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Director of Advancement Eli Goldsmith records an episode of
“The Supporting Cast” podcast launches third season
From left to right: Peer Support Leaders and Trainees Lily Saada '22, Eliza Koblentz '23, Alec Rosenthal '22, Sophia Haynes '22, Henry Wendorf '23, Will Sherwood '23 and Harry Tarses '23 relax in their pajamas before going to sleep. The Peer Support retreat is one of the few overnight trips the school has authorized since the pandemic.
Peer Support retreat kicks off 2021-22 program
Upper school students crowd around the booth outside Chalmers to complete their registration and receive Dunkin' Donuts, with their Social Security numbers in hand.
Seniors organize voting registration booth
As she plays her cello, Helena Wu '23 reflects on Chaplain Anne Gardner's sermon about 9/11. Wu was a student performer for the observance.
Virtual 9/11 observance inspires community reflection
Students view films made by their classmates in Ahmanson Theater, which was one of the activities available during Community Time.
Student and faculty artistic talents showcased in Community Time
At the Weddington Golf & Tennis Property, members play golf while taking in the Studio City views. With its status as a Historic-Cultural monument, more aspects of the original park will be preserved in the River Park.
Weddington property designated a Historic-Cultural Monument
Outside AMC Century City 15, Los Angeles residents congregate before their movie viewings.
Los Angeles movie theaters reopen
Governor Gavin Newsom appears at a campaign rally with President Joe Biden in Long Beach, California.
Newsom survives recall election
Students line up to get tested for COVID-19 before school at Palisades Charter High School.
LAUSD mandates vaccines
BUILDING OUR FUTURE: Construction workers continue their development of The Residences at Sportsmen’s Lodge, which is undergoing a renovation from a hotel to affordable housing as part of Project Roomkey. The building will ultimately hold 500 new apartments for residents.
Sportsmen’s Lodge Hotel renovates hotel to housing
Credit: Sophia Evans/Chronicle
It’s a first for everyone: Making up for lost time
Credit: Sophia Evans/Chronicle
It’s a first for everyone: Embracing uncertainty
Illustration Credit: Sydney Fener
The Mittle-man on Campus: The Best Sequel Ever
Embracing Each Other Once Again
Embracing Each Other Once Again
Credit: Sydney Fener/Chronicle
Vote “YES” on democracy, “NO” on the recall
Illustration by Sydney Fener
Community reflects on 20th anniversary of 9/11
Assessing Afghanistan
Assessing Afghanistan
Illustration by Sophia Musante
Leading Ladies: women take initiative on campus
Unfiltered
Unfiltered
Code Red: 2021 Climate Report
Singer-songwriter Kiki Cooper '23 performs at the Hynes Convention Center pop rock jam session in Boston.
Summer Spotlight: Kiki Cooper ’23
Summer Stars: Goldie Grube
Summer Stars: Goldie Grube
Illustrations by Alexa Druyanoff
White Lotus review
Illustrations by Alexa Druyanoff & Sophia Evans
Netflix Revamped
“Respect” review
Before its match, the girls golf team prepares to face off against Notre Dame High School on the Encino Glen Golf Course
Girls golf team remains optimistic after narrow loss to Notre Dame High School
Girls volleyball dominates Bishop Alemany
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
Holding the CIF SoCal State Championship trophy, the Thompson sisters pose for a photo after handling Pacifica High School 6-1
Thompson sisters receive Cal-Hi Sports player of the year awards
Boys water polo defeats Cathedral High School
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Ari Davidson '19 and debate coach Jasmine Stidham pose for a picture at the University of Kentucky. Credit: Jessa Glassman/Chronicle

Six debaters reach elimination rounds at annual Tournament of Champions

Casey Kim • May 2, 2019

Six members of the debate team reached elimination rounds at the Tournament of Champions in Lexington, Kentucky, from April 27-29. Samantha McLoughlin ’21, Jaya Nayar ’20, Alexandra Mork ’20,...

Debaters accept the first place prize at the Meadows Invitational in Las Vegas, where Chronicle Assistant Opinion Editor Jessa Glassman ’20 and Jaya Nayar ’20 closed out. Photo printed with permission of Jessa Glassman.

Debaters complete season with record number of bids, prepare for the TOC

Emma Shapiro • March 21, 2019

Members of the varsity debate team received a record number of 58 bids for the Tournament of Champions which is a national debate competition hosted in Lexington, KY over April 27-29. Jaya Nayar ’20...

Debaters start season with a series of wins and bids to TOC

Ethan Lachman and Celine Park • October 5, 2018

With seven bids, the debate team solidified its spot as the top team in the country thus far. The team started the month off at the Loyola Invitational for Lincoln Douglas Debate on Sept. 7-9, in which...

Chronicle staff writer Alexandra Mork ’20 gives a rebuttal speech during a practice debate round. Mork received two bids, one at the Meadows Tournament in Las Vegas and one at the Damus Tournament which is held at the Upper School. Photo credit: Sophie Haber

Debate team gets most bids

Sophie Haber • November 20, 2017

The debate team is leading the nation with 19 bids to the Tournament of Champions. Jaya Nayar '20, Spencer Paul '19, Lauren Morganbesser '19, Jake Davidson '19, Chronicle assistant opinion editor Vishan...

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