Story by Georgia ParsonsFeature Associate Photo by Sophie YeungStaff Photographer SPHS freshman Charlotte Dekle keeps a binder of playbills—some she’s seen countless times, and others she has yet to see. For Dekle, musical theater encompasses every aspect of her life. Her diverse experiences in both the Upstage theater program and SPMS productions has allowed for […]
Charlie Kami-Duffin: Finding fun in hard work
Story by Sam GrotensteinStaff Writer Photo by Sophie YeungStaff Photographer Charlie Kami-Duffin is never not doing something. When this SPHS sophomore picked up the phone, she was half way through her precise recipe for microwaved popcorn. “The trick is,” Kami-Duffin said, “to leave it in for a minute and 11 seconds, to get the perfect […]
Sophie Garcia: creating with imagination and compassion
Story by Aanji SinContributor Photos Courtesy of Sophie GarciaContributor Sophie Garcia has a habit of selling herself short. The humble SPHS alumna has been thoroughly invested in visual arts as well as SPHS’ track and field team, though many of her accomplishments go unnoticed by her peers. From the neon green dragon painted on her […]
Jackson Monical: unapologetically genuine
Story by Zoe Schlaak Staff Writer Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor For some, being in the spotlight is daunting, but for Jackson Monical, it’s exhilarating. Right before entering middle school, the senior decided to audition for a part in the annual fifth grade play, and earned the part of Jafar in the Class of 2013’s […]
Sarah Zenas: Serving with love and selflessness
Story by Kimberly HsuehStaff Writer Photo by Katelyn HernandezStaff Photographer Senior Sarah Zenas slowly climbed onto the diving board and waited for the whistle to blow. Muscles aching and out of breath, she wanted to climb back down. Instead, she waited in position and recalled her experience with the people living on Skid Row: homeless […]
Mr. G: Unraveling the enigma under the cowboy hat
Story by Kimberly HsuehStaff Writer Photo by Sean JinStaff Photographer Many people view Mr. G — Megerdich Baghram Gregor — as just a staff member on campus, unaware of the captivating stories hidden under his cowboy hat and sunglasses. Students, intimidated by his poker face and aloofness, often walk past Gregor. Little do they know […]
Cole Fox: Confident and compassionate
Story by Amber ChenStaff Writer Photo by Preston SharkeyEditor in Chief Cole Fox has a powerful presence on campus; she draws people in with her compelling poise and calm composure, speaking in a focused, captivating, and articulate manner. The ambitious senior’s involvement reaches all aspects of the South Pasadena community and beyond, earning much award […]
Thomas Kano: Capturing authenticity in film
Story by Noah KuhnStaff Writer Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor Thomas Kano uses his passion for filmmaking to express his committed and genuine nature. Dedicated to his craft, he will often spend countless hours quietly writing and editing his films to craft cinematic wonders. Kano holds himself to a standard of responsibility to do his […]
Victoria Tskvitichvili: thriving with independence
Story by Kimberly HsuehStaff Writer Photo by Katelyn HernandezStaff Photographer Senior Victoria Tskvitichvili stood on the golf course, tightly gripping her club, observing the fairway ahead of her. In this moment, a sense of calm washed over her. To Tskvitichvili, playing golf is exhilarating, yet unhurried; immersed into the game and without worry, and she […]
Remy Luz Julian Lorenz: charisma and confidence
Story by Cloe MaurerStaff Writer Photo by Sarah LeeStaf Photographer Sophomore Remy Luz Julian Lorenz sweetened his tea with three packets of artificial sweetener after politely returning the plastic lid and straws. Prompted by a question that asked why his leather wallet looked like it had been through the wash, (which, it turns out, it […]
Isaiah Hall: An endless fountain of curiosity
Story by Peter WangCopy Editor Photos by Ella JayasekeraStaff Photographer Junior Isaiah Hall is quite the enigma to most of SPHS; his typical perception that of a ‘token weird kid.’ What most students fail to realize, however, is that his eccentricity is complemented by razor-edged brilliance and a wildly spontaneous sense of wonder. Hall, a […]
Katie Hohman: Advocating with a smile
Story by Kimberly HsuehStaff Writer Photo by Sean JinStaff Photographer A year and a half ago, Katie Hohman found herself in a crowd of 500 peers when she stepped onto Fair Oaks Avenue. On March 24, 2018, she participated in a walkout that memorialized the lives lost in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. […]
Yutae Kim: Vocalizing Passion and Artistry
Junior Yutae Kim has showcased his beatboxing talents in the SPHS talent show and regularly invests hours towards mixing beats into tracks, with hopes of inspiring other music lovers to pursue their passion. Story by Kimberly HsuehStaff Writer Video by Alexander ParraVideographer Musical talent runs through the Kim family. Junior Yutae Kim and his older […]
Sarah Uriarte: Assiduous beyond her years
Story by Alex Betts Feature Editor Photo by Alicia Alderete Photo Editor For most of high school, senior Sarah Uriarte has flown under the radar. The humble upperclassman has worked conscientiously to improve the lives of others in her diverse pursuits. Recently, she attained the acclaim she has long deserved; Uriarte was named a Weldon awardee and […]
Grace Kim: Embodying strength and kindness
Story by Dominic Marziali Associate Feature Editor Photo by Sophie Yeung Staff Photographer Senior Grace Kim has become an SPHS legend for all the best reasons. She is known for her reassuring smile, and her calming presence and lighthearted disposition is on full display each and every day. A Weldon award recipient, Kim knows to savor her […]