On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, all staff within the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) gathered in Anderson Auditorium to kick off the 2026-2027 school year. The keynote speaker, Terry Madigan, President of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses and an SPHS alumnus, shared a welcome message that included advice he would give to his 17-year-old self. Madigan’s heartwarming speech emphasized the importance of inclusiveness and…
Frostig Falcons Get Ready to Soar Into a New School Year
https://www.pasadenanow.com/pasadenaschools/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/FS20260813.mp4 The excitement is building at Frostig School as teachers and staff get ready to welcome students back to campus next week! The Frostig team are ready to kick off another great year. The Frostig…
Holy Family Catholic School Invites Families to Explore Campus Through Student-Led Tours
Holy Family Catholic School will begin offering Student Ambassador-led campus tours this November, giving prospective families an opportunity to experience the school during a typical academic day. Guided by student ambassadors, visitors will tour the…
Clairbourn School Celebrates Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
As a school serving students from preschool through grade 8, Clairbourn values the many voices, experiences, backgrounds, strengths, and perspectives that make up our community. This diversity enriches every aspect of school life, from classroom…
St. Gregory Kindergarteners Wrap Up the School Year with Alphabet Countdown
https://www.pasadenanow.com/pasadenaschools/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SGAMH20260727.mp4 St. Gregory A. & M. Hovsepian School highlighted its kindergarten students’ memorable Alphabet Countdown to summer. Twenty-six letters. Twenty-six days of adventures. Infinite memories. The end-of-year tradition celebrated the heart of kindergarten through creativity,…
Fusion Academy Pasadena Celebrates Creativity and Pride Year-Round
Looking back at June’s Pride Month Spirit Week, Fusion Academy Pasadena celebrated creativity, self-expression, and inclusivity through a fun design challenge that encouraged students to create innovative fashions using found and recycled materials. The activity…
San Marino Unified School District (SMUSD) has received significant financial recognition from Moody’s Ratings, reflecting the district’s continued commitment to responsible fiscal management. The district’s issuer credit rating has been upgraded to Aa1, while its…
“Today we celebrate the color green. At St. Rita School, the color green is all around us. It serves as a beautiful reminder of God’s creation and the many blessings we experience each day. From…
Some visits feel like coming home. It was so special to see former Maranatha High School dance teacher Anna Gradwohl back on campus recently. She shared a piece of her Maranatha story with her three…
What a beautiful day of celebration, learning, and community! Pasadena Waldorf School’s Juneteenth celebration brought our community back home to our Altadena campus to honor Black freedom, resilience, culture, and joy. From double dutch and…
Click on image to enlarge As the 2025–26 school year comes to a close, Aveson Schools reflects with gratitude on a remarkable year filled with memorable experiences, meaningful milestones, lasting friendships, exciting discoveries, inspiring performances, joyful celebrations, adventurous learning opportunities, and countless moments of growth. The school community extends its heartfelt appreciation to its students, families, and staff for bringing curiosity, perseverance, creativity, and enthusiasm to campus each day, helping make the year a success. Aveson Schools is proud of all that was accomplished together and wishes everyone a fun, relaxing, and well-deserved summer break. The community looks forward to…
