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COVID-19 Update and School Reopenings | Superintendent Geoff Yantz
Dear SPUSD Families,
We hope you and your families had a relaxing and safe Winter Break and are looking forward to a successful spring semester.
Last night during the Special Board Meeting, the SPUSD Board of...
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg | An Inspirational Champion of Equity
By Bobby T. Rimas
United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is unique in that she symbolizes an inspirational champion of equity. Ginsburg not only had a very influential impact within the legal profession,...
SPPD Weekly Crime Summary | Dec 29, 2020 – Jan 4, 2021
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An alert and well-informed citizen makes you less of a target...
Audition for Little Women at Young Stars Theatre
Young Stars Theatre is auditioning THIS weekend for a One-Act version of the American classic "Little Women"! Both youth and adults are encouraged to audition.
"We'll be performing it LIVE on Zoom, just like we...
Online Tutoring Available Through Public Library
Through Tutor.com the Library offers live help for students aged kindergarten to adult, in subjects like math, science, English, social studies, essay writing, resume writing, job hunting, and more!
Tutor.com is generously supported by the Friends of the...
You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman premiering on Playhouse Live
Pasadena Playhouse, The State Theater of California, announces the January 10, 2021 PlayhouseLive Online Opening Night of You I Like: A Musical Celebration of Jerry Herman, a virtual musical revue honoring the genius responsible...
TUESDAY | COVID Relief Q&A With Senator Portantino
State Senator Anthony Portantino will be hosting a live Small Business ZOOM/Webinar on Tuesday, January 5th, where he will discuss the roll out of the Governor's $500 million Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program with...
ROSE BOWL | College Football Game Retains Name During Texas Move
TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PRESS RELEASE
One of America’s oldest and most cherished New Year’s traditions will be maintained in 2021, albeit in a different locale, thanks to a cooperative agreement reached between the Tournament of...
Rose Parade Celebration | Special Segments Airing New Year’s Day
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses announced the nine featured segments appearing in “The Rose Parade’s New Year Celebration presented by Honda.” Each segment will spotlight award-winning float participants and sponsors, their Rose Parade legacy...
Angelenos Deserve Justice Reform
LA County Public Defender Media Release
On May 25, 2020 we witnessed a murder and heard cries to end systemic racism in the criminal legal system. That day, a social movement erupted across the nation....
SPPD Weekly Crime Summary | Dec 22-28, 2020
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An alert and well-informed citizen makes you less of a target...
Final Hours for Virtual Auction | Rose Parade Crunch Time Party
Many items, from dinners to getaways, are still up for grabs as the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Committee is holding its annual Crunch Time Party auction online this year on account of the...
SPPD Weekly Crime Summary: Dec 15-21, 2020
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An alert and well-informed citizen makes you less of a target...
Los Angeles County Awarded $6.4 Million to Help House Homeless Veterans
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded $46 million to Public Housing Agencies (PHA) across the country to help veterans at risk of experiencing homelessness. The award will help fund...
PARKING South Pasadena | Holiday Reprieve
The exemption is from December 19, 2020 at 2:00am through January 5 , 2021 at 6:00am.
Vehicles will need to display a valid overnight parking permit at 2:00am January 6.
For any questions call, (626) 403-7270.
Get to Know Nott & Associates | An Eye for Detail
Take a stroll down the streets of this city, and you will see what makes South Pasadena such a jewel. Amongst the mature trees are the homes, just as beautiful and natural to the...
Tree Lighting Ceremony Revitalizes Some Christmas Spirit
Earlier this month the South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) along with City Officials and the Chamber of Commerce took part in the annual tradition of lighting the enormous tree located on Meridian St right...
First COVID-19 Vaccines Administered in Los Angeles | Public Health
The first COVID-19 vaccine was administered in Los Angeles County on Monday.
The first shipment of vaccine arrived at one of nine pre-positioned sites, with the remaining eight sites receiving their shipment over the next...
Rose Parade New Year Celebration | Special Performances and Celebrity Guests Announced
Get ready to welcome the New Year with stars of the screen, stage and sports! Last week, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses® announced special performances and celebrity guests for “The Rose Parade’s New Year...
San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water | Upper District Ushers in Newly Elected Board with...
The Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District (Upper District) conducted its first meeting under a new governing board following the oath ceremony for Board Directors Ed Chavez, Charles Treviño, and Katarina Garcia. District...
SPUSD COVID-19 Update | Schools Reopening Plans
Dear SPUSD Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff,
We hope everyone is staying healthy and doing well as we prepare for our Winter Break. I wanted to provide you with a few updates with respect to...
Public Health | L.A. County’s First Confirmed COVID-19 Death in a Child
MEDIA RELEASE:
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has tragically confirmed the first COVID-19 death in a L.A. County child under the age of 18 years old. The child was hospitalized...
SPUSD Snapshot | SPHS Virtual Enterprise Shines at Competition
On November 17, 2020, the South Pasadena High School (SPHS) Virtual Enterprise Varsity team, “Pebbly” (a new-age spin on Gary Dahl’s classic pet rock) and Junior Varsity team, “My Meals” (customized gourmet meals delivered...
SPPD Weekly Crime Summary | Dec 1-7, 2020
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An alert and well-informed citizen makes you less of a target...
Operation Santa | Distributing Toys via Contactless Pickup to Thousands of Children in Need...
It’s hard to think of a year in recent memory when children and families were in more need of a little holiday cheer -- along with financial support and other essentials so many have...
Obituary | Victor Alan Robinette
Provided by The Robinette Family
Vic Robinette, the beloved husband of Gretchen Robinette, passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving night, November 26, 2020, in his South Pasadena home with Gretchen at his side. Vic embraced life...
Assemblymember Holden Reintroduces ‘George Floyd Law’
Tuesday, Asemblymember Chris Holden reintroduced his police reform legislation, AB 26, that establishes clear guidelines for police responsibility and accountability when witnessing excessive force by another member of law enforcement.
“We are calling for responsibility...
Application Deadline Extended | Emergency Rental Assistance Program
PRESS RELEASE:
The City of South Pasadena has extended the application deadline for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (EARP) to February 1, 2021 to allow tenants additional time to apply for assistance after the holidays....
Outgoing Mayor Bob Joe | State of the City: South Pasadena
In a year that has been anything but ordinary, the City has remained focused on delivering the services our community depends on and deserves. By remaining focused on our goals, the City is making...
