The Spartan is a monthly publication created by the communications class at the La Cañada High School. All the stories in the publication reflect the opinion of each individual writer. The Spartan reports the events that occur on campus, around the community, and throughout the world. We hope to be a voice for the students and staff at LCHS.
Mr. Ben Powers creates the curriculum of Communications, and oversees the publication The Spartan. The course strives to teach the importance of journalistic writing, illuminate the tenets of ethical reportage, and instill critical thinking abilities in both the staff and the readers of The Spartan.
The Spartan newsroom is located in Room 203 at 4463 Oak Grove Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, California, 91011.The Spartan is the student-run newspaper at La Canada High School. The Spartan reports the events that occur on campus, around the community, and throughout the world. We hope to be a voice for the students and staff of our community.
We meet every school day during sixth period to write articles, design layout, and create spreads. Our Editorial Board comes up with article topics, edit articles, and create every page in the issue from start to finish.
The course strives to teach the importance of journalistic writing, illuminate the tenets of ethical reportage, and instill critical thinking abilities in both the staff and the readers of The Spartan. Layout is taught to those interested.
Mr. Romero, the advisor, oversees the publication of The Spartan. He can be reached through dromero@lcusd.net
If you are interested in joining, sign up for the Communications class. There are no eligibility requirements.
