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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
Reverend Anne Gardner leads students and faculty in a candle lighting ceremony in honor of Yom HaShoah.
School commemorates Yom HaShoah with assembly, candle lighting and exhibition
Jewish Club hosts Passover seder
Jewish Club hosts Passover seder
Goldie Grube 23 and Ella Goldberg 23 pose in jean clothing they wore in honor of Denim Day on April 27.
Community participates in Denim Day
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
Hannah Carbunaru 24 visits a fruit stand at the Studio City Farmers Market, masked up in front of a table of mandarins.
Studio City Farmers Market adapts to Omicron
Illustrated by Sydney Fener
Guest Editorial: School sustainability
Cucumbers sit inside of a jar, which is one step of the fermentation process. Cucumbers are one of many items that the Pickling Club ferments,
A thanks to the school Pickling Club
The Official Chronicle Curriculum Guide
Illustration by Caroline Jacoby
My Russian identity in a time of crisis
James Hess/Chronicle
Reframing Ukrainian News
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
High School
“High” School
Photo Illustrations by Alexa Druyanoff of representations of culture groups on campus.
Appreciation or Appropriation
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
Dance students perform in an outdoor showcase during Multicultural Fair.
Dance students perform in outdoor showcase
The Batman Movie Review
“The Batman” Movie Review
Illustrated by Alexa Druyanoff
Dancing Through Stages of Metamorphosis
Illustration by Alexa Druyanoff
The Walk To Fame
Fanatics voted best basketball student section in Los Angeles
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.
Boys tennis defeats Loyola High School after consecutive losses end seven-game win streak
SERVING SUNSET: Maddie Hilboki 25 prepares to serve at a practice at Will Rodgers State Beach. The team holds a record of 3-1 this season.
Girls beach volleyball suffers first loss against Marlborough
BREAKOUT PLAYER: Attacker Beckett Lee ’24 cradles the ball before a 5-4 overtime win against Crespi Carmelite High School on March 16.
Lacrosse wins consecutive games
Calling all Fanatics TItle Illustration by Chronicle Art Director Alexa Druyanoff
Calling all Fanatics
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Forward Alyssa Thompson 23 prepares to take a free kick in a Division I California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) State playoff game in the 2020-2021 season.

Alyssa Thompson plays with USWNT in CONCACAF U-20 Tournament

Charlie Seymour • March 1, 2022

Girls soccer team forward Alyssa Thompson ’23 was one of 20 players named to represent the Under-20 (U-20) United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) in the Confederation of North, Central America...

Defender Dani Lynch ’23 runs across Ted Slavin Field during a home game against Bishop Alemany High School on Jan. 12, which the girls soccer team won 9-0. The team beat Chaminade High School at a game on Jan. 14 with a score of 4-1 and currently has a 5-1-4 overall record.

Girls soccer team reflects on current season

Charlie Seymour • January 19, 2022

The girls soccer team currently has a 5-1-4 overall record, winning games against Santa Ynez High School on Dec. 1, Downey High School on Dec. 15, Santiago Corona High School on Dec. 18, Alemany High...

Girls Soccer Dominates Flintridge Sacred

Ryan Razmjoo • May 5, 2021

The girls soccer team beat Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy in its last league match on May 5 to improve its overall record to 11-0 and its league record to 6-0. The team has dominated in league play this...

Girls’ soccer loses in semi-finals of the CIF Regional Tournament

William Seymour • February 28, 2019

The girls’ soccer team’s season has come to end following its 1-0 defeat tonight against Los Alamitos High School in the Semi-Final game of the CIF Regional Tournament. The squad finished with an...

Girls’ soccer wins round one of CIF Regional Tournament

William Seymour • February 26, 2019

Girls’ soccer defeated Carlsbad High School 3-2 in overtime tonight in round one of the CIF Regional Tournament, capping their record off at 18-1-6. The Wolverines’ first two goals came during...

#NOPHILTER: Defender Natalie Phillips ’21 prepares to pass the ball while midfielder Whitney Elson ’19 looks on in the 1-0 Senior Night win against Notre Dame High School on Jan. 31. This win capped the Wolverines’ overall record off at 14-0-6. Credit: Lucas Lee/Chronicle

Semi-final playoff loss ends squad’s undefeated streak

William Seymour • February 23, 2019

The girls’ soccer team ended its undefeated streak by losing 3-0 at the CIF Southern Section Division I Semi-Finals to Los Alamitos High School on Feb. 16. The squad had an overall record of 17-1-6...

Girls’ soccer wins in second round of CIF playoffs

William Seymour • February 8, 2019

Girls soccer has continued their 16-0-6 undefeated season into the playoffs, beating San Clemente High School and Santiago Corona High School, advancing them to the CIF SS DI quarter finals against Cypress...

Midfielder Natalie Barnouw 21 lunges for the ball in the Wolverines 1-0 win over Notre Dame High School today. Photo Credit: Lucas Lee/Chronicle

Girls’ soccer defeats Notre Dame High School on Senior Night

William Seymour • January 31, 2019

Girls' soccer defeated Notre Dame High School 1-0 today on Senior Night, extending their undefeated season. The team is currently 14-0-6 overall and 7-0-1 in league play. The Wolverines clinched the Mission...

Midfielder Natalie Barnouw 21 and midfielder Whitney Elson 19 both go after the ball in the Wolverines 2-2 game against South Hills High School on Dec. 4. Credit: Ryan Albert / Chronicle

Experience and depth result in an undefeated season

William Seymour • January 30, 2019

The Wolverines have yet to lose a game so far this season and clinched the Mission League title on Friday after beating Flintridge Sacred Heart High School. They have also outscored all of their opponents...

FLYNNER FLYNNER CHICKEN DINNER: Defender Flynn Klace ’19 heads the ball in the 2-2 tie against South Hills in the first game of the Aliso Cup Tournament on Dec. 4. Both forward Katherine Hollis ’19 and midfielder Whitney Elson ’19 scored for the Wolverines. Photo Credit: Ryan Albert / Chronicle

Experience fuels team’s early success

William Seymour • December 12, 2018

The girls’ soccer team is off to a positive start after beating San Juan Hills High School 3-1 in the championship of the OC Winter Showcase on Dec. 1. As of press time, they have a record of 5-0-3. On...

Girls’ soccer edges rival

Asa Saperstein • January 12, 2018

The girls’ soccer team defeated Chaminade 2-1 at home Friday night in the team’s first matchup this season against the rival Eagles. Until forward Katherine Hollis ’19, known for her strength...

Paige Howard 17 prepares to cross the ball to her teammate during a match against FSHA. Credit: Ellis Becker/Chronicle

Squad regains strong form with victory

Ellis Becker • February 3, 2017

The girls’ soccer team beat FSHA 3-0 on Feb. 3, regaining its winning form in league play. Coming off of a 1-0 loss in a tight match against Chaminade, the players see the victory as a sign that they...

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