EVENTS
Kiddie Academy of Pasadena Team Completes CPR and First Aid Recertification
Safety remains a top priority at Kiddie Academy of Pasadena, where the team recently completed its CPR and First Aid recertification to help ensure staff…
A Proud Homecoming: Arcadia Montessori Alumni Return to Inspire
Arcadia Montessori School recently welcomed several accomplished alumni back to campus, celebrating the remarkable paths they have taken since beginning their educational journey at AMS.…
Maranatha Students Explore Faith and Justice Through Christian Legal Aid Partnership
Waverly World of Wonder Kicks Off a Summer of Discovery
St. Philip the Apostle School Celebrates Bump Up 2026 with Parade and School Spirit
FOCUS ON LEARNING
Pasadena Unified Expands Early Childhood Education with Three New Preschool Programs
Pasadena Unified’s Early Childhood Education programs develop the whole person by nurturing each child’s physical, social, emotional, creative, linguistic, and cognitive growth. Annually, we serve…
Soaring Beyond Frostig: Celebrating the Class of 2026 Graduation
Frostig Class of 2026 has officially graduated, marking an inspiring milestone filled with achievement, growth, and perseverance. Warm congratulations are extended to each graduate for…
Aveson Global Leadership Academy: Preparing Future Leaders Through Arts, Academics, and Experiential Learning
Eighth Graders Explore History, Culture on East Coast Journey
South Pasadena Educational Foundation Summer School
THE ARTS
La Salle Drama Department Earns Top Honors at JRAY Awards
La Salle College Preparatory’s Drama Department delivered an outstanding performance at this year’s JRAY Awards, earning widespread recognition for the talent, dedication, and hard work…
A Canvas for Creativity: New Horizon Pasadena’s Comprehensive Arts Program
Inspiring Creativity. Explore New Horizon School Pasadena art programs for all grades! Lower School Art Program (K-4) Students enjoy the creative process in a fun…
St. Gregory A. & M. Hovsepian School 4th Graders Bring Books to Life Through Creative Reading Project
St. Gregory A. & M. Hovsepian School saw Mrs. Sinapyan’s fourth-grade class wrap up the school year with a creative reading comprehension project that combined…
South Pasadena High School Student Work Exhibited in Autry Museum’s Major Exhibition
Click on image to enlarge South Pasadena High School student Alexis (Brylee) Woo and alumnus Brandon Park have been selected to have their artwork featured…
Blair Dancers Showcase Talent and Creativity in Annual Spring Concert
Video courtesy of BLAIR DANCE PROGRAM Students at Blair High School recently took center stage for a lively and inspiring Spring Dance Concert, showcasing the…
Bold Voices: FSHA Seniors Shine in Final ComedySportz Matches
ComedySportz is often seen as the epitome of an all-girls education, fostering bravery and encouraging students to take bold chances. Few experiences capture this better…
ABVM Fine Arts Banquet Celebrates Student Talent and Reveals Spring Musical Teaser
PUSD and Pasadena Playhouse Announce “Les Misérables” as 2027 All Star Musical
Southwestern Academy Ninth Grader Earns Second Place in Prestigious Congressional Art Competition
Blair High School Choir Joins 1,200 Student Voices at Walt Disney Concert Hall
SCHOOL NEWS
PUSD Celebrates Launch of Read LA
Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) celebrated the launch of the Read LA! Bookmobile at James Madison Elementary School. The new mobile literacy hub will travel across the County of Los Angeles, providing access to books,…
Families Forward Learning Center Honors Preschool Graduates
Click on image to enlarge. Teachers, staff, and parents gathered to celebrate and cheer on Families Forward Learning Center’s (FFLC) four- and five-year-old graduates during a special graduation ceremony held on June 18, 2026. A…
PUSD Program Resource Manager Antonio Banuelos Figueroa Recognized with Spirit of the Dream Award
Pasadena Unified School District congratulated Program Resource Manager Antonio Banuelos Figueroa on being honored with the Spirit of the Dream Award at the National “I Have A Dream” Foundation Gala in New York City. A…
Waverly School Honors the Class of 2030’s Middle School Milestone
Waverly School proudly celebrated the Class of 2030 as students marked the completion of their Middle School journey during a heartfelt ceremony on the Quad. The event featured inspiring remarks from student speakers, personalized tributes…
St. Rita School Honors the Class of 2026
Click on image to enlarge St. Rita School proudly recognized its 8th-grade graduates as they marked an important milestone in their academic journey last week. Throughout their years at the school, the Class of 2026…
SPORTS
St. Rita School Summer Athletic Training Program Builds Strength, Skills, and Confidence
The Summer Athletic Training Program at St. Rita School is off to an energetic start, with student-athletes already making strides under the guidance of…
Pasadena Christian School Girls Basketball Sports Camp Nears Successful Finish
Pasadena Christian School is almost at the end of its Girls Basketball Sports Camp week. Coaches, families, and fellow students are proud of the girls…
Holy Family Student-Athletes Earn Prestigious All-CYO Honors
From top, clockwise: G. Mapoma, M. Marquez, PJ Koehler, and J. Culver. Courtesy of Holy Family School. Holy Family School proudly recognizes and congratulates the…
Blair Students Earn National Recognition in Sports Medicine Competition
PUSD proudly congratulates Blair High School Health Careers Academy students Matilda Pearce, Kate Grimm, and Angelina Henry for their outstanding achievement at the 2026 National…
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Community Support Helps SPEF Reach Historic $1 Million Milestone for South Pasadena Schools
The South Pasadena Educational Foundation is preparing to achieve a milestone that reflects decades of community investment in local public education. For the first time…
ACADEMICS
Thurgood Marshall Graduate Leo Walters Honored with Prestigious Ellen Garrison Clark Scholarship
Thurgood Marshall Secondary School proudly celebrates Class of 2026 graduate Leo Walters, recipient of the esteemed Ellen Garrison Clark Scholarship presented by the Altadena Historical…
A Graduate of Remarkable Achievement: April “Mitch” Gonzalez Chavez
April “Mitch” Gonzalez Chavez, a graduate of the John Muir High School Early College Magnet program, has built an academic and extracurricular record that reflects…
Southwestern Academy Still Accepting Applications for the 2026–27 School Year
Guess what? Southwestern Academy is STILL accepting applications for the upcoming school year! Students who thrive in academics, athletics, clubs, leadership opportunities, or quieter moments…
SMUSD Announces 2026-27 Teacher and Classified Employee of the Year
As the San Marino Unified School District looks ahead to the 2026-2027 school year, the district proudly recognizes two exceptional individuals whose dedication and service…