EVENTS
La Salle College Preparatory’s Lancer Leadership Camp Builds Confidence and Character
One of the academic camps offered this summer by La Salle College Preparatory gave rising sixth- through eighth-grade students the opportunity to explore what it…
Pasadena High School Announces 2026 Bulldog Registration Days
Pasadena High School is preparing to welcome students back to campus with its annual Bulldog Registration Days, providing students with everything they need to be…
Celebrating an Unforgettable Summer at Saint Mark’s
St. Rita School to Celebrate 30th Annual Harvest Festival
Flintridge Sacred Heart Students Lead With Faith During Summer on the Hill
FOCUS ON LEARNING
Sequoyah School Families Create Lasting Memories During Big Bear Campout
Families from Sequoyah School in Pasadena recently came together for the school’s Summer Field Studies Family Campout in Big Bear, enjoying a weekend of outdoor…
A Summer of Fun and Learning at St. Andrew Catholic School
St. Andrew Catholic School concluded a vibrant summer camp featuring educational activities, water games, and special events for students. Beyond these core activities, the school…
Arcadia Montessori Students Discover the Wonders of Science Week
PEF: Decoding the Game Theory Behind Classroom Play
Creative Engineering at Sequoyah School
THE ARTS
Pasadena Unified All Star Band Set to Perform in the 138th Rose Parade
Homegrown talent, hometown pride! The Pasadena Unified School District All Star Band is bringing the sound of Pasadena to the 138th Rose Parade. Representing schools…
Frostig School’s Summer Art Club Showcases Student Creativity
Another one of Frostig School’s summer enrichment classes is called the, “Summer Art Club,” taught by Mikey! These photos are of the third annual Summer…
Eliot Arts Magnet Students Prepare for July 23 Summer Conservatory Showcase
As the July 23 Summer Conservatory Showcase approaches, students at Eliot Arts Magnet continue preparing for the annual event, which highlights the artistic growth and…
The Learning Curve Book Launch
PUSD’s Student Think Tank, a student-led initiative that amplifies student voice and leadership across the district, has published its first print edition of The Learning…
La Salle’s Lancer Innovation Workshops Inspire Creativity Through Filmmaking
Summer at La Salle College Preparatory is filled with opportunities for students to explore, create, and discover through the school’s Lancer Innovation Workshops. Open to…
PEF: Seeing Life Through a Different Lens
When Dawnley Raíces applied for a PEF Teacher Grant, she had a clear goal to rebuild the photography program at Eliot Arts Magnet after losing…
Sequoyah School Alum Sula Bermudez-Silverman Featured in Prestigious 2026 Whitney Museum Biennial
Flintridge Sacred Heart Students Bring First Summer Film Project to Life
Altadena Arts Magnet Receives Transformative Sound System Grant
La Salle Drama Department Earns Top Honors at JRAY Awards
SCHOOL NEWS
PUSD Strengthens Community Partnerships Through First Small Business and Operations Training Event
Pasadena Unified School District recently hosted its inaugural Small Business and Maintenance and Operations Training Event at John Muir High School Early College Magnet, and by all accounts, it was a tremendous success. Over breakfast…
Octavia E. Butler Magnet Middle School Library Earns National Recognition
Natalie Daily, librarian at Octavia E. Butler Magnet Middle School, holds a certificate following the school’s recognition as a finalist for the 2026 National School Library of the Year Award. Pasadena Unified School District is…
Clairbourn School Voted Best Private School in the San Gabriel Valley
Clairbourn School extends its heartfelt gratitude to its community for its unwavering support. Thanks to the encouragement and confidence of families, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends, the school has once again been voted the…
Carnegie Observatories Brings the Universe to Pasadena Unified Students Through Summer Astronomy Program
Courtesy of Carnegie Observatories Pasadena Unified School District students are exploring the wonders of the universe this summer through hands-on astronomy lessons led by scientists from Carnegie Observatories. The program gives third-, fourth-, and fifth-grade…
Thurgood Marshall Principal Joins Community in Sierra Madre Fourth of July Parade
Lori Touloumian, principal of Thurgood Marshall Secondary School, enjoyed a front-row seat at the Sierra Madre Fourth of July Parade as the community gathered to celebrate Independence Day. The parade featured a distinguished lineup of…
SPORTS
Pasadena Unified Offers Sports Physicals for Student Athletes
The Pasadena Unified School District is offering comprehensive sports physicals to help students prepare for the upcoming school year, athletic programs, camps, and other extracurricular…
World Cup Spirit Brings Learning and Community to Life at Westridge
So much World Cup spirit during Partnership for Success (https://www.pfspasadena.org/)! From face painting and line dancing to soccer lessons from Esperanza Orozco-Carey (a Westridge alum…
Pasadena High School Bulldogs Offer July Summer Soccer Training
Pasadena High School Bulldogs have scheduled a series of summer soccer training sessions throughout July for both incoming and returning students as they prepare for…
St. Philip the Apostle School Celebrates Student-Athletes at CYO Awards Banquet
St. Philip the Apostle School proudly celebrated the accomplishments of its student-athletes at the recent Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) Awards Banquet, where several Falcons were…
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Congratulations to Pasadena Educational Foundation’s 2026 Student Youth Leader Recipients
To extend its heartfelt gratitude to the 91 high school students who participated in the 2026 Summer Enrichment Program as Youth Leaders and Interns, the…
ACADEMICS
Westridge School Speech & Debate Team Celebrates State and National Honors
Another successful year for the Westridge School’s Speech & Debate team! A special cheer for Katherine D. ’28, State Champion in Lincoln-Douglas Debate, and Cherry…
Big Questions, Bright Minds: Humanities Thrive at Waverly Middle School
Waverly Middle School Humanities comes alive through essential questions, engaging discussions, and meaningful connections to the world around us. At Waverly, students explore big ideas,…
Southwestern Academy Prepares to Welcome Students for the 2026–2027 School Year
With the 2026–2027 school year just one month away, Southwestern Academy in San Marino is preparing to welcome both new and returning students back to…
Waverly’s Flexible Learning Spaces Foster Student Confidence and Growth
At The Waverly School, learning is designed to be active, collaborative, and deeply personal. By creating an environment where students feel comfortable, trusted, and empowered,…