By Isabel Barbera Assoc. Opinion Editor Death, deceit, and drama take center stage in SPHS’s fall production of Agatha Christie’s classic courtroom mystery, Witness for the Prosecution. Featuring a high tension plot, riveting ending, and courtroom scenes with intensity rivaling that of Law and Order, the play is new territory for SPHS drama department students. […]
Travel Blog : San Francisco
By Sammy Park Staff Writer Photos by Sammy Park With the taste of Southwest’s honey roasted peanuts still in my mouth, landing in San Francisco and breathing in the crisp, clean air signaled that my four day getaway was needed. Although the purpose of the trip was to visit my brother for UC Berkeley’s family weekend, […]
Personality Profile: Tim Hitchcock
By Declan Chin Staff Writer Photo by Hana Tyszka Tim Hitchcock is a classic coming of age protagonist: he’s exceptional at video games (especially FIFA), he’s lived in a quaint suburb his whole life, and he has even been compared to Michael Cera on multiple occasions. But perhaps his strongest tie to all teenage main […]
Personality Profile: Sophia Williamson
By Somi Jun Print Managing Editor Photo by Matthew Scholtz Hidden in the depths of YouTube is a music video co-produced by senior Sophia Williamson. The shaky video features Williamson and senior Lily Round, prancing in Crocs and spitting offbeat raps about “Grade A Eggs” and high school angst. These precious pieces of Williamson’s activity […]
Matt Damon Shines in The Martian
By Declan Chin Staff Writer 4/5 Stars Ridley Scott has produced some of the greatest science fiction films in his career, but recent flops such as Prometheus and Exodus have left fans unsatisfied. However, his newest project, The Martian, delivers on all levels and reestablishes Scott as the king of Sci-Fi. The film opens with […]
After School: Lawyers
By Fiona Bock & Sandra Moore Tiger Staff Illustration by Sandra Moore Law and Order offers a look at the dramatic speeches and exaggerated arguments side of law. But being a lawyer requires more than thorough commentary and a flattering pantsuit, it demands countless hours analyzing legal documents and evidence. Lawyering also entails meeting with clients […]
Band Showcases Young Talent
By Cole Cahill Assoc. Feature Editor Photo by Brian Kojima At last Saturday’s Tournament of Gold Competition against six other high schools held at Vista Murrieta High School, Band and Color Guard placed third with a score of 68.25, missing second place by just .01 points. Band looks forward to the upcoming events with a […]
Take One: Positive LGBT Roles
By Ross Lelieur Senior Staff Writer Photo by Sandra Moore Film has always had a rocky relationship with its representation of LGBT individuals. Often times, the industry chooses to neglect them, and in others reduces them to comical stereotypes. But if the films announced so far for 2015 are any indication, this awards season should […]
TAAGLAA: Grand Avenue’s Newest Treasure
By Isabel Barbera Staff Writer Photo by Thomas Forman I have been anticipating the opening of LA’s newest contemporary art museum, The Broad, ever since I saw its ambiguous foundation being laid nearly one year ago. So when my mom announced she had secured nine tickets (which are free to the public) it is needless […]
The Youth of Hillsides
By Olivia Chiu Copy Editor Less than a month ago on September 23, South Pasadena police officer Chris Perez convinced a young girl not to end her life. The 12-year old had fled from a group home in Los Angeles due to severe emotional conditions. When I read the headline, I was initially thrilled that […]
New Orleans in LA
By Brandon Yung Staff Writer Photo by Brandon Yung Take a stroll down North Broadway in Chinatown and faint sounds of Blues become noticeable. Turning onto Ord Street, the source of the music is revealed, a seemingly ordinary deli accented with plenty of neon signs and dark green sun awning. A step inside the establishment […]
Gray Water Offers a Clear Solution
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Cole Cahill Staff Writer There is a sign that reads “Lawn and gardens maintained exclusively with grey water” in front of a house on Oxley Street here in South Pasadena. It advertises a number to call for questions and concerns regarding gray water. On the […]
“The Visit” Lacks Horror, But Presents Solid Acting
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Nick Michael & Noah Miyame Tiger Staff 3/5 Stars M. Night Shyamalan has had one of the most varied careers of any notable director today. From classics such as The Sixth Sense to disaster films like After Earth, he’s been credited with it all. His […]
A Different Kind of Sex Ed
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Olivia Nouriani Opinion Editor The first time I learned about sex in school was in the seventh grade. Most students within SPUSD share a similar experience. My Life Science teacher was well-meaning. She emphasized open dialogue and the value of knowledge. There are key concepts, […]
Personality Profile: Addison Foord
By Sammy Park Staff Writer It is hard to picture the quiet Addison Foord acting in front of crowds. But as soon as he steps onstage, the reserved freshman transforms into an animated, enthusiastic character, with dramatic facial expressions and rhythmic dance moves. Since his debut in the fifth grade musical Guys and Dolls, Foord […]
Forgotten Residents
By Sandra Moore Staff Writer This Friday marks Native American Day, a holiday exclusive to California and North Dakota.Yet this date does little to honor many tribes, including the Hahamongna Native Americans, the tribe that once inhabited the lands of Pasadena and Glendale before the San Gabriel Mission was built. The Hahamongna Native Americans (pronounced: […]