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SPRING BENEFIT WRAP-UP

Our sincerest gratitude to our Spring Benefit Chair, Cynthia McClintock, and her extraordinary committee for their vision and devotion to creating an unforgettable benefit for Laguna on Saturday evening.

Under Cynthia’s steadfast leadership and focused-positive energy, we are thrilled to report that preliminary results from sponsorship, ticket sales, faculty/staff raffle, silent, online, and live auctions exceeded all expectations and indicate net proceeds of more than $600,000.

In the midst of all the fun, Cynthia and Sponsorship Chair Carol King remained dedicated to the goal—to raise funds to support Laguna’s students, teachers, and staff who continue our 80+ year legacy of academic excellence. Special thanks to our event sponsors who generously donated funds to underwrite the event and many of our live auction packages.

Thanks to more than $200,000 in event underwriting and a record number of sponsors, all event proceeds will have an immediate impact and support our student programs, innovative curriculum, faculty professional development, scholarships, and campus renovations.

We also had a record number of attendees--over 300--who represented a myriad of constituencies including current and alumni parents, grandparents, foundations, alumni, corporations and community partners.

THANK YOU!

Click below for pictures from the night!

EVENT IMAGES (album 1)

EVENT IMAGES (album 2 - step & repeat / entrance pictures)

SPECIAL THANKS TO MICHELLE'S FINE FRAMING

The student artwork was a major focal point at Saturday evening's spring benefit.

The beautiful framing of the artwork was donated by Michelle Thomas of Michelle's Fine Framing.

Thank you, Michelle, for enhancing the art pieces by adding the perfect final touch!

BLAKE DORFMAN '02 WELCOMES A NEW OWL TO HIS NEST!

Laguna teacher Mr. Dorfman and his wife Laura welcomed Emiko "Emi" Wooster Dorfman on February 25, 2016 at 5:53AM. She weighed in at 8 pounds, 10 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long. Emi has a clean bill of health, and Mom is also doing well!

Emiko's cousin Jack, son of Marc Dorfman '97, was born on February 29 in St. Louis.

Emiko can't wait to visit the Hope Ranch campus and meet everyone!

Congratulations to the Dorfman family!

LAGUNA ALUM SPENCER DUSEBOUT INVITES SB COMMUNITY TO WALK 4 WATER ON 3/19

Leading by example is often easier in theory than in practice, but you wouldn’t know that by looking at Laguna alum Spencer Dusebout ’11. He was recently featured as a TED X speaker at Oaks Christian School where he spread his message that youth can do anything – and that by “taking ideas and following through with them, we will make an incredible impact on the world.” Though only in his early twenties, Spencer stands on good authority to say this.

LS EMU PROJECT 2016 IS UNDERWAY!

Lots of excitement is surrounding the science lab at the Lower School these days. Check out our Q&A with Science Instructor Clara Svedlund to learn more about the process of incubating emu eggs, the timeline for hatching emus, and shared student reactions to the growing chicks.

Additionally, the livestream emu cam is up and running, so you can watch the babies wiggle and, eventually, hatch!

To read the Q&A, click here.

Click here to check out the live EMU-CAM!

THE BOO RADLEY OF SANTA BARBARA

Anna Alldredge’s eighth grade English class has a new literary project to share:

“As we examine Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, my English students have been exploring the concepts of mood and genre. Mockingbird is a classic Southern Gothic text, incorporating monsters, mystery, danger, social decay, and otherness. Granted, that makes the book sound terribly bleak - but lighthearted humor makes its way into the story through Scout's youthful narration.”

Click here to read the full Humming Along blog post.

2016 ALL-SCHOOL FIELD DAY IS NEXT FRIDAY 3/11

Next Friday, the entire student body will come together on the Hope Ranch campus for a fun-filled field day celebration.

Students will check-in at 9AM and receive a Field Day 2016 t-shirt before being assigned to an age-appropriate team.

Teams will rotate around various sports stations including: sand volleyball, dodgeball, and kickball to name a few.

Lunch will be served at 12:00 with dismissal at 12:30.

GO OWLS!

TREASURE ISLAND ON STAGE AT LAGUNA

Come find some treasure at the Lower School's After School Musical Theater Group’s presentation of Treasure Island! Swashbuckling adventure, pirate tunes, and silly jokes abound in this musical play featuring students in Grades K-4. The show will light up the stage on Saturday, March 12 at 6PM in Spaulding Auditorium.

Admission is free.

SEUSSICAL DATE CHANGE

The date of the spring musical--Suesical--has been changed to April 14, 15, and 16.

Please correct your calendars and thank you for your support as we make this adjustment.

The cast and crew list has been added to the performing arts page, click below to view.

ABOUT THE MUSICAL

JUNIORS HENRY FARRELL AND GRACE MACNEIL HONORED BY GLOBAL LEADERSHIP CONNECTION

Congratulations to Henry Farrell '17, who was named the Global Leadership Connection's Male Youth Leader of the Year! In addition to a scholarship funded by the Busch Family, he received an all-expense paid week-long trip to Washington, D.C. this fall. He will join other Youth Leaders from across the country.

Grace MacNeil '17 was awarded an Ambassador Scholarship which she can use at the college she attends.

GO OWLS!

THIRD ANNUAL SCIENCE DISCOVERY DAY AT SBCC

The 3rd Annual Science Discovery Day event will be held at SBCC this Saturday, March 5 from 1-5PM.

We will be opening our doors for an "Open House" for all departments related to the sciences.

Please save the date and tell your students, friends, and bring your family for an afternoon of fun, interactive, and educational exhibits for all ages!

All events will be held on the East Campus and parking is free. Departments that will participate include: Earth Sciences (geology, geography, astronomy), Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, and Math (to name a few).

KINDERGARTENER WINS 2ND PLACE AT CALIFORNIA GOLD CUP!

UPDATE

Ezren came home from the fourth round finals with a trophy for 2nd Place at the California Gold Cup!

Congratulations on a successful first season, Ezren!

SUMMER CAMPS AT LAGUNA

ONLINE REGISTRATION

BEGINS 4/15

Summer 2016 at Laguna promises tons of fun and sun for campgoers. Students ages 4-10 will be placed in age-based groups and will experience a variety of offerings throughout the day, including arts and crafts; outside sports and games, including rock wall climbing; building and programming with LEGO; and prepping for singing stardom in music. With so much to do and explore, each day will be a fun and engaging experience!

CLICK FOR DATES & MORE INFO

ONLINE REGISTRATION

OPENED ON 3/1

Arts at Laguna is a power-packed summer program designed around a weekly theme to provide campers with an engaging and affirming experience in the visual and performing arts. No experience in performing or visual arts is required.

There is still room in weeks 2, 3 & 4 for students entering Grades 4-7 in Fall 2016.

CLICK FOR DATES & MORE INFO

SUMMER TENNIS CAMP: JUNE 20-24

This summer at Laguna Blanca you can gain confidence in your game and build a strong foundation for competitive high school tennis.

Our summer camp is specifically aimed at preparing middle school students and incoming freshman for playing tennis at the high school level.

WHO'S IT FOR
Boys and girls entering Grades 7- 9 who are at the intermediate or advanced level for their respective age-groups. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis for advanced players entering Grade 6 in the fall.

WHO'S RUNNING IT
Certified tennis professional and Laguna Blanca boys’ tennis coach Trevor Thorpe. Last year's camp featured "celebrity coaches" such as 4-time NCAA national champion Barbara Degroot and former UCLA #1 singles player Sara Scott. In addition, "celeb players" currently featured on local high school teams added their experience to the program.

DAYS AND TIMES
Monday - Thursday: 9AM – 3PM
Friday: 9AM – Noon

WHERE

Laguna Blanca Tennis Facility, 4125 Paloma Drive

FEE
Until April 30: $400 per camper (per week)
Until Program Fills: $450 per camper (per week)

* Don't wait! Space is limited to 18 campers.

Contact Camp Director Trevor Thorpe with questions.