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Gisele Stigi 22 performs 7 Nation Army by the White Stripes during the annual Senior Solo Night.
Seniors perform at annual Senior Solo Night
2022 Student awards announced
President Rick Commons urges the school community to remain vigilant about wearing masks in an email May 25.
Administration recommends masks amid COVID-19 surge
Maria Quigley 23, who organized the drive, stands with food she collected and will be giving to Westside Food Bank.
Community Council hosts food drive for Westside Food Bank
Asian Students in Action (ASiA) members hand attendees cultural foods and baked goods.
SLIDE organizes Multicultural Fair
An infographic depicts how students feel about the mayoral race.
Mayoral candidates step up campaign ahead of June 7 primary
Underneath a freeway, people experiencing homelessness build shelters.
Community reflects on homelessness in Studio City
A sign at a gas station in Studio City reflects the recent rise in fuel prices in Los Angeles, as well as throughout the nation.
Rising gas prices follow sanctions
A sign advertising the school’s River Park plan to replace Weddington Golf & Tennis is posted on a tennis court fence next to the Weddington parking lot. The River Park plan came closer to completion when the City of Los Angeles released its draft environmental impact report (DEIR).
City of LA releases River Park draft environmental impact report
After the garden’s opening, President Rick Commons and Head of Communications Ari Engelberg 89 receive a Certificate of Appreciation from Los Angeles City Council Member Nithya Raman.
Local organizations unveil Fairway Garden on Ventura
Lying on her bed, the Mittle-Man advises a student on their love life through the phone.
The Mittle-man on Campus: A Review of Prom
Our school is one of few high schools in America with a student-run newspaper that does not have press freedom guarantees.
Promoting students’ press freedom
Editors-in-Chief Tessa Augsberger and Milla Ben-Ezra stand next to each other during the first Chronicle layout.
Letter from the Editors: Encouraging a new mindset
An illustration depicts President Joe Biden standing in front of a podium.
Calling Biden to action
Illustrated by Sydney Fener
Guest Editorial: School sustainability
An illustration depicts a same-sex couple with a child, celebrating Pride Month together. Approximately 114,000 same-sex couples are currently raising children in the U.S., according to the UCLA School of Law Williams Institute.
Parenting with pride
adrago_abortions
Protecting choice
The cafeteria staff stands smiling for a photo in front of the food.
All in a day’s work
Understanding Ukraine
Understanding Ukraine
According to a Chronicle poll, almost 30% out of 249 survey respondents said they use tutors for academic classes.
Tutoring too far
Gisele Stigi 22 performs 7 Nation Army by the White Stripes during the annual Senior Solo Night.
Seniors perform at annual Senior Solo Night
Sadye Lackman 22
All About the Art
The cast members of “The Insitute’s Prisoner,” written by Carina Villanova ’22, gather for Playwrights Festival rehearsal in the Drama Lab.
Theater the wright way
Illustration by Alexa Druyanoff
Depp v. Heard: Trying the truth
Members of Chamber Singers, Bel Canto, Wolverine Chorus and Jazz Singers prepare to sing the National Anthem alongside other school choirs at Angel Stadium.
Choirs perform at Angel Stadium
Attacker Daniel Mnatsakanian 23 winds up and aims his shot to give the schools team the lead against JSerra Catholic High School in the CIF quarterfinals Nov. 4, 2021. The team defeated the Lions 14-7, advancing in the tournament.
Seven Boys Qualify for Water Polo National Team
Alyssa Thompson 23 and Gisele Thompson 24 pose with a soccer ball wearing Nike gear. The sisters are the first high school athletes in history to sign an NIL deal with Nike.
Thompson sisters sign historic NIL deal with Nike
MAKING A RACKET: Avi Carson ’22 closes the net to position himself for a volley to his opponent in a match against Crespi High School on March 31.
Boys tennis loses first round of CIF
JUMPING FOR JOY: Jessica Thompson ’23 pole vaults in a track meet against Fontana High School. Thompson placed first in Mission League for pole vault and long jump, setting the school pole vault record at 12 feet 8 inches.
Track and field team finishes league season
PITCH PERFECT: Pitcher Andrew Citron ’22 stares down a batter in the baseball team’s 6-3 win over Crespi Carmelite High School on March 25.
Baseball’s playoff run comes to an end
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Here’s to my teachers

June 1, 2018
Illustration by Sam Ko/Chronicle

Sports Roundup: NBA Semi-Finals

May 12, 2018
Illustration by Sam Ko/Chronicle

Sports Roundup: NBA edition

April 28, 2018
Seasoned Seniors

Seasoned Seniors

February 22, 2018
Henry Sanderson ’20 receives and controls a pass downfield in a 3-0 victory against St. Francis last season. Photo Credit: Pavan Tauh/Chronicle

Young team hopes to succeed with new offensive approach

January 11, 2018
Community Disservice

Community Disservice

October 13, 2017
Director of Maintenance for Athletic Facilities Roberto Hernandez. Photo Credit: Astor Wu/Chronicle.

Maintenance Director saves jogger’s life

September 10, 2017
Brittany Hong/Chronicle

An Ode to the grind

August 30, 2017

Liam Douglass ’18 commits to USC

June 20, 2017
The boys tennis team celebrates their victory. Printed with permission of Alison Kronenberg.

Boys’ tennis wins CIF-SS DI championship

May 19, 2017
The boys size up their opponents before their penultimate match of the season. Credit: Matthew Yam/Chronicle.

Boys’ tennis routs University to advance to CIF-SS DI finals

May 17, 2017
The Wolverines huddle up and get amped. Printed with permission of Maria Tucker.

Boys’ tennis defeats rival Los Alamitos to advance to CIF semi-finals

May 15, 2017

Boys’ tennis continues CIF dominance with win over Northwood

May 13, 2017
The Boys Tennis seniors take a moment to enjoy their last season together. Printed with permission of Maria Tucker.

Boys’ tennis cruises through opening round of CIF on senior night

May 10, 2017

Boys’ tennis sweeps rival Loyola

April 24, 2017

Boys’ Tennis takes first loss of season, remains poised for CIF

April 19, 2017
Reid Hudgins 18 and Paul Rodriguez 18 celebrate a goal. Credit: Matthew Yam/Chronicle.

Boys’ lacrosse defeats rival Loyola in sudden death thriller

March 25, 2017

Boys’ tennis routs Chaminade, gears up for All-American tourney

March 23, 2017

Boys’ tennis makes short work of St. Francis to stay undefeated

March 22, 2017

No.1 ranked boys’ tennis routs Beverly Hills, remains undefeated

March 15, 2017

Boys’ tennis serves up perfect match against Notre Dame

March 14, 2017

Boys’ tennis trounces powerhouse San Marino, stays undefeated

March 10, 2017

Tennis overwhelms St. Francis in first league match

March 8, 2017

Boys’ tennis dominates Westlake, remains undefeated

March 7, 2017

Boys’ Tennis routs Calabasas, remains undefeated

March 2, 2017
Captain Adam Sraberg returns a serve against University HS, Irvine. Printed with permission of Darlene Bible.

Boys’ tennis opens season with 3-0 start

March 2, 2017

Checkmate: club holds student tournament

February 17, 2017
Head Coach Brian Flacks gives his players tips during a time out. Credit: Matthew Yam/Chronicle

Girls’ water polo defeats Los Altos to move onto CIF quarterfinals

February 15, 2017

Wolverines commit to further athletic careers

December 4, 2016
Keller Maloney 18 looks to pass the ball during a Wolverine victory. Credit: Aaron Park/Chronicle

Boys’ water polo defeats Mater Dei

October 24, 2016
The Wolverines take on the Orange Lutheran Lancers on Homecoming. Credit: Matthew Yam/ Chronicle

Boys’ water polo takes Homecoming victory

October 17, 2016

Math club takes the Purple Comet test

April 28, 2016
A little kindness goes a long way

A little kindness goes a long way

April 27, 2016
Sam Krutonog 18 lunges left to make a save. Credit: Matthew Yam/Chronicle

Sam Krutonog ’18 perseveres despite setbacks

January 24, 2016
Small fish in a big pond

Small fish in a big pond

January 13, 2016
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