If you've been active on Instagram for the past couple of weeks, you have likely seen videos of people dumping ice water over their heads for the USC Speak Your Mind ice bucket challenge. From your friends to people you barely know but follow anyway, everyone seems to be posting videos that depict the video creator pouring ice water on...

With autumn just around the corner, here are some of the best movies and TV shows that capture the essence of the season. Whether you're looking for heartwarming stories, Halloween fun or an autumnal atmosphere, this list has something for everyone.“Stranger Things” Season 1 (2016)-Set in the small town of Hawkins, Indiana, the show follows a group of kids as...

In a decision that shocked the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) on Tuesday, Nikolas Khamenia ’25 , No. 35 on ESPN's high school basketball Class of 2025 rankings, announced his commitment to Amherst College in Massachusetts. Khamenia, who had offers from every top D1 Program, had recently narrowed his list down to the University of Arizona, University of California, Los...

Halloween is just around the corner, and students are excited to show off their costumes! Some are classic favorites, while others are ideas that are completely unheard of. Halloween is not just about the candy — it's a chance for students to express themselves and bring their favorite characters and themes to life. Costumes are a fun way to connect...

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The boys’ and girls’ swim teams finished their respective seasons at the Mission League Swimming Finals on April 18. no lol bc it's different for every group i think, im gonna leave this open for print to decide what to do with this first sentence">no lol bc it's different for every group i think, im gonna leave this open for...

Upper School Performing Arts Teacher Mark Hilt is retiring after spending the past 27 years teaching at the Upper School. Since joining the school, Hilt has taught Upper School Symphony, AP and Beginning Music Theory and the Upper School Chamber Orchestra. Zoe Vourgourakis '26, a clarinetist in Symphony, said she appreciates the time and effort Hilt puts into his class."Mr....

The school has officially begun construction for the River Park project, seven years after originally purchasing the property, according to an email from President Rick Commons. The facility is expected to be completed in the fall of 2026. A temporary construction fence has been erected around the property, equipment has been staged and necessary demolition is underway. In a couple...

Stepping out of his first class and onto the Quad, Victor Suh ’25 watched students file out of their classrooms to enjoy their 15-minute break. Suh looked for a familiar face among the crowd as students started grouping into their usual circles. He smiled at some classmates and waved at others, but he wasn't comfortable approaching any of them, feeling...

The boys' varsity volleyball team participated in the Malibu Tournament on March 2. They swept the competition, winning against Foothill Tech, San Marino, University Prep, Dana Hills and Malibu High School. They only lost two games against San Juan Hills. The tournament brought the team's overall record to 8-2-1 for the season so far. In the match against Foothill Tech,...