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VOLUME 109 ISSUE 2 OCTOBER 20. 2022
IN THE NEWS
SOUTH PASADENA HIGH SCHOOL 1401 FREMONT AVE, SOUTH PASADENA, CA 91030
PCC OUTREACH
PINK OUT
ARTS CRAWL
Pasadena City College will be hosting an outreach visit at the little theatre on Wednesday, Oct. 26.
SPHS ASB will put on a Pink Out Spirit Day for breast cancer awareness on Friday, Oct. 21.
South Pasadena will host the Arts Crawl on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 3-8 p.m. for a night of art and music
SPHS teacher recognized with award
STORY ETHAN KWAK PHOTO EMIKO (EMI) ESSMILLER
As an English teacher, Kadri’s passion for social issues often brings her instruction beyond just textbook learning.
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A strong advocate for progressive education, Kadri strives to make her classroom a safe and inclusive space for all, evidenced by the motivational and social justice posters adorning the walls.
nglish teacher Rama Kadri was awarded as a recipient of the 2022 University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award. Kadri also received a certificate and commemorative award for her nomination. According to the University of Chicago website, the award “gives newly admitted students the opportunity to recognize the educators who have made a difference in their lives.” Only a small handful of educators are chosen from the thousands of schools globally attended by UChicago students. Teacher nominees share many characteristics such as passion and kindness and go above and beyond teaching requirements. When debating between a career in law or education, Kadri took into consideration her love of reading, leadership, and literary analysis. Ultimately, she decided on education. Now, six years into teaching at SPHS and eight years into her career in education, Kadri’s passion and dedication shows in her professional and personal interactions. “I wanted to become a teacher so that I could work with students and hopefully spark their passion for making meaningful change in the world around them,” Kadri said. When she initially received notice of her awardment, Kadri felt extremely humbled. She never expected to be recognized for her work as an educator. “It means a lot especially because I had gotten to know [the student who nominated me for the award] at a personal level for all four years of high school through Peer Mediators,” Kadri said. “This really reinforces how much I value building personal connections with students. These relationships are one of the main reasons I do this job.”
“I definitely think I’m someone who really advocates for a progressive mindset,” Kadri said. “My passion for social issues is something that drives my instruction and my interactions with students.” Kadri serves as the advisor of the Peer Mediators and the Anti-Bias Club. As an advisor, she facilitates what these student-led directives focus on. The Peer Mediators work on resolving student conflicts and raising awareness about student health issues around campus. On the other hand, the Anti-Bias Club engages in discussions on how to approach racism effectively at SPHS and the South Pasadena Community, and the group also educates students at the South Pas elementary schools and have been advocating for a Black Lives Matter Mural in the city. Additionally, Kadri finds it important to highlight the collaboration of teachers and staff to ensure an all-encompassing education for SPHS students. “I think it’s important to celebrate the efforts of SPHS’s entire school staff,” Kadri said. They are dedicated to not only supporting students academically and professionally but also personally in what they are passionate about.”
THE TAO OF SEX
HORROR VILLAINS
GIRLS BASKETBALL
Tiger analyzes how religious institutions have stigmatized sex and expresses how the American sexual liberation movement has mimicked established Eastern philosophies.
Tiger explores how societal ills that are present within American culture are represented as the antagonists of stories within horror films and pop culture.
Hoping for another successful year, the South Pasadena Girls’ Basketball Team prepares for their Rio Hondo League games starting their season in the first week of January.
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