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La Salle High School film student gets close-up view of Murray trial
La Salle High School student Allison “Allie” Shadian had the rare opportunity to film sections of the courtroom of Judge Michael Pastor that were not allowed to be shown on television during the Dr. Conrad Murray trial for the death Michael Jackson. Her “behind the scenes” view of the trial aired on LTV (Lancer TV), [...]
PUSD Students Celebrate Thanksgiving with Service Activities
Students in the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) celebrate Thanksgiving as a lesson in both American history and civic responsibility. Through student and faculty-led activities, schools throughout the district are teaching the meaning of the holiday, and the responsibilities of being a member of a community. “I am proud of all of our students and faculty for demonstrating their civic [...]
An Afternoon at the Movies with Polytechnic School
Several hundred lucky movie-goers from the Poly community were welcomed on Sunday to screen The Descendants, starring George Clooney. Following the screening, current parent and actor Matthew Lillard discussed his role in the film with a fellow Poly parent, John Horn ’78 of The Los Angeles Times.
La Salle “Adopts” 139 Children for Annual Christmas Party
La Salle High School’s Student Life members joined with Maryvale and Hillsides Services for its 17th Annual Adopt-a-Family program. On Saturday, December 10, hundreds of students, parents, children and families enjoyed games, attacking the Grinch, face painting, Christmas Carols, bingo and a delicious lunch at the Adopt-A-Family Christmas party. Santa and his elves arrived to [...]
Polytechnic School First Graders Abuzz for a Good Cause
Rusty Buchanan, first grade teacher at Polytechnic School, let his students buzz his hair today after presenting them with a challenge that they happily surpassed during a recent community service project. The students took turns (with a little help!) with the electric trimmer, and soon Mr. Buchanan was sporting a new, shorter do. This community [...]
Help Blair High School Make Money Without Spending An Extra Dime
Every time you buy a meal at participating restaurants, Blair High School makes money through the EduNation fundraising program. When you pay for your bill, just show the cashier your Blair High School bar code from EduNation (see below) and a percentage of your purchase will be donated to Blair. Additionally, school administrators would like [...]
St. Francis Children’s Hospital Blood Drive – Thursday, January 19, 2012
Help save a life! Join the St. Francis community in support of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles by participating in the blood drive scheduled for Thursday, January 19, 2012 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the St. Francis gym. Students who are 16 and 17 years old need a signed parent permission slip. Slips are [...]
Polytechnic School: Cocoa sale benefits Cystic Fibrosis
Lower School Student Council sold hot chocolate today at lunch as a fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis. Proceeds will go toward the seventh grade class service project goal of raising $1,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited disease that affects the lungs and digestive systems in more than 30,000 children and adults
St. Philip the Apostle School: 7th and 8th Graders Save the Date
The Class of 2012 will be sponsoring the 1st Annual St. Philip Social. This fundraising event will be held on Friday, February 24, 2012, from 6:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. St. Philip 7th & 8th Grade students are invited to attend as well as 7th & 8th Grade students from: Assumption, Holy Family, St. Andrew’s,
St. Francis High School Hosts Successful Children’s Hospital Blood Drive
On Thursday, January 19th, 2012 students from St. Francis High School responded to the call to help save the lives of those in need at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles by donating blood. 65 people, including teachers and community members, eagerly volunteered and were eligible to donate resulting in the collection of 65 pints of blood.
St. Francis Dinner Knight Out Is on the 9th of February at Luciano’s Ristorante
St. Francis Mothers’ Guild is pleased to announce that their upcoming Dinner Knight Out fundraiser will be held at Luciano’s Ristorante on Thursday, February 9th from 9 am to 8 pm. A popular, local favorite, Luciano’s will be giving back a generous portion of the day’s food and drink receipts to benefit St. Francis Mothers’
Polytechnic School: Food For Thought
Alumni stopped by the first morning of Upper School finals to offer a substantial breakfast to students. Sponsored by the Alumni Association, this breakfast has become an annual tradition, rain or shine.
Saint Francis High School Honors the 2012 Distinguished Alumnus
St. Francis High School was honored to announce the selection of Dr. Thomas P. Davis ’69 as the 2012 Distinguished Alumnus during the Second Quarter Academic Awards Night on January 31, 2012. The St. Francis community was privileged to welcome this extraordinary man back home again, and present him with the annual Distinguished Alumnus Award.
Blair High School: Sack Lunch Program for the Union Station Adult Center
The 2011-12 school year of the 6th grade students at Blair will participate in the Sack Lunch Program for the Union Station Adult Center located at 412 South Raymond Avenue in Pasadena. This area of interaction focuses on developing community awareness and responsibility so that students become engaged and empowered to serve the needs of