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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
School hires new director of wellness
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 2
‘Untitled’ Political Podcast, Episode 2
'Untitled' Political Podcast
‘Untitled’ Political Podcast
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
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
Protesting on campus is not effective
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Unpublished Chronicle Headlines 2: Electric Boogaloo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
Flipping the Switch
Flipping the Switch
It's Just Rocket Science
It’s Just Rocket Science
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
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
Boys’ tennis loses playoffs in semifinals
Boys’ tennis loses playoffs in semifinals
The Student News Site of Harvard-Westlake School

The Harvard-Westlake Chronicle
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The Harvard-Westlake Chronicle

Natalie Cosgrove, Editor-in-Chief

All content by Natalie Cosgrove
In response to the multiple antisemitic vandalism incidents this year, members of the Jewish Club posted signs around campus meant to spread awareness about antisemitism.

School searches for suspects after fifth antisemitic vandalism incident

Davis Marks and Natalie Cosgrove
February 8, 2023
An infographic depicts how students feel about the mayoral race.

Mayoral candidates step up campaign ahead of June 7 primary

Will Sherwood and Natalie Cosgrove
May 29, 2022
Illustration by Alexa Druyanoff

Depp v. Heard: Trying the truth

Vasilia Yordanova and Natalie Cosgrove
May 26, 2022
Logan Azizzideh ’24 takes notes during a lecture in his Honors Algebra II course. For the first time in more than two years, Azizzideh was able to attend a class without having to wear a mask after the administration removed the school’s indoor mask requirement.

Cases rise after school relaxes indoor masking policy according to county recommendations

Natalie Cosgrove
March 18, 2022
Boys Water Polo Program Head Brian Flacks gives feedback to his team during halftime.

Deconstructing championship teams

Natalie Cosgrove
February 17, 2022
Student defends themselves in the face of gun violence, standing in front of a crumbled American flag.

Lives on the Line

Natalie Cosgrove
February 17, 2022
Rick Commons announced new and improved Visions for the school after surveying students, parents, staff and alumni.

School releases new Visions after surveying community

Davis Marks and Natalie Cosgrove
February 12, 2022
Brock Getson '24 prepares to get his booster shot on campus.

HW Community Health Office announces booster clinics

Natalie Cosgrove and Nathalie Leung
January 20, 2022
Head Prefect and Executive Editor Quincey Dern ’22 takes a deep breath before receiving the COVID-19 booster shot at Elements Pharmacy.

Administration issues new COVID-19 protocols amid surge in cases

Natalie Cosgrove and Alex Hahn
January 19, 2022

Class hosts friend to late Senator Bob Dole

Natalie Cosgrove and Jackson Mayer
December 19, 2021

School engages in ALICE protocol during drill

Claire Conner and Natalie Cosgrove
December 11, 2021
Ben Sherwood ’81 (Assistant News Section Editor Will ’23) spoke to HW Venture about his career path during Conference Time on Thursday. Sherwood is currently the CEO and co-founder of MOJO, a youth sports app meant to make coaching easier for parents.

CEO and co-founder visits HW Venture

Natalie Cosgrove
December 7, 2021

Hierarchy in the health care system

Natalie Cosgrove
December 2, 2021
While snacking on South Asian food, Aiden Schiller ’22 paints henna on Rohan Madhogarhia ’22. Meanwhile, Jack Coleman ’22 decorates a diya candle using both Sharpies and stickers.

SASA observes Diwali

Natalie Cosgrove
November 5, 2021
FDA approves booster vaccine dose for high risk populations

FDA approves booster vaccine dose for high risk populations

Natalie Cosgrove
October 27, 2021
Shanti Hinkin '22 takes her test in an empty classroom.

Pencils down, time’s up

Natalie Cosgrove
October 20, 2021
Photo Credit: Sandra Koretz/Chronicle

Stop conflating female objectification with liberation

Natalie Cosgrove, Assistant News Editor
October 16, 2021
Students line up to get tested for COVID-19 before school at Palisades Charter High School.

LAUSD mandates vaccines

Natalie Cosgrove
September 15, 2021
At the Senior Ring Ceremony, Senior Prefect Jason Thompson '22 addresses seniors and their families, discussing his high school experiences.

Seniors celebrate annual ring ceremony

Natalie Cosgrove and Davis Marks
September 14, 2021
AN EASYGOING EVENING: Jewish Family Alliance (JFA) members mingle as they enjoy the food provided at the summer JFA Shabbat dinner.

JFA hosts summer Shabbat dinner

Natalie Cosgrove
September 6, 2021

Code Red: 2021 Climate Report

Natalie Cosgrove
August 27, 2021
Happier Than Ever review

Happier Than Ever review

Natalie Cosgrove
August 25, 2021

Departing Teacher: Cynthia Winters

Natalie Cosgrove
June 1, 2021

University of California System finalizes testing standards

Natalie Cosgrove
May 29, 2021
Kutler Center Scholar in Residence Stephanie L. Batiste '90 shares her personal story regarding Hurricane Katrina and how her family was affected by it.

Kutler Center Scholar in Residence leads community discussion about Hurricane Katrina’s legacy

Natalie Cosgrove
May 9, 2021

Environmental Club members team up with FoLAR to restore local fire-damaged habitat

Natalie Cosgrove
April 30, 2021
(left to right): Quinn Callaghan '21, Walt Schoen '21, and Staff Writer Lucas Cohen-D'Arbeloff '23 perform in the school play.

Spring musical premieres online

Natalie Cosgrove
April 29, 2021
Newly-elected Head Prefect Jade Stanford '22 gives her runoff speech in front of the Ted Slavin field.

[Photo] History-making Head Prefects elected for 2021-2022 school year

Natalie Cosgrove and Lucas Cohen D'Arbeloff
April 20, 2021

Prefect council hosts March Madness tournament

Natalie Cosgrove and Leo Saperstein
March 27, 2021
Olivia Rahhal '23 cuddles her pet sheepadoodle.

Secret Life of Pets (in Quarantine)

Natalie Cosgrove
March 27, 2021

Los Angeles County enters COVID-19 red tier

Natalie Cosgrove
March 27, 2021

Westflix hosts first virtual premiere event

Natalie Cosgrove
March 27, 2021
Improv Workshop members (from top right clockwise) Will Farhat '21, Simone Herman '23, Alon Moradi '21 and Carter Staggs '23 perform in a group skit.

Improv group hosts online performance event

Natalie Cosgrove
March 21, 2021
Natalie Cosgrove '23 poses for a selfie by Ted Slavin Field.

Back To School Perspectives

Natalie Cosgrove
March 16, 2021

“Big Mouth” Speaks Volumes About Adolescence

Natalie Cosgrove
March 16, 2021
Citizens 65 and older in the Los Angeles County district are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination as of Jan. 14. However, only 850,000 vaccine doses were delivered, when more than four million are needed.

Limited supply of COVID-19 vaccines in Los Angeles County negatively impacts seniors

Tanisha Gunby and Natalie Cosgrove
February 18, 2021

Second annual Hackathon takes place

Natalie Cosgrove
February 16, 2021

Freelance music journalist speaks out against anti-Semitism in the workplace

Natalie Cosgrove
February 10, 2021

Author of “Fire and Fury” Michael Wolff speaks at virtual upper school event

Natalie Cosgrove
February 8, 2021

Prefect Council announces reopening of on-campus activities

Natalie Cosgrove
February 3, 2021

Spotify and Apple Music wrap up the songs of 2020

Natalie Cosgrove
February 3, 2021

Professor presents new book to history students

Natalie Cosgrove
January 14, 2021
Evan Nichole Brown '12 spoke to a student audience on Zoom about the rigors of freelance journalism.

New York Times freelance writer speaks to Venture, BLACC members

Lily Lee and Natalie Cosgrove
January 13, 2021

Choir performs in virtual concert

Natalie Cosgrove
January 12, 2021

HW Venture hosts social impact workshop with Ralph M. Parsons Foundation program officer

Natalie Cosgrove
January 12, 2021

LA Times Editor of the Editorial Pages speaks to students

Konnie Duan and Natalie Cosgrove
December 12, 2020

Junior creates humor magazine club

Natalie Cosgrove
November 1, 2020

Students bond over reality show in Survivor Club

Natalie Cosgrove
November 1, 2020

Junior students organize Model Congress discussion club

Natalie Cosgrove
October 29, 2020

Co-founder of Cameo discusses his video-sharing app with HW Venture students

Lily Lee and Natalie Cosgrove
October 26, 2020

Venture Club announces kickoff event

Natalie Cosgrove
September 24, 2020

Sierakowski joins History Department

Natalie Cosgrove
August 30, 2020

Peter Sheehy joins History Department

Natalie Cosgrove
August 28, 2020
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