EVENTS

Swing into the ’70s: FSHA Johansing Golf Tournament

It’s Tee Time! Get ready to groove in your ’70s best as Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy (FSHA) celebrates the inaugural Johansing Golf Tournament, first held…

Pasadena Christian School’s Ice Cream Social at Handel’s

Join Pasadena Christian School (PCS) for a fun-filled Ice Cream Social at Handel’s in Pasadena on Wednesday, September 18th, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.!…

Clairbourn School Staff and Faculty Gears Up for a Dynamic and Exciting New School Year

Pasadena Waldorf School Welcomes Class of 2036 with Heartfelt Rose Ceremony

Poly’s Class of 2031 Embarks on First Outdoor Adventure to Big Bear



FOCUS ON LEARNING

Tiny Engineers at Work at Alverno Heights Academy

Transitional Kindergarten students at Alverno Heights Academy unleashed their inner inventors in the school’s MakerSpace. Armed with LEGO bricks, these young minds explored the world…

Pasadena City College’s Math Academy Offers Free Non-Credit Courses for Middle School Students

Pasadena City College’s Math Academy is offering a range of free non-credit math courses for middle school students aimed at boosting math proficiency and confidence.…

Waverly School Students Explore Solar Power with Hands-On Learning and S’mores!

PEN: Choosing An Elementary School

Ms. Richter’s 5th Graders Jump into Science Lab Fun on Day One at Alverno Heights


 

 


THE ARTS

Shrek Jr. Takes the Stage: Aveson’s Fall 2024 Theater Season & New K-2 Workshop

Aveson’s Theater Workshop is thrilled to announce its Fall 2024 season, featuring the delightful production of Shrek Jr.! From the depths of the swamp to…

Capturing the Moment: World Photography Day Meets the First Day of School at VADA

In a vibrant celebration of World Photography Day and the inaugural day of the Visual Arts and Design Academy (VADA) at Pasadena High School, juniors…

Eliot Arts Magnet Staff Collaborate at LA Music Center to Innovate Arts Curriculum

Eliot Arts Magnet is bustling with activity this summer as their dedicated staff collaborates at The Music Center in Los Angeles. They are diligently crafting…

Muir Mystics Dance Intensive at Lineage Performing Arts Center

Photo courtesy Lineage Dance Company Throughout the summer, Lineage Dance Company, will be hosting the incredible Mystics Dance Team from John Muir High School as…

SFHS Golden Knights Create Lakers Mural in Celtics Country

The St. Francis High School (SFHS) family is blessed with some truly remarkable artists! Here’s a wonderful example of the power and connection within the…

Chandler Middle School Dazzles in Unforgettable “Grease” Performance!

A few weeks ago, Chandler School’s talented Middle School students lit up the stage one last time with their phenomenal performance of Grease! The energy,…

Star Dancer Makayla Brooke Galindo Leads Exciting Workshop with Ramona Convent Song Leaders

Valentine Elementary’s Whole-Child Education: Integrating Visual and Performing Arts

Carver Elementary’s Patriotic Performance Celebrates American History Through Music and Dance

Meet Aquina ’24 and Genavie ’24: Architects of Ramona Convent’s Stunning Yearbook Artwork



SCHOOL NEWS

Explore Your Future at PUSD’s 2024 College Fair: Over 100 Colleges, Scholarships, and More!

Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) is excited to host the 2024 College Fair, themed “Oh, the Places You Can Go!” The event will take place on Monday, October 21, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.…

The High Point Legacy: Alumni Spotlight: Annie Diehl (‘11)

“It’s nice to be important but more important to be nice” —Anonymous Annie’s Class of 2011 yearbook entry was wise beyond her years and has continued to follow her wherever she goes. My brief bio— Shortly…

Stratford School Altadena Opens New Middle School Building

Stratford School Altadena kicked off its ninth school year in the community last week and welcomed their excited grade 6 through 8 students to a new Middle School building and outdoor learning area. The expansive…

International School of Los Angeles Fifth Graders Embark on Cultural Adventure in France

Each year, a tradition unfolds that takes fifth graders from the International School of Los Angeles (LILA) on a transformative journey to France, forging lasting memories and fostering educational growth. This 10-day excursion allows students…

Congresswoman Judy Chu Secures $850,000 for PUSD’s Career Technical Education Programs

Click on image to enlarge Earlier this month, Congresswoman Judy Chu presented a $850,000 check to support Career Technical Education (CTE) in the Pasadena community. It’s part of an ongoing partnership between PUSD, the City…


SPORTS

Blair High’s Varsity Boys Water Polo Team Crushes Reseda 28-2 in Dominant Victory

On Thursday, September 12, 2024, Blair High School’s Varsity Boys Water Polo team delivered a commanding performance, securing a decisive victory against Reseda High School…

Flintridge Prep Boys Water Polo Triumphs in Overtime Thriller Against Los Osos

The Flintridge Preparatory School Varsity Boys Water Polo team, achieved a thrilling victory in their recent match against the Los Osos High School Grizzlies of…

Marshall Eagles Wrestlers Triumph at Beat the Streets Hueneme Beach Tournament

Marshall Fundamental School proudly congratulates Matt Estevez, Diego McDonald, and Elijah Lain, who each returned victorious from the prestigious Beat the Streets Hueneme Beach Wrestling…

Spartans Dominate 41-0 in First Home Game, Extend Undefeated Streak

LCHS photo via Instagram La Cañada High School Spartans hosted Cantwell-Sacred Heart of Mary (Montebello, CA) for their first home game of the 2024-25 season.…

 



ACADEMICS

National Merit Semifinalists Named from South Pasadena High School

On September 11, 2024, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the semifinalists in the 70th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. SPHS semifinalists join approximately 16,000…

St. Gregory A. & M. Hovsepian School Kicks Off the Year with Laughter and New Friendships

It was an exciting and wonderful first day at St. Gregory A. & M. Hovsepian School, filled with laughter, smiles, and the joy of meeting…

International School of Los Angeles Hosts Renowned Author for Advanced Math Learning

The International School of Los Angeles recently had the distinct honor of hosting Monica Neagoy, the acclaimed author behind the Singapore math textbooks used across…

TK Students Explore Campus and Connect with School Community at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The Transitional Kindergarten (TK) class at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary School embarked on a delightful campus walk to explore their vibrant school environment.…


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