EVENTS

Celebrating an Unforgettable Summer at Saint Mark’s

 As Summer at Saint Mark’s School comes to a close, the school is reflecting on an incredible season filled with fun, friendship, and unforgettable…

St. Rita School to Celebrate 30th Annual Harvest Festival

St. Rita School invites the community to its 30th Annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 26, 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for a fun-filled day…

Flintridge Sacred Heart Students Lead With Faith During Summer on the Hill

Pasadena Christian School Campers Beat the Heat with Summer Mall Adventure

Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown Spring Social Brings School Community Together


 


FOCUS ON LEARNING

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

 Science Week at Arcadia Montessori School was filled with excitement, curiosity, and hands-on learning as young students explored the fascinating world of science through…

PEF: Decoding the Game Theory Behind Classroom Play

Creative Engineering at Sequoyah School

San Marino High School Welcomes Students From Taiwan for Cultural Exchange



THE ARTS

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

A member of Sequoyah School’s Class of 2007 is earning national recognition in the contemporary art world as alumna Sula Bermudez-Silverman has been selected to…

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

A Canvas for Creativity: New Horizon Pasadena’s Comprehensive Arts Program



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…

Altadena Arts Magnet Celebrates Return to Home Campus with Community Welcome Back Event

Nearly a year and a half after the Eaton Fire forced the school to temporarily relocate, Altadena Arts Magnet is preparing to return to its original home campus at 743 E. Calaveras Street in Altadena.…

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…

 

 

 


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

Maranatha Juniors Launch Healing Hoops Altadena to Support Eaton Fire Survivors

https://www.pasadenanow.com/pasadenaschools/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/MHS202607212nd.mp4 Three Maranatha juniors are putting their faith into action by creating Healing Hoops Altadena, a free basketball and wellness camp designed for children impacted…

 


ACADEMICS

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,…

Maranatha High School Launches TILE Summer Studio, Inspiring Creativity Through Technology

Maranatha High School’s TILE (Technology Integration Learning Environment) Summer Studio officially began this week, with additional sessions still scheduled in the weeks ahead. The hands-on…

Progressive Education Shapes the Waverly School Experience

From Elementary School through High School, every Waverly student is known, valued, and supported as an individual. Their ideas, identities, and perspectives are at the…


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