Tag: curriculum

Student Support At HW

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By Gabriel ‘28 When I first applied to Harvard-Westlake, the notion of academic support was unheard of to me. I did not like asking a lot...

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Inside The Offices: What To Know About Meeting Your Teachers

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By Halyn ’28 When I first entered Harvard-Westlake, I was a pretty shy and nervous kid. The teachers seemed like unapproachable...

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Creative Expression through Dance at HW

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By Gabriel ‘28 I recall that the first time I danced was when I was about three years old, and my sister got Just Dance 4 for her...

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Competition & Academic Rigor at HW

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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...

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The Variety of Courses at HW

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By Audrey ’27 Hello prospective Harvard-Westlake families! My name is Audrey and I am a new ninth grader at HW. When applying to...

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Unconventional Leadership

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By Sophia ’23 Unconventional Leadership is one of the many unique courses offered in the Kutler Center. Taught by Dean of Students...

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Ya Like Jazz?

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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...

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Life Lab

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By Andrew ’22 By 10th grade, students’ schedules are so varied and tailored to individual interests that it’s rare to share more...

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Public Speaking at HW

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By Hannah ’25 Ever since I can remember, I’ve always loved public speaking, and like many other activities that I participated in...

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Student Publications

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By Max ’25 Harvard-Westlake produces a number of student publications, both at the middle and upper school campuses. Aside from the...

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