❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

👽 Pasadena's InSight Lander Marks Half-Decade of Martian Exploration

🍎 Pasadena Unified School District Steps Up Search for New Superintendent

🥇 Marshall Fundamental Eagles Excel: Ranked #1 in Pasadena and #1362 Nationally

🦃 Pasadena's Turkey Trot Sets New Record: Over $50,000 Raised for Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation and PUSD

😃 Viral Meme

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

Hello Pasadena Spotlight readers! Let's dive into what the weather has in store for us today.

During the early morning hours (5am-10am), we're looking at mostly cloudy skies with a slight chill in the air. Temperatures will hover around a cool 50°, slowly climbing to a more comfortable 65° by 10am.

The breeze is gentle, coming from the north at 2 mph. Dress in layers this morning to keep warm and peel them off as the day progresses.

Moving into the noon hours (11am-1pm), the clouds disperse giving us a sunny sky and the temperature increases to a pleasant 69°.

The wind shifts slightly to the south, still maintaining a leisurely speed of 3 mph. This is perfect weather for a light jacket or a long-sleeved shirt.

In the afternoon (2pm-5pm), the sun continues to shine and the temperature peaks at 70°. The wind picks up slightly, coming from the southwest at 5 mph.

As we transition into the evening (6pm-11pm), the temperature gradually drops from 60° to a cooler 53°. The skies are partly cloudy and the wind, now coming from the east, maintains a calm 2 mph. A light sweater should keep you comfortable as we wind down the day.

Stay safe and enjoy the day, Pasadena!

Pasadena's InSight Lander Marks Half-Decade of Martian Exploration

The Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena marked the fifth anniversary of the InSight lander's arrival on Mars by commemorating its many achievements.

These include the detection of over 1,300 seismic events, or "Marsquakes," and the transportation of the first magnetometer instrument to the Martian surface.

The InSight also collected the most comprehensive weather data of any Mars mission, and uncovered new information about the planet's ancient aquatic history.

The mission's primary objective was to study the deep interior of Mars, with the aim of understanding how a rocky body evolves into a planet.

Discover more about the InSight.

Pasadena Unified School District Steps Up Search for New Superintendent

The search for a new Superintendent in the Pasadena Unified School District is in full swing, with community forums scheduled at local high schools this week.

Advertisements for the position will be published in EdCal, a widely-read education-focused newspaper, and an anonymous survey has been launched to involve the community.

The School Board has employed Leadership Associates to assist in the search, and a tentative timeline has been announced, with the new Superintendent expected to be appointed by July 1, 2024.

Marshall Fundamental Eagles Excel: Ranked #1 in Pasadena and #1362 Nationally

In a celebration of academic achievement, U.S. News and World Report has recognized the immense efforts of the students, staff, and families at Marshall Fundamental High School in Pasadena.

The publication, renowned for its annual public school rankings, has placed Marshall Fundamental at #1362 nationally, #212 in California, and #92 in Los Angeles County.

The recognition underscores the dedicated work carried out day-to-day at the school, a testament to the commitment of the Eagles, as the students are proudly known. The honor, however, does not end there.

The Pasadena-based high school outshone others in the Pasadena Unified School District and emerged as the #1 among the 6 high schools in the district.

The U.S. News and World Report rankings are based on several key measures of quality, including college readiness, reading and math proficiency, reading and math performance, underserved student performance, college curriculum breadth, and graduation rates.

The fact that Marshall Fundamental High School excels in these areas reflects the high standard of education provided.

As the Eagles continue to soar, the Marshall Fundamental High School community undoubtedly has much to celebrate, and even more to look forward to.

See more details on U.S News website.

Pasadena's Turkey Trot Sets New Record: Over $50,000 Raised for Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation and PUSD

As the early morning fog lifted from the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium, a new record was set in motion.

The 6th Annual Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation Turkey Trot saw a record-breaking turnout of more than 4,000 participants, all engaged for a cause greater than their personal best times.

The 3.1-mile run and walk event, organized in support of the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation and the Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD), attracted serious runners, recreational walkers, families with strollers, and a crowd of enthusiastic on-lookers.

The event was filled with fantastic costumes that brought an unmistakable spirit of fun to the proceedings.

The Turkey Trot not only shattered previous participation records but also achieved a financial milestone.

The event raised over $50,000, the proceeds of which will be directed towards safeguarding the future of the Rose Bowl Stadium and enhancing athletic programs across PUSD.

The impressive turnout and financial success of this year's Turkey Trot underscore the commitment of the Pasadena community to preserving their shared history and investing in their children's future.

The collective effort of over 4,000 participants will have a lasting impact, ensuring that the Rose Bowl remains a vital part of Pasadena's cultural heritage and that PUSD students have the opportunities they need to excel in their athletic pursuits.

Share Your Holiday Spirit 🎄✨ 

if you've completed your Christmas decoration and would like to showcase your festive spirit, we invite you to share a picture of your decoration with us!

We plan to feature some of the submissions in upcoming issues. Feel free to spread the holiday cheer by sharing a glimpse of your festive setup.

Share your holiday spirit with us here!

Upcoming Local Events

Tuesday, November 28

Winter Frolic - All day event

Little Owls - 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Art a la Carte - 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

NaNoWriMo Young Writers Program - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Anime and Manga Club for Teens - 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Accessibility and Disability Commission Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

Family Game Night: Loteria - 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

David Kipen discusses Dear California: The Golden State in Diaries and Letters - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 29

Art History Lecture Series: American Art from 1860 to 1900 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Read! Build! Play! - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

PUSD Superintendent Search Community Forum - 6:00 p.m.

How We Can End Street Homelessness in Pasadena: A Panel of Experts - 7:00 p.m.

Vroman's Fiction Reading Group - 7:00 p.m.

Rocket Science: Thomas Pynchon’s Gravity’s Rainbow at 50 - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Inherit the Wind - 8:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 30

Find Affordable Care and Senior Housing that Works for You - 10:00 a.m.

Annual Holiday Kick-off and Holiday Tree Lighting - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Taste of Art: English Teatime - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Video Game Club - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Rover-Robics - 5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Howl-iday Manners - 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Lien Shutt, in conversation with Lon Kurashige discusses Home is Here - 7:00 p.m.

Friday, December 1

Man Cave - 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

SoCal Women's Conference - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"She Kills Monsters" by Qui Nguyen - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Free First Friday - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Annual Holiday Book Sale - 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Mental Health Workshop: “Mental Health and Stigma: Changing the Story” - 6:00 p.m.

A Christmas Carol (Early Bird) - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 2

A Christmas Carol (Early Bird) - 2:00 p.m.

Artes Vocales Presents Tango with the Globe - 2:00 p.m.

Brella Holidayfest Curriculum Open House - 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Winter Night - A Choral Performance - 2:00 p.m.

Holiday Kick-Off Party with KCRW DJ Novena Carmel - 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Lecture: The Buddha's Compassion and the Garden of Eden - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Holiday Look In Home Tour - 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Teddy Bear Tea - 10:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.