Fusion Academy Pasadena recently hosted a student-led critical thinking workshop that encouraged participants to reflect on their use of technology and social media, highlighting the importance of making intentional and informed digital choices. The session created a space for open dialogue, where students examined how their online habits influence their perspectives, relationships, and daily lives. By engaging in meaningful discussion, attendees were challenged to think…
From Harbors to Rainforests: Westridge Seniors Discover Australia’s Wild Beauty
From harbor crossings to rainforest trails, Westridge School seniors explored the diversity of Australia’s environment and culture during Discovery Week! Students started in Sydney, crossing Sydney Harbour by ferry to Manly Beach, visiting the Opera…
Sixth Graders Explore Pasadena on Annual Walking Tour Led by Poly Students
Poly students led the way during the annual sixth-grade Pasadena Walking Tour! In preparation for the field trip, classes researched local landmarks and served as tour guides for advisory groups. The students took to the…
Washington Elementary School Magnet Students Take Flight with Project Lead The Way
Thanks to generous support from Boston Scientific, all SDC classes are now experiencing Project Lead the Way—using science to solve real-world environmental challenges. Now EVERY student at Washington Elementary School Magnet (Pasadena, CA) is part…
Norma Coombs Second Graders Explore Marine Life at Cabrillo Aquarium Field Trip
Click on image to enlarge Second grade students from Norma Coombs Elementary School recently enjoyed an exciting and educational field trip to the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium on April 3, 2026. The outing provided a hands-on…
Aveson Schools’ TK/K learners dove into their Mystery Science unit on pushes and pulls by designing and building their own bowling lanes, complete with bumpers. The challenge? Use what they’ve learned about force and motion…
First grade students from Bethany Christian School took part in a meaningful service field trip to PetSmart, where they enjoyed an interactive scavenger hunt. They then headed to Sierra Madre Memorial Park to learn…
Pasadena Unified School District congratulates Sierra Madre Middle School (SMMS) students who participated in the Los Angeles County Science and Engineering Fair. Their curiosity and creativity were on full display, with several students earning top…
Arcadia Montessori School extends its heartfelt thanks to all the families and friends who generously supported this year’s Math-a-thon fundraiser. Their contributions made it possible to acquire a variety of new Montessori math materials…
Aveson Schools’s 11th and 12th-grade Rite of Passage journey to Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands is officially underway! Students are currently in the Amazon rainforest, about five hours from Quito, where they’ve begun their epic adventure. After a full day of travel, including a stop at a hot springs resort and lunch along the way, the group arrived at Casa del Suizo, a beautiful lodge reached by boat. They’ll be based here for the next two days as students explore and learn within one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. They also visited an Amazon animal sanctuary, went…
