EVENTS
Sierra Madre Elementary to Host TK & Kindergarten Playdate Before School Begins
Families of children entering Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten are invited to a special playdate on Saturday, August 15, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at…
New Horizon School Pasadena Opens Preschool and Pre-K Registration
Big adventures begin with little steps at New Horizon School Pasadena, where Preschool and Pre-K registration is now open. The school welcomes young learners ages…
St. Rita School Celebrates Father Mike Ohanete’s 30th Anniversary of Ordination
Maranatha High School Faculty Wrap Up New School Year Preparations at Norton Simon Museum
Aveson Schools Welcome Families to Explore Campuses Through Personalized Visits
FOCUS ON LEARNING
Southwestern Academy Prepares to Welcome Students for Its 103rd School Year
With the start of a new school year just around the corner, Southwestern Academy is getting ready to welcome students back to campus for its…
Thurgood Marshall Students Complete HMRI High School STEM Program
Thurgood Marshall Secondary School is recognizing rising juniors Allesandra Santiago, David Artanian, and Sebastien La Compte for their participation in the Huntington Medical Research Institutes…
Waverly School Wraps Up World of Wonder Summer Program
Kiddie Academy of Pasadena Encourages Children to Build Inner Strength
Pasadena Christian School Students Enjoy Summer Adventure at Knott’s Berry Farm
THE ARTS
La Salle’s Rising Stars Find Confidence and Creativity on Stage
The stage became a place of creativity, confidence, and self-expression as rising sixth through ninth graders took part in La Salle College Preparatory School’s Rising…
Chandler School Showcases K-8 Visual Arts Program, Middle School Art Electives
Chandler School’s Lower School and Middle School visual arts programs foster confidence, creativity, and artistic expression while helping students develop strong technical skills and an…
PEF: The Learning Curve (TLC) Book Launch Event
On July 17, 2026, nine PUSD students and alumni participated in a book launch at Octavia’s Bookshelf to celebrate the print copy of The Learning…
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
La Salle’s Lancer Innovation Workshops Inspire Creativity Through Filmmaking
PEF: Seeing Life Through a Different Lens
Sequoyah School Alum Sula Bermudez-Silverman Featured in Prestigious 2026 Whitney Museum Biennial
SCHOOL NEWS
Pasadena High School’s Dr. Eric Barba Named PUSD Principal of the Year
The Pasadena Unified School District welcomed employees back for the 2026-2027 school year on Wednesday, August 12, at its annual All-Staff Welcome Back event, held at Pasadena High School. Five awards were presented during the…
History Comes Alive: HPA Students Take On Washington, D.C. and Colonial Williamsburg
Shortly after we began our summer break in June, a lucky group of High Point Academy students traded their classrooms for cobblestone streets, marble monuments, and the hallowed grounds of our nation’s history. Over the…
Frostig School Reintroduces Its Mission of Empowering Students With Learning Differences
Frostig School is welcoming new members of its community by reintroducing its mission and the unique educational experience it provides. The school is dedicated to empowering students with learning differences to thrive academically, socially, and…
La Cañada Unified School District Names Debra Cradduck as New Superintendent
[Photo courtesy La Canada Unified School District.] La Cañada Unified School District (LCUSD) has appointed Debra Cradduck, Ed.D., as its next superintendent, marking a historic milestone as the first district graduate to rise to the…
John Muir High School Early College Magnet Students Celebrate PCC Summer Bridge Program
Students enrolled in John Muir High School Early College Magnet recently celebrated their participation in the Pasadena City College (PCC) Early College Summer Bridge Program, an initiative designed to prepare students for the academic expectations…
SPORTS
Meet Pasadena High School Cross Country and Track & Field Coach Armand C. Crespo
Pasadena High School highlights Cross Country and Track & Field Coach Armand C. Crespo, a veteran coach and educator with more than 30 years of…
PUSD Sports Programs Create Pathways to Future Careers and Student Leadership
Students from John Muir High School’s Sports Management Academy spent part of their summer exploring future careers in the sports industry after receiving full scholarships…
Thurgood Marshall Secondary School Students Enjoy Summer SOAR Bowling Adventure
Students from Thurgood Marshall Secondary School’s Summer SOAR program enjoyed a fun-filled field trip to Lucky Strike Bowling in Pasadena, where they spent the day…
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…
COMMUNITY SERVICE
PEN to Host Elementary School Options Information Session
Pasadena Education Network (PEN) will host a free information session on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pasadena Unified School…
ACADEMICS
Finding the Right School for Your Child: Start Exploring Clairbourn 2027-28
Whether your child is entering Junior Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, or a later grade, finding the right school is one of the most important decisions a family…
South Pasadena Unified School District Welcomes New Teachers
On Monday, August 10, 2026, South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) welcomed 10 new certificated staff members during a New Teacher Orientation held at the…
Pasadena High School Welcomes Educator Erick Murillo
Pasadena High School is excited to welcome Erick Murillo as its new Spanish Teacher! Mr. Murillo is an outstanding educator who brings a passion for…
La Salle Students Complete Harvard Leadership Communication Workshop
This summer, students challenged themselves to become more confident leaders and communicators through La Salle’s Harvard Leadership & Communication Workshop. In collaboration with the Center…