Photos by Luke Quezada Dozens of students flocked to the main gym for informational pamphlets, helpful tips, and giveaways in Tiger Medicine’s first annual health fair on Friday, March 23. The event was comprised of over 20 local organizations, all invited by SPHS’ Tiger Medicine Club. Physique factor, Incycle and the South Pasadena, San Marino YMCA […]
Three passengers hijack Lyft driver’s car at gunpoint in South Pasadena
While stopped in South Pasadena early this morning, three passengers hijacked a Lyft driver’s vehicle, threatening the victim at gunpoint. According to a South Pasadena Police Department press release, the carjacking occurred at 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 25. The statement says that the driver picked up three males in Los Angeles before stopping at […]
Virtual Business victorious in Bay Area Trade Show
Photo courtesy of Damian Ugalde The South Pasadena High School Virtual Business teams brought home abundant awards from Oakland in their third competition of the year, the Bay Area Trade Show, from March 16-18. Varsity team Bloc along with junior varsity teams Podz and Journey competed against an estimated total of 25 teams at the […]
South Pasadena authorities revisit active shooter protocols following student protests
Photo by Helena Fu Staff Photographer South Pasadena officials are taking steps in preparedness for the possibility of a school shooting, following nationwide concern over the safety of students. In light of the recent Parkland, Florida high school shooting and a student walkout at South Pasadena High School, South Pasadena’s Police and Fire Departments (SPPD […]
South Pas students walkout in solidarity with Parkland students
Photos by Alicia Alderete and Helena Fu Staff Photographers Students toting signs and chanting anti-gun sentiments gathered in front of the SPHS campus on Wednesday, March 14 at 10 a.m. to demonstrate their solidarity with Parkland, FL students and to pressure legislators to prioritize gun control. The walkout lasted 17 minutes to memorialize the 14 students and 3 […]
South Pasadena closes in on Arroyo Seco trail project
Photo by Helena Fu Staff Photographer South Pasadena is making plans for the finalization of the Arroyo Seco Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail. The project––almost complete––has encountered unexpected hurdles in its last stage of construction, and a concrete plan for completion must be submitted as soon as possible. This new trail, which runs along South Pasadena’s […]
Measure S approved, renewing parcel tax for SPUSD program funds
Photo by Thomas Forman Photo Editor South Pasadena residents voted to continue Measure S, a parcel tax that provides benefits for programs across South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) Tuesday, February 27. The measure funds programs in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), art, music, and drama, among other programs. Residents and businesses throughout South Pasadena […]
SPHS secures second place at “Math Day at the Beach”
Photo courtesy of Mr. Andrew McGough SPHS’ “Math Day at the Beach” team placed second at California State University Long Beach (CSULB) on Saturday, February 24. The competition invited schools from Southern California to bring a team of six for a day of problem-solving and “camaraderie with university mathematics students and professors.” The event was […]
Peer Mediators break down stereotypes in final TEDx salon
Photos by Helena Fu Staff Photographer The SPHS Peer Mediators hosted the third and final TEDx Salon of the year, “Embracing and Breaking Stereotypes,” on Saturday, February 24. Students, teachers, parents, and other members of the South Pasadena community gathered in the SPHS library to participate in the final installment of the three-part salons based on […]
SPHS students discuss action for a school walkout following Parkland shooting
Photo by Isaac Marziali Politically-engaged SPHS students gathered in the SAC room at lunch on Friday, February 23, to express thoughts regarding the recent school shootings––including the recent Parkland ––and discuss plans for the National School Walkout. The meeting came in the wake of a nationwide movement to reduce gun violence, which will take action […]
Congressional democratic candidate Katie Hill visits South Pasadena
Photo by Thomas Forman Indivisible South Pasadena and Feminists in Action hosted an event focusing on Democratic candidate Katie Hill, who is planning to run against incumbent Steve Knight to represent CA-25 –– encompassing Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. CA-25 has been represented by Republican representatives since 1992, a pattern which Hill seeks to disrupt as […]
South Pasadena introduces renewable power supply alternatives for residents
Photo by Isaac Marziali Staff Videographer The City of South Pasadena will be offering an alternative power supplier for its residents this year. The Clean Power Alliance (CPA) is a community-based power company that will be replacing Southern California Edison as the city’s default power supplier. The city will switch commercial and industrial customers to […]
Local Lunar New Year event connects students from Beijing and South Pasadena
Photos by Brandon Yung and courtesy of Sulynn Chee Students from South Pasadena and Beijing exchanged culture and conversation at South Pasadena Middle School, where a performance and social event celebrated Chinese New Year. The Beijing high schoolers put on a Chinese New Years performance for in the middle school auditorium, and afterward, were treated to […]
National Merit breakfast recognizes PSAT scholars
Photos by Richard Gomez Staff Photographer More than a year after taking the PSAT, 22 South Pasadena High School seniors were recognized for their achievements at the annual National Merit breakfast hosted by the Associated Student Body. Students and their families gathered in the high school’s cafeteria for breakfast and a short program early Wednesday […]
SkillsUSA continues steep upward trend heading into state
Images courtesy of Damian Ugalde and Elaine Wang SkillsUSA kicked off its first competition of the 2018 season with its annual Regional Leadership and Skills Conferences on January 27 and February 3. Over 60 SPHS students participated in regionals, with 40 entries in a variety of single and team competitions. This year, the South Pas chapter […]
South Pasadena city council declares opposition to senate bill encouraging higher density housing
Photo by Brandon Yung Online Managing Editor The South Pasadena City Council approved a letter stating their opposition to State Senator Scott Wiener’s controversial Senate Bill 827, which is designed to encourage development of “transit-rich housing” in the face of California’s current housing crisis. If passed, the bill has the potential to reshape land development […]