Story and Photo by Kimberly Hsueh Staff Writer Dartmouth College’s athletic slogan, “Welcome to the Woods,” didn’t make sense to me — until I realized during my visit that I was literally in the woods, surrounded by student dorms, classroom buildings, and a lot of green. While there is not much to do in the […]
Story by Noah Kuhn Staff Writer Parents and students rallied in support of LGBTQ+ curriculum in South Pasadena elementary schools during a school board meeting Tuesday, June 25. Residents attended the meeting to protest a small group of parents who voiced their opinions against LGBTQ+ curriculum at a school board meeting two weeks prior. Marengo parents […]
Story by Lilian Zhu Staff Writer Illustration by David Sohn Staff Illustrator 4/5 stars The original Toy Story film became an instant hit in 1995, earning $373 million, mass numbers of positive reviews from critics and audiences, and praise for its revolutionary innovations in 3-D animation. Toy Story captured the hearts of many young children and adults […]
Story by Lilian ZhuStaff Writer Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer The SPHS athletics department hired Ernest Baskerville as next year’s SPHS boys’ basketball coach Friday, June 28. This year will begin another new era for the program, with its fourth head coach in seven years. Previously at Providence and La Salle, Baskerville most recently coached […]
Story by Cloe MaurerStaff Writer Photo by Katelyn HernandezStaff Photographer South Pasadena City Manager Stephanie DeWolfe and SPUSD Superintendent Geoff Yantz presented a plan to revitalize the SPUSD District Office and Mission District Wednesday, June 19. The district office’s proposed revitalization is a collaborative effort between the city and the school district who hope to develop both […]
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 […]
Story by Amber Chen Staff Writer Photo by Sophie Yeung Staff Photographer The South Pasadena City Council unanimously passed the General Fund Budget for the 2019-2020 fiscal year and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2020 through 2024 Wednesday, June 5. The General Fund approval of $28.3 million came after months of discussion and public meetings. […]
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 […]
Photos by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor The Class of 2019 celebrated the culmination of their four years at SPHS during the graduation ceremony Wednesday, June 5. The seniors united on the field for the last time before heading into their post-high school lives. Seniors Amalia Navarro and Andrew Escajeda opened the evening with a flute rendition of […]
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.
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 […]
Photo by Oscar WalshPhotography Associate SPUSD announced on May 15 that Mathematics teacher Mr. Anthony Chan will take the athletic director position for the 2019-2020 year. Mr. Gregorio Luna will not return for a sixth year as athletic director and Chan will face many early challenges, such as coordinating games amidst the construction of the […]
Photo by Oscar Walsh and Sophie YeungStaff Photographer South Pasadena High School students and staff convened in the gym to celebrate the conclusion of the school year with the 2018-2019 Farewell Assembly on Thursday, May 30. Commissioner of Assemblies senior Flannery Clark began the assembly with a hearty welcome to the student body before the […]
The SPHS faculty and student body commemorated multiple graduating seniors for their accomplishments during their high school career on Senior Awards Night Wednesday, May 29. Dickson Family Award for the Arts: David Pérez Espinosa David N. Dickson Showcase Athlete of the Year: Kai Dettman David N. Dickson Athletic Heritage Scholarship: Uma Hornish SPHS Alumni Association […]
Junior triple jumper Tianhao (TH) Wei earned a bronze finish at the CIF State Finals on Saturday, May 25. Wei achieved his personal record with a 48’0.25” triple jump, improving upon last year’s 47’06” feat. “This was my roughest season yet, but I’m happy with how I dealt with it,” Wei said. “Ending the season […]
Photo by Oscar WalshStaff Photographer SPHS hosted local rapper Day Wil, better known by his stage name “Dayway,” for a live rap performance Friday, May 24. Dayway performed alongside guest artist “TreCinco” on the Tiger Patio, inviting students to dance in the spirit of Coachella Day. The spirit day was organized by Commissioner of Activities […]
