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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Unpublished Chronicle Headlines 2: Electric Boogaloo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
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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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

Nathan Wang and Chloe Kim
September 9, 2024
Board Game Club and Cinephiles Club collaborated to host a movie night with board games in Mudd Library on May 24.

[Photo] Board Game Club and Cinephiles Club host activities

Erin Ryu
May 30, 2024
Graphic Design classes hosted the first "School's Out For The Summer" Flea Market on the Feldman Horn Quad on May 24.

[Photo] Graphic Design Class hosts Flea Market

Eila Shokravi
May 30, 2024
The school hired Jee Won Lee and Michael Durant to serve as deans starting in the 2024-2025 school year. Printed with permission of Lee and Durant.

School adds two new upper school deans

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
May 29, 2024
Boys' volleyball falls in CIF quarterfinals

Boys’ volleyball falls in CIF quarterfinals

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
May 29, 2024
Playwright Will Arbery spoke to students in the American Playwrights class in Ahmanson Hall on May 10.

Pulitzer Prize finalist speaks to students

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
May 20, 2024
NASA Moon to Mars Mission Directorate Andres Martinez spoke to Chinese IV and V classes over Zoom on May 1.

NASA directorate presents to Chinese classes

Nathan Wang, Assistant New Editor
May 15, 2024
Rex Grube '25 gives a speech to his peers for Head Prefect elections.

[Photo] Senior Prefects elected for 2024-2025 school year

Colin Ho
May 8, 2024
The USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra performed in Rugby Auditorium on April 18.

USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra performs in Rugby

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
April 26, 2024
The school gathered along the Quad and viewed the solar eclipse through telescopes and solar eclipse glasses. Asher Meron '25 attempts to take a picture of the solar eclipse through a telescope.

[Photo] School community views solar eclipse

Colin Ho and Eila Shokravi
April 23, 2024
The Upper School is mandating the use of phone caddies in the classroom for the fourth quarter to prevent further distractions from cellphones following an increase in Honor Board cases related to phone usage. The use of earbuds and headphones in the classroom will also be strictly prohibited.

Upper School reinforces phone and earbud policies

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
April 3, 2024
Junior Prefect Gideon Evans ’25 takes the stand for his introductory speech during the Preliminary Head Prefect Election round in Rugby Auditorium. This year, twelve candidates submitted statements and spoke in the Preliminary Election Round on March 13.

[Photo] Juniors elect four Head Prefect candidates to give speeches in final round of elections

Hannah Shahidi, Assistant News Editor
March 20, 2024
The school hired a wellness director to add to existing mental health initiatives. She will begin her position in July.

School hires new wellness director

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
March 20, 2024
Christian Stubbeman '25 prepares to hit a forehand in a match against Peninsula.

Boys’ tennis starts the season undefeated

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
March 20, 2024
Guest speaker and prominent British actor Kingsley Ben-Adir speaks to the crowd at Westflix. The panel consisted of student directors Madison Baffo ’24, Jacob Lutsky ’24 and Yuuki Lubin ’24.

[Photo] Student wins Director’s Choice Award at Westflix for stop-motion film

Everett Lakey, Assistant News Editor
March 20, 2024
Munger Science Center, Seaver Library, Feldman Horn and Rugby Hall temporarily lost power March 14 due to high winds.

School experiences power outage

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
March 14, 2024
Ethan Levitt ’07 and Sam Usher ’08 spoke to the school community on strategy-making in professional baseball and basketball leagues. Printed with permission of Sam de Castro Abeger ’07.

Alumni speak on strategy in professional sports

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
March 2, 2024
Spencer Casamassima '24 and Josh Barnavon '24 celebrate in a game against Chaminade on Jan. 3.

Standing on Business

Justin Tang and Nathan Wang
February 1, 2024
The World Languages Department organized and hosted the first-ever World Languages Week. On the last day of the celebration, LatinX Hispanic Student Organization (LAHSO) co-leaders led line dances on the Quad for students to participate in.

World Languages Department introduces annual World Language Week festivities

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
February 1, 2024
Point guard Trent Perry ’24 sprints down the court. He was accepted to the 2024 annual McDonald's All-American Game which will be played in Houston on April 2. Perry is the fourth basketball player from the school to be selected for the prestigious team.

USC basketball commit selected to play on 2024 McDonald’s All-American West team

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
February 1, 2024
Charles (Charlie) Munger poses for a photo in 1995. Munger served on the Board of Trustees for 54 years and oversaw many institutional changes, showing unwavering dedication to the school.

Charlie Munger passes away after 54 years on the Board of Trustees

Davis Marks and Nathan Wang
December 13, 2023
Simon Pompan '18 and Harry Gestener '18 from left to right. Both alumni were featured on Forbes' 30 under 30 list for notable work in their co-founded company Fanfix.

Three alumni featured in Forbes’ 2024 30 Under 30 list

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
December 13, 2023
WRESTLING WINNERS: Adrian Drouin ’26, 144 pounds, fights to break free from his Chaminade opponent's grip. The Wolverines and the Eagles held a match in the wrestling room Dec. 6, following the Downey 32 Way Tournament. The team will compete in the Tournament of Champions on Dec. 16.

Wrestling team continues to improve following massive results in Downey 32 Way tournament

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
December 13, 2023
Former CBS Middle East Deborah Camiel (Ariel '24) speaks to students and faculty at a meeting Nov. 15. She talked about her experience as a journalist covering the Israeli-Palestine conflict in Gaza despite violence between the two groups.

Journalist speaks on her experience in the Middle East

Alex Dinh and Nathan Wang
November 17, 2023

Senior Independent Studies

Sienna Dall'Olmo, Erin Ryu, Everett Lakey, Colin Ho, Nathan Wang, Audrey Kim, Alex Lee, Max Turetzky, Justin Tang, Lydia Gugsa, and Eila Shokravi
November 15, 2023
Midfielder Micah Rossen looks to make a pass in a game against Sierra Canyon on Jan. 23.

Boys’ soccer to defend Mission League title

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
November 15, 2023
Illustration by Ashley Ham

Save Our Spirit

Alex Dinh and Nathan Wang
November 15, 2023
READY TO REOPEN: Alcove and Ventura Starbucks employees serve guests Nov. 11, the first day back after a three-week long renovation.

Starbucks Coffee renovation ends

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
November 15, 2023
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Bear Boxes club holds clothing drive

Nathan Wang
April 16, 2023
Performing Arts Teacher Chris Sullivan speaks to the audience before the group's opening set Nov. 2. The performance was the third of the Jazz Lunch Concert Series, a set of new performances created by Sullivan at the beginning of the year.

HW Jazz hosts third Jazz Lunch Concert series with guest performers

Connor Tang and Nathan Wang
November 13, 2023
Harvard-Westlake Parent's Association (HWPA) hosted the October Faculty Appreciation Luncheon in partnership with Latin American Parent's Association (LAPA) Oct. 28.

Parents’ Association hosts Faculty Appreciation Luncheon

Nathan Wang
October 28, 2023
Printed with permission of Janine Jones

School hosts annual Pollyanna conference

Hannah Shahidi and Nathan Wang
October 27, 2023
ASiA leaders share Chuseok and Zhong Qiu Jie traditions and food with the school community.

ASiA celebrates fall traditions with students

Connor Tang and Nathan Wang
October 3, 2023
Administrators speak about student wellbeing at State of School Address

Administrators speak about student wellbeing at State of School Address

Nathan Wang, Assistant News Editor
September 22, 2023
BUILDING UP A DREAM TEAM: 2023-2024 Head Fanatics Zion Otaño ’24, Lily Stambouli ’24, Annabelle Mass ’24, Ben Boateng ’25, Fiona Ryan ’25 and Boaz Maydew ’24 pose for a group photo after meeting in preparation for this year’s spirit activities at athletics games.

[Photo] Head Fanatics elected for 2023-2024 year

Colin Ho
September 21, 2023

HW Athletics introduces new student-run social media team

Karsten Cole and Nathan Wang
September 21, 2023

New faculty and staff join for 2023-2024 school year

Alex Lee, Erin Ryu, Lyla Kavanagh, Nathan Wang, Tali Gurule, Connor Tang, Colin Ho, Lydia Gugsa, and Ella Jeon
August 29, 2023

Students elect Prefects for the 2023-2024 school year

Alex Lee and Nathan Wang
May 28, 2023

Van Nuys residents express concern over potential Van Nuys Airport expansion

Nathan Wang
May 25, 2023

SLIDE Co-Chairs appointed

Nathan Wang
May 25, 2023

Five athletes reach Track and Field CIF Masters

Nathan Wang
May 25, 2023
Matthew Asada speaks at HW Works Global Leadership Institute

Matthew Asada speaks at HW Works Global Leadership Institute

Alexander Dinh and Nathan Wang
March 30, 2023
New Academic Classes for 2023-2024

New Academic Classes for 2023-2024

Nathan Wang, William Liu, Alden Detmer, Hannah Shahidi, Zoe Goor, and Alexander Dinh
March 22, 2023
Swing, Batter: Morgan Hill ’26 takes a swing at the ball during a home game against La Salle High School on Feb. 21. The team won 10-0.

Freshman class of five helps softball team to best start in years

Nathan Wang
March 22, 2023

Prefect Council hosts Academic Fair

Nathan Wang
March 15, 2023
Mitchell Kallick hired as Girls Volleyball Program Head

Mitchell Kallick hired as Girls Volleyball Program Head

Nathan Wang
March 5, 2023

Seven students won awards for National Chinese Essay Contest

Nathan Wang
February 25, 2023
Joy Harjo, the Brown Family Speaker, speaks to students at an assembly.

U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo speaks at Brown Family Speaker Assembly

Nathan Wang
February 23, 2023
ASiA honored Lunar New Year by covering the Quad in red and festive decorations and offered a variety of activities and food for those who attended the festival. They gave rewards including stuffed animals and candy to people who participated in the event.

ASiA hosts annual Lunar New Year festival

Alexander Dinh and Nathan Wang
February 8, 2023
On the Mat: Alec Avedissian '25 faces off against an opponent in a wrestling match versus Crespi Carmelite High School on Jan. 31, 2023, the team's fourth match of the season and final one before Mission League Finals.

Wrestling prepares for playoff competitions

Nathan Wang
February 8, 2023

Second Semester Clubs

Nathan Wang, Justine Gustman, Alex Lee, and Max Turetzky
February 8, 2023
Time Out

Time Out

Nathan Wang
February 6, 2023
School reports record absences due to illness

School reports record absences due to illness

Justin Tang and Nathan Wang
December 14, 2022

Students discuss their Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay

Nathan Wang and Connor Tang
December 2, 2022
Illustration by Sophia Evans and Amelia Chiarelli

Senior Independent Studies

Zoe Goor, Olivia So, Alden Detmer, Alexander Dinh, Nathan Wang, Georgia Grad, Hannah Shahidi, Everett Lakey, and Justine Gustman
November 28, 2022
SPREADING AWARENESS: Carter Staggs ’23 performs in the “Laramie Project: Ten Years Later,” shedding light on LGBTQ rights.

Shepard Foundation speaks at HW

Nathan Wang
November 17, 2022
DAY OF THE BREAD: LAHSO celebrates Día De Los Muertos with a decorated booth and treats available to students and faculty.

LAHSO celebrates Day of the Dead

Nathan Wang
November 6, 2022
A college admissions officer from Georgetown University answers student questions about Georgetown’s campus, academics, athetics, student life and financial aid. Prospective students were encouraged to attend the meeting and ask any questions they might have.

College representatives return for in-person admissions question and answer sessions

Nathan Wang
October 5, 2022
Food trucks served In-N-Out and Rice Balls of Fire for dinner.

Admission Office hosts Student Ambassador Training Dinner

Nathan Wang and Alden Detmer
September 25, 2022
Back-to-School Day returns in person

Back-to-School Day returns in person

Nathan Wang
September 25, 2022
New faculty and staff join for 2022-2023 school year

New faculty and staff join for 2022-2023 school year

Georgia Grad, Jayan Kandavel, Alex Lee, William Liu, Hannah Shahidi, Olivia So, Max Turetzky, Nathan Wang, and Everett Lakey
August 24, 2022
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