Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Illustration by Allison Lee Associate Design Editor SPHS should pick a summer reading book that highlights the experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. As the summer reading book has traditionally been used to showcase diverse authors and stories, it is time to represent all students with literature highlighting identities other […]
ASB announces 2022-2023 class officer election results
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer ASB announced the class officers for the 2022-2023 school year via Instagram on Friday, April 15. ASB held elections for next year’s class officers during a series of assemblies where each grade level was separated into respective assemblies as the candidates introduced themselves. The senior assembly contained information for graduation. […]
ASB recognizes student achievement at annual SPEX assembly
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photos by Sarah Lee Senior Staff Photographer ASB honored students for their academic, athletic, community, and artistic achievements at the annual Spotlight on Excellence (SPEX) assembly on Friday, April 8. The location for this year’s prom was announced, and the auditorium was officially named after former principal Janet Anderson. The assembly […]
ASB announces 2022-2023 Commissioners
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Samantha Shiroishi Staff Photographer ASB announced its 2022-2023 commissioners on Sunday, March 20 following the annual Commission assembly on Friday, March 18. The 16 commissioner candidates campaigned using social media and posters around campus over the past week. The assembly was the first to be held indoors in over […]
ASB promotes annual Powerpuff game at spirit assembly
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photos by Erin Lee and Sarah Lee Staff Photographer and Senior Staff Photographer ASB got students excited for the upcoming game at the annual Powerpuff spirit assembly on Friday, Feb. 25. ASB held the event on the football field with students separated by grade level, to accommodate current coronavirus health and safety […]
City Council to consolidate and dissolve multiple city commissions at special meeting
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Erin Lee Staff Photographer The City Council is preparing to cut multiple city commissions after analyzing data and community outreach presented by the City Manager’s Office at a special meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 23. If approved, the City Council will consolidate the Public Works and the Mobility and Transportation […]
Girls basketball ends CIF run after loss to Brentwood in quarterfinals
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball lost to the Brentwood Eagles 68-51 in the CIF Division 2A quarterfinals game on Saturday, Feb 19. This game concludes an amazing season for the Tigers, with first place in the Rio Hondo League and an overall score of 26-3. After […]
Girls basketball advances to CIF quarterfinals after thrilling Paramount win
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball will continue on to the CIF Division 2A quarterfinals after narrowly defeating the Paramount Pirates 70-66 in a playoff game on Wednesday, Feb. 16. The Tigers started off strong in the first quarter, intercepting the ball after Paramount won the tipoff. […]
Girls basketball advances to second round of CIF after Arcadia win
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball demolished the Arcadia Apaches 71-47 in the first game of the CIF Division 2A playoffs on Saturday, Feb. 12. The Apaches jumped to an early lead, sinking multiple 3-pointers through avoiding the Tigers’ defense with long-range shots. However, the Tigers quickly […]
Girls basketball defeats La Cañada on senior night
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball cruised to another league win, defeating the La Cañada Spartans 69-47 on Monday, Jan 31. The spectacular win raised the Tigers’ overall record to 22-1 and an 8-0 league record, keeping them in first place in the league. From the tipoff, […]
Girls basketball continues undefeated streak with win against Monrovia
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Photographer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball demolished the Monrovia Wildcats 84-20 in a league match on Wednesday Jan 26. After the unbelievable win, the Tigers stand at an overall record of 19-1, and an undefeated 5-0 league record. The Tigers jumped to an early lead in the […]
Girls basketball defeats San Marino in rival win
Story by Lexie Doig Senior Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball obliterated the San Marino Titans 69-32 on Wednesday, Jan 19. The Tigers now stand at an overall ranking of 16-1, in only the second game of the season. Many intense, back-and-forth runs across the court and minor skirmishes over the […]
Girls basketball demolishes Temple City
Story by Lexie Doig Senior Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball defeated the Temple City Rams 63-43 at their first league game on Wednesday, Jan 12. The Tigers currently stand at an overall league ranking of 13-1, marking an impressive start for the team. Though Temple City made a valiant effort, […]
ASB rings in holiday spirit with annual Winter Assembly
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photos by Erin Lee Staff Photographer SPHS marked the last day of school before finals with the annual Winter Assembly on Friday, Dec. 17. The live streamed event included video skits revealing the location of Winter Formal, as well as a reminder to students to prepare for finals. Due to coronavirus […]
ASB recognizes student achievement on TAG day
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Sophie Yeung Photo Editor ASB recognized students for their academic achievements for the annual Tigers Achieving Greatness (TAG) Day on Monday, Sept. 27. TAG day congratulates students who have maintained either a 4.0 or a 3.49-3.99 GPA in their previous spring semester, as well as students who displayed a […]
SPHS kicks off new school year with annual SAC assembly
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photos by Erin Lee, Sarah Lee, and Sophie Yeung Staff Photographers and Photo Editor SPHS kicked off the school year with its annual SAC Assembly on Friday, Aug. 27. During the live streamed event, ASB commissioners and class officers performed skits, dances, and promoted the Student Activity (SAC) cards. Due to […]