Category Archives: Schools

Palisades High Will Start School Year at Sears

Posted on June 19, 2025 by Sue

In a June 18 letter to the Palisades Charter High School Community, Principal and Executive Director Pam Magee said, “After thoughtful consideration and multiple visits to our Palisades campus, we’ve determined that the best place to kick off the 2025–2026 … Continue reading →

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American Legion Gives $50,000 to Local Public School Booster Clubs

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Sue

By HENRY KAMER June 14 was a remarkable day in Pacific Palisades. This was the first day that the town was open to the public after the fire destroyed the community on January 7, and it was also important because … Continue reading →

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PaliHi Graduation Held at Hollywood Bowl: Guest Speakers Steve Kerr, Billy Crystal and Jennifer Coolidge

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Sue

By HENRY KAMER On June 4, 2025, upwards of 740 PaliHi seniors of the Class of 2025 graduated not at the Stadium by the Sea, but at the Hollywood Bowl. Yep, you read that right. The Class of 2025 is … Continue reading →

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Community Meetings This Week for School Rebuild

Posted on June 2, 2025 by Sue

Lorena Padilla-Melendez the Director of the Community Relations Department for the LAUSD Facilities Services Division announced that Los Angeles Unified School District is holding community meetings this week to discuss the two elementary and the high school that were damaged … Continue reading →

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Rita Moreno: From Honorary Mayor to Honorary Doctorate

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Sue

By BERNICE FOX Former Pacific Palisades Honorary Mayor Rita Moreno is now Dr. Rita Moreno. She’s received an honorary doctorate from Harvard University. And she’s posted this excited message on her Facebook page: “Little Rosita from Puerto Rico just received … Continue reading →

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Palisades Methodist Preschool Reopened in New Location

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Sue

One of the most beloved preschools in Pacific Palisades was at the Methodist Church at the corner of Via de la Paz and Bowdoin. When the church burned on January 8, the preschool and all the offices located there also … Continue reading →

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Palisades School Construction Updates

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Sue

Allison Holdorff Polhill, senior advisor to LAUSD Board Member Nick Melvoin sent a May 13 update on the three public schools, Palisades and Marquez Charter Elementary Schools and Palisades Charter High School that were damaged in the Palisades Fire. … Continue reading →

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Special Show to Raise Money for PaliHi Theatre Program

Posted on May 20, 2025 by Sue

One night only, “Showstoppers!” will be performed by current Palisades High School students and alumni at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, at the Paul Revere Auditorium, 1450 Allenford. This musical theater night will be a great way to enjoy … Continue reading →

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2025 Film Festival Tradition Continues: Winner Announced

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Sue

The 11th Annual Paul Revere Film Festival was held on May 16 continuing an event that was started by a former parent, Lisa Robbins, to allow students a chance to tell a story. Annually awards are given in six categories: … Continue reading →

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