 2016

Poet Max Ritvo ’09 passes away after battling pediatric cancer

Danielle Spitz
August 31, 2016
Students gather in newly renovated Rugby Hall. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

School completes Rugby Hall renovations

Danielle Spitz
August 30, 2016

Teacher assignments leaked on The Hub

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August 23, 2016
Upper School Deans Adam Howard, Kyle Graham and Jamie Chan sit down with the Chronicle for an interview in 2014. Credit: Nicki Mansouri/Chronicle

Graham to move to New York, counselor to replace him

Danielle Spitz
June 8, 2016

Video art teachers conduct interviews with 10 juniors for next year’s film festival directors

Danielle Spitz
May 27, 2016

Student Ambassador Co-Chairs announced

Danielle Spitz
May 24, 2016
City trucks block cars from driving on Coldwater Canyon after a car hit a fire hydrant early Friday morning. Credit: Noa Schwartz/Chronicle

Coldwater Canyon closed, AP exams delayed an hour

Danielle Spitz
May 13, 2016

Peer Support trainees elect coordinators

Danielle Spitz
April 28, 2016
The HW Assassin app is available for iPhone and Android. Printed with permission of James Lennon

Students play campus-wide Assassin game

Danielle Spitz
April 27, 2016
The HW Assassin app is available for iPhone and Android. Printed with permission of James Lennon

Fewer than 100 players left in campus Assassin game

Danielle Spitz
April 15, 2016

Campus-wide Assassin game to begin Tuesday

Danielle Spitz
April 11, 2016
Jordan Khorsandi '17 answers a question Wednesday about how he would help reduce stress on campus in his final effort to win the Head Prefect election. Credit: Teresa Suh/Chronicle

Head Prefect candidates discuss inclusivity, stress

Danielle Spitz
March 23, 2016
Sean Yang '18 makes a sandwich for a sack lunch that will be donated to the North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

Sophomores make lunches for food pantry

Danielle Spitz
March 14, 2016

Five students qualify for math competition

Danielle Spitz
March 9, 2016
USC Professor Ange-Marie Hancock speaks to students at an all-school assembly Monday. Credit: Teresa Suh/Chronicle

Professor sheds light on implicit biases at assembly

Danielle Spitz
March 1, 2016
Deputy Chief of the Cyber and Intellectual Property Crime Section Stephanie Christensen speaks with a student after her presentation to the sophomore class. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

Federal prosecutors warn sophomores about cyber dangers

Danielle Spitz
February 28, 2016
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The other war for equality

Danielle Spitz
February 11, 2016

Students compete in math exam contest

Danielle Spitz
February 1, 2016
Cinema studies teacher Ted Walch listens to director Spike Jonze and editor Eric Zumbrunnen discuss the making of their movie "Her" during Cinema Sundays. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

Director Spike Jonze discusses the making of ‘Her’

Danielle Spitz
January 19, 2016
London Alexander '18 practices her start to refine her technique. Although she has run distance in the past, Alexander will venture into the world of sprints for the upcoming track and field season. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

London Alexander ’18 is on track for success

Danielle Spitz
January 15, 2016

Students on Vietnam trip to run social media accounts

Danielle Spitz
January 12, 2016
Emily Rahhal ’17 stands with Shad Meeshad, the president and founder of the National Veterans Foundation. Rahhal organized a fundraiser for the foundation Nov. 17. Credit: Printed with permission of Emily Rahhal

Student holds fundraiser

Danielle Spitz
November 25, 2015
CNN Producer Gabriel Ramirez speaks to a visual arts class. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

CNN producer speaks to Video Art and Photography classes

Danielle Spitz
November 8, 2015

Fanatics announce Fanatic Fest details at assembly

Danielle Spitz
October 21, 2015
Caitlin Neapole '16 shakes the hand of Head of Upper School Audrius Barzdukas after receiving her ring at the annual Ring Ceremony. Credit: Danielle Spitz/Chronicle

Seniors participate in annual ring ceremony

Danielle Spitz
October 7, 2015

Students to attend Homecoming Formal

Danielle Spitz
October 7, 2015

Class of 2016 participates in Ring Ceremony

Danielle Spitz
September 28, 2015

Science teacher completes credential, will teach chemistry

Danielle Spitz
September 1, 2015

Adam Levine: English

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September 1, 2015
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