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Essential Partners coordinators Kimberly Shaw (left) and Cara Cargill (right), initiating the first-day training course for the newly accepted Difficult Dialogues Council members on Feb. 3.
Latin’s New Approach to Conversation: The Difficult Dialogues Council
February 18, 2025
"American Gods," the class's central text.
‘American Gods’ Class Discontinued After Accusations About Neil Gaiman
February 18, 2025
Students listening to Andrea Amico ’99 present during the Life After Latin event.
Alumni Return to Latin to Participate in Life After Latin Event
February 18, 2025
Eliza Lampert '24 holding up two awards, Best News or Feature Story and Best News Commentary, won at Latin's 2022 Forum awards.
Latin Alum Wins National Journalism Award For Forum Piece on Middle East
February 13, 2025
Stock chart
Student Investment Fund Reaches Historic Milestone
February 3, 2025
Students listening to Andrea Amico ’99 present during the Life After Latin event.
Alumni Return to Latin to Participate in Life After Latin Event
February 18, 2025
Eliza Lampert '24 holding up two awards, Best News or Feature Story and Best News Commentary, won at Latin's 2022 Forum awards.
Latin Alum Wins National Journalism Award For Forum Piece on Middle East
February 13, 2025
Students perform in "Much Ado About Nothing."
Assembly Features ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ Preview
February 6, 2025
Ellie during a varsity girls basketball game in the Latin gym.
Athlete of the Week: Ellie Szczerba
February 3, 2025
CFO Michael Szczepanek has decided to leave Latin mid-year.
Latin School CFO Michael Szczepanek Resigns
January 31, 2025
Aviva Siegel speaking just before finding out about the release of her husband, Keith Siegel.
Stories of Survival and Strength From the Israeli Hostages
February 18, 2025
At the 2025 Grammy Awards, musicians dazzled on the stage—and on the red carpet.
Red Carpet, Ranked: Award-Worthy Looks from the 2025 Grammys
February 18, 2025
iPhone mirroring on computer.
Phone Mirroring: The Loophole to Phone Boxes
February 4, 2025
Latin partners with local law enforcement to stay updated on school safety trends.
School Shootings Might Not Just Be Someone Else’s Problem
January 21, 2025
Twelve members of Latin's Math Team practice for a regional competition at 7:15 a.m.
Can We Please Stop With All the Clubs?
January 21, 2025
Letter to the Editors: Viewing Hoda Katebi Through a Different Lens
Letter to the Editors: Viewing Hoda Katebi Through a Different Lens
January 10, 2023
Letter to the Editors: Response to Op-Ed on Hoda Katebi
Letter to the Editors: Response to Op-Ed on Hoda Katebi
January 7, 2023
Letter to the Editors: Our Paper’s Past as a True Forum
Letter to the Editors: Our Paper’s Past as a True Forum
March 1, 2020
Letter from the Editors: 12.4.16
December 4, 2016
Letter to the Editor: Mason Hammond on Ferguson
December 1, 2014
Actors Mia Wetzler, Noa Stern Frede, Lindsay Chyna, and Simone Arvetis pose for a scene in "Untamed." This is Izzy Schafer's favorite shot of the film.
Izzy Schafer Debuts New Film Project, Titled ‘Untamed’
February 18, 2025
Students sleeping in chemistry class.
Latin Romans Need to Start Prioritizing Sleep
February 18, 2025
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Hot Trends at Latin
February 18, 2025
Inside a 74 Fullerton bus during morning rush.
Wake Up and Go: The Morning Journey to Latin
February 18, 2025
Lenny Goldman working in the Upper School Office.
Who Leads the Student Leaders? Mr. Goldman’s New Role
February 18, 2025
Freshman Viola Wang is enjoying new classes and a new community in the Upper School.
Viola Wong Looks Forward Through Freshman Year
February 18, 2025
Young Wyatt Parr singing with Uniting Voices.
Wyatt Parr Sings the Praises of Peach Steaz and Prom
February 3, 2025
Senior Medha Sharma talks about favorite seasons and future goals
Paris and Pumpkin Spice: Medha Sharma
January 28, 2025
Freshman Harper Anderson pursues volleyball and theater.
Harper Anderson Talks Transitioning To High School
January 15, 2025
Izzy Schafer in "Selections From Metamorphoses" as a part of the Young Ensemble at the Lookingglass theater
Acting with Izzy Schafer
January 8, 2025
Ryan Allen '95 and Andrea Allen '99 enjoying their wedding day.
Love and Legacy: How the Allens Found Their Forever at Latin School
February 3, 2025
Andres and Gigi at their wedding.
Latin Love Stories: How Gigi, Andrew Schwertfeger Found Love At Latin
January 24, 2025
Ari and Dani together on vacation.
From Prom Dates to Soulmates: The Love Story of Ari Samo and Dani Steele
January 15, 2025
Cary Malkin '67 and Lisa Malkin '71 at a family wedding in September 2024.
Latin Love Stories: How Cary, Lisa Malkin Found Love After Latin
November 4, 2024
Sophomore Julian Heller is shocked at the trade news.
Trade Deadline Drama: Major NBA Moves Stir Fan Reactions
February 18, 2025
Varsity Girls Enjoy Big Win at Big Games
Varsity Girls Enjoy Big Win at Big Games
February 3, 2025
Players huddling together moments before exiting the court during halftime.
Rocky Road for the Romans as Boys Fall Short in the Big Game
February 3, 2025
The alumni student-athlete panelists answer questions.
From High School Stars to College Athletes: A Recruitment Journey
February 3, 2025
Nate Weldon celebrates after a race.
Athlete of the Week: Nate Weldon
January 15, 2025
Ellie during a varsity girls basketball game in the Latin gym.
Athlete of the Week: Ellie Szczerba
February 3, 2025
Nate Weldon celebrates after a race.
Athlete of the Week: Nate Weldon
January 15, 2025
Greta Temple swims a butterfly race.
Athlete of the Week: Greta Temple
November 18, 2024
Diego Delira, Athlete of the Week, hanging out in a locker bay.
Athlete of the Week: Diego Delira
November 4, 2024
Francesca Mora is only a freshman, but she is already making a name for herself in Latin athletics.
Athlete of the Week: Francesca Mora
October 7, 2024
A group of sophomore actors pose for a picture after a performance.
Student Actors Bring Shakespeare’s Wit and Romance to Life in ‘Much Ado About Nothing’
February 18, 2025
Are the Grammy's right?
The 2025 Grammys: What is Going on with the Recording Academy?
February 18, 2025
Students perform in "Much Ado About Nothing."
Assembly Features ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ Preview
February 6, 2025
Thick Skin: Doechii’s ‘Alligator Bites Never Heal’ Embodies Resilience and Raw Emotion.
From the Swamp to Stardom: How Doechii is Redefining Rap
February 3, 2025
This 1990 Mark Jackson basketball card featured the Menendez brothers sitting courtside while on their post-murder spending spree using their parents' money.
Another Tale of Monsters: The Menendez Family
January 24, 2025
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Aviva Siegel speaking just before finding out about the release of her husband, Keith Siegel.
Stories of Survival and Strength From the Israeli Hostages
Alexa Nasatir, Staff Writer • February 18, 2025
At the 2025 Grammy Awards, musicians dazzled on the stage—and on the red carpet.
Red Carpet, Ranked: Award-Worthy Looks from the 2025 Grammys
Lucia Meno and Roxie Lara • February 18, 2025
iPhone mirroring on computer.
Phone Mirroring: The Loophole to Phone Boxes
Miles Heltzer, Arts Editor • February 4, 2025
Essential Partners coordinators Kimberly Shaw (left) and Cara Cargill (right), initiating the first-day training course for the newly accepted Difficult Dialogues Council members on Feb. 3.
Latin’s New Approach to Conversation: The Difficult Dialogues Council
Claire Noventa, Staff Writer • February 18, 2025
"American Gods," the class's central text.
‘American Gods’ Class Discontinued After Accusations About Neil Gaiman
Natasha Benjamin, Opinions Editor • February 18, 2025
Students listening to Andrea Amico ’99 present during the Life After Latin event.
Alumni Return to Latin to Participate in Life After Latin Event
Carla McSweeney, Staff Writer • February 18, 2025
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The security barrier between Jerusalem and the West Bank in the center of the Old City.

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Ryan Allen '95 and Andrea Allen '99 enjoying their wedding day.

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CFO Michael Szczepanek has decided to leave Latin mid-year.

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Andres and Gigi at their wedding.

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Freshman Viola Wang is enjoying new classes and a new community in the Upper School.
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Sophomore Julian Heller is shocked at the trade news.
Trade Deadline Drama: Major NBA Moves Stir Fan Reactions
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A group of sophomore actors pose for a picture after a performance.
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The 2025 Grammys: What is Going on with the Recording Academy?
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Ryan Allen '95 and Andrea Allen '99 enjoying their wedding day.
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