EVENTS

Pasadena High School Hosts Inspiring Career Day for Students

Screenshots from an ABC7 Los Angeles video covering Pasadena High School Career Day. Used for news/reporting purposes. Original video: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1399471281938026 Earlier this week, Pasadena High…

Ancient Rome Comes to Life at Poly’s North Campus

All roads lead to Rome, and earlier this month, Poly’s North Campus Library Patio hosted the ancient city. The sixth grade constructed the major buildings…

Desert Discovery: Southwestern Academy’s Outdoor Education Adventure

A Knight to Remember

Summer on the Hill: A Season of Discovery at Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy



FOCUS ON LEARNING

From Shore to Story: Thurgood Marshall Students Dive into Earth Day Learning

Last month, in advance of Earth Day, Thurgood Marshall Secondary School students from Ms. Caruso’s 6th grade class participated in the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium’s “Explore…

Washington Elementary STEM Magnet Brings Learning to Life Through Student-Built Cities

At Washington Elementary STEM Magnet, 2nd graders are building their own sustainable cities from the ground up. In their first trimester, students designed sustainable cities,…

Little Learners, Big Discoveries at Clairbourn School

PEN Hosts “Your High School Roadmap to College” Webinar

St. Rita Fourth Graders Dive into Hands-On Owl Science


 

 


THE ARTS

Bethany Christian School Presents an Inspiring “Life School Musical” Performance

Bethany Christian School delighted families and guests with a fantastic performance of Life School Musical, presented by its talented Kindergarten through 5th grade students. Through…

Poetry in Motion at Crestview Preparatory School

Crestview Preparatory School’s current first grade writing unit is poetry in motion! The students are exploring the five senses, nature, and a little comedy as…

La Salle’s Spring Band & Strings Concert at the Grinstead Theater

The Grinstead Theater came alive this past weekend as La Salle College Preparatory hosted its Spring Band & Strings Concert, showcasing the remarkable talents of…

Blair Theater Program Brings Classroom Learning to Life Through Disney Workshop Experience

Blair High School drama students recently stepped outside the traditional classroom and into an immersive professional learning environment thanks to an educational field trip supported…

A Lasting Tribute: Maranatha Gala Unveils Mural Celebrating School’s Journey

One of the most memorable highlights of this year’s Maranatha High School Gala was the unveiling of a remarkable, hand-painted mural by former art teacher…

Marshall’s Triumphant Musical Journey to New York

Thurgood Marshall Secondary School’s Visual and Performing Arts students traveled to New York City for the WorldStrides Music Heritage Festival, where they showcased their talents…

South Pasadena Middle School Students Learn About an Artist’s Approach to Creativity

Making Waves: Finding Nemo Jr. Shines at Crestview Preparatory School

The Waverly School Welcomes Inaugural Artist-in-Residence Lino Martinez

A Magical Success: “Alice by Heart” Takes Center Stage at Thurgood Marshall Secondary School



SCHOOL NEWS

Maranatha Celebrates Creativity at 2026 Juried Art Show

Maranatha High School invites the community to explore the original works of its talented Visual Arts students and celebrate the creativity, skill, and artistic growth they have demonstrated throughout the year. The 2026 Juried Art…

Ramona Convent Secondary School: Celebrating 136 Years of Legacy, Leadership, and Purpose

Ramona Convent Secondary School proudly celebrates 136 years of legacy, leadership, and purpose. In a special message, Sister Kathleen, President of Ramona Convent, reflects on the rich history, heart, and mission that have shaped generations…

Pasadena High School Student Gets Accepted to West Point After 40 Years

A historic milestone has been reached at Pasadena High School. Jonathan Yoon ’26 has earned admission to the prestigious United States Military Academy at West Point for Fall 2026 – becoming the school’s first Armed…

Stratford Altadena Celebrates 8th Grade Graduates and Prestigious High School Acceptances

  Stratford School Altadena is celebrating its second class of 8th-grade graduates as they officially announce their high school choices! The future is bright for these young Stratford Lions as they take this next step…

SPUSD Recognizes Dr. Michele Kipke with the 2026 Golden Apple Award

South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) is proud to announce Dr. Michele Kipke as the recipient of the Association of California School Administrators’ Golden Apple Award for Volunteerism. On March 19, 2026, Superintendent Angela Elizondo…

 


SPORTS

Honoring John Muir High School Aquatics Seniors

John Muir High School’s Aquatics Teams celebrated their swim team seniors on Thursday afternoon with a special recognition of their dedication and achievements. The Mustang…

Immaculate Heart Captures Third Consecutive State Fencing Title in Women’s Foil, Finishes Overall State Runner-Up

Immaculate Heart’s High School’s fencing team delivered an exceptional performance at the recent Fencing state championships, held at Chaminade High School, capturing the Women’s Foil…

Pasadena Bulldogs Flip the Script in Gritty Win Over Lancers

Courtesy of Audrey_Lens and PHS via Instagram Pasadena turned the tables in dramatic fashion on Wednesday, edging La Salle 6-4 in a tightly contested matchup.…

Southwestern Sun Stay Hot, Clinch Playoff Berth with Dominant Sweep

On Monday, April 13, the Southwestern Academy Sun continued their impressive run, delivering a commanding 3–0 sweep over Calvary Baptist (25–15, 25–16, 25–22) to extend…

 

 

 

 


 

 


ACADEMICS

Pasadena Waldorf Students Bring Organic Chemistry to Life in the Lab

There is a unique kind of magic that happens when students have access to specialized equipment and a dedicated learning space. Pasadena Waldorf School Grade…

Fourth Graders Discover Nature’s Interconnected World at the Arboretum

Learning stepped beyond the classroom walls for fourth-grade students at Alverno Heights Academy, who recently explored biodiversity firsthand during a field study at the Los…

SPHS SkillsUSA Students Earn Top Honors and Gold Chapter Recognition at State Conference

South Pasadena High School (SPHS) SkillsUSA students recently competed in the 59th annual State Leadership and Skills Conference in Ontario, Calif, from April 9-12 2026.…

Battle of the Books Showcases Student Excellence in Reading

Click on image to enlarge After diving into an extensive list of 14 titles, students from Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) brought their literary knowledge…


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