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Senior Independent Studies
Mock Trial team competes at Los Angeles County Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial team competes at Los Angeles County Mock Trial Competition
HWSAA hosts kids costume party
HWSAA hosts kids costume party
Guest Speaker Jeffrey Abrams presents at webinar combatting antisemitism
Guest Speaker Jeffrey Abrams presents at webinar combatting antisemitism
Members of Peer Tutoring meet in the Learning Center.
Peer Tutoring expands offerings
Congresswoman Karen Bass and businessman Rick Caruso 76 campaign to be elected as mayor of Los Angeles.
Mayoral Election: Down to the Wire
Franklin Wimbish ’25 looks across Ted Slavin Field, sipping water from his bottle as he endures the afternoon heat. Wimbish is a member of the school’s cross country team, which postponed its after-school practice to 6 p.m. on Sept. 16 in order to escape the heat. In addition to cross country, field hockey and girls tennis postponed their field practices.
Southern California confronted by global warming induced heat wave
LAUSD experiences enrollment decline
LAUSD experiences enrollment decline
SWEET TOOTH: A new location of Tuesday’s Sweet Shoppe, a family-owned Los Angeles candy shop chain, began selling a variety of different candies to customers over the summer.
New restaurants and stores launch at Sportsmen’s Lodge
An infographic depicts how students feel about the mayoral race.
Mayoral candidates step up campaign ahead of June 7 primary
Students are lacking spirit, which leads them to forget how enjoyable the school community can be.
Stepping up our Spirit
Guest Editorial: Diving into the Unknown
Guest Editorial: Diving into the Unknown
Counting ballots, Claire-ified
While scrolling for Halloween costumes, the category of Sexy can seem like the only one for girls.
From Candy Bars to Eye Candy
A stressed teenage girl is preparing to receive facial plastic surgery.
The harms of teenage plastic surgery
President Rick Commons looks for ways to manage student mental health and academic difficulty.
Under(standing) Pressure
A thanksgiving table with a delicious feast is left abandoned.
An Insincere Thanks
An illustration depicts a map of the world to represent the different places community members have moved from.
New in Town
A student returns from Black Friday shopping trip with shopping bags.
Mind Over Materialism
Illustration by Eva Park
Converting to College
Halloween Coffeehouse showcases school communitys creativity
Halloween Coffeehouse showcases school community’s creativity
Illustration by Sophia Evans
What’s New: Fall Reviews: “Smile”
Whats New: Fall Reviews: Midnights
What’s New: Fall Reviews: “Midnights”
Illustration by Sophia Evans
What’s New: Fall Reviews: “The School for Good and Evil”
Following his anti-Semitic remarks on Twitter, Ye has lost brand deals with Adidas, Chase Bank, Gap and Balenciaga, among others. He has been locked out of social media platforms, including Twitter and Instagram, as well.
Separating the Art from the Artist: Ye or Nay?
Swiftie Flex Day
Swiftie Flex Day
In case you missed the Activities Fair...
In case you missed the Activities Fair…
Homecoming: Whats In and Whats Out
Homecoming: What’s In and What’s Out
Rival Alert: Donda Academy
Separate Harvard and Westlake once again
Separate Harvard and Westlake once again
Printed with Permission of Alyssa Thompson
Captain America: Student by Day, Soccer Star by Night
Wrestling holds first ever red vs. black dual meet
Wrestling holds first ever red vs. black dual meet
Alyssa Thompson ’23 called up to the United States Womens National Team
Alyssa Thompson ’23 called up to the United States Women’s National Team
Varsity Girls Tennis starts off strong
Varsity Girls Tennis starts off strong
Illustration By Sophia Evans
Foul Play
Open Door: Drama Edition (episode 1)
Open Door: Drama Edition (episode 1)
Looks for the Books: Homecoming Profiles
Spirit Week Outfits 2022
Spirit Week Outfits 2022
In Memoriam: Ted Walchs Final Interview
In Memoriam: Ted Walch’s Final Interview
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PRACTICE PLAY: Singles and doubles player Jordan Assil ’22 runs to the net for a volley in preparation for the team’s 11-7 loss to Calabasas High School. The squad started the season 7-0 overall before losing to Crespi Carmelite High School 11-7 March 15. The team’s overall record stands at 8-2.

[Photo] Boys tennis defeats Loyola High School after consecutive losses end seven-game win streak

March 23, 2022
Singles and doubles player Jordan Assil ’22 runs to the net for a volley in preparation for the team’s 11-7 loss to Calabasas High School. The squad started the season 7-0 overall before losing to Crespi Carmelite High School 11-7 March 15. The team’s overall record stands at 8-2.

[Photo] Boys tennis defeats Loyola High School after consecutive losses end seven-game win streak

March 26, 2022
LAUNCHING IT: Sam Pulaski ’24 practices shot put March 15. The team defeated Crespi Carmelite High School 65-34 in its second meet.

Track and field competes in Mission League meets

March 23, 2022
Setter Andrew Eitner 23 lifts a ball for his teammate and outside hitter Erik Steuch to crush down the center of the court. They practice for their upcoming league match against Notre Dame on March 15.

Boys volleyball opens season with a loss against Windward School

March 3, 2022

Wrestling team concludes regular season matches and begins preparations for competition at CIF tournament

February 17, 2022
To prepare for upcoming games, Jordyn Call 23 pushes off Jamie Yue 24 to receive an entry pass from a teammate.

Girls basketball team looks to improve in remaining games

January 19, 2022
All players and coaches are now required to wear KN95 masks indoors, and indoor sports will now have a limited capacity of under 500 people.

School updates athletic protocols as COVID-19 cases surge

January 19, 2022
MAKING PLAYS: Guard Cubin Molzen ’22 looks across the court at his teammates during a preaseason practice in Taper Gym on Nov. 10.

Basketball squad stays undefeated in tournament

December 16, 2021
Edward Kim 23 and William Ehrlich 22 prepare to snap the ball in a 26-58 defeat against St. Genevieve High School Sept. 11.

Football loses first game of the season against St. Genevieve High School

September 15, 2021
Boys water polo player Baxter Chelsom 23 looks to pass in the 15-6 win against Long Beach Highschool. Credit: Sandra Kortez/Chronicle

Water polo beats Laguna Beach Highschool

September 15, 2021

Boys water polo defeats Cathedral High School

September 6, 2021
First to Finish: Following the first race of the season, Daniela Quintero ’22 and Print Managing Editor Will Sheehy ’22 lift first place trophies for the girls and boys divisions, respectively, at the Gahr High School Race.

Squad secures victory in successful opener

August 26, 2021

Boys volleyball loses third consecutive match against Loyola High School

May 5, 2021

Administrator and alum teaches Venture members about personal and professional branding

March 17, 2021
Character Beth Harmons rise to prominence in The Queens Gambit inspired an increase in chess set and book sales in the U.S.

Netflix and Chess

March 12, 2021
Todd Jackson 99 smiles as he speaks to students in the Venture club about his work. Photo

Alumnus and former Google employee presents to Venture

February 26, 2021

COVID-19 spike before NFL playoffs sparks discussion within school community

January 4, 2021
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