Class of 2020 Senior Issue

If you see a group of friends together, laughing and making memories, Giselle Alrachid is sure to be right in the middle of it. She has spent the last four years enjoying Webb’s community environment, where she was easily able to interact with her friends at any given time. This close bond with her peers even drove her to join the VWS water polo team, where she found herself excited to go to practi...

Poet and actress Alia Al-Turki is headed for Broadway and the New York Times’ Best Sellers List. In Honors Creative Writing, Dr. Maxon saw her gift in writing and begged her to submit her work to Webb’s Breakfast literary magazine. Often described as a powerful force, Alia is outgoing, open-minded, and able to excel at anything she puts her mind to. During her first year at Webb, she landed a l...

Emily Arias has been properly “yee-hawing” for as long as she can remember, and much like a cowgirl, she knows all about the balance between hard work and fun. As an athlete, Emily has played a key role on the volleyball team, leading to back-to-back league championships and a state qualification. Her fierce determination to all her sports teams, including softball and waterpolo, was rewarded wit...

Kush Arya lives his life to a simple creed: it is in falling short of your own goals that you will surpass those who exceed their own. Kush has tirelessly pursued his dreams since well before he discovered a love for coding in grade school, and with every new language he learned, his burning desire for knowledge only grew fiercer. From coding in his free time to taking college-level classes, Kush has...

If you ever walk into the library and hear a loud screech coming from Berry Center, chances are it came from Jonathan Becker. One may think it is quite unusual for someone to make as many weird noises as Jonathan, but it is in his nature. He describes his life as “one prolonged meme.” Jonathan loves creating, collecting, and sharing memes. He is constantly making lists and ranking things, and h...

Everyone knows Ariel Benjamin. And not just because of her amazing chapel talk, her position as an admission fellow for the past two years, or the fact that she has been on the Liu/Cheung stage acting or singing in almost every production for her entire Webb career. Everyone knows Ariel because she makes an active effort to know and care about everyone else — and maybe because she went viral on TikTo...

Whenever Ryan Bridges is around, Webb is filled with positive energy. No matter if Ryan is on the baseball field or in his favorite teacher Dr. Beikmann’s classroom, he is always engaged and ready for more challenges. Speaking of baseball, Ryan started playing when he was four years old and will continue his career in college. During his time at Webb, Ryan has had the most fun hanging out with h...

Kyle Burt has always loved the outdoors. An avid fisherman for years now, Kyle learned the skill from his grandfather before going on to create the Fishing Club during his junior year. The club allowed Kyle to further develop his passion while also spending time with his friends. Two years ago, he attended the Survival Skills 1.0 Unbounded trip, which encouraged him to take the Leadership in the Wilderness course to learn more ab...

Having resided in seven different countries ranging from Malaysia to Ecuador, Thomas Campana is a certified globetrotter. Because he has moved every two to three years for his mom’s work with the U.S. Embassy, Thomas has experienced culture from all over the world and developed a love of traveling. Even though Thomas only joined the Webb community in his junior year, he immediately took on leadersh...

Anyone who plays football or baseball against Webb could very possibly wake up in the middle of the night with their bed soaked with sweat, thanks to Alex Cardenas. He gives his opponents nightmares because of his fierce determination and work ethic in athletics. After a slow start, Alex hit a turning point for his Webb athletic career in his junior year when he gained more confidence and bonded with...

If you have ever seen a guy wandering around campus wearing funny cat shirts, like shirts with cats floating in space or eating pizzas, that dude is no doubt, Malachi Cassel. Malachi might appear quiet in classes, but he has a wild soul outside the classroom. Once, he decided to jump over the rocks behind the guard shack at the loop and ended up cutting his head open on the corner of the shack in f...

Rebeca Castro’s personality could be described as different shops at Claremont Village: “I Like Pie,” a pie shop for foodie lovers, “Rhino Records,” a music store with hidden gems like Linda Ronstadt and Billie Holiday, and “Tocaja,” a tea store known for for their ambitious thinkers who drink boba daily. This Birkenstocks-loving-gal always likes to stay busy. She can be seen on campus...

Angie Chen loves to meow. Sad meows, happy meows, scared meows, you never know when you will be blessed with Angie’s iconic meow. Apart from the meows, she also shares cats’ loving personality as she is an incredibly supportive friend and a caring upperclassman. Having spent all four years in the Hutches, she enjoys helping and watching the freshmen grow in the dorms. But these personality traits ar...

Have you ever seen Summer Chen’s stuffed animal collection? If you have, you know the care and dedication Summer puts into maintaining the well-being of her stuffed animals (or jellies as she calls them). This care is imbued in everything else she does for Webb. To her friends, Summer is the most loyal and caring person you could meet. Whenever someone needs a back-up drummer, a buddy to walk home w...

Enya Chi has a wide array of passions, ranging from Webb’s humanities courses to her love for Kpop, specifically Eric Nam. Anyone who knows Enya Chi knows that she has a passion for the humanities. Learning about how society functions and taking Advanced Studies Existentialism and the Human Conditions, her favorite class, has prompted her to pursue her interest in Sociology at Wellesley College....

Jayden Chiu lives by the Lionel Messi quote: “I start early and I stay late, day after day, year after year. It took me 17 years and 114 days to become an overnight success.” Following Messi’s words, Jayden is a diligent and passionate student who appreciates Dr. Lofgren, his Advanced Studies Paleontology teacher, for being a great mentor by guiding him through his many research. Outside of t...

If you want to be introduced to songs by Radiohead, learn how to throw in shot put, or have someone cheer you up after a hard day, Christopher Conte is the perfect person. Chris has fun at Webb thanks to his favorite events such as Webb Day, his best friends Alex Cardenas (‘20) and Ryan Bridges (‘20), and his favorite teacher Mr. Rogers. On weekends, Chris spends most of his time listening to r...

If you have ever mistaken Amelie Cook for Dr. Cantwell, do not feel bad. Even Amelie herself has noticed the uncanny resemblance. Not only do they look alarmingly similar but they also share a love for the humanities. Coincidentally, they both have worked together on Webb’s literary magazine, Breakfast. Amelie loves to write and has been a part of the Webb Canyon Chronicle since her sophomore year...

Eleanor Corbin is ready to take on the world. She is a powerful and ubiquitous presence on campus who has served many roles: a day student prefect junior year, a member of the Honor Cabinet senior year, and co-captain of the debate team. Eleanor loved being a part of her senior class skit at Theme Nights, but she also loved her junior year Prom. It is hard to say what she loved more: dancing with he...

Whether it be on the court, on the field, or onstage, Hannalise Davidson jumps into the spotlight wherever she goes. A Claremont native, Hannalise has found plenty of ways to bridge the gap between day students and boarders at Webb. She loves going out with her friends, going on hikes, and just driving around in her truck. It is no surprise that Hannalise has made a family at Webb; she has the inn...

If you see a local hypebeast boasting about his cars in Grand Theft Auto, it is probably Will Deng. Alongside Will's commitment to video games, he has also been part of Webb’s badminton team with coach Kevin Quick. He is determined both in and out of the sport; with his powerful serves and overheads, he never takes no for an answer. This WSC student loves to order food on Friday nights and adventure ...

Gil Dominguez-Letelier lives by the famous “How I Met Your Mother” quote, “If you’re not scared, you’re not taking a chance. And if you’re not taking a chance, then what are you doing?” Over the past four years, Gil has certainly taken as many chances as possible. As a freshman, he bought pizza for hoards of new friends just to make movie night on South Hutch patio a little more fun, ...

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Ping Fong was thoroughly prepared for the hustle and bustle of Webb. He has found his place at Webb studying in the dorms while listening to pop music, playing varsity badminton and soccer, confiding in Mr. Quick, going out with his friends, and eating salmon in the dining hall. Ping excels in his humanities classes, especially enjoying Advanced Studies Humanities The...

At some point during your Webb career, you must have heard Ashley Fu’s beautiful singing, whether it was at Jubilee, school events, choir performances, or in the shower stall next to you in South Hutch. Not only is Ashley a talented singer, she is also a skilled ukulele player who writes songs in her free time. When she is not immersed in the world of music, Ashley loves going out to the mall in ...

Candy Gao aspires to make the world a better and happier place, so there is no doubt that she enjoys her role as a dorm prefect in Appleby, bonding with her dormmates and brightening their days. As an avid lover of performing arts, Candy enjoys being a member of Music of the Generation Club and expressing her emotions through song-writing and choreography. She had the opportunity to perform for Webb...

If you are looking for a friend who loves to have spontaneous, stress-free dance parties on the weekend, Jasmine Garcia is your girl. Although she had never taken any formal dance classes before Webb, she found a love for the sport in the fall season with Mr. Szanyi, where she was able to release her nerves from the day with no pressure. Along with Mr. Szanyi’s lessons, Jasmine is grateful for her rel...

Liam Gerken’s most common one-liner — “that’s insane!” — proves that he is bursting with energy at all times. Liam’s vibrance reaches many people on campus, from serving as a day student prefect, a group he believes is underrated at Webb, to being a part of the varsity cross country team. Although Liam does not particularly enjoy running, choosing to focus on his love for his teammates a...

Kate Guernsey’s door is always open, literally and metaphorically. Apart from her broken door in North Hutch that refuses to shut, her room could be confused for a freshman advice hub or a refuge for her day student friends — it is always occupied. Kate has a calming presence that naturally welcomes people, but her energy and soul should not be overlooked. Embracing her free spirit, Kate departed ...

A born leader, Jay Gupta embodies the characteristics of a lion as the “king of the forest.” Like a lion, Jay balances his social and private life well, from planning a successful Theme Nights and Prom as the president of his class to eating at restaurants with friends, where the chef made fun of his crew. Besides advocating for the people in his class, Jay dominates debate tournaments and has won ...

If you ever hear spirited screaming bouncing off the hallway in Jones, it is probably Sara Hagiwara. Although she is known for her goofiness, Sara has exemplified leadership at Webb as sophomore class vice president, junior and senior class presidents, and co-founder of the Japanese Club. Her favorite class is AP Calculus AB because of the social environment created by her charismatic teacher, Mr....

Christopher Haliburton always puts himself out there. The only member of the Class of 2020 to make the switch from day student to boarder, he is not afraid of taking risks or making changes. His brave, outspoken personality shines through his social justice activism, an interest sparked by his participation in the Student Diversity and Leadership Conference during his junior year. He is grateful for...

Make way for “Captain Aspen America!” A Marvel-loving Avengers fan since day-one, Aspen has the heart of Captain America but the same passion for archery as Hawkeye. Aspen’s spirited personality is seen through her love for archery: aiming for her goal and shooting for it. Beyond archery, she is a woman of many talents, ranging from running regular 5k runs for the VWS cross country team, sho...

Gabe Hong is much more than just his well-known long hair: he is a leader both on and off campus. As a peer advisor, Gabe enjoys getting a preview of what the Webb community will look like in the year to come, and he values being able to bond with the newest Webbies. In the afternoons, Gabe can almost always be found in the pool swimming or playing water polo, where he enjoys getting to work with ...

If you are ever stuck in an awkward situation with nothing to say, you might want to listen to Akira Hori’s favorite quote from Duck Dynasty: “Hey can mean anything. It can mean yes, it can mean maybe, it could mean no, it could mean next week. Hey, the bottom line is you have to understand me to understand hey.” If you do not know Akira, he enjoys hanging with his friends — whether it is s...

If you hear the newest Tyga album blasting on the weekends, Alice Hou is probably chilling with her friends in the dorms. From being the co-head of the International Student Liaison to the co-captain of the varsity cross country team, Alice has left an unforgettable mark on the Webb community with her contagious laughter and positivity. After moving from Hong Kong to Claremont during her sophomore ...

If Frank Hu were an animal, he would be a hedgehog. On the outside, some see him as just another guy with spiky hair and a quiet, composed personality, but once you get to know him, he is full of energy, sharp-minded, and loved by all. Whether he is working in difficult humanities classes like Advanced Studies Gothic & Horror, patrolling the freshman dorms as a head prefect, or playing soccer on C...

Perhaps even more than her graceful performances in winter concerts or excelling the hardest course load Webb offers, Webb will never forget Alina Hu’s signature laugh. She often bursts into fits of laughter over the nerdiest jokes or weirdest puns, willing to laugh at anything, including herself. Quiet, tall, and graceful, Alina is “adorkable,” being the combination of someone lovely and dorky....

Mo Igbaria epitomizes the image of a Webb senior. Always happy for company while procrastinating at the Senior Spot, he can be seen with his trusted entourage: basically anyone from the class of 2020. He is known for living in exercise clothes, either by breaking the dress code during the school day or changing right after the last block. His iconic style mirrors his love for wrestling and function...

Ian Iglehart coasts with his head down because he enjoys simplicity. On the pool deck, Ian is an active member of the swim team who can always be found chilling with his “swim homies” and respecting the solid program Mr. Rosenfeld runs. Starting sophomore year, Ian joined the paleontology program and even finished a research paper with Dr. Lofgren about some fossils Raymond Alf discovered in 1950....

Maya Jaffe has six children. Their names are Luna, Quinten, Ollie, Jax, Serena, and Valerie. It should also be noted that her children are not human, they are all succulents. As Webb’s resident astrology-loving, plant mom, Maya is one of the few people who can claim to embody all the characteristics of her star sign. She is a Capricorn through and through: an ambitious and persistent realist with a p...

Jill Ji has a laugh that can only be described as one of a kind. It is loud and high-pitched, capable of penetrating the thin walls of Jones dorm and traveling all the way through the second floor. Her laughter reflects her passionate character. Jill loves to dance, and one of her best Webb memories was dancing to K-pop music with her friends at Jubilee. Jill is also passionate about social issues ...

Renny Jiang is described as a panda by Megan Huang (‘21), despite her future as a Brown Bear. This adorable animal can be ingenious and discerning: over the course of Renny’s Webb career, she has won countless debate individual and team trophies, truly becoming a “finessing queen”—someone smart and multi-talented. A proud debate captain, Renny also leads the debate afternoon activity and m...

Tina Kabbouche has always been and always will be a “horse girl.” An avid animal lover, Tina has been fascinated with horses and has committed to a vegetarian lifestyle from a very young age. At Webb, her love for Advanced Studies Anatomy and Physiology surprised her; she did not think she would have so much fun memorizing bones. When she is not in class, watching Grey’s Anatomy, or practicing...

Denis Khononev is kind, easy-going, and cheerful. As an international student coming from Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Denis was nervous about finding friends to talk to at Webb — once he arrived on the campus and met his fellow classmates, he realized he had nothing to worry about. Denis loves how people at Webb are friendly and approachable; he likes how you can wave “hi” to anyone, even if you...

If you saw a photo taken by Colin Kidwell without any context, you would probably think it was taken by a professional. Many of his photos look like they belong in a critically acclaimed gallery, and one day they just might be. Besides his passion for photography, Colin is energetic, friendly, and introspective. Throughout his time at Webb, he has enjoyed classes such as Literature and Leadership in...

Sabrina Lapree-Chavez is an animal lover. She advocates for the ethical treatment of animals and yearns to know them on a more personal level. This passion for animals is what motivated her to go on a pre-vet track at Bucknell University next year, paving the way towards becoming an Animal Behaviorist. At Webb, Sabrina enjoyed Astrophysics with Mr. Hamilton, Honors Modern Women Writers with Ms. Brosh, an...

One of the first things you learn about Cayden Lazier when you meet him is that he is a baseball fanatic. In fact, his passion for the sport began 12 years ago, and he has been playing ever since. Although he also plays for a team outside of school, Cayden stays dedicated to the WSC baseball team, as they are like a second family for him (he has fond memories of their shenanigans together on Catalin...

If you have ever seen a grandma walking around campus or eating in the dining hall, chances are that is not a grandma but, in fact, Bridgette Lee. Every day, she finds the most comfy clothes she owns, looks in the mirror for the final approval “yes,” and goes about her day. Bridgette is unfeigned, indecisive, and wishful, and her good vibes will lift your spirits no matter what. She not only gi...

Harrison Lee is a ninja. Spotting him grabbing a bagel or lounging in the library in between classes is a rare sighting. Despite living in one of the furthest rooms from lower campus, he is always willing to make the walk up Gym Hill just to lie down in arguably the comfiest bed at Webb. But do not mistake his covertness as antisocial, because Harrison will usually be in his room with at least two o...

Perhaps the world’s greatest ferret enthusiast, Cecilia Li once doodled more than 160 ferrets on a single sheet of paper. Her love for the soft, furry mammal matches for her love of sleep and robotics. Joining the robotics team in the winter of her sophomore year, Cecilia quickly became Webb’s robotics queen, spending more time working in the program than any of her teammates as their co-capta...

Emily Li is a proud foodie. She has a huge appetite, eating 14 Upper House dumplings during ISL's Lunar New Year celebration. Emily is a sucker for free food in particular, attending every food event in the Dzula/Greco house. Along with her love for eating, Emily also has an appetite for punny jokes, which is why her favorite place is "online"; In five years, she sees herself "in the mirror, most likely." At...

Nancy Li lives the life of royalty. A Shanghai native, Nancy is gentle, graceful, and humble, but her personality also embodies passion and fierceness. She toured prospective families and shared her experience at Webb with them as an admission fellow, showcased her singing talents in Chamber Singers, thrived in all humanities courses, and expressed herself rigorously through music and words. Nancy ...

One month into high school, Emma Lin fearlessly ran around campus barefoot and performed crazy cartwheels in the quad. While this memory is one that Emma laughs at now, it highlights her energetic personality. Her love for school spirit landed her the positions of spirit commissioner and senior class vice president, where she was able to help bring the community together at her favorite event, Theme Ni...

Elaine Liu is one of the most thoughtful, kind, and polite people you will ever meet. After finishing a block of AP Chemistry, Elaine’s favorite class, you can either find her cooking dumplings in her dorm or dining out with her friends. Elaine is an all-out foodie: she will miss the hot pots in Santa Anita Mall and sushi in the Claremont Village the most when she goes to the University of Calif...

A seasoned programmer in robotics and a Computer Science enthusiast, Eric Liu is Webb’s resident techie. Although he has worked hard within Webb’s CS program, he is also proud of the two individual projects he completed outside of Webb: one focusing on programming specifically to analyze medical data on drug addiction and another one focusing on building a robot to heat and cool a pool. During...

Long before Leo Liu founded the Biology Club, became a peer advisor, and participated in JV tennis, he was the legendary freshman DJ in Fawcett Library. Hailing from Shenzhen, China, Leo is an easy-going person who is passionate about pursuing what makes him happy, such as playing video games and going out with friends. During his time at Webb, Leo particularly cherished his friends, his JV tennis coac...

Janitza Luna is indomitable and nothing can stop her. Her determination on the soccer field, in the classroom, and in the kitchen of a casual Asian fusion restaurant has made her a strong person, ready for the many challenges that life outside Southern California will offer. Next year, Janitza is heading off to Illinois to study sociology at her dream school, Northwestern University. Even though the har...

Proud to be the unorthodox protagonist of a Webb legend, Louis still laughs at himself for bringing coconuts into Holt and trying to throw a coconut party on the second day of school. Silly and intuitive, Louis wants to tell his freshman self, “Do not do stupid things.” His serious and compassionate side is exemplified by his experiences as the leader of A Perfect Love club and three-year badmin...

If you have ever spoken to Chris Ma, you have probably heard him mention Beijing Guoan, his favorite soccer team, at least once. Because he spent his childhood in Beijing, Chris comes from a family of avid soccer lovers, which has influenced him to participate in various supporter groups and clubs for the sport. Besides his devotion to soccer, Chris also enjoys playing badminton at Webb and watching ...

If you do not remember Justin by the library front desk, you will remember him on the Liu/Cheung Theater stage, smiling at his audience. Freshman year, Justin preferred to hide out in his room, struggling to find his place at Webb. He finally branched out during a baseball tournament that year on Catalina Island, where he bonded with his teammates and made some of his best memories. During sophomore...

If you walk past the Senior Spot and hear loud laughter, joyful conversations, and the opening hiss and crackle of a fresh LaCroix, it is probably Caroline Metyas. Her favorite class at Webb has been Advanced Studies Los Angeles Literary Culture because of the topic, classmates, field trip to Philz Coffee, and Dr. Riel’s passion for teaching the subject. Caroline is a four-year participant and co-...

If you have never had an opportunity to hear Molly Mitchell sing, you are missing out. Luckily, most of the Webb community has been graced by her amazing vocals through her performances in the musicals, Jubilee, and the Fawcett Library Performance Series. Molly says that the Webb theatre department made her realize her passion for performing and recognize her desire to pursue the field after high ...

Shelby Mokricky has been a leader on campus in almost every way imaginable. As a co-head of the peer advisors, she finds the optimism of Webb’s newest crop of students “refreshing.” In the afternoons, Shelby is co-captain of the VWS varsity soccer team and technical stage manager for Webb’s productions, including Pirates of Penzance and Mamma Mia!. Throughout her time at Webb, theatre tech ...

If you ever see someone doing cartwheels or rolling down the hill outside of Hooper Student Center with her friends, it is probably Michelle Munguia just messing around! Michelle displays her exuberant energy through the activities she loves most: serving her community as a head peer advisor and playing on the varsity water polo and volleyball teams. As an athlete, she has helped lead her volleyball ...

Chris Nditiru dominates both video game virtual worlds as well as the real world. When Chris is not improving his skills playing 2K video games at home, you can catch him on the upper tennis courts with Mr. Kozden and his friends. He also likes biking, cooking, and spending time with his brother. Chris enjoys watching horror movies. His favorite memories of freshman year were the times his buddies ...

You might run into Malika Neogi in Price Dining Hall where she often volunteers to help do dishes in the mornings. If you do not see her behind the dishwashing station, then you surely can find her at the gym. Malika loves working out and some of her favorite activities include playing volleyball, outdoor climbing, and CrossFit. Her other hobbies include hanging out with friends, spending time out...

You may think of Linh Nguyen as the aloof senior, dressed in black and never really seen on campus; in reality, he is more than what his monochromatic outfits give off. Linh created his favorite memories in the MacLeod dorms, where he proudly lived for three years, including the times he and his friends spent throwing paper towels at each other in the showers or playing music so loud that Mr. Valera h...

Kasra loves helping his friends. If you have seen Kasra around campus, chances are he was picking up food for his squad to enjoy later in the Ruddick Room. Kasra exudes enthusiasm, whether through expressing his love for the dining hall’s grilled cheese or for the WSC JV tennis team. While at Reynolds, he loves to settle down with gaming, watching Naruto, and blasting J. Cole’s “No Role Models.'' Kasra’s mos...

J.D. O’Donnell is undoubtedly one of the most familiar faces on campus, but he still finds unexpected ways to surprise people. As chair of the WSC dorm council, J.D. helps plan and direct many school events, and he is often immersed in the frontline — even being a co-host for Jubilee did not stop him from grabbing his guitar and performing on stage three times. J.D. is a year-round athlete at Webb...

Deanna Oei is a stealthy ninja and a bundle of joy. With her passion of working behind the scenes and creating activities for other people to enjoy, Deanna particularly likes participating in theatre tech as stage manager and navigating her role in student government as technology commissioner. A Claremont native, you can find Deanna savoring poke in the Claremont Village, binging on Raising Cane's chick...

On the outside, Caitlin Pender is intimidating, sarcastic, and a little pessimistic, but hidden inside is an athletic, smart, and laugh-out-loud type of girl. The entire campus can hear Mr. Jurczak yell “PENDER!” when this four-year varsity water polo player makes a splash in the pool. She also enjoys hanging with friends and annoying the coaches during swim season, despite her distaste for the sp...

Andrea Phung describes herself as “quiet, kind of, and awkward.” She might give off this impression to the uninitiated because she is a resident South Hutch lounge couch potato, but her deep involvement at Webb will make you think twice. A four-year athlete, Andrea will never forget running to Sprout’s and getting food with the JV tennis team. She also served as a day student prefect; from the...

When Vincent Pizano visited Six Flags amusement park for the first time at the age of seven, he discovered his passion for roller coasters. He was instantly captivated by their magical movements as well as their intriguing structures. Ever since then, he knew that he was going to grow up to become a mechanical engineer. Vincent’s favorite class at Webb was Integrated Math II with Mr. Neyer. One of ...

Luke Raus is a STEM and athletic powerhouse. His legacy as valedictorian and leader of Webb’s robotic, cross country, and track teams will linger long after he departs campus. He served on the Peer Advisor team during his junior year and the Honor Council during his senior year, utilizing his natural curiosity and goofiness to mentor his peers. Luke also possesses an artistic dimension; he loves...

Teja was born “Reddy” to overcome any challenges he may face in life, whether those challenges pertain to his passion for technology or his love of running. Having always felt at home around technology, it was only natural for Teja to develop his love for computers. Teja has already taken college level courses in Computer Science at Webb, and he will continue to take classes on this topic at H...

Shark Tank will have to make room for Robbie Reimer and one of his businesses in the future. From lemonade stands as a child to Mr. Rosenfeld’s Honors Stories & Studies of Entrepreneurs, Robbie has always been interested in learning more about the business world and making money. This passion has led him to Cal Poly Pomona, where he will study Business. Although Robbie is looking forward to pu...

Garrett Revelli is proud to be unapologetically himself every day. As one of the few people at Webb who can claim to be a full-fledged Eagle Scout, Garrett is extremely dedicated to staying active — even choosing to drive to Webb early in the morning to swim laps in the pool. Garrett is also a passionate cross country runner, tennis player, and even, for the first time this year, soccer player. ...

Victoria Romero may seem like a quiet person on the outside, but once you get to know her, she is one of the most fun people you will ever have the opportunity to be around. She lives by the anonymous quote, “Do your best and never give up,” which explains her extremely busy schedule and dedication to multiple activities. She balances running track at Webb, playing club soccer for Legends Academy...

One of the kindest and most open-hearted people you will ever meet, Isabelle Saad cherishes the people around her. When she is not busy working with the VWS Honor Cabinet or as an admission ambassador, Isabelle can be found spending time with her friends and family, baking, watching a movie, or attending church. She values the time she spent with the people close to her, which is why she appreciat...

Togrul Savalan exhibits his influential leadership through his actions. Whether he is crushing it at debate or introducing new faces to Webb’s campus as an admission ambassador, Togrul is a familiar and friendly person on campus. Togrul enjoys teaching the ropes of debate to younger Webbies and learning about new polarized topics that pertain to everyday life. Outside of Webb, you can catch Togrul w...

Ava Sinha loves animals. Ever since she was a child, she knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. Not only does she love animals, she is also enthusiastic about photography. Combining her love of animals and photography, she takes breathtaking photos of the outdoors to share with the world and help people gain an appreciation of the beauty in nature. At Webb, you can find Ava hanging with her close f...

If any of the VWS athletics awards did not have Chloe Stewart’s name on it, it must be the sport that Chloe does not play. For Chloe, sports are a way to express herself and release stress. Whenever she is playing, nothing else matters except the game. However, her numerous achievements in athletics are only a tiny hint of all she has to offer. As a dorm prefect, Chloe’s caring personality makes North ...

Bubble tea runs, waiting for food at the loop, jamming out to music with her friends, and much more: Kara truly takes advantage of all that Webb has to offer and always lives in the moment. You can often find her watching The Office, listening to Tyler the Creator, her idol, and snacking on gummy worms or gushers. Kara is truly a creative soul and is an avid fan of painting, creative writing, and f...

On the second day of freshman year, Lydia Toy slid down Gym Hill, skinning her knee on the unforgiving gravel and ruining her brand-new pair of Converse. But ever since, she has demonstrated what it means to bounce back on her feet. Lydia is the ultimate renaissance woman. She has worked to accomplish a lot, even in the face of challenges, whether as co-captain of the varsity volleyball team, star w...

It is Friday during lunch and Fawcett Library is hosting the weekly performance series. You walk inside to see a large crowd in the back. Everyone is jumping up and down to Webb’s, and possibly Claremont’s, best rapper, London Tyck. When the mic is in his hands, you best believe that he will be dropping the hottest bars you have ever heard. Besides dropping mixtapes, London also serves as a member ...

Coming from Rancho Cucamonga to board at Webb, Max Urias is one of the few boarders who can go home on the weekend. Max is known for his generosity — he often opens his home to his out-of-state and international friends. However, if you ever find yourself playing a one-on-one sniper battle in Call of Duty, do not expect the same kindness. From Warzone to Super Smash Bros, there is not a video game Max will not be...

If you have seen a girl with a brilliant smile chilling at the Senior Spot, you have met Amanda. If you have ever spoken to her, you have experienced Amanda’s kind and gentle nature, as well as empathy for everyone around her. Amanda also carries a flame within her — she is a fierce advocate for social justice, diversity, and community by speaking out for her beliefs. One of her most impactful contr...

Mia Wang exudes goofiness. With her friends, she cannot even walk straight when doubled over in laughter. Her silliness even landed her a CBO her sophomore year, but since becoming a Jones dorm prefect this year, she has learned to laugh at her mistakes. Mia loves her job as a prefect because she loves Jones; it was her home for two years, and it became a central aspect of her time at Webb. Some of he...

If you ever see a tall Asian boy walking on campus, chances are, it is Sydney Wang. Chinese born and raised, Sydney is everywhere on campus and is involved in many sports and organizations, such as cross country, swim, and orchestra. Although Sydney was a part of many activities throughout his Webb career, his favorite sport at Webb is triathlon. Additionally, he also appreciates Mr. Gerken and Mr. ...

Known for his classic t-shirt and shorts look, super blonde hair, friendly smile, and bright orange truck, Jacob Weigand is one of those people you are always happy to see. Radiating happiness himself, Jacob is usually excited to stop and chat with you too. His eagerness to help, meet new people, and immerse himself in the Webb community inspired him to become a peer advisor his junior year. He has...

If you are looking for someone who knows how to both bait a hook and score a soccer goal, Kellen Willmore is your guy. A soccer superstar since age four, Kellen has loved playing both in and out of Webb because of the sport’s team dynamic. He will continue his soccer career next year at the University of the Pacific, where he will be majoring in Environmental Science and Law. His passion for these ...

Splashing with her friends during water polo practice, listening to Kacey Musgraves on the pool’s sound system, and watching the cotton-candy California skies pass overhead is Sydney Wuu’s idea of a perfect day. Sydney is the embodiment of the Webb spirit. Dedicating herself to Student Government for all four years, a co-captain of varsity water polo and tennis, valedictorian, admission fellow...

When Albert Xu goes to college next year, the Les Perry gym, Alamo, and Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong restaurant will be missing a familiar face. Whether it began in Mr. Quick’s Advanced Studies Anatomy and Physiology class where he learned to stop fearing carbs or as a student trainer with Mr. G., Albert loves nutrition and health. He enjoys staying active by going to every open gym, participating in func...

Matriarchal, artsy, and enthusiastic are just a few of the traits that make up Doris Yuan’s complex character. Although matriarch seems like a weird word to call a 19-year-old girl, it fits Doris perfectly since she is known as the “Grandma” of Jones dorm — where she spent most of her time. This co-chair of the VWS Prefect Council cherishes her time playing with Sol and Ero, screaming the word...

Helina Zhao looks for fun in everything she does. Helina loves going out on weekends with her friends and living it up on incredible Webb weekend runs to Westfield Santa Anita or the beach. Her creativity is hardly bound to her weekend adventures, as she brings that same spirit to her interest in business, a passion that developed when she took Honors Stories & Strategies of Entrepreneurs with Mr. Duque...

If you ask the Webb community to describe Jenna Zhao, everyone will give you the same answer — philosophical. Jenna loves philosophy because it offers her different perspectives and helps shape how she acts and thinks. At Webb, you might find Jenna doing homework with her friends, leading the VWS varsity tennis team to victory as co-captain, or reading Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell. Webb fee...

Jeffrey Zhong embodies Webb’s “I think it’s fine” attitude. His calm approach to life has allowed him to juggle his commitments as WSC all-school president, Bio Club vice president, Star Wars Club vice president, and Marvel Club secretary. When not practicing for the varsity tennis team, you can probably find Jeffrey surfing YouTube, perfecting a diss track of Chris Haliburton, playing Wii S...