EVENTS

Celebrating the Aveson Schools Class of 2026

Click on image to enlarge Aveson Schools is proud to announce the graduating Class of 2026! These remarkable students showed up, put in the work,…

Celebrating the Pasadena Christian School Class of 2026

Pasadena Christian School had an eventful and emotional week as the school celebrated the 8th Grade Class of 2026. The PCS community is incredibly proud…

ASCEND: The Maranatha High School Summer Experience

Celebrating the Feast of St. Rita

Thurgood Marshall Secondary School Honors NHS Seniors at Stole Ceremony


 


FOCUS ON LEARNING

LatinX Celebration Day Brings Music, Learning, and Tradition to Life at Waverly

A Vibrant Celebration of Latinx Heritage, Art, and Community at Waverly School! The Waverly School’s LatinX Celebration Day was filled with learning, music, movement, and…

Bethany Christian School Field Day 2026: A Day of Fun, Teamwork, and School Spirit

Field Day 2026 was a memorable event at Bethany Christian School in Sierra Madre, California. Students enjoyed an exciting day filled with bounce house relays,…

Sierra Madre Middle School Students Recognized for Contributions to Public Health Education Initiative

Sequoyah Junior High Students Explore Constitutional Law and Supreme Court Cases

Carver Elementary School Students Honor American Heroes in Memorial Day Tribute



THE ARTS

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

Highlights from the recent Fine Arts Banquet at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary celebrated the incredible talent, creativity, and dedication of students in the…

PUSD and Pasadena Playhouse Announce “Les Misérables” as 2027 All Star Musical

“Do you hear the people sing?” The answer was “yes!” as Pasadena Unified School District and the Pasadena Playhouse announced that the 2027 Pasadena All…

Southwestern Academy Ninth Grader Earns Second Place in Prestigious Congressional Art Competition

Southwestern Academy proudly congratulates Grace, a talented ninth grade artist, for earning 2nd Place in the annual Congressional Art Competition hosted by Judy Chu, the…

Blair High School Choir Joins 1,200 Student Voices at Walt Disney Concert Hall

Blair High School’s Advanced Choir from Pasadena joined more than 1,200 student vocalists from schools across Southern California for an unforgettable performance at Walt Disney…

Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown Spring Open Mic Takes the Stage During Fusion Legends Week

The spotlight is on at Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown as students prepare to share their talents during the Spring Open Mic on Tuesday, May 12…

Huntington Middle School Choirs Strike Gold at Judges’ Invitational

3rd Grade Literature Tea Brings Classic Stories to Life at Holy Family Catholic School

Waverly Middle School Celebrates Student Creativity with Year-End Arts Showcase

Sequoyah School Artists and Alumni Spotlighted at Inspiring Armory Artist Talk



SCHOOL NEWS

Celebrating Achievement and Heritage: Armenian Graduation Celebration

Photo courtesy PUSD. Click on image to enlarge Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) seniors were honored at the Armenian Graduation Celebration, an evening recognizing student achievement, cultural pride, and the strength of community. The event…

PUSD Celebrates Class of 2026

Pasadena Unified School District proudly congratulates the Class of 2026 for their perseverance, achievements, and dedication throughout their educational journey. Graduates are recognized for overcoming challenges, participating in clubs and athletics, excelling academically, and reaching…

Southwestern Academy Celebrates the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony

Southwestern Academy recently celebrated the graduating Class of 2026 with a memorable series of events honoring the achievements and bright futures of its seniors. Friends and family traveled from around the world to join the…

Latin Grad Celebration Honors Pasadena Unified’s Class of 2026

Click on image to enlarge Pasadena Unified School District proudly congratulated the students who participated in this year’s Latin Grad Celebration, a community event recognizing the achievements, perseverance, and cultural pride of the Class of…

Celebrating Excellence and Achievement at the Annual Rites of Passage Ceremony

Click on image to enlarge Graduating African American seniors from all six Pasadena Unified School District high schools were honored at the annual Rites of Passage Ceremony hosted by Pasadena Alliance of African American School…

 


SPORTS

SPHS Distance Runner Michael Scarince Sprints to Second Place Finish at State Championship

Huge Tiger cheers for South Pasadena High School (SPHS) junior Michael Scarince on his outstanding second-place finish at the 2026 CIF State Track & Field…

Muir Mustangs Charge Into CIF Division 6 Semifinals

The varsity boys baseball team from John Muir High School continued its impressive postseason run with a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Calvary Chapel High School…

HFS Golf Team Caps Outstanding 2025–2026 Season with CYO Success

The Holy Family School Golf Team enjoyed an outstanding 2025–2026 season, with more than 20 active players led by a talented group of 7th and…

Pasadena High School Welcomes Nolan Lewis as New Girls Basketball Head Coach

Pasadena High School has announced the hiring of Coach Nolan Lewis as the new head coach of the Bulldogs girls basketball program. Coach Lewis brings…

 

 

 


COMMUNITY SERVICE

 


ACADEMICS

La Salle College Preparatory Celebrates Senior Presentation and Student Achievements

The student body at La Salle College Preparatory came together for Senior Presentation, a cherished annual tradition celebrating the accomplishments of the Class of 2026…

South Pasadena High School Engineering Students Showcase Innovative Designs

On Friday, May 22, 2026, South Pasadena High School students in the Project Lead the Way Honors Engineering Design and Development class shared the projects…

Julia Johnson to Become Principal of Monterey Hills Elementary School

South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) has hired Julia Johnson to serve as the principal of Monterey Hills Elementary School. Johnson comes to Monterey Hills…

KNIT 35 Workshop Inspires Future Student Broadcasters at St. Francis High School

St. Francis High School student television program KNIT 35 recently hosted its annual KNIT Workshop, welcoming both new and returning members preparing for the upcoming…


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