ATHLETICS INTRODUCES LIVESTREAMING AT LAGUNA
The Athletics department proudly unveils its new livestream and recording capabilities for games hosted in Merovick gym, powered by Hudl. This advancement empowers Laguna coaches to conduct comprehensive game reviews with their teams, while offering student-athletes the opportunity to curate highlight reels for prospective recruiters through personalized accounts. Students can seamlessly connect with college coaches via Hudl, sharing their highlights, statistics, full game footage, and academic achievements. Stay tuned for the expansion of livestreaming capabilities to outdoor athletics this fall!
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LOW TICKET ALERT
GOLDEN OAK GALA
MARCH 16, 4:30-10:30PM
ROSEWOOD MIRAMAR BEACH
LAST CHANCE! Going Once, Going Twice... Act fast to secure one of the few remaining tickets. Don't miss out! Also, see below for the Night Owl After-Party details.
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WAGGING TAILS & WET NOSES BRING JOY TO LAGUNA
The Senior Dog Day tradition is reserved for our graduating class, a highly anticipated event where our campus is filled with dogs of all shapes and sizes, bringing pure delight to everyone. Thank you to our seniors for sharing your furry friends with the school community yesterday. It was paw-some!
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SEVENTH GRADERS DIVE DEEP INTO CREATIVITY
Seventh grade English class students recently completed their culminating project centered around Linda Sue Park's A Long Walk to Water. They dedicated themselves wholeheartedly to the task, opting to either craft a poetic diorama or produce a children's book. The theme of water and resilience flowed seamlessly, reflecting in each creation. "Their efforts not only showcased their aptitude for creative writing but also revealed their genuine love for storytelling and art," shared Mrs. Maillard.
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MOCK TRIAL TEAM MAKES IT TO THEIR FIRST-EVER SEMI-FINAL
Huge congratulations to our Mock Trial Team for their outstanding performance at the annual competition last weekend, securing a spot for the first time in the semi-finals this Saturday from 9AM to 12PM versus Dos Pueblos A Team. Good luck! Congratulation to the following students who received awards last Saturday:
Jayla Provance '24
Best Prosecution Trial Attorney
Lucia Camp '24
Best Prosecution Pretrial Attorney
Dakota Risley '26
Best Prosecution Witness Gerri Moayed
Dylan Charney '24
Best Defendant Trial Attorney
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LOWER SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE 100 DAYS SMARTER
Last Friday our Lower School students celebrated their 100th day of school. They commemorated this milestone with a variety of projects, including creating displays featuring 100 items, tackling math problems and spelling words related to the number 100, and finally indulging in 100 cupcakes to cap off the day!
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SOCK CLUB DISTRIBUTES WARMTH TO UNHOUSED COMMUNITY
Our school is grateful to have been a part of the SOCK Club’s outreach last week at Alameda Park, distributing donations from Laguna’s Warm Things Drive to those experiencing homelessness. Huge thanks to everyone who contributed clothes, coats, shoes, socks, and blankets! Your generosity warms hearts and souls.
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CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR MATT STRUCKMEYER
It is with sorrow that we come together as a community to mourn the unexpected loss of our former Director of College Counseling Matt Struckmeyer. Matt tragically suffered a medical emergency while swimming at Westmont College, and passed away on Sunday, February 25. A celebration of Matt’s life has been planned by family and friends for 10AM this Sunday, March 3 at East Beach (near Milpas Street). Matt joined the Laguna Blanca community in 2016, serving as our Director of College Counseling through 2022. Recently, he was teaching English at Dos Pueblos High School. He leaves behind his partner, Amy; two young sons, Henry and Conrad; and his daughter, Anna.
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EMMA RECORDING AVAILABLE
For those who couldn't attend in January or would like to re-watch it, enjoy this video of the Upper School production of Emma.
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LOW TICKET ALERT
GOLDEN OAK GALA
MARCH 16, 4:30-10:30PM
ROSEWOOD MIRAMAR BEACH
LAST CHANCE! Act fast to secure one of the few remaining tickets. Remember to specify any seating requests or dietary restrictions in the "special request" section. We will do our best to accommodate seating preferences, but cannot guarantee them. Don't miss out!
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NIGHT OWLS AFTER PARTY
AT LOCAL, MONTECITO
10:30PM - 1AM
Dance the night away at the Night Owls After Party, an exclusive gathering hosted at Local in Montecito. With only 100 coveted spots available, secure your place before it's too late. Tickets include complimentary shuttle service from the Rosewood Miramar Beach directly to the heart of the festivities at Local. Keep the party going with good food, drinks, and live music!
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FA COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY
MARCH 2, 9-11AM
SB FOODBANK
Do your students need volunteer hours? Santa Barbara Foodbank is holding 20 volunteer spaces for Laguna Blanca FA Community Service. Use code LagunaBlanca when registering for your VolunteerHub account or when signing in to view those spaces (select drop down next to your name and 'Enter Join Code'). For questions, email Kelly Smith. Students should bring this agreement signed by parent/guardian. |
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SUMMER @ LAGUNA CAMP
Welcome to Summer @ Laguna, where learning and fun collide. S@L features eight weeks of Laguna's favorite summer camps, with NEW & UNIQUE 2024 camps, as well as new bus service between campuses, early and extended care, daily snacks and lunch included, 6:1 camper staff ratio. Don't miss out on the fun!
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CIT SUMMER @ LAGUNA
Calling all rising Grade 7-12 students! Get your volunteer hours by working as a Counselor-in-Training during Summer @ Laguna camp. Sign up for one or all eight weeks! Returning eleventh and twelfth grade CITs may forgo community service for a small stipend. The team will be in touch at the end of March with placements and schedule information. Limited spots available.
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SAVE THE DATES
Details to Come!
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March 19
FA Book Club
6-8PM
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March 22-April 5
Spring Break
School Closed
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April 12
Field Day EK-12
Hope Ranch
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April 16
Learn @ Laguna
11:45AM
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April 26-28
Gr. 7-12 Spring Musical
Spaulding Theatre
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GANDEN WALKER NAMED ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
In a pair of sweeps over Cate and Arroyo Grande last week, Ganden Walker '24 tallied 16 kills in each matchup and chipped in five digs in the win against Arroyo Grande, earning him Athlete of the Week! All Athletes of the Week award winners are selected by the local sports media. Way to go, Ganden!
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BOYS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL WINS 3-0 OVER ARROYO GRANDE
Last Thursday, the Boys Varsity Volleyball swept Arroyo Grande in a non-league match with a 3-0 win. Shout out to Ganden Walker '24, Tyson Deveze '25, Drew Levinson '24, Jamie Levinson '27 and Baylor Wilson '26. Go Owls!
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BOYS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL WINS 3-0 OVER ST. BONAVENTURE
The Owls tallied a strong league victory over St. Bonaventure on Tuesday with a 3-0 win, battling hard in the second and third sets. Shout out to Drew Levinson '24 for 14 kills, Ganden Walker '24 for nine kills, and Liam Knezevic '25 with 30 assists. Go Owls!
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SUPPORT THE OWLS ON HOME TURF |
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FRIDAY,3/1
4/5 Co-Ed Volleyball vs Riviera Ridge
3:45PM
SATURDAY, 3/2
Girls Varsity Beach Volleyball vs New Roads
11AM
MONDAY, 3/4
Boys Varsity Tennis vs Arroyo Grande
3PM
TUESDAY, 3/5
Boys MS Volleyball vs Riviera Ridge
3:45PM
Boys Varsity Volleyball vs St. Joseph
5PM
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WEDNESDAY, 3/6
4/5 Co-Ed Volleyball (Celia) vs Montessori
3:45PM
THURSDAY, 3/7
Girls Varsity Beach Volleyball vs Hueneme
3PM
Boys Varsity Volleyball vs Foothill Tech
5PM
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WEBINAR: COLLEGE READINESS TIMELINE FOR TEENS WITH ADHD
In this webinar on March 28, we aim to provide a clear roadmap to prepare teens for college, to empower parents, and to offer strategies to strengthen teens’ autonomy and self-reliance. Not available March 28? Register today and receive a recording to watch at your convenience.
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FOMO AND SOCIAL MEDIA ANXIETY
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OWL YOU NEED TO KNOW
Upcoming dates, deadlines, reminders, and important logistical information by division.
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