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The Student News Site of The Webb Schools

Webb Canyon Chronicle
The Student News Site of The Webb Schools

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Martin Beseth (‘27) angrily educates Ethan Xi (‘27) about over-relying on paper cups as they produce unnecessary waste. Webb started to advocate for the community to decrease the number of paper cups used. “I think [Webb is] taking a huge step towards stopping the deforestation of trees ...and helping the environment,” Martin Beseth (‘27) said. The attention brought to the community prompts new opinions among students on using fewer paper cups.
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Webb’s encourages on reducing paper cups in the dining hall
Anna Meng, Staff Writer | December 20, 2024

When paper cups are disposed of in landfills, they decompose without oxygen, producing methane, a potent...

Jonathan Lee ('27) points at Sarah Lantz, Dean of Students, and Yeslea Tadeo, Dean of Residential life, standing in front of the Deans' Building in fear as, highlighting the persistent stigma surrounding the space. "It doesn’t matter who she’s (Ms. Lopez) there for —when Ms. Lopez walks in, the whole room goes silent, and everyone gets tense," Jonathan Lee ('27) said. This reaction reflects how the Deans' Building's intimidating reputation often impacts students, even in situations where no disciplinary action is involved.
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Breaking the barrier: making the Deans’ Building more approachable
Chijioke Mgbeke, Staff Writer | December 20, 2024

Imagine this: You are walking into the Deans' Office, your nerves on edge as you wonder what is waiting...

On December 18, 2024, at the Webb Schools’ gym, Dr. Theresa Smith, Head of Schools, struck a thoughtful pose, embodying curiosity and reflection. She pondered the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. "How is AI going to transform education and transform society at large?" Dr. Smith asked. She wishes to make Webb a safe place for students to innovate and prepare for the technological advancements of society.
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Dr. Theresa Smith navigates AI incorporation at Webb
Bella Schnurer, Staff Writer | December 20, 2024

AI is all around us. Maybe you use it in late night chats with Chat GPT or perhaps even aiding in meal...

Tracy Ren (‘28) stands on the outdoor courts, ready to practice for the girls’ JV team. Her excitement to improve is infectious, filling the court with a buzz of eagerness. Although the team warms up outside, in the chilly winter air, the excitement warms the team up. "Having energy on the court makes me play better” says Mandana Mojaverian (‘26). With the readiness for improvement coursing through the girl's veins, there's no secret this season will be a great one.
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Girls’ basketball has come with a unique surprise this winter season
Dessie Koehn, Staff Writer | December 20, 2024

Since starting the winter sports season at Webb, many matches and games have taken place. However, have...

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Holiday decorations relieve stress around Webb campus
Andy Liu, Staff Writer | December 20, 2024

The sunlight gleams on the edges of the front steps of the Webb campus steps, defining the students' goals to think, act, lead, and serve. Although the front steps remind us of our principles to be trendsetters, another step needs to be taken for a Webb student to become a true leader. “For me, leadership is really a very basic principle of how one leads their own life” said Sarah Lantz, Dean of Students. But how can students lead their life confidently and serve the community as student leaders?
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What does it mean to be a student leader?
Lily Youngstrom, Staff Writer | December 20, 2024

As you walk on to Webb’s campus for the first time, one of the first noticeable parts of campus is...

(Clockwise from top-left) Andrew Huang (‘26), Jonas Sun (‘25), Charlie Zhang (‘27), and Claire Yu (‘27) work on their projects in Science Fair Research Lab, examining everything from biology and chemistry to machine learning and satellites. The activity provides students with the time and resources to investigate their own scientific leads. “I worked on my machine learning app for a whole year during the Webb Science Fair afternoon activity,” Jonas said. “Dr. Martin and Ms. Asanas were a great help and provided a lot of suggestions.”
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Webbies change the world in Science Fair Research Lab
Eric Luo | December 20, 2024

There is a common archetype of the overachieving Webbie who is curing cancer in high school and destined...

Kenny Clay (‘25) and Leia Albornoz (‘25) blast the speakers in the library, bringing good vibes to lunch on Friday the 13th of last week. Anyone walking by could hear the best tunes coming from the library that drew in a crowd of people. Kenny and Leia do not have record players yet, so for now, they are DJing using a laptop set up. “I just want to push my music agenda,” Kenny said. “Steph [Ma (‘25)] said this is just a lame excuse to be on AUX, but I’m gonna capitalize off that.”
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New DJs on deck!
Berklee Antecol and Leia Albornoz | December 19, 2024

DJ Kenny Clay (‘25) is now on deck.   After a long wait the DJ set up is finally back in Fawcett...

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Jialu Chen (‘24) listens to “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault)”, her favorite vault track written by Taylor Swift.
An analysis of 13 of Taylor Swift’s best songs
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From making your morning latte to producing a hit song, Judcody Limon is a man of many talents. When not working at Webb, you can find him experimenting with beats and writing lyrics. "I'm feeling confident enough about [making music] to where I'm pushing out my own stuff as opposed to holding off until I feel good enough about it,” said Judcody Limon.
Spotlight: Judcody Limon
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On December 12, 2024, at the Webb Schools' Jones dormitory, Sandy Li ('27) brought spooky vibes to campus. Sandy channeled her love for scary movies with a playful, eerie pose, evoking classic horror-inspired energy. "I really like scary movies because I love that rush of adrenaline when something jumps out at me," she said.
Webb Students' Best horror movies to watch in 2024
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During her free block in Stockdale Community Center, Emma Kaivan-Mehr (‘27) reads an NBC News article titled “Trump won the Presidency. Here’s what he’s said he’ll do.” “I didn’t see many people affected positively or negatively by the election,” Emma said. This lack of emotion concerning Trump’s reelection was prevalent in the Webb community post-election.
Donald Trump’s reelection: why Webbies should care
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Every Monday, prefects gather in the Arts Lab to brainstorm ideas and finalize plans for the upcoming holiday party. Led by Dr. Ardina Greco, prefect council advisor, the prefects have been organizing the event since before Thanksgiving break, with each prefect contributing ideas to make the evening memorable. “Every time the prefects host some sort of event on campus, there’s a lot of work that happens behind the scenes that people don’t always recognize,” Sydney Morales (‘25) said. Every year, the Holiday party is the most anticipated event of the winter season.
Upper Dorms light up for the Holiday party
Columns and Series
Standing in front of the Jackson Library, Stephanie Ma (‘25), Co-Editor of Opinion and honor council member, ponders over Neria Spence’s “Disband the Honor Council” Hot Take Tuesday. Disagreeing with the hot take, she decides to respond.
HC Corner part 2: response to Hot Take Tuesday “Disband the Honor Council”
Arts Adventure
Arts Adventure
Sophie Lin (‘26) sits in the common area of Jones dormitory with a guitar on her lap, writing a song. Music is a shared interest and hobby among many Webb students because it can easily resonate and connect with different people. “I really appreciate the beauty of melodies. I can express myself freely through music.” said Sophie.
How to write a song
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News
Daira Kaufman, Webb’s choreographer for the dance company instructs the whole dance team. Ms. Kaufman has been choreographing the dancers in many different styles of dancing to perform for the dance show. ”Styles and themes include contemporary dance, jazz, hip hop, K-pop, ballet, dance theater, dance as political satire, dance as resistance, a Community Dinner like you've never seen before, and so much more,” said Ms. Kaufman.
Webb’s dance program leaps into a new chapter
Sydney Mildon, Chief Editor of Features | December 16, 2024
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Tyler Liu (‘25), a local day student, runs alongside West Baseline Road. Here, the road is riddled with imperfections and hasty patches, though there may be hope for a solution soon. The City of Claremont began a near $2 million citywide street resurfacing project approved at the May 28 City Council meeting. This project, which will span from Indian Boulevard to Towne Avenue, has locals hoping that this is a precursor to changes across all streets. “I can definitely feel some bumps while driving to school,” Tyler said.
Claremont, local politics, and you: what changes are happening around Webb?
Phillip Park, Editor of Science and Technology | December 16, 2024
Every Monday, prefects gather in the Arts Lab to brainstorm ideas and finalize plans for the upcoming holiday party. Led by Dr. Ardina Greco, prefect council advisor, the prefects have been organizing the event since before Thanksgiving break, with each prefect contributing ideas to make the evening memorable. “Every time the prefects host some sort of event on campus, there’s a lot of work that happens behind the scenes that people don’t always recognize,” Sydney Morales (‘25) said. Every year, the Holiday party is the most anticipated event of the winter season.
Upper Dorms light up for the Holiday party
Elena Petrova, Editor-in-Chief | December 14, 2024
Students fill nearly every seat in the dining hall, catching up with friends over lunch. Food is undeniably an important part of the Webb life, so a total of 250 students and faculty communicated their opinions about the dining hall food through the food survey sent out by Michael Hoe, Assistant Head of School. “It's empowering to be able to give feedback on stuff that's going well and not going well,” Hanbo Xu (‘25) said. It has been about a month since students took the survey; what is occurring behind the scenes?
Food survey bridges student-admin communication
Kathy Duan, Chief Copy Editor | December 12, 2024
Natalie Au (‘26) portraying Pablo Picasso gives her presentation about Picasso’s life and achievements while Anna Park (‘26) records her as part of the project. Other students performing at the central tables in the library speak as their Spanish-speaking figures as well. “I had the most creative freedom during this project out of all my years [of Spanish] and [got] to bring in my passions from outside of Spanish class,” Natalie said. The project was an intriguing scene for anyone who saw students in their costumes; what happens behind the scenes?
Behind the scenes: Honors Spanish 3 students vivify Spanish-speaking figures
Kathy Duan, Chief Copy Editor | November 21, 2024
Opinion
During her free block in Stockdale Community Center, Emma Kaivan-Mehr (‘27) reads an NBC News article titled “Trump won the Presidency. Here’s what he’s said he’ll do.” “I didn’t see many people affected positively or negatively by the election,” Emma said. This lack of emotion concerning Trump’s reelection was prevalent in the Webb community post-election.
Donald Trump’s reelection: why Webbies should care
Ava Crane, Staff Writer | December 16, 2024
Emma Kaivan-Mehr (‘27) reaches for the last paper cup in the dispenser, ignoring the stack of reusable glass cups sitting just to her left. This moment underscores a common tendency within the Webb community to choose the most convenient, disposable option rather than the smarter, more sustainable choice right in front of them. “We had to limit paper cups to only afterschool and afternoon activity. This change was necessary to limit the overuse of disposable cups, as the ongoing expense of purchasing paper cups became unsustainable,” said Armando Amezcua, Director of Food Services.
Webb’s sustainability efforts are strong, but the community is not doing its part
Chijioke Mgbeke, Staff Writer | December 13, 2024
Walking through target aisles, there are many options to choose from when picking shampoo, deodorant, and body wash. It is clear that products gearing toward women have a clear price difference: the women’s razors with three cartridges are the same price as the men’s razors that come with six. “I think [women’s products being priced more] is very unfair because menstruation is an inevitable part of being a female,” Jia Ni (‘26) said. Each product on the men’s side of the aisle looked exactly the same while the women’s products have cool unique quirks. The products that geared toward men lack aesthetic but appear price friendly.
The problem with the Pink Tax
Berklee Antecol, Chief of Social Media | December 12, 2024
On this table is Biscoff Crumbles, one of the most iconic drinks that the boba store Nobibi has to offer. It has a strong cinnamon taste blended into the cream. “The unique and sophisticated caramel sweet taste reminds me of cafes in Shanghai, which is my hometown,” Ethan Xi (‘27) said. The taste of boba is a signature Asian taste that brings students with Asian roots a connection to their culture.
Understanding boba culture at Webb
Anna Meng, Staff Writer | November 22, 2024
On their website, Victoria's Secret claims to "represent all women," an effort seen in their runway shows and campaigns. However, many, including Lucy Troendle (‘26), feel this doesn’t reflect true inclusivity. "I don’t feel represented at all by Victoria’s Secret,” Lucy said.
From angels to real women? Why Victoria’s Secret’s rebrand did not work
Zona Zhou, Copy Editor | November 14, 2024
Chappell Roan has not only found herself in the spotlight of fame, but also in the spotlight of controversy. Her push to ask questions and truly learn about candidates has ignited intense debate amongst voters and fans or hers. “People were pushing her to vote for Kamala Harris but Chappell was pushing for proper research and authenticity, which is far more important than a presidential campaign, in my opinion,” said Emily Thornton (‘25).
Chappell Roan and nuance — why we need civil discourse
Leia Albornoz and Dessie Koehn | November 4, 2024
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Culture and Lifestyle
Isamar Theobald (‘25), Jarra Jallow (‘25), and Frannie Hinch (‘25) exit Target, one of the stops on the Webb Loop, and make their way back to the van to return to Webb. On the Webb Loop they made stops at both Claremont Village and Target. “It was super convenient and fun that we got the chance to pick up some Philz Coffee then get picked up by the Webb Loop to head over to Target,” Isamar said. Overall, students have been relaying positive feedback to this new form of weekend transportation.
Webbies weigh in on the new Webb Loop
Yuki Layman, Public Editor | December 16, 2024
On December 12, 2024, at the Webb Schools' Jones dormitory, Sandy Li ('27) brought spooky vibes to campus. Sandy channeled her love for scary movies with a playful, eerie pose, evoking classic horror-inspired energy. "I really like scary movies because I love that rush of adrenaline when something jumps out at me," she said.
Webb Students’ Best horror movies to watch in 2024
December 16, 2024
As the holiday season approaches, the Dance Club is hosting a festive K-pop random dance event during lunch at the Stockdale Community Center. “Random dance is when you hear a song that you know the dance to, you come out to the floor and dance. You can jump in and just enjoy the vibe,” said Anna Zeng (‘25), co-president of the Dance Club. The Dance Club sends out song requests and reveals the final list a while before the actual event, so people can practice beforehand if they wish to learn new choreography.
Clubs and upcoming activities during the holiday season
December 12, 2024
Left to right, clockwise: Da Nang, a coastal city in central Vietnam; Angel Falls, a waterfall in southeastern Venezuela; Pokrom village in Eastern Region of Ghana; Villagers make jollof rice in Pokrom; Labadi beach, one of Accra's beaches, Ghana; Ms. Suarez and tourists during a boat tour in Canaima National Park, Venezuela; Nha Trang, a coastal resort city in southern Vietnam; Da Nang, Vietnam.
Explore hidden gems this winter break: Venezuela, Ghana, and Vietnam
November 22, 2024
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Features
Webb students and faculty pose in front of the backdrop at the Student Diversity Leadership Conference (SDLC), themed “Meeting the Moment: Anchoring & Enriching Our Education Futures.” The conference provided impactful workshops and discussions on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). “It was a transformative experience to connect with others who share my identity and goals,” said Jayden Aleman (’26), a participant of this year’s SDLC. Students gained valuable insights and were inspired to foster positive change within their community. Photo Credit: Mr. Choi
Webb students bring SDLC insights home
Catherine Shen | December 19, 2024
Maddie Leiva (‘27) and Gavin Hamilton (‘27) dramatically pose while holding signs promoting the democratic and republican parties respectively. The two students are both expressing dismay for each other's signs, however situations such as this disagreement are encouraged at Webb. “It's important to keep people in your life that you disagree with, because it kind of affirms what you really believe in,” Saraya Chigoji (‘27) said. Moments of debate build stronger individuals who can allow political differences to coexist.
Political Diversity could advance the Webb community
December 19, 2024
From the moment young Emily Thornton (‘25) slipped into her purple helmet, pink fairy wings, and a cascade of pearl necklaces, she expressed her own definition of fashion creatively. Her bold red outfit and fearless mix of accessories reflect a personality that thrives on self-expression and imagination. "Just start being creative, do what inspires you, and it doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks of your style,” Emily said. Her words reflect the fearless approach she takes in both design and life.
Student in Focus: Emily Thornton, fashion designer
December 16, 2024
Student government meets in the Fawcett library to discuss the budget and decorations for the Winter Formal. Since Homecoming at the start of November, members of the student government have been diligently planning another exciting event, which will take place at Webb. “The Winter Formal Committee and I all hope for a fun event that will uplift community spirit during a time of stress and hard work,” said Albert Luo (‘27), sophomore vice president . Student leaders finalize plans including the budget, decorations, and assignment of roles, hoping for community engagement and a time where everyone can de-stress and have fun.
StuGov serves the community yet again: Webb’s Winter Formal
December 16, 2024
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Sports
On October 29th, after an intense game, Webb varsity water polo players participated in the customary post-game high five with the opposing team, Pioneer High School. This game marked the beginning of CIF and ended with a promising score of 13-4. “Coming in as the underdogs brings a thrill of uncertainty to the playoffs and knowing we're playing our best is encouraging,” Neil Xu (‘27) said. As the team steadily progresses through CIF, their advancement raises the question: how did the team get here despite not participating in any league games?
Varsity water polo strives for CIF victory
Gianna Darden, Editor of News | November 14, 2024
Varsity girls' tennis had their senior night match last week. Claudia Yang (‘25), Jasmine Beseth (2’5), Saira Bhagat (‘25), Penelope Sugihara (‘25), and Lindsey Azurin (‘25) can be seen posing with their fellow seniors. The Gauls overall performed well and won against Pacifica Christian.
Girls’ tennis dominates their senior night
Sohum Uppal, Editor of Sports | November 11, 2024
It is 4:55 PM. Webb’s two upper tennis courts nestled in between the Jameson, Kirkhill, and Appleby dorms, glowing beneath an October sky washed in crimson. Soon, darkness will settle, and with daylight savings pushing sunset an hour earlier, dwindling light will make it tough for the players to carry on. “A few small lights would a nice addition,” said Larry (‘26).
From classrooms to courts: Webb’s vision for enhancing sports infrastructures
Andy Liu and Ethan Undello | October 29, 2024
The fall sports teams are kicking off their season with strong performances. For instance, the football team showcases resilience in a tough match, the girls' cross-country team poses after a tiring race, and the boys' cross country and water polo teams practice for their next league game. “It was wonderful seeing huge improvements from everyone on the team,” said Dorothy Ma (‘25), a girls’ cross country runner. As these teams advance in their season, they are looking forward to hopefully seizing a spot in league and in CIF playoffs.
Better together: Fall sports 2024 updates
Kathy Duan, Freya Fu, Andy Liu, Miranda Li, and Lily Youngstrom | October 7, 2024
Starting pitcher and fourth in the batting lineup Ayan Kaushal (‘24) receives wise words from catcher Mikey Pino (‘26) to help kick off the game with a quick inning. Kaushal, this year's baseball team captain, communicates with his catcher with confidence and calmness to ensure that all throw calls are understood and the inning goes by smoothly. The WSC Gauls played a strong first playoff game against Calvary Chapel, winning in the last inning 4-3.
Webb Baseball Erupts with a Comeback Season
Nicolaas Grobler and Ethan Normann | May 22, 2024
Sophomore catcher Mikey Pino (‘26), who has already logged 17 hits and 16 runs with a season batting average of .436, extends his arms as he drives the outside pitch to right field for a double, putting the team in a great position to score. “I have felt really good in the box while hitting,” said Mikey Pino (‘26), “Recently I feel like I cannot get out, I feel amazing”
Webb baseball charges ahead in playoff run
Troy Seanoa, Ethan Normann, and Brandon Arteaga | March 29, 2024
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Science & Technology
In Webbs new innovation wing, new computers line the walls of studio B. With amazingly high GPU and stunning graphics, students' reactions are overwhelmingly positive, “The computers will really benefit the future of Webb, and Webb GPT, it will also help with student development” Says Nora Mu (‘27). The computers in studio B are also not too far off from the ones that are tasked with powering AI. Seeing a actual example of these computers can help us understand how AI is powered.
The environment and AI: stay informed
Dessie Koehn, Staff Writer | November 22, 2024
Sophomores and juniors in Technology and Innovation Seminar 1.0 work on designs for their projects. Since the removal of AP Computer Science from course selections, students found themselves signing up for its replacement. “I signed up for this course because there was no APCS course, and it seemed fun to build projects and learn about software or hardware engineering,” Julie Liu (‘27) said. Although APCS has been removed from the program, its substitution, Technology and Innovation Seminar 1.0, is just as fun, with students developing their own projects and using critical thinking skills to solve problems.
What happened to the AP Computer Science course offered to sophomores?
Alexandra Wang, Staff Writer | November 14, 2024
Opening the WebbGPT website, Christina sees an array of blue colors along with different tabs that interest Christina Young (‘25). “I am interested to see how WebbGPT works,” Christina said. It's an interesting concept that Webb came up with that I am excited to try out.” Although the website is online, it is still not ready to be used by all Webb students yet. However, the goal of this program is to eventually assist all Webb students in academics and school life.
What happened to WebbGPT?
Sydney Mildon and Miranda Li | October 29, 2024
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