EVENTS

Maranatha High School Seniors Celebrate a Special Day of Tradition and Connection

Maranatha High School recently hosted a memorable and meaningful day for its senior class, giving students an opportunity to pause, celebrate, and enjoy time together…

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy Celebrates the Joy and Spirit of the Tolog Community

As the school year draws to a close, the Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy community is embracing these final weeks with gratitude, joy, and school spirit.…

PEF Summer Program Inspires Learning Through Exploration and Creativity

Sequoyah School Community Auction Raises Record-Breaking $222,000

PUSD Honors 2026 Teachers of Excellence During Teacher Appreciation Week



FOCUS ON LEARNING

Wedbush Sponsors Free Book Fair for Washington Elementary STEM Magnet Students

Students at Washington Elementary STEM Magnet School in Pasadena recently enjoyed a very special FREE Book Fair sponsored by Wedbush. Thanks to Wedbush’s generosity, every…

Pasadena Christian School Sixth Graders Explore Science Through Solar Ovens

Students in the sixth-grade science classes at Pasadena Christian School recently combined creativity, engineering, and scientific discovery by designing and building their own solar ovens.…

San Rafael Elementary Math Club Excels in First-Year Math Olympiad Competition

Immaculate Heart To Participate In New Partnership Between Mount Saint Mary’s University and Archdiocese of Los Angeles to Expand Access to Catholic Higher Education

A Journey to Remember: Aveson School 5th Graders Experience Catalina Island Adventure


 

 


THE ARTS

Thurgood Marshall Secondary School Presents “High School Showcase”

Thurgood Marshall Secondary School will present its annual High School Showcase on Wednesday, May 20, at 6:00  p.m. in the Marshall Auditorium. The evening will…

Southwestern Academy Ninth Grader Earns Second Place in Prestigious Congressional Art Competition

Southwestern Academy proudly congratulates Grace, a talented ninth grade artist, for earning 2nd Place in the annual Congressional Art Competition hosted by Judy Chu, the…

Blair High School Choir Joins 1,200 Student Voices at Walt Disney Concert Hall

Blair High School’s Advanced Choir from Pasadena joined more than 1,200 student vocalists from schools across Southern California for an unforgettable performance at Walt Disney…

Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown Spring Open Mic Takes the Stage During Fusion Legends Week

The spotlight is on at Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown as students prepare to share their talents during the Spring Open Mic on Tuesday, May 12…

Huntington Middle School Choirs Strike Gold at Judges’ Invitational

Huntington Middle School is making room for more accolades as its choral program continues to shine on the regional stage. The San Marino Unified School…

3rd Grade Literature Tea Brings Classic Stories to Life at Holy Family Catholic School

At Holy Family Catholic School, students are nurtured as lifelong learners through immersive experiences that bring the beauty of literary classics to life, beginning in…

Waverly Middle School Celebrates Student Creativity with Year-End Arts Showcase

Sequoyah School Artists and Alumni Spotlighted at Inspiring Armory Artist Talk

Bethany Christian School Presents an Inspiring “Life School Musical” Performance

Poetry in Motion at Crestview Preparatory School



SCHOOL NEWS

John Muir Early College Magnet Earns State Recognition for Exemplary Dual Enrollment Program

Click on image to enlarge The partnership between Pasadena Unified School District, John Muir High School Early College Magnet, and Pasadena City College has been recognized by the California Department of Education with the prestigious…

Happy Centennial, Clairbourn!

A Century of Leading with Heart In 2026, we proudly celebrate our Centennial Year—100 years of shaping not only strong students, but compassionate, curious, and thoughtful individuals. For a century, Clairbourn has been more than…

Pasadena Unified Announces School Leadership Changes for 2026-27 Academic Year

Dr. Maria Toliver (l) and Ms. Lanisha McKenzie (r). Photo courtesy PUSD Pasadena Unified School District announced a series of leadership updates as it prepares for the 2026–27 school year. These changes, which take effect…

PUSD Names Teacher of the Year

Michael Birnbryer-Lao, screenshot from KLRN’s original video The Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) announces its 2026 Teacher of the Year, recognizing Michael Birnbryer-Lao, an exceptional educator and musician whose work at Blair Middle and High…

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy Honors the Feast Day of St. Catherine of Siena

“Be who God created you to be and you will set the world on fire.” St. Catherine of Siena Yesterday, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy celebrated the feast day of St. Catherine of Siena, patroness of…

 


SPORTS

Pasadena High School Baseball Celebrates Outstanding Season and Team Award Winners

Pasadena High School proudly congratulates its baseball program on an incredible season filled with hard work, perseverance, teamwork, and school pride. The Bulldogs demonstrated dedication…

St. Rita Raiders Make History with CYO Track & Field Championship Victory

History was made this spring as St. Rita School celebrated a championship victory at the Archdiocese of Los Angeles CYO Track & Field Championships. Competing…

Maranatha High School Welcomes Eddie Ficklin Jr. as New Varsity Football Head Coach

Maranatha High School proudly announced the hiring of Eddie Ficklin Jr. as the school’s new Head Coach for Varsity Football. Bringing a wealth of coaching…

SPHS Sports Medicine Students Provide Care for Athletes

During the week of April 20, 2026, the South Pasadena High School (SPHS) Sports Medicine Club hosted its final Athletic Recovery Week of the year,…

 

 

 

 


 

 


ACADEMICS

Flintridge Preparatory School Spotlight: Alumna and Teacher Kate Tucci ’07 Inspires Students

Flintridge Preparatory School recently highlighted the inspiring perspective of Kate Tucci ’07, a current science faculty member and leadership coordinator who also proudly returns to…

San Marino High Senior Max Zhou Advances to USA Biology Olympiad National Finals

San Marino Unified School District proudly recognizes San Marino High School senior Max Zhou for qualifying for the 2026 USA Biology Olympiad National Finals, to…

SPUSD Committee Provides Input on Educational Technology

As the school year comes to a close, the South Pasadena Unified School District is recognizing the work of the SPUSD Ed Tech Committee, which…

La Salle Class of 2026 Celebrates Decision Day Milestone

Click on image to enlarge La Salle College Preparatory Class of 2026 came together last week for their senior class photo, proudly marking an exciting…


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