Competition & Academic Rigor at HW
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December 18, 2023
By Ava ’26 When I was first accepted to Harvard-Westlake, in the midst of all the congratulations, I also began to notice that people...
The Variety of Courses at HW
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November 16, 2023
By Audrey ’27 Hello prospective Harvard-Westlake families! My name is Audrey and I am a new ninth grader at HW. When applying to...
Unconventional Leadership
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March 21, 2022
By Sophia ’23 Unconventional Leadership is one of the many unique courses offered in the Kutler Center. Taught by Dean of Students...
Ya Like Jazz?
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March 8, 2022
By Daryn ’22 As someone who has been in the jazz program since 8th grade, I can tell you from experience that it is one of the most...
Life Lab
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March 7, 2022
By Andrew ’22 By 10th grade, students’ schedules are so varied and tailored to individual interests that it’s rare to share more...
Public Speaking at HW
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February 10, 2022
By Hannah ’25 Ever since I can remember, I’ve always loved public speaking, and like many other activities that I participated in...
Student Publications
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February 7, 2022
By Max ’25 Harvard-Westlake produces a number of student publications, both at the middle and upper school campuses. Aside from the...
Want to Try Acting?
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February 4, 2022
By Arely ’24 The theatre department here at Harvard-Westlake is quite extensive. They offer support and opportunities from every...
Harvard-Westlake’s Curriculum: A Unique Path for Everyone
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January 31, 2022
By Davis ’24 Prior to the pandemic, as I would walk energetic and interested applicant families around the Middle School, oohing and...
Directed Studies: A Different Way to Learn
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January 27, 2022
By Asher ’23 On top of the core classes and electives offered at the Harvard-Westlake Upper School, students have the opportunity to...
