EVENTS
Alverno Heights Academy Eighth Graders Explore High School Opportunities at La Salle
Students get a firsthand look at high school programs and campus life while enjoying a hands-on suturing activity. For eighth graders, the transition to high…
5th Annual Big Blair 5K Returns to Support Pasadena Student Athletes
The Blair High School community is preparing to hit the pavement for the 5th Annual Big Blair 5K, a highly anticipated community tradition organized by…
Valentine Elementary’s Fall Fair Rocks the Community
Saint Mark’s School Families Share Cultures and Traditions
Thurgood Marshall Students Explore College and Career Opportunities
FOCUS ON LEARNING
Bethany Christian School Adds Three New After-School Classes
Bethany Christian School has introduced three new after-school classes for students in kindergarten through fifth grade, offering opportunities to explore new interests, develop practical skills,…
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy: 95 years of Heart and Excellence
For nearly a century, the heart of Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy has remained steadfast: rooted in faith, strengthened by sisterhood, and guided by Veritas. Over…
Pasadena High School Physics Students Explore Motion Through Graphing
Clairbourn School Encourages Students to Explore New Stories Through Monthly Reading Challenges
PEF: Rebuilding Literacy: Restoring and Revitalizing Picture Books Post-Eaton Fire
THE ARTS
The Waverly School Launches After-School Music Lessons Program
The Waverly School has launched a new after-school music lessons program, giving students the opportunity to explore their musical interests through individualized instruction. Thanks to…
Maranatha Drama Department Invited to Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Maranatha’s Fall 2024 Production of Murder on the Orient Express: (L to R) Zalan Volkan-Kacso, Anaya Quinonez, Maddy Smith, Mia Castro, Jack Scheidler, Lucy Crabb,…
Crestview Kindergarten Students Build Musical Skills
Every great ensemble starts with one steady beat! Crestview Preparatory School’s Kindergarten musicians in Mrs. Marko’s class are building their skills by feeling and…
Octavia E. Butler Magnet Music Teacher Cassandra Nevarez Honored During Big Day for Teachers
Congratulations to Band and Orchestra Director and Teacher Cassandra Nevarez of Octavia E. Butler Magnet (OEB). The Tournament of Roses and College Football Playoff Foundation…
Beyond the Bell Holy Family School Children’s Choir
https://www.pasadenanow.com/pasadenaschools/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HFS20260909.mp4 After-school opportunities are an important part of a child’s development—extending learning and growth Beyond the Bell. They give students the chance to discover new…
Aveson Fifth Graders Build Connections Through Creativity
Ms. Amelia’s 5th graders are off to a great start, getting to know each other through artistic book covers that showcase who they are and…
McKinley Presents “Disney’s Descendants” – Auditions Begin September 22
PUSD and Pasadena Playhouse Invite Students to Join the 2027 All Star Musical
PUSD All-Star Band Members Take the National Stage
South Pasadena High School Fall Play and Spring Musical Announcement
SCHOOL NEWS
Immaculate Heart’s Annual WALK Continues a Tradition of Giving Back
Immaculate Heart Middle & High School is excited to host its annual WALK on Friday, October 23, bringing students together for a beloved school tradition that has supported financial aid and campus improvements since 1973.…
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy, 95 years strong!
For 95 years, young women have climbed to the top of the Hill, drawn by an education rooted in faith, integrity, and truth. The Catholic, Dominican-founded school for girls has launched a centennial countdown campaign…
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary School Hosts Successful High School Night for Local Students and Families
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (ABVM) School hosted a highly attended “High School Night” on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, giving local middle school students and their families an invaluable opportunity to explore prospective secondary…
Sequoyah School Welcomes Aztec Dancers for Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month
Sequoyah School recently welcomed XINANTECATL, a group of Aztec dancers, for a special presentation featuring traditional music, dance, and cultural practices as part of the school’s Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month celebrations. The month provides an opportunity…
Westridge School Builds Community at Private School Village Back-to-School Picnic
Westridge School joined families from across the private school community for Private School Village’s (PSV) annual Back-to-School Picnic at the Rose Bowl. The gathering brought students, families, and community members together for an afternoon of…
SPORTS
Marshall Girls Volleyball Tops San Marino, Clinches Playoff Berth
Thurgood Marshall Secondary School’s girls’ volleyball team delivered a memorable Senior Night performance, defeating San Marino High School in five sets to earn the Eagles’…
Southwestern Academy Girls Volleyball Honors Seniors After Grit-Filled Season
Southwestern Academy honored its senior girls volleyball players during a memorable Senior Night, celebrating the team’s dedication, resilience and strong bonds built over years of…
Pasadena Christian School JV Volleyball Team Remains Undefeated
Pasadena Christian School junior varsity girls’ volleyball team is off to an impressive start, winning all four of its games to maintain an undefeated 4-0…
Raiders on the Run: St. Rita Runners Head to Regionals
The St. Rita School cross-country team delivered an impressive performance at the John Pang Invitational, earning medals and setting personal records (PRs). Congratulations to the…
COMMUNITY SERVICE
McKinley School Student Leaders Build Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills
McKinley School is empowering students to become leaders and problem-solvers through its Peer Mediation Program, in partnership with Western Justice Center. Elementary and middle school…
ACADEMICS
Aveson Schools TK Students Build Math Skills Through Play and Exploration
Aveson Schools encourages its transitional kindergarten (TK) students to explore the foundations of mathematics through Eureka Math, an approach that fosters learning through play, curiosity…
Maranatha High School: Authentic Learning in a World with Artificial Intelligence
I am writing to you today to mark the beginning of a critical dialogue regarding the integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) into our educational…
SPUSD Teacher of the Year Jennifer Velez Simon Earns Los Angeles County Top 16 Honor
Congratulations to South Pasadena Unified School District’s (SPUSD) 2026 Teacher of the Year, Jennifer Velez Simon, who was named one of the top 16 teachers…
South Pasadena Middle School Teacher Andrew Adanto Named 2026 Outstanding Educator
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, California Assemblymember Mike Fong presented the fourth annual Outstanding Educator Awards to local teachers, including one from South Pasadena Unified…