Story by Ellie Campbell Staff Writer Photo by Sarah Lee Staff Photographer A South Pasadena parent expressed concern over student health at a SPUSD school board meeting Tuesday, Sept. 10, stepping up to talk about the threat vaping faces to youth in schools. SPHS parent Gisella Benitez spoke on the issue of vaping the dangers it […]
Students qualify as National Merit semifinalists
Story by Lilian Zhu and Noah KuhnStaff Writers Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor Ten students from South Pasadena High School were announced as semifinalists for the 2020 National Merit Scholarships on Wednesday, Sept. 11, a year after taking the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). The students joined 16,000 other seniors across the […]
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 […]
After SPHS: class of 2019
Spread by Elaine Yang and Kate RogersDesign Co-Editors As part of every May print issue, Tiger surveys the graduating seniors to create the annual “After SPHS” spread. Next to each senior’s name is the institute of higher education they plan on attending, as well as their intended major, occupation, or other plans.
Chinchikurin memorializes Japanese history and cuisine
Story by Andrés OyagaStaff Writer Photos by Alicia AlderetePhoto Editor Hiroshima, Japan is often synonymous with destruction and suffering at the hands of the first atomic bomb ever dropped. The result was a city left in shambles and a world that would never be the same. As the people of Hiroshima began to rebuild the city, chefs […]
‘Avengers: Endgame’ perfectly balances character arcs with action
Story by Matthew TsaiStaff Writer Illustration by Maddie YooStaff Illustrator 4.5/5 stars Avengers: Endgame shouldn’t even exist. Superhero blockbusters were few and far between and wildly inconsistent in quality just 11 years ago. Marvel was on the brink of bankruptcy and their most popular heroes had been sold away. In desperation, they turned to a snarky billionaire […]
SPHS students shine in Legally Blonde
Senior Lindsey Calva thrives on performing. After four years in South Pasadena’s drama department, she has participated in numerous productions, covering roles in The Addams Family, Peter Pan, and Hairspray. However, even as a veteran actor, the demanding and high-energy role as Elle Woods in SPHS’ spring musical, Legally Blonde, has pushed Calva out of […]
Tiger talks with new South Pasadena Police Chief Joe Ortiz
Following South Pasadena Police Chief Art Miller’s resignation, Joe Ortiz, formerly the police chief of Sierra Madre, was selected by the City of South Pasadena to take over the position. As the incoming leader of the South Pasadena Police Department, Ortiz will face numerous challenges within South Pasadena to support community projects and South Pasadena’s […]
The aftermath of an ACL tear: inside the mind of a recovering athlete
Photo by Henry BarberaContributor My left knee did not bid farewell to me with last words, but with a haunting pop. I collapsed and writhed under the scorching August heat during a club game, hoping for the best but expecting the worst. An MRI confirmed an athlete’s worst nightmare in just my junior year: a […]
The MCU adds another gem to its gauntlet with ‘Captain Marvel’
Story by Matthew TsaiStaff Writer Illustration by David SohnStaff Illustrator 4/5 stars The Captain Marvel character not only has the power of flight, superhuman strength, and energy manipulation, but also the power to spark controversy across the globe. The cliffhanger of Infinity War, a cinematic gargantuan, left enormous pressure on Captain Marvel to be a pivotal […]
Please stop saying “traps are gay”
Illustration by David Sohn If you’ve spent any time in the degenerate cesspools of 4Chan and Reddit, you’ve likely heard the phrase “traps are gay” thrown around casually. Those who use it typically have a poor understanding of its far-reaching implications, or even what it means. While the phrase may seem like a harmless joke, […]
Tiger’s Pizza Picks
In celebration of Pi Day, March 14,Tiger breaks down the best spots to grab a slice of pizza in the South Pas area. This page appeared in Tiger‘s March 2019 issue.
Speech and Debate sends students to state
Photo courtesy of Alexandra Chan The South Pasadena Speech and Debate team will be sending juniors Kenneth Schultz and Matthew Hamilton to compete in the annual California High School Speech Association (CHSSA) State Championship after their exceptional performances at the Southern California Debate League (SCDL) State Qualifications Mar. 2 and 9. The team hopes to […]
SP residents propose to raise minimum wage
Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Graphic by Talulla ChowDesign Associate South Pasadena residents announced a proposal to raise the minimum wage at a city council meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 6. South Pasadena’s rate has remained stagnant over the recent years while surrounding cities and unincorporated Los Angeles County have continually bumped up their minimum wage. John Srebalus, on behalf of […]
The Crack Shack fails to hook customers on innovative cuisine
Story and Photos by Cat FloresStaff Writer Fusion restaurants have taken on the challenge of putting original spins on beloved classics — often combining two foods for an unexpected match. At The Crack Shack, chicken dishes are transformed into the lighthearted and sunny spirit of innovative cuisine. The Crack Shack delivers a homey, yet modern feeling to […]