Story by Ella ApisakkulStaff Writer Photos by Philip KwakStaff Photographer Goats may sound like an unlikely animal to enter the South Pasadena area, yet they have been recently introduced as some of our newest community assistance, aiding the South Pasadena Fire Department with consuming nearby vegetation to decrease fire risk. South Pasadena Fire Chief Gregory Lloyd answers […]
2026 Powerpuff assembly showcases performances, class competitions
The Powerpuff assembly built up school spirit for the Powerpuff game later that evening.
SPHS hosts second-ever Spring Novice Speech tournament
The Speech and Debate program receives five ribbons for Impromptu and SPAR in Spring Novice Speech, a tournament with around 400 total competitors.
SPAMA Musical Fundraiser for SPEF
The annual community fundraiser, hosted by SPAMA, is once again donating 100 percent of proceeds to SPEF with their $10 Lesson Week in February.
SPHS gains 2 trophies in Varsity Spring Speech 2026
An insight into what goes into preparation for a Speech and Debate tournament as well as what occurred in the 2026 Varsity Spring Speech competition.
SPHS clubs celebrate another great year at homecoming picnic
Story by Uma Chakraborty & Harriet Godson
Staff Writers
Photo by Emiko Essmiller
Online Managing Editor
SPHS students gathered on Diamond Avenue to buy food and drinks from the different clubs hoping to raise money.
City Council approves official plan for new local housing program
Story by Leighton Kwok
Staff Writer
Photo by Mac Shropshire
Staff Photographer
Progress is made towards starting a new affordable housing program in the city.
Photo Gallery: Fourth of July 2025
Photos by Emiko Essmiller & Mac Shropshire Online Managing Editor, Staff Photographer
SPHS seniors place in annual William G. Ericson Photography Competition
SPHS students won several scholarships, and their photos will be displayed at the SPARC Gallery.
SPHS Speech and Debate competes in Debate State Qualifiers
SPHS’s participation in the Debate State Qualifiers tournament concluded with nine finalists and three state qualifiers.
Spaghetti Dinner Night showcases school talent and provides food
The annual Spaghetti Dinner Night, hosted by the SPHS music program, served guests a variety of food and drinks and offered live music and Winter Guard performances.
ASB hosts second blood drive of the school year
ASB organized a blood drive with the Huntington Hospital, allowing SPHS students to donate blood on Thursday, Feb. 20.
SPUSD school board holds study session for superintendent search
Education Support Services (ESS) aided SPUSD in their search for a new superintendent on Tuesday, Feb. 18.
The Pasadena Convention Center’s role in the early days of the fire
At the beginning of January, many residents took shelter in the Pasadena Convention Center due to the L.A. fires.
Tiger’s 2025 Powerpuff Recap
Stories by Gavin Bartolome, Christianne Duley, & Owen HouStaff Writers Photos by Emiko Essmiller, Zoe Chen, Sunny (Sunhye) Choi, Madeline Madrigal, & Mac ShropshirePhotography Editor, & Staff Photographers Powerpuff Assembly leads up to 2025 Powerpuff Game ASB hosted the annual Powerpuff Assembly on Friday, Feb. 21, encouraging students to attend the flag football Powerpuff Game the same […]
Burned Pasadena temple receives support from dinner fundraiser
SPHS Jewish Mitzvah Club and catering company Sweet 16 and Savory hosted a dinner fundraiser for the Pasadena Jewish Temple, which burned in the Eaton fire.