We Are Westridge
A community blog featuring Head of School Elizabeth J. McGregor, the Westridge Leadership Team, our esteemed faculty members and occasional special guests
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An independent, forward-thinking
day school for girls, grades 4–12
324 Madeline Drive
Pasadena, California 91105
Phone: 626-799-1153
Fax: 626-799-9236
Pasadena, California 91105
Phone: 626-799-1153
Fax: 626-799-9236
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an established, forward-thinking institution founded on the fundamental belief that girls are best educated in a single-sex setting.she is...
conscious of her role in her local community and determined to make a difference as a global citizen. -
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100 years of tradition, opportunity, intellect, and goodness.she is...
a product of an environment that engages the heart, intellect, body, and soul. -
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educating and empowering girls to lead lives of courage, compassion, and conviction.she is...
provided with opportunities to maximize her academic development and prepared for the challenges she will face. -
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leadership modeled for girls, by girls.she is...
a girl who leads by example, whether or not she is in an elected position. -
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committed to matching each senior with a college or university that supports her unique qualities and interests.she is...
a well-rounded young woman who values creativity as much as intellect. -
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dedicated to excellence in education, and to instilling a lifelong joy of learning for both teachers and students.she is...
inquisitive, excited to learn, and understands that her interaction with the material enhances the experience of learning for everyone involved. -
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stewards of a 9.5-acre historic campus with 17 buildings that spans a century of architectural significance.she is...
at home in the library, the laboratory, on the stage, or field. -
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a multifaceted community that values diversity of thought, perspective, and voice.she is...
a beneficiary of the century-long legacy of community support and generosity.
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a school that embraces a growth mindset where girls reflect on their progresses and challenges.she is...
a student who communicates openly with her teachers, parents, and peers. -
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proud to maintain a 97% enrollment retention rate.she is...
a girl who will share the bond of sisterhood beyond her years at Westridge. -
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dedicated to developing young women whose joy in learning, personal ideals, and commitment to ethical action will lead them meaningful lives.she is...
a contributing local citizen with a progressively global perspective. -
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a school that provides inspiring and challenging opportunities for young women to learn, but more importantly, to thrive.she is...
an inquisitive young woman who is encouraged to explore different interests and discover her passions. -
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a school that admit students based solely on their aptitude, motivation to succeed, achievement, and potential to become a contributing member of the community.she is...
proud of who she is, where she comes from, and shares her perspective with the community. -
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stewards of a 9.5-acre historic campus with 17 buildings that spans a century of architectural significance.she is...
at home in the library, the laboratory, on the stage, or field.
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a supportive, knowledgable faculty who are experts in the subjects we teach.she is...
a critical, independent thinker learning to work collaboratively. -
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grounded in research and experience about how adolescent girls learn, interact and grow.she is...
confident, articulate, self-motivated, aware. -
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a program that supports powerful learning in and out of the classroom with long academic blocks and scheduled time for student clubs, electives, and service opportunities.she is...
driven to explore new areas of interest and discover where she excels and what she loves. -
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highly committed to instilling in students a love of the arts, staging multiple theatre productions, music concerts, dance performances, and art exhibitions each year.she is...
a sculptor, photographer, stage manager, lighting technician. -
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informed, compassionate, and engaged local and global citizens.she is...
a tutor at a local elementary school, a sustainable gardner, a contributor to her community. -
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supportive of the social, emotional, ethical, and spiritual growth of girls through programs that encourage reflective, mindful, and deliberate engagement with their peers and the community.she is...
resilient in the face of challenges and thinks on her feet. -
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here to guide her through testing, essay writing, and every other phase of the college application process.she is...
prepared to present her best self and choose a college that reflects who she is now and who she wants to become. -
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committed to the overall health and wellness of each student.she is...
taught study skills and time management to promote a balance between time spent on school work and outside interests.
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a community of big and little sisters, role models, and learners.she is...
a 4th grader who wants to be just like the seniors, only to discover that she simply needs to be herself as she grows into that very role, nine years later. -
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a community of leaders who learn from the words and actions of one another, regardless of titles and traditional hierarchy.she is...
the student who dares to ask the question, who starts a new initiative, who embraces responsible risk-taking. -
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the Associated Student Body, elected Upper School leaders who promote school spirit and organize events.she is...
encouraged to take learning into her own hands, to feed her interests and pursue her passions. -
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committed to matching each senior with a college or university that supports her unique qualities and interests.she is...
a well-rounded young woman who values creativity as much as intellect. -
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a faculty composed of research scientists, math and technology specialists, and humanities teachers who collaborate to bring STEM to life.she is...
encouraged to test, try, reasses, and draw new conclusions through creative thought and problem solving. -
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informed, compassionate, and engaged global citizens.she is...
an 11th grader who was able to integrate her love of travel and service by working with at-risk students during a school experiential learning trip to El Salvador.
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tiger pride.she is...
a server, goalie, diver, pitcher, sprinter, and above all, a team player. -
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coaches who maximize each athlete's potential through individual training and by creating opportunities for her to make successful contributions to the team.she is...
taught to increase self-awareness, self-efficacy, and self-confidence through athletic participation. -
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a varsity tennis team with three consecutive prep league championships.she is...
poised under pressure when facing opponents in high-stakes games. -
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12 prep league championships in 10 years.she is...
coached to win and lose with grace. -
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home to a regulation soccer, lacrosse, and softball field, a basketball and volleyball court, a dedicated dance studio, and a weight training room designed specifically for girls.she is...
a well-conditioned athlete during the on and off season. -
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unified to win championships, defend titles, and make come backs.she is...
full of Tiger pride on the court and in the stands.
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bursting with inspiring and thought-provoking stories, and with unique and engaging voices and conversations.she is...
part of a diverse array of conversations happening across our campus every day. -
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faculty, administrators, and staff dedicated to educational excellence and instilling a lifelong joy of learning.she is...
taught by an experienced faculty, 65 percent with advanced degrees and seven members with doctoral degrees. -
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more than 4500 graduates living in 49 states and 25 countries in six of the seven continents.she is...
always a Greek or Roman, a lifelong member of our cherished community. -
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the result of community foresight, support, and generosity established 100 years ago.she is...
a reading volunteer at a low-income public school. -
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informed, compassionate, and engaged local citizens.she is...
a tutor at a local elementary school, a sustainable gardener, a contributor to her community. -
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partners with the Pasadena Unified School District to provide a summer enrichment program.she is...
a public school student who spends two summers at Westridge boosting her math and verbal skills. -
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the one-stop-shop for Tiger spirit items.she is...
proud to wear the Westridge logo. -
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honored to have been selected as one of the Metro Los Angeles Top Workplaces, determined solely on employee feedback.she is...
able to learn and thrive because Westridge invests in only the most qualified faculty and staff.
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a community which gives because we believe in supporting the excellence of a Westridge education.she is...
a girl who benefits from the generosity of our community and leads a meaningful life as a contributing citizen of the larger world. -
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a community which gives because we believe in supporting the excellence of a Westridge education.she is...
a girl who benefits from the generosity of our community and leads a meaningful life as a contributing citizen of the larger world. -
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a community which gives because we believe in supporting the excellence of a Westridge education.she is...
a girl who benefits from the generosity of our community and leads a meaningful life as a contributing citizen of the larger world. -
we are...
a community which gives because we believe in supporting the excellence of a Westridge education.she is...
a girl who benefits from the generosity of our community and leads a meaningful life as a contributing citizen of the larger world. -
we are...
a community which gives because we believe in supporting the excellence of a Westridge education.she is...
a girl who benefits from the generosity of our community and leads a meaningful life as a contributing citizen of the larger world. -
we are...
a community which gives because we believe in supporting the excellence of a Westridge education.she is...
a girl who benefits from the generosity of our community and leads a meaningful life as a contributing citizen of the larger world. -
we are...
a community which gives because we believe in supporting the excellence of a Westridge education.she is...
a girl who benefits from the generosity of our community and leads a meaningful life as a contributing citizen of the larger world. -
we are...
a community which gives because we believe in supporting the excellence of a Westridge education.she is...
a girl who benefits from the generosity of our community and leads a meaningful life as a contributing citizen of the larger world.
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committed to helping alumnae maintain relationships with the school and each other.she is...
inspired to pursue her ambitions and proud to call Westridge home. -
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committed to helping alumnae maintain relationships with the school and each other.she is...
inspired to pursue her ambitions and proud to call Westridge home. -
we are...
committed to helping alumnae maintain relationships with the school and each other.she is...
inspired to pursue her ambitions and proud to call Westridge home. -
we are...
committed to helping alumnae maintain relationships with the school and each other.she is...
inspired to pursue her ambitions and proud to call Westridge home. -
we are...
committed to helping alumnae maintain relationships with the school and each other.she is...
inspired to pursue her ambitions and proud to call Westridge home.