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Webb students HO HO HOpe you have a wonderful winter break

Nicole Rabadi and Taylor Crawford
December 17, 2021
Francesca Lascano (’23)
The Webb Canyon Chronicle staff lines up to wish the rest of the student body Happy Holidays and a great break.
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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.
Webb reduces paper cups in the dining hall
Holiday decorations relieve stress around Webb campus
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
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
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
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
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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.
Breaking the barrier: making the Deans' Building more approachable
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.
Dr. Theresa Smith navigates AI incorporation at Webb
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.
Girls’ basketball has come with a unique surprise this winter season
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?
What does it mean to be a student leader?
(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.”
Webbies change the world in Science Fair Research Lab
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.”
New DJs on deck!
About the Contributors
Nicole Rabadi
Nicole Rabadi, Staff Writer
A friendly and sociable leader from La Verne, Nicole Rabadi (‘24) is thrilled to join the Webb Canyon Chronicle as a staff writer. Shown through her leadership positions on campus, Nicole loves helping others, as VWS class of 2024 president and admission fellow. Nicole’s passion for service combined with her love for science has pushed her towards the medical field as an aspiring doctor. An avid volleyball player, Nicole has been playing the sport for three years and is now a member of Webb’s varsity team as well as a club player for T Street. When not on the court, you can catch her at the beach, the Claremont Village, or playing with her sister. This past summer, she spent most of her time outdoors: hiking, bobsledding, ziplining, and traveling to Newport Beach. As a team player, Nicole hopes to use her first full year on Webb’s campus to collaborate with other journalists and create content on sports, campus life, and students’ opinions. Favorite song: "Levitating" by Dua Lipa
Taylor Crawford
Taylor Crawford, Chief Editor of Culture & Lifestyle
Fitting for the Chief Editor of Culture & Lifestyle, Taylor Crawford (‘23)’s many interests help her create a vibrant presence in her section. As a resident of Glendora, Taylor enjoys playing soccer, shopping, and occasionally reading. She is a member of the VWS varsity soccer team as well as the soccer club Legends FC. She spent her summer in northern California with her church, spending lots of time hanging out with her family and friends cultivating meaningful relationships. Last year, Taylor wrote multiple articles, but she was most proud of iWebb, which is the Webb version of iCarly. Taylor also has leadership roles on campus, as she is a new member of the day student prefect group. Her commitment takes root in seminary, which she partakes in every day before school.  During her free time, she watches her favorite shows, Criminal Minds, Knight and Day, and listens to her favorite artist Justin Bieber. This year, Taylor hopes to leave her legacy in journalism by making more entertaining videos and articles.  Favorite Song: “Valerie” by Mark Ronson and Amy Winehouse