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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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Remembering Liz Resnick

Remembering Liz Resnick

May 2, 2019
Associate Head of School passes away

Associate Head of School passes away

March 26, 2019

Admission receives over 1,200 apps

January 30, 2019

Employees, neighbors react to Weddington purchase

August 29, 2018

Seniors elect faculty speaker for Senior Ceremony for first time

August 29, 2018
Photo illustration by Sofia Heller and Anusha Mathur

Peace in Pieces: Sharing perspectives on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

June 2, 2018
Illustration by Sam Ko

Danger Zone: Is clubbing safe?

April 26, 2018
English III Honors students look for whales onboard the historic ship, the America. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

All aboard: English classes go whale watching

April 12, 2018
Geoffrey Kemp speaks to a Middle East Studies section. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

Reagan-era expert offers Middle East insights

April 10, 2018

Stratford School hires Huybrechts as head

March 22, 2018
Photo Illustration by Nicole Kim

Sculpted by Students: Students discuss the way they shape their own grades

March 21, 2018

‘Masters of Sex’ producer and show runner discuss their experiences

March 12, 2018
Photo Illustration by Sofia Heller

Art Over Artist?: The moral implications of separating art from artist

February 27, 2018
Illustration by Anna Gong

Letting Go of Religion

February 27, 2018
Illustration by Sam Ko

24/7 School: Punishment for actions off campus

February 13, 2018
Students paint signs as part of the clean up process at Bethune Middle School. Credit: Printed with permission of Jackie Klein (Andrew Klein 18)

Students volunteer at Bethune Middle School

January 29, 2018
Photo illustration by Sofia Heller and Nicole Kim

Culture Shock: Discussing rape culture on college campuses

January 10, 2018
Photo Illustration by Sofia Heller

Staying Afloat: Seeking mental health resources on and off campus

November 20, 2017
Nico James 19 and Evan LaTourette-Ghez 19 compete in the costume contest. Credit: Sophie Haber/Chronicle

Students compete in Halloween costume contest

October 31, 2017

Students to film documentaries at border

October 13, 2017
Jared Grusd 93 shares his stories working at HuffPost, Spotify and as part of Googles executive team. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

HuffPost CEO speaks to students in classes

October 11, 2017
Jake Robbins ’18 holds a Spanish paper. Printed with permission of Jake Robbins 18.

Jake Robbins ’18 learned about Islamic Spain

August 29, 2017
Faculty members pose together during one of their tours. Printed with permission of Gustavo Godoy.

Faculty traveled to Mexico over break

August 29, 2017
Supporters and those opposed to the Parking, Safety, and Athletic Improvement Project spoke at a public hearing yesterday. (Photo courtesy of ABC 7)

City holds public hearing for PSA Improvement Project

August 9, 2017
Members of the band Blink-182 perform at an event commemorating the 25th anniversary of Harvard-Westlakes first combined graduation class. Credit: Jenny Li/Chronicle

Celebration marks 25th anniversary of first merged graduating class

May 21, 2017
Pamela Koyzis visits Girls Who Code. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

IT professional visits Girls Who Code

May 17, 2017
Holocaust survivor Michele Rodri speaks to the sophomore class during their class meeting March 29. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

Holocaust survivor speaks to sophomore class

March 30, 2017
Violinist and disability advocate Gaelynn Lea speaks to La Femme on March 27. Printed with permission of Kate von Mende.

Violinist discusses using music to enact social change

March 28, 2017
Kutler Center Scholar in Residence Josh Kun 89 speaks to Taylor Redmond 18 and Daniel Varela 18 in the Emery Room. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

Genius Grant recipient Josh Kun ’89 speaks about music’s impact

March 18, 2017
Members of HW Venture brainstorm ideas at a Complain and Conquer event on March 9. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

HW Venture holds Complain and Conquer event

March 10, 2017
La Femme club members sell shirts designed by Chasia Jeffries 17 in front of Chalmers Tuesday. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

La Femme sells T-shirts to benefit Elizabeth House

March 7, 2017
Students and parents from throughout the Los Angeles area speak to representatives of gap year providers. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

School hosts gap year fair for area students

February 23, 2017

Rocket launched with student experiment onboard

February 23, 2017

Heavy rains cause difficulty for students

February 18, 2017

Rejoin reality: quit Instagram

February 15, 2017
Members of HW Venture helped Mike Tour 17 refine his idea for a sabbatical program. Credit: Printed with permission of Rob Levin

HW Venture consults with alum

February 8, 2017

Wifi cuts-out for school due to server errors

January 13, 2017
La Femme Speaker Victoria Fox discusses the importance of stem cell research and the significance of women being represented in STEM fields with Head of School Jeanne Huybrechts before the official La Femme meeting Jan. 9. Credit: Printed with permission of Daria Arzy

La Femme speaker discusses women in STEM

January 11, 2017

Community to bury 25th anniversary time capsule

January 11, 2017

Project Girl to Girls holds first workshop

November 25, 2016

Entrepreneur speaks to Business of Life Class

November 22, 2016
Marketing professor Shi Zhang (Nick 19) shows students data about marketing trends. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle.

Alumnus, parent speak to Business of Life class

November 10, 2016
Students listen to Kevin Demoff ’95 discussing how he negotiated the Los Angeles Rams relocation. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

Rams COO discusses relocation with HW Venture

November 1, 2016
La Femme club leader Sohni Kaur 17 led the discussion with guest Celine Khavarani ’95. Credit: Sophie Haber/Chronicle

Alumna speaks on women in the work force

October 17, 2016

Peer Support leaders, trainees attend retreat

October 7, 2016

Reception to take place for Israel Trip

October 6, 2016
English teacher Jenna Dillon-Gasparino. Credit: Sofia Heller/Chronicle

Jenna Dillon-Gasparino: English

August 31, 2016
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