SUMMER 2014     

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As I mentioned in my interview in the last issue 
of Laguna Blanca Magazine, my focus through my 
first few months will be to learn as much as I can 
about Laguna Blanca’s past and present so that 
we can begin to shape its future. That process 
will include having conversations with as many 
of you as possible. I have also begun to reach 
out to peers at other institutions in the greater 
Santa Barbara community, and participated in the 
NAIS New Heads Institute in Atlanta in July. I look 
forward to harnessing all that I’ve learned during 
the beautiful California summer.

Looking ahead, I am so excited by the wonderful things awaiting us this 
coming school year, from our Early Kindergarten program (p. 14) to our STEM 
Entrepreneur Program (p. 13), new sand volleyball courts (p. 11), expanding 
alumni programs (p. 32), and so much more.  
 
This fall, I will hold meetings with groups of parents, students, and alumni 
as I continue my learning tour of our community. I will keep our parent 
community posted as plans unfold. In the meantime, I welcome the 
opportunity to meet those of you who are in the area. Please take the time 
to introduce yourself if you happen to see me walking around campus. I am 
looking forward to my journey with you!
 
Warmly,

 

 
Rob Hereford 
HEAD OF SCHOOL

DEAR MEMBERS OF THE LAGUNA BLANCA COMMUNITY,  

 

It is with great joy that I announce I have arrived in Santa Barbara! It was 
thrilling to meet so many wonderful families and to see so many young, 
smiling, and enthusiastic faces during our Lower School Summer Program. 
Thank you to all who have already made me and my family feel so welcome 
during our short time in California. 

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