The Tigers struggled against a relentless heatwave and a new opponent, losing to the Utah team, Maple Mountain, in the end. Story by Gavin BartolomeStaff Writer Photo by Mac ShropshirePhotography Editor On Friday, Aug. 28, the Tigers met their first out-of-state opponent, the Maple Mountain Golden Eagles who came from Utah. After taking the lead […]
ASB welcomes the new school year with yearly SAC assembly
Story by Ella ApisakkulStaff Writer Photos by Theo Thompson, Adrian Lopez, Philip Kwak, Maximo Benitez & Mac ShropshireStaff Photographers, Videographer, & Photography Editor On Friday, Aug. 21, SPHS ASB held its annual SAC assembly to kick off the 2026-27 school year, highlighting school facilities and programs, as well as encouraging students to purchase SAC cards. This first […]
Girls Volleyball loses to Polytechnic High School
The Polytechnic High School Panthers beat the Tigers after an intense game. Story by Maxine MessineoStaff Writer Photos by Sam AllenStaff Photographer Girls’ volleyball played the Polytechnic High School Panthers on Wednesday, Aug. 19 in an exciting and captivating game. The Panthers eventually beat the Tigers with a final score of 3–1. The starting lineup […]
2026 Powerpuff assembly showcases performances, class competitions
The Powerpuff assembly built up school spirit for the Powerpuff game later that evening.
SPHS hosts second-ever Spring Novice Speech tournament
The Speech and Debate program receives five ribbons for Impromptu and SPAR in Spring Novice Speech, a tournament with around 400 total competitors.
SPAMA Musical Fundraiser for SPEF
The annual community fundraiser, hosted by SPAMA, is once again donating 100 percent of proceeds to SPEF with their $10 Lesson Week in February.
SPHS gains 2 trophies in Varsity Spring Speech 2026
An insight into what goes into preparation for a Speech and Debate tournament as well as what occurred in the 2026 Varsity Spring Speech competition.
SPHS clubs celebrate another great year at homecoming picnic
Story by Uma Chakraborty & Harriet Godson
Staff Writers
Photo by Emiko Essmiller
Online Managing Editor
SPHS students gathered on Diamond Avenue to buy food and drinks from the different clubs hoping to raise money.
City Council approves official plan for new local housing program
Story by Leighton Kwok
Staff Writer
Photo by Mac Shropshire
Staff Photographer
Progress is made towards starting a new affordable housing program in the city.
Sports summary: September 15-19
Photo Gallery: Fourth of July 2025
Photos by Emiko Essmiller & Mac Shropshire Online Managing Editor, Staff Photographer
SPHS seniors place in annual William G. Ericson Photography Competition
SPHS students won several scholarships, and their photos will be displayed at the SPARC Gallery.
SPHS heads to state after regional Science Olympiad competition
The SPHS Science Olympiad team participated in the Rio Hondo College Science Olympiad Regional Competition on Saturday, Mar. 1, earning third and fourth place overall and securing a place in the state competition.
Spaghetti Dinner Night showcases school talent and provides food
The annual Spaghetti Dinner Night, hosted by the SPHS music program, served guests a variety of food and drinks and offered live music and Winter Guard performances.
SPUSD school board holds study session for superintendent search
Education Support Services (ESS) aided SPUSD in their search for a new superintendent on Tuesday, Feb. 18.
The Pasadena Convention Center’s role in the early days of the fire
At the beginning of January, many residents took shelter in the Pasadena Convention Center due to the L.A. fires.