Directed Studies: A Different Way to Learn
By Asher ’23 On top of the core classes and electives offered at the Harvard-Westlake Upper School, students have the opportunity to...
The College Process
By Li Yam ’22 The college application process can be very intimidating and overwhelming. With so many options and decisions...
The Ways Harvard-Westlake Supports Student Initiative
By Natalie ’24 Hi everyone! My name is Natalie, and I am a sophomore at the Upper School. As of this year, I am a member of the...
A Day in the Life of a Sophomore
By Illi ’24 I wake up to ABBA’s 70’s hit Dancing Queen blaring from my phone on the other side of my room. After getting ready...
Making Time for the Things You Love
By Aiko ’23 At the Upper School, I’ve found myself stunned by the talent that surrounds me, from our Monday Coffeehouses to the art...
SLIDE
By Eghosasere ’22 If you want to be a part of a student organization that works to better diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus,...
My Experience Playing Girls Golf at HW
By Ellie K. ’24 Golf is one of the 27 different sports that Harvard-Westlake offers to its students. There are Junior Varsity and...
A Day in the Life of a Harvard-Westlake Senior
By Li Yam ’22 Buzz. Buzz. Buzz. My alarm clock wakes me up at 6:30am on a Wednesday. Barely awake, I sit up and tap my buzzing phone....
What Does an Average Upper School Day Look Like? A Sophomore Perspective
By Natalie ’24 Welcome to a day in the life of a Harvard-Westlake Upper School student! Although everyone’s activities and...
Mock Trial
By Hannah ’22 I have been part of the Harvard-Westlake mock trial team for the past three years, and this year I was the captain. I...