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.
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.