Story by Ella ApisakkulStaff Writer Photo by Theo ThompsonStaff Videographer Tahoe Pumpkin Patch, located on South Pasadena’s Mission Street since 1989, is a fixture within the community. They are only open in October, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays and […]
The Dinosaur Farm could leave South Pasadena
Story by Ella ApisakkulStaff Writer Photo by Philip KwakStaff Photographer South Pasadena’s Dinosaur Farm, a toy and book store that has remained a local staple for years, is facing the threat of leaving its location due to rising rent from new building owners. Dinosaur Farm, operating since 1994, is founded and owned by David Plenn, […]
ASB hosts the Color Day assembly in the gym
Mattress sliding competitions, performances, and costume competitions were all featured in the assembly.
Senior best friends conquer Color Day
Julian Barnes and Kory How go all out with their costumes
Tiger’s Take: a ban is not the solution
Story by Maxine MessineoStaff Writer Illustration by Lanah KimStaff Illustrator The LAUSD “Using Technology with Intention” resolution includes an all-day restriction of cell phones, smartwatches, camera glasses, or earbuds during the entire school day, including lunch and passing periods. Each campus affected by the policy chooses its own method of enforcing it, including using class storage […]
Memory Arts benefits seniors through art
South Pas. moms achieve happiness for those with memory loss through the beauty of art.
Parents welcomed again with annual Back to School Night
Cotton candy, tea, and brownies were offered to parents as they navigated campus.
Mosaic and the Infamy of Megachurches
Story by Ella ApisakkulStaff Writer Photo by Sam AllenStaff Photographer When things seem too good to be true, they are bound to raise suspicion. Megachurches may be visually enticing, but repeated incidents of their hateful behavior and exploitative practices have sparked an abundance of critique. With the addition of Mosaic Los Angeles’s controversies, the question is brought […]
Goats for Fire Prevention
Story by Ella ApisakkulStaff Writer Photos by Philip KwakStaff Photographer Goats may sound like an unlikely animal to enter the South Pasadena area, yet they have been recently introduced as some of our newest community assistance, aiding the South Pasadena Fire Department with consuming nearby vegetation to decrease fire risk. South Pasadena Fire Chief Gregory Lloyd answers […]
Football faces their first out-of-state foe, losing 36-14
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.