Story by Amber Chen, Noah Kuhn, & Cloe MaurerStaff Writers Photos courtesy of Patch, Tiger Archives, The LA Times, & The Pasadena Beautiful Foundation South Pasadena has witnessed a decade of immense movement, unrest, and change. Despite being a small town, South Pas has experienced death, celebration, and activism. As the 2010s come to a […]
Story by Kimberly HsuehStaff Writer Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Basketball shoes squeaked, echoing throughout the gym. As the clock ticked towards zero, a nervous wave washed over the gym and head coach Ernest Baskerville. Then, the ball swished through the hoop. The crowd erupted in cheers and the Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies […]
Story by Caroline KimbelPrint Managing Editor Illustration by David SohnStaff Illustrator High school alcohol education, similar to sex-ed, preaches that abstinence is the best way to prevent danger. Classes often utilize scare tactics and demonize alcohol in an attempt to convince teenagers that they should never drink. The reality is, however, that most teenagers will be exposed […]
Story by Sofia Alva & Zoe SchlaakStaff Writers Photos by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor In the fast gentrifying L.A. suburb, Highland Park, one shop off of York Boulevard chooses to remain firmly rooted in the past. Attracted by its reputation for diverse soda flavors, we went to explore the 122-year-old, family owned, Galco’s Soda Pop Stop, […]
Story by Noah KuhnAssociate News Editor Photo by Sean JinStaff Photographer Girls soccer split two games at the Hart Soccer Showcase on Thursday, Dec. 26. South Pas defeated Filmore, 1-0, but fell to Hart, 4-0. The Tigers were scheduled to play Friday, but forfeited due to a lack of players. Senior star Andrea Castellanos, who […]
Story by Noah KuhnStaff Writer Illustration by David SohnStaff Illustrator 2/5 stars The sequel to the inspiring and heart-warming Frozen released in theaters on Nov. 22, after six long-awaited years. Disney’s Frozen Ⅱ features Anna and Elsa’s quest to restore peace between the four nature spirits within the fabled Enchanted Forest. However, an overly complex […]
Story by Noah Kuhn Associate News Editor Photo courtesy of the Office of Assemblymember Chris Holden Contributor Several SPHS students were selected to be part of the Young Legislators Program organized by California Assemblymember Chris Holden. Seniors Hanwul Choi, Raquel Moreno Ramirez, and Simon Pierce will meet with Holden and about 15 other seniors from neighboring […]
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 […]
Story by Haelee KimStaff Writer lepsoc2014.com Photos by Katelyn HernandezStaff Photographer It is hard to imagine traveling for more than a couple of miles just to pick up a box of a dozen donuts, no matter how good they are. However, The Donut Man deserves this hype, reining customers into its nondescript yet quaint storefront […]
One would think that schools would prioritize access to mental health services in a climate of seemingly everyday school shootings and ever increasing adolescent suicide rates. However, it is quite the opposite. According to Mental Health America, only about one in five kids in need of mental health services receive them. SPHS’ alarming lack of […]
Story by Peter WangCopy Editor Photos by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Eataly L.A. shares its home — the Westfield Century City shopping center — with renowned establishments such as Tiffany & Co, Din Tai Fung, a Tesla showroom, and the Consulate General of Portugal. The eclectic combination of restaurant and market spans 67,000 square feet across […]
Story by Haelee KimAssociate Opinion Editor enterpriseculturalheritage.org Photo courtesy of Shari CorrelContributor The SPHS Drama Department’s Fall play “Metamorphoses” placed among the top three high school productions in LA County by the California Educational Theatre Association (CETA) at the annual Fall Play Festival on Dec. 10, 2019. The CETA adjudicates Fall productions throughout Southern California and recognized […]
Story by Ellie Campbell & Zoe SchlaakAssociate Sports Editor & Staff Writer Photos by Ella Jayasekera & Sarah LeeAssociate Photo Editor & Staff Photographer Freshmen give an extra boost to varsity teams every year, typically providing youthful energy. The current South Pasadena Middle School eighth grade class boasts a bevy of athletic talents ready to […]
Story by Noah KuhnAssociate News Editor Photo by Sean JinStaff Photographer Girls soccer tied Mayfield, 1-1, at home on Tuesday, Dec. 17. The team sits at a 3-2-2 preseason record. The Cubs dominated the first half, and South Pas struggled to create any chances early on. In the final 40 minutes, both teams were evenly […]
Story by Haelee KimAssociate Opinion Editor ertms-conference2014.com Photo courtesy of Calculus for a CauseContributor A South Pasadena resident has raised the possibility of legal action against the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) in relation to SPHS’ Calculus for a Cause. Resident John Srebalus asserted in a letter to SPUSD that the packets distributed at Calculus […]
Story by Audrey ErnstStaff Writer Photo by Sean JinStaff Photographer Senior Corey Segal has been playing soccer since fourth grade. She earned a varsity starting spot as a freshman and has been a vital attacker for SPHS’ historic 2018 CIF run. She was passionate about the sport and excelled at it; this was the path […]
