Story and photo by Noah Kuhn Associate News Editor The South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) School Board unanimously passed an emergency district grading policy in a special board meeting on Thursday, Apr. 9. The new structure impacts elementary, middle, and high school grades in addition to senior graduation requirements and the district’s late work […]
Superintendent Yantz hopes ‘to finish the school year on a positive note’
Story by Noah Kuhn Associate News Editor Photo by Helena Fu Contributor California’s decision to close schools amidst the coronavirus outbreak’s growing implications has left a trail of new challenges for the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) and Superintendent Geoff Yantz. As SPUSD faces a community-wide quarantine through the end of the school year, the district […]
Senior class faces disappointment as year-end events cancel
Story by Haelee KimAssociate Opinion Editor Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor SPHS Principal Janet Anderson released an email apologizing to the senior class on Thursday, Apr. 2, in light of the coronavirus outbreak. California’s widespread pandemic has led to the shutdown of all schools for the remainder of the school year, leaving many graduating seniors with lost […]
SPUSD closes schools until end of school year
Story by Lilian Zhu Staff Writer Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor SPUSD announced it will close school campuses for the rest of the school year on Wednesday, Apr. 1, under the discretion of the Los Angeles County Superintendent of Schools and state officials. Students will continue to learn at home as the district plans to implement […]
SPUSD outlines guide to online learning program
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor SPUSD updated students and parents on the structure of its upcoming Independent Study Distance Learning Program (ISDLP) on Monday, Mar. 30. Teachers and students will be expected to complete work from home on a weekly basis using online services such as Google Classroom, Seesaw, and […]
Students honored with Scholastic Art and Writing National Awards
Story by Lilian Zhu Staff Writer Photo by Bailey Negrete Contributor Four SPHS students and four SPUSD teachers were honored with national gold and silver medals from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Senior Yvonne Ma won a gold medal for her digital artwork, “Library in a Train,” while senior Bailey Negrete took home a silver medal […]
Senior class Yosemite trip called off in consequence of coronavirus threat
Story by Adam Kwoh News Editor Photo by Alicia Alderete Contributor SPHS’ annual end of the year senior class trip to Yosemite National Park has been canceled in response to the coronavirus threat. The trip’s non-profit, NatureBridge, announced the cancellation of all its programs until June 5, 2020. The organization provides outdoor education programs to students through […]
SPHS Alumni Association to offer scholarships despite school closure
Story by Lilian Zhu Staff Writer Photo by Tiger Staff The SPHS Alumni Association (SPHSAA) is continuing to offer its annual scholarships for high school seniors who hope to pursue any higher education — including community college, four-year colleges or universities, and vocational schools. In light of SPUSD closing all schools until May 5, the association […]
SPUSD to extend closure until May 5
Story by Lilian ZhuStaff Writer Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor SPUSD announced it will extend its school closure until Tuesday, May 5, on Friday, Mar. 20. The district is acting in response to the Los Angeles County Office of Education’s recommendation concerning the coronavirus pandemic and expects a Monday, May 4, return date for employees […]
Virtual Business prevails in Bay Area Trade Fair despite coronavirus cancellations
Story by Kimberly Hsueh Staff Writer Photo courtesy of Gabriel Tom Contributor SPHS’ Virtual Business teams received high marks in its final competition of the year, the Bay Area Trade Fair, on Sunday, Mar. 15. Although the conference was canceled due to the coronavirus epidemic, South Pas’ companies — GLO and ARCH — submitted their competition materials […]
SPUSD prepares for Independent Study Distance Learning Program
Story by Lilian Zhu Staff Writer Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor SPUSD contacted teachers and faculty members on Monday, Mar. 16, to prepare for a possible Independent Study Distance Learning Program. Online teaching is reportedly set to begin on Apr. 6 for SPUSD students if the program was to be implemented. Teachers will meet for […]
Coronavirus updates: South Pas grows to 188 cases
Story by Tiger Staff Follow this page for updates on the coronavirus within South Pasadena and nearby communities. This page will be updated with the most relevant information as events unfold. Jul. 14: 132nd Tournament of Roses Parade announces cancellation of events due to coronavirus concerns Jul. 13: Coronavirus case increase prompts statewide reclosing of businesses […]
SPUSD to begin free meal pick-up service
Story by Tiger Staff Photo by Tucker Judkins Contributor The SPUSD Food & Nutrition Services (FNS) program will begin serving free breakfast and lunch for pick-up at 1327 Diamond Avenue to any child under the age of 18 beginning on Monday, Mar. 16. The program aims to help families and children in need during SPUSD’s extended spring […]
Spring break receives added extension, lasting until April 3
Story by Tiger Staff Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor SPUSD announced an added extension to SPUSD school’s spring break on Friday, Mar. 13, now giving students a three-week break that will last until Apr. 3. This comes after the school board approved an emergency resolution for a two-week spring break on Mar. 12 in […]
School board approves emergency resolution closing schools on March 16 and extending spring break
Story by Haelee KimAssociate Opinion Editor Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor SPUSD administrators met on Thursday, Mar. 12 to discuss the ongoing coronavirus outbreak and its potential impact on the district. The district and school board agreed to extend spring break from Monday, Mar. 16, until Mar. 27, implementing an emergency resolution. Superintendent Geoff Yantz sent an […]
CIF and South Pas athletics department cancels events due to coronavirus concerns
Story by Matthew TsaiSports Editor Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor The California Interscholastic Foundation (CIF) canceled all 12 CIF State basketball championship games due to coronavirus concerns in a press release Thursday, Mar. 12. CIF officials will not name co-champions and will leave the 2020 title positions empty. With the rest of winter tournaments already […]