La Jolla Country Day News and Events | Private School in La Jolla CA

LJCDS Athletes chosen for 2021 All-CIF teams

7/12/2021

Torrey athletes from basketball, baseball and swim & dive are some of the students recognized in San Diego.

Women’s Basketball Stars Chosen To Play For National Teams

7/1/2021

Kelsey Plum ’13, Te-Hina Paopao ’20, and Breya Cunningham ’23 were selected for this year’s USA Basketball teams.

Alumna Qualifies for the Olympics

6/4/2021

Kelsey Plum ’13 is part of the first 3X3 basketball team heading to the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.

An Infinity of Future Possibilities

5/28/2021

Student Council Co-President Ashley Lee addresses the class of 2021 during commencement.

Congratulations, Class of 2021!

5/28/2021

We proudly congratulate the 110 graduates of the class of 2021.

Lean Into Being Yourself

5/28/2021

Upper School Humanities Educator Corbin Prychun addresses the class of 2021 during commencement.

Embracing All Learning Approaches: Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic and More

5/19/2021

The director of the Learning Resource Center shares how LJCDS fosters students’ multiple learning needs.

Leaving a Lasting Impact

5/19/2021

LJCDS celebrates five retirees for their dedication and service.

The Presence of Dignity

5/19/2021

The assistant head of school for community engagement reflects on how we as a community have the ability to affect change.

A Life of the Mind

5/18/2021

LJCDS’ Upper School English and humanities educator enriches the classroom experience by bringing relevance to the classroom through her connections.

College Search: A Tailored Approach

5/18/2021

Get to know one of LJCDS' co-directors of college counseling and learn about the holistic college counseling process at the school.

Encouraging Fearless Problem Solvers

5/18/2021

The Lower School Design and Innovation teacher encourages students to become patient problem solvers who are comfortable adapting to change.

Senior Spotlight: RJ Parry

5/18/2021

A Lifer makes the most of his 15 years at LJCDS as a scholar, artist and athlete of character.

Senior Spotlight: Vaidehi Bhavaraju

5/17/2021

Senior shares her passion for science, medicine, community service and her Indian culture.

Artist-in-Residence Jarrett Johnson

5/14/2021

Grammy award winner works with Middle and Upper School students.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

5/14/2021

Honoring the culture, accomplishments and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islanders.

National Design Competition

5/14/2021

Upper Schoolers were recognized in a national design competition.

Alumni Spotlight: Fishing for Sustainability

5/13/2021

Lifer Jocelyn Lin Drugan ’98 helps forge sustainable practices in the global seafood industry.

Alumna Confirmed as U.S. Deputy Education Secretary

5/12/2021

Cindy Marten '84 was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on May 11, 2021.

The Library as a Leader

4/28/2021

The head librarian shares how the library has adapted and continues its support to the community.

Brave Enough to Be Me

4/27/2021

All divisions participated in the annual Hope Conference, focused on healing, connection, visibility, resilience and strength.

Senior Spotlight: Ashley Lee

4/27/2021

A member of the class of 2021 uses her love for music to fuel her passion for service.

Senior Spotlight: Lauren Miller

4/27/2021

An LJCDS Lifer shares her passion for diving and how she strives to keep learning and growing.

Always Learning

4/26/2021

Learn more about how an LJCDS Middle School science teacher’s interest in pedagogy translates to more relevant teaching.

Reaching the Head and the Heart

4/26/2021

Learn more about how an Upper School French teacher uses language and culture to inspire greatness for a better world.

Alumni Return, Career Day

4/23/2021

Alumni share their experiences and wisdom with Upper Schoolers.

Alumni Story: From Late Night to Lionsgate

4/23/2021

Brittany Williams '14 shares her journey realizing her dream to work in the entertainment industry.

Reflecting on the Collective Trauma of the Pandemic

4/22/2021

The Lower and Middle School counselor recommends processing the last year through writing and discussion.

Caring for Patients

4/16/2021

Meredith Nevin ’00 helped to set up the acute-care COVID-19 unit at Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego.

Data Tracking

4/16/2021

David Shaw ’14 is a research engineer that tracks major health crises around the world.

Fighting Inequity

4/16/2021

While pursuing his medical degree, an alumnus supports the Hispanic community during COVID-19.

Managing Mental Health

4/16/2021

Alumna focuses on children’s mental health during the pandemic.

Meeting a Need

4/16/2021

Alumnus is co-creator of Friends in Need, a collection of poems, stories, articles and art created by artists born between 1981 and 1996.

Supplying Tests

4/16/2021

Chase Mertz ’11 is product manager for Hologic, a company that develops diagnostic tests including ones for COVID-19.

Supporting the Surge

4/16/2021

Sarah Kaslow ’05 shares her experience caring for patients with COVID-19 with the Surgical COVID Service as a surgical resident at New York University.

Creating Opportunities

4/13/2021

Adam Saven ’08 is the co-founder and CEO of PeopleGrove, a technology platform that offers college and university students and alumni access to virtual mentorship and career opportunities.

Power Houses

4/12/2021

Lauren Guttman Ravitz ’96 is the host of Go Big AND Go Home, a podcast that showcases how women have achieved career success and how their home contributes to whom and where they are now.

16 and Recovering

4/1/2021

Brandon Burg’s ’17 recent MTV documentary series raises awareness about the triumphs and challenges of students recovering from substance abuse.

Senior named La Jolla Light's Athlete of the Week

3/25/2021

Olivia Brass '21 has been recognized for the week of March 22, 2021.

Culture: Humanity’s Blueprint

3/24/2021

The director of Visual and Performing Arts explores how relationships affect the creative process.

Exploring Identity: Middle School

3/24/2021

Middle School reimagines and enhances electives during COVID and beyond.

Torrey Mock Trial Goes to State (Virtually)

3/24/2021

The success of Torrey Mock Trial over the last 11 years.

Wall Street Journal Features LJCDS' Reopening Plan

3/23/2021

The article highlights what steps several schools are taking to stay open during the pandemic.

Regional Student Diversity Summit

3/22/2021

LJCDS students helped organize a virtual conference for Southern California independent schools to explore equity and diversity.

Faculty Spotlight: Lisa Bennet

3/19/2021

Third-grade educator Lisa Bennet shares changes to how history is taught.

Faculty Spotlight: Marisol Irwig

3/19/2021

Middle School world language educator Marisol Irwig uses her passion for music to inspire students in their language studies.

Senior Spotlight: Jeramiah Woods

3/18/2021

Senior shares his experiences in design and innovation and co-founding the Black Student Union.

Senior Spotlight: Ruslana Fogler

3/18/2021

Senior creates LJCDS scheduling app and excels in STEM and tennis.

CBS8 Interviews Head of School About In-Person Learning

3/12/2021

Dr. Gary Krahn shares how LJCDS has been able to stay open during the pandemic.

Looking Back and Ahead

3/10/2021

Head of Lower School shares lessons learned during this past year.

LJCDS Magazine Earns Three Awards

3/8/2021

1926 awarded by CASE and InspirED.

Providing Room for Growth (Sans Micromanaging)

3/4/2021

How parents and guardians can help support their children's development of executive functions.

Students Earn San Diego Decameron Prize

3/3/2021

Two LJCDS students’ stories were selected for San Diego’s version of The Decameron.

Athletic Core Values Guide Students in Crisis

2/24/2021

The director of athletics and physical education shares the 13 core values instilled in every LJCDS student-athlete.

Celebrating Black Excellence and Opportunity

2/24/2021

LJCDS celebrates the accomplishments and contributions of the Black community.

The Show Must Go On: The Laramie Project

2/23/2021

Students rallied to produce a play in-person during COVID.

Parenting During a Pandemic – How to Bolster Your Own Mental Health

2/22/2021

Tips to help parents prioritize their well-being.

Senior Spotlight: Allen Tu

2/19/2021

Senior takes advantage of opportunities to grow and explore new experiences.

Tri-M Music Honor Society

2/18/2021

The Tri-M Music Honor Society recognizes the 2020 inductees and new student officers.

Alumni Spotlight: Drew Narwold ’10

2/17/2021

Alumnus helps develop tests for diseases, including the novel coronavirus.

Torrey Law Review: Cultivating Legal Thought at LJCDS

2/10/2021

Ricardo Cervera '22 and Terry Tran '22 created LJCDS' first Torrey Law Review student publication.

Embracing Uncertainty

1/27/2021

The assistant head of school for academic affairs reflects on the comfort of predictability.

Connecting Through Tweets

1/26/2021

AP English Language and Composition classes use Twitter to interact with award-winning authors and each other.

More Than Just Books

1/26/2021

How the library is overcoming the challenges of COVID, supporting the community and cultivating diversity.

Alumnus to Perform in the Mainly Mozart Drive-in Festival

1/25/2021

David Chan '91 will take part in the Mainly Mozart drive-in Festival as concertmaster, conductor and featured soloist.

Faculty Spotlight: Glenda Poliner

1/25/2021

Middle School science educator shares her hope for her students’ futures.

Alumni Spotlight: Michelle Rivera Montgomery '08

1/21/2021

An alumna combines journalism and community service at NBC Washington.

Torrey Mock Trial Competes Virtually

1/20/2021

Mock Trial members compete with the top 16 teams from California.

Where are they now? Arlene Olvera ’05

1/5/2021

Alumna reflects on how tuition assistance made a difference in her life, empowering her to pursue her dream of working in the fashion world in London.

Where are they now? Elizabeth Staresnick (Ellison) ’08

1/5/2021

Alumna shares how her own teaching methods are influenced by LJCDS teachers.

Where are they now? Ian Han ’10

1/5/2021

Alumnus shares the impact tuition assistance had on his life with the opportunities offered at LJCDS.

Where are they now? Ana Maria Burgos-Solis ’10

1/5/2021

Alumna reflects on how tuition assistance made a difference in her life as she runs her own office in Guam as defense counsel for the U.S. Navy.

Engaging in Antiracist Work

1/4/2021

In 2020, amid the growth of the Black Lives Matter movement, many truths have been illuminated. One is that neutrality about racial issues perpetuates the status quo and supports racist ideology.