Thurgood Marshall Secondary School hosted its Evening of Excellence on Thursday night, welcoming students from grades 6 through 12 along with their families for a meaningful celebration of academic achievement. The event recognized students who…
Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) celebrated all the talented spellers who competed in the 2026 District Spelling Bee held at Webster Elementary School. Students in grades 4 through 8 from across the district showcased their exceptional spelling skills in this highly competitive academic event. Mithran Kaushik, a fifth-grader from Sierra Madre Elementary School, earned first place by correctly spelling the word “uvula.” Mithran will represent…
Evening of Excellence Honors Thurgood Marshall Students
Thurgood Marshall Secondary School hosted its Evening of Excellence on Thursday night, welcoming students from grades 6 through 12 along with their families for a meaningful celebration of academic achievement. The event recognized students who…
Clairbourn School: Building Heart by Choosing Gratitude
Gratitude is a simple idea with powerful impact. It means being thankful, but more importantly, it means taking time to notice the good around us. Gratitude invites us to pause and recognize the people who…
Don Benito Elementary Celebrates Student Excellence Through Words and Art
Celebrating excellence, creativity, and student voice, three Don Benito Elementary School (Pasadena, CA) Bobcats were honored in the Pasadena MLK Coalition Essay & Art Contest. Their thoughtful submissions showcased powerful ideas expressed through both written…
Westridge Tenth Graders Build Confidence Through Self-Defense in Human Development Program
Westridge School’s 10th grade class stepped out of their comfort zones as they learned the fundamentals of self-defense! The training—involving six workshops with Impact Personal Safety’s self-defense coaches—is part of the Westridge Human Development (HD)…

PasadenaLEARNs will host the 2026 Science Olympiad on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at John Muir High School (1905 Lincoln Ave, Pasadena). The exciting, day-long competition will bring together hundreds…

Waverly preschool students have been exploring the wonders of nighttime—asking big questions like: What happens when it’s nighttime? Which animals are awake? What do the planets look like after dark? As part of their learning,…

Crestview Preparatory School students enjoyed another magical day in the school library alongside Mrs. Bravin. The visit featured a delightful read-aloud, meaningful moments sharing books with friends, and time spent discovering the perfect artist books…

Sunshine, chalk, and curiosity came together to create a little science magic at Washington Elementary STEM Magnet. First graders stepped outdoors to explore how light creates shadows and how the sun moves across the sky,…
Tiny explorers embarked on a big adventure as New Horizon School Pasadena preschoolers set off on a colorful mushroom hunt alongside Ms. Anais, with wide eyes, contagious giggles, and boundless curiosity. The children delighted in discovering nature up close, carefully observing the garden’s hidden treasures and sharing their excitement with one another. After their explorations, they refueled with a tasty snack and enjoyed fresh, organic winter citrus harvested straight from the school’s Peace Garden. From curious hands to happy hearts, the day gently slowed as the preschoolers paused to admire the beauty surrounding them. It was a meaningful reminder that…
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