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Prefect Council moved College Sweatshirt day from May 1 to May 20 to due to FAFSA delays.

[Photo] Prefect Council postpones College Sweatshirt Day due to FAFSA delays

Erin Ryu, Staff Writer
May 14, 2024

Prefect Council moved College Sweatshirt day from May 1 to May 20 to due to FAFSA delays.

In addition to an email sent to Upper School students, Prefect Council announced this year's "Hollywood" formal theme on Instagram.

[Photo] Prefect Council announces homecoming theme

Celine Wang, Layout Assistant and Staff Writer
September 5, 2023

In addition to an email sent to Upper School students, Prefect Council announced this year's "Hollywood" formal theme on Instagram.

COLLABORATING COUNCILS: Prefect Council attended a student government summit with Campbell Hall and Buckley to hear about how other schools run their student councils and honor boards. Members of Campbell Hall’s Honor Board presented on their system and roles.

[Photo] Prefect Council attends student leadership summit with Campbell Hall and Buckley

Everett Lakey
March 22, 2023

COLLABORATING COUNCILS: Prefect Council attended a student government summit with Campbell Hall and Buckley to hear about how other schools run their student councils and honor boards. Members of Campbell...

Associate Head of School Laura Ross will begin serving as Head of School in July. Prior to becoming Associate Head of School in July 2020, Ross was Head of Upper School from 2017 to 2020.

[Photo] Ross to become Head of School

Davis Marks and Chloe Park
January 3, 2023

Associate Head of School Laura Ross will begin serving as Head of School in July. Prior to becoming Associate Head of School in July 2020, Ross was Head of Upper School from 2017 to 2020.

President Rick Commons sent a school-wide email Tuesday detailing the most recent incident of antisemitic vandalism.

[Photo] Commons reports fourth incident of antisemitic vandalism

Davis Marks
January 24, 2023

President Rick Commons sent a school-wide email Tuesday detailing the most recent incident of antisemitic vandalism.

The school's emergency broadcasting system notified the community at  6:20 AM that in-person instruction would be canceled Tuesday.

[Photo] Both campuses closed due to rain storms

Davis Marks and Chloe Park
January 10, 2023

The school's emergency broadcasting system notified the community at 6:20 AM that in-person instruction would be canceled Tuesday.

President Rick Commons speaks to juniors about the fourth antisemitic vandalism incident during a Junior Class Meeting assembly on Monday.

[Photo] School reports third antisemitic vandalism incident of the year

Davis Marks
January 8, 2023

President Rick Commons speaks to juniors about the fourth antisemitic vandalism incident during a Junior Class Meeting assembly on Monday.

History Teacher Peter Sheehy discusses 19th century American history with his Advanced Placement United States History (APUSH) class of juniors. APUSH is one of multiple AP classes being discontinued.

[Photo] Academic departments reduce the number of Advanced Placement courses offered

Davis Marks
December 14, 2022

History Teacher Peter Sheehy discusses 19th century American history with his Advanced Placement United States History (APUSH) class of juniors. APUSH is one of multiple AP classes being discontinued....

NEW FACES IN ADMISSION: Interim Director of Admission and Enrollment Greg Gonzalez steps into his new role in the Admission Office.

[Photo] Admission Office adds members

Davis Marks
August 25, 2022

NEW FACES IN ADMISSION: Interim Director of Admission and Enrollment Greg Gonzalez steps into his new role in the Admission Office.

Gisele Stigi '22 performs "7 Nation Army" by the White Stripes during the annual Senior Solo Night.

[Photo] Seniors perform at annual Senior Solo Night

Davis Marks
June 3, 2022

Gisele Stigi '22 performs "7 Nation Army" by the White Stripes during the annual Senior Solo Night.

President Rick Commons urges the school community to remain vigilant about wearing masks in an email May 25.

[Photo] Administration recommends masks amid COVID-19 surge

Davis Marks
June 1, 2022

President Rick Commons urges the school community to remain vigilant about wearing masks in an email May 25.

Asian Students in Action (ASiA) members hand attendees cultural foods and baked goods.

[Photo] SLIDE organizes Multicultural Fair

Davis Marks
May 10, 2022

Asian Students in Action (ASiA) members hand attendees cultural foods and baked goods.

Reverend Anne Gardner leads students and faculty in a candle lighting ceremony in honor of Yom HaShoah.

[Photo] School commemorates Yom HaShoah with assembly, candle lighting and exhibition

Davis Marks
May 4, 2022

Reverend Anne Gardner leads students and faculty in a candle lighting ceremony in honor of Yom HaShoah.

Charlotte Newman '24 and Illi Kreiz '24 cheer on participants at a Special Olympics event organized by Community Council.

[Photo] Community Council hosts Special Olympics event on Ted Slavin Field

Davis Marks
April 22, 2022

Charlotte Newman '24 and Illi Kreiz '24 cheer on participants at a Special Olympics event organized by Community Council.

Reverend Anne Gardner stands with ashes, ready to place them on the heads of Christian students.

[Photo] Reverend honors Ash Wednesday

Davis Marks
March 4, 2022

Reverend Anne Gardner stands with ashes, ready to place them on the heads of Christian students.

Reverend Sumi Lounden Kim, who works at Yale University, explains Nirvana Day and its significance to Community Chapel virtual attendees.

[Photo] Community Chapel honors Nirvana Day

Davis Marks
February 16, 2022

Reverend Sumi Lounden Kim, who works at Yale University, explains Nirvana Day and its significance to Community Chapel virtual attendees.

Students dunk Math Teacher Joshua Helston and enjoy pizza during the event organized by Community Council.

[Photo] Community Council organizes donation celebration

Davis Marks and Iona Lee
February 1, 2022

Students dunk Math Teacher Joshua Helston and enjoy pizza during the event organized by Community Council.

Members of the Jewish Families Alliance light candles while saying a prayer during Shabbat dinner.

[Photo] Jewish Families Alliance hosts monthly Shabbat dinner

Davis Marks
December 13, 2021

Members of the Jewish Families Alliance light candles while saying a prayer during Shabbat dinner.

The new location of Tocaya Organica, a health-oriented Mexican chain restaurant, opened to customers Dec. 7. Dishes include tacos, bowls, quesadillas and burritos.

[Photo] Restaurants open locations at Sportsmen’s Lodge

Davis Marks
December 16, 2021

Patrons stand outside sushi restaurant SUGARFISH to witness its grand opening Dec. 9, chatting as they wait in line to try the Japanese cuisine.

StandWithUs Israel’s Director of International Student Programs Charlotte Korchak discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with students over Zoom.

[Photo] Israeli activist speaks to HWJFA students

Davis Marks
November 19, 2021

StandWithUs Israel’s Director of International Student Programs Charlotte Korchak discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with students over Zoom.

Jon Levine ’94 speaks to students about his nonprofit Minds Matter LA, outlining different potential logo designs and asking for their feedback as to which logos would best attract clients.

[Photo] Venture hosts nonprofit founder

Lucas Cohen-d'Arbeloff
November 18, 2021

Jon Levine ’94 speaks to students about his nonprofit Minds Matter LA, outlining different potential logo designs and asking for their feedback as to which logos would best attract clients.

When Jim De Matté moves to his role overseeing the school's River Park Campus full-time in January, current Upper School Plant Manger Dave Mintz '87 will take over as Chief of Campus Operations and Construction.

[Photo] Position changes in Maintenance Department announced

Davis Marks and Will Sherwood
October 24, 2021

When Jim De Matté moves to his role overseeing the school's River Park Campus full-time in January, current Upper School Plant Manger Dave Mintz '87 will take over as Chief of Campus Operations and Construction.

Students and parents in the Harvard-Westlake Jewish Families Alliance (HWJFA) eat lunch outside at Holocaust Museum LA.

[Photo] HWJFA visits Holocaust Museum LA

Davis Marks
October 12, 2021

Students and parents in the Harvard-Westlake Jewish Families Alliance (HWJFA) eat lunch outside at Holocaust Museum LA.

Dr. Robert Gilchick explains COVID data as part of a slideshow presented to students, as Head of the History Department and Interdisciplinary Studies Department Larry Klein and Head of Communications and Strategic Initiatives Ari Engelberg '89 look on.

[Photo] LADPH official speaks to Directed Study class

Davis Marks
October 6, 2021

Dr. Robert Gilchick explains COVID data as part of a slideshow presented to students, as Head of the History Department and Interdisciplinary Studies Department Larry Klein and Head of Communications and...

Student Ambassadors socialize on the Middle School Lower Lawn while waiting to get food from  In-N-Out and Rice Balls of Fire trucks.

[Photo] Student Ambassadors gather at Training Dinner

Davis Marks
September 23, 2021

Students gather in the Middle School's Saperstein Theater to hear announcements and introductions.

Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter holds check-in for its recall voting station.

[Photo] Newsom survives recall election

Davis Marks
September 16, 2021

Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter holds check-in for its recall voting station.

Before the start of school, students gather on the fire road for mandatory COVID-19 testing by grade level. Constant testing ensures the safety of the community in the event of a positive case, so students can prevent the spread of the virus.

[Photo] School confirms first COVID-19 case of the year

Davis Marks and Alex Hahn
September 7, 2021

Before the start of school, students gather on the fire road for mandatory COVID-19 testing by grade level. Constant testing ensures the safety of the community in the event of a positive case, so students...

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