EVENTS

Summer Spark: Creativity and Learning Thrive at PUSD LEARNs

Pasadena Unified School District students are lighting up their summer with an exciting blend of dance, art, literacy, STEM, and more – all under one…

Spirit in Stillness: Moments of Joy at Clairbourn

Though the campus may be quiet, Clairbourn’s school spirit remains vibrant. One can almost hear the laughter and feel the warmth of friendships in motion.…

Summer Fun Continues at Pasadena Waldorf School

SPEF Marches with Purpose at South Pasadena’s Festival of Balloons Parade

St. Rita School Walks with Pride This 4th of July



FOCUS ON LEARNING

Then & Now: Technology at Chandler

From computer labs to a one-to-one laptop program in Middle School, technology at Chandler has come a long way. Chandler students once carried heavy typewriters…

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Brings Spirit to “The Best Small-Town Parade in America”

 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary School brought incredible spirit to the Sierra Madre 4th of July Parade! This hometown tradition – often hailed…

Don Benito Announces New Family Play Dates in the Park

Whale Watching and Summer Fun with PasadenaLEARNs!

Celebrating the Frostig School Class of 2025


 

 


THE ARTS

Creative Sparks Fly at Room 13 – Eliot Arts Summer Conservatory

Light Bringer Project is proud to continue its Room 13 Pasadena Schools experience through the Eliot Arts Magnet Summer Conservatory. Room 13 is a global…

From Pasadena to the Pastures of Wexford: Westridge’s Art Immersion in Ireland

Westridge in Ireland! To kick off their summer, a group of 13 Upper School students flew to Cow House Studios in the farmland of county…

Chandler School Celebrates 75 Years with Special Photo Exhibition

As Chandler School marks its 75th anniversary, the community is proud to present Through the Lens: Celebrating 75 Years of Chandler School—a special exhibition showcasing…

VADA Mural Nears Completion at Pasadena High!

Pasadena High School’s Visual Arts and Design Academy – VADA students have been doing amazing hard work over the last few weeks as progress has…

Sequoyah Student’s Artwork Takes Flight at New LAX Transit Hub

Sequoyah School student Charlie, Class of 2032, recently contributed her artwork to a major public art installation titled “The Distance of the Sun” by renowned…

Celebrating Creative Voices: Junior High Art Night at Sequoyah School

Sequoyah School’s K-8 Infinity Room was recently transformed into a vibrant gallery space for Junior High Art Night, showcasing the talents of 7th and 8th…

Celebrating Water Through Art: Ramona Convent AP Students Create Tribute to a Shared Resource

Band Camp #1 Ends on a High Note at John Muir High

Chandler School Students Honored in “Sí Se Puede” Youth Essay Contest

A Mural Worth Celebrating: Honoring Octavia E. Butler Magnet’s National Recognition



SCHOOL NEWS

Game On! 21 Years of Girls’ Summer Sports Fun at Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy

Under the bright sun, the Hill is alive with fun! Going on its 21st year, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy Sports Camp for girls is thriving, with nonstop giggles, laughs, and new friendships being made. From…

Students at Pasadena’s Mayfield Junior School Again Earn Academic National Championships, Secure Top Finishes

Yichen Tan earns top honors at IAC. The International Academic Competitions (IAC) held its 2025 Middle & Elementary School National Championships over five days in Orlando, Florida, and once again, Mayfield Junior School students excelled.…

La Salle’s Speech & Debate Team Earns National Recognition

La Salle College Preparatory’s Speech & Debate Team wrapped up an incredible 2024–2025 season with standout performances at the National Speech & Debate Championships in Des Moines, Iowa. Violet Tran ’26 advanced to the final…

St. Rita School: Celebrating the Class of 2025

St. Rita School proudly congratulates its 8th grade graduates on reaching this meaningful milestone. With admiration and joy, we honor each of these young women for their hard work, growth, and perseverance. As they move…

Waverly School Bids a Fond Farewell to the Class of 2025

 On Friday, the Waverly School proudly celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2025. True to tradition, the High School commencement was a heartfelt tribute to the students and their journey, marked by moving…


SPORTS

South Pasadena High School Athletes Excel at California State Track and Field Championships

South Pasadena High School’s Abby Errington finished 6th in the 3200m final, ranking among the top runners in the entire state of California! Meanwhile, Omar…

Pasadena Christian Soccer Team Finishes Strong with 3rd Place This Season

Congratulations to Pasadena Christian School’s Soccer Team for finishing the season in 3rd place in the Foothill League! The team showed outstanding determination, teamwork, and…

From Tiger to Hawk, Ramona Convent’s Anna P. Signs with Viterbo University

Last month, Ramona Convent Secondary School (Alhambra, CA) senior Anna P. officially signed a National Letter of Intent to study and compete at Viterbo University,…

After 37 Years, Coach Caragher Passes the Torch at Poly

After nearly four decades of unwavering dedication, mentorship, and achievement, Coach Rick Caragher is officially hanging up his stopwatch. With 37 years leading Polytechnic School’s…

 

 

 

 


 

 


ACADEMICS

App Academy Celebrates 10th Graduation

The App Academy class of 2025 celebrated its tenth class of graduating seniors with a lively Medallion Ceremony. This four-year computer science pathway is a…

Future Leaders Take the Stage at Ramona Convent’s Emerging Leaders Seminar

Ramona Convent Secondary School recently held its annual Emerging Leaders Seminar. Ms. Val Green, Dean of Student Life, and 8 current student council leaders, hosted…

“Aveson Schools Change Lives” and Everyone Feels It

Students speak of joyful learning experiences, from exploring outdoors with friends to following their curiosity through hands-on, meaningful projects. Families credit the dedicated and compassionate…

Learning at Maranatha High School

Maranatha High School promotes a rigorous academic curriculum for students who are committed to the challenges of a college preparatory program. With over 100 courses…


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