THANK YOU TO THE GALA SPONSORS TO DATE
HERITAGE OAK
Rosewood Miramar Beach
GILDED LEAF
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Fitzgerald
Mrs. Stefanie Sohn-Jackson and Mr. David Jackson
Dr. Sherry and Mr. Pardis Nasseri
Mr. Chris Terrill
LBS Class of 1983
OAK LEAF
Ms. Aisling Cronin and Mr. Spencer Bogart
Ms. Marji Jeter (Jen '00 & Jarad '04)
Mrs. Amber and Mr. Steve Ortiz
Mrs. Crystal and Mr. Clifford Wyatt '85
Mrs. Leslie and Mr. Robert Zemeckis
City National Bank
SAPLING
Ms. Jennifer Cotteleer and Mr. Stephen McFeely
Ms. Melia Yust and Mr. Mathias Coordes
Mrs. Jennifer and Mr. Philippe d'Offay
Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Hassman
Mrs. Marsha Kotlyar
Marsha Kotlyar Estate Group
Mission Linen Supply
Spark Creative Events
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TEDx PHOTOS ARE IN
Experience the extraordinary day again through these stunning photographs captured at last week's TEDx SPARK event.
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KINDERGARTEN VISITS NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
Yesterday, the Kindergarten class visited the Natural History Museum, deepening their understanding of different dietary habits of animals. Over the past month, the students delved into the world of dinosaurs, focusing on discerning characteristics of herbivorous, carnivorous, and omnivorous species. Engaging in the museum's interactive learning lab, Meet the Teeth, allowed the young learners to showcase their knowledge while gaining insights into present-day species inhabiting our local ecosystem.
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SECOND GRADE CELEBRATES YEAR OF THE DRAGON
Yesterday, second grade students joyously commemorated the Lunar New Year, welcoming the Year of the Dragon with scrumptious food, delightful treats, and an enlightening cultural lesson kindly organized by Mrs. Eunju and Mr. Jeff Elings.
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THIRD GRADERS SPEND A MAGICAL DAY IN DISNEYLAND
Third grade students recently embarked on an enriching field trip to Disney's California Adventure for an immersive storytelling workshop. Despite the heavy rain in the morning, our students were captivated by the magical experience, honing their creativity and narrative skills in a unique and unforgettable setting. They are excited to create their own imaginative stories in the classroom over the next few weeks and build off of the strategies they learned on the trip!
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YOUNG WRITERS HIGHLIGHT ATHLETES MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Fifth grade students have been composing essays about athletes who have leveraged their platform to make positive impacts In the world. This week, they had the privilege of hosting two esteemed former professional athletes as guest speakers. Fifi Baiden, a renowned soccer player, shared insights about his foundation in Ghana, which is dedicated to aiding orphans. Additionally, Shawn Poindexter, a former 49er, emphasized the significance of mentorship in one's life. The students actively engaged with the speakers, posing insightful questions, and even enjoyed a friendly game of football. Some of the other athletes the students are writing about include Mohammad Ali, Venus and Serena Williams, Megan Rapinoe, Tony Hawk, Kristi Yamaguchi, Misty Copeland, and even pro surfer Lakey Peterson who graciously granted an interview to one of the fifth graders.
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SEVENTH GRADE EMPATHY WALK
Part of the seventh grade's Resources & Resilience theme, took students on a 3-mile Empathy Walk around the UCSB Lagoon, simulating the daily trek in water-deprived regions. Water-related themes were explored in English (reading A Long Walk To Water), Science (properties and uses of water), Pre-Algebra (writing and solving linear equations based on water facts), and Latin (aqueduct challenge). The walk, a culminating activity, allowed students to experience the challenges and engage in water-carrying competitions based on weight and creativity.
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UPPER SCHOOL ATTENDS SPECIAL ASSEMBLY ON HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Yesterday, Upper School students attended a special assembly on human trafficking hosted by the District Attorney’s Office Task Force on Human Trafficking and in partnership with Laguna’s SOCK Club and All Voices Heard. Jeff Shaffer and Kayla Petersen of the task force and Kingdom Causes moderated the discussion with Sally Cook, Director of Development at Hope Refuge Olive Crest, and Amy Tovias, Director of Operations at the Channel Islands YMCA Youth and Family Services, which focuses on risk, health, and safety regarding human trafficking in our community. Students learned about what human trafficking is and how to recognize and protect themselves and their friends from trafficker control tactics.
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FAMILY ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2024-25
It's time to begin preparations for next year's Family Association leadership team. Laguna Blanca School advocates for family volunteerism to support fundraising efforts, foster school pride through campus-wide student activities, and enrich the experiences of our families. Take an active role in our community and get involved today! Interested in serving in a leadership capacity for the FA or wish to nominate someone? Fill out the form below.
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TEDx SPARK CREWNECKS FOR SALE
Show your support for the TEDx Laguna Blanca event by purchasing their SPARK crewnecks. Priced at $30 and available for pick up from Laguna Blanca's main office.
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FREE PARENT EDUCATION EVENT
THE GIFT OF FAILURE
FEBRUARY 13, 6-7:30PM
SPAULDING THEATRE
Join us next week to hear from this amazing speaker! Jessica Lahey, a New York Times best-selling author, teacher, and mom, warns against overparenting, emphasizing that it can harm children’s confidence and hinder their education. Join us to discover how to encourage your child to embrace failure as a stepping stone to success, fostering emotional and intellectual resilience in the process.
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FA PICKLEBALL
FEBRUARY 13, 10:30AM
MONTECITO COUNTRY CLUB
Date and time change!
Come socialize and have fun playing a friendly pickleball game, which is open to all levels! A coach will be on hand for instruction. Registration required ($35).
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FA DRINKS & BITES SOCIAL
FEBRUARY 21, 6-8PM
SB PUBLIC MARKET
Join us at the Santa Barbara Public Market for a chance to catch up or meet other Laguna Blanca parents. Order your own food or drinks from the array of vendors. We will be securing the corner tables by the windows near the bar. No registration needed. Just join us!
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February 23
Summer @ Laguna Priority Registration Opens for Laguna Families Only
9AM
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February 29
Summer @ Laguna General Registration
9AM
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March 16
Golden Oak Gala
Rosewood Miramar Beach
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March 22-April 5
Spring Break
School Closed
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BOYS VARSITY SOCCER MAKE IT TO SECOND ROUND OF CIF
The Boys Varsity Soccer team earned a spot in the Division 7 playoffs with their 3-0 win over Centennial last night. Shout out to the whole team as well as Andreas McClintock '24 (1 goal) and Inak Phillips '27 (2 goals) for scoring! Next game is tomorrow night against St. Pius/St. Matthias.
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BOYS VARSITY SOCCER SENIOR RECOGNITION
Congratulations to the five seniors who were recognized on Thursday after their game—Mason Berg, Gabriel Lea, Andreas McClintock, Cole Murphy, and Tanner Murphy. Owl pride!
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BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL WINS 52-51 OVER GRACE MAKING IT TO CIF PLAYOFFS
Last Friday, Boys Varsity Basketball pulled out a thrilling 52-51 victory over Grace to clinch a share of the Frontier League title. Shout out to the whole team for making it to the CIF game against Carpinteria on Wednesday. The team fought hard at that game against Carpinteria, and ended the season at 11-8.
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GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL WIN 55-8 OVER MIDLAND
Last Friday, Girls Varsity Basketball finished the season with a 55-8 win over Midland. Shout out to Nikki Mielcarek '24 for draining six three-pointers on her way to a 20-point performance! Two seniors, Alexia Acosta and Nikki Mielcarek were recognized after the game.
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SUPPORT THE OWLS ON HOME TURF |
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Tuesday, 2/13
Boys MS Volleyball (Valdez) vs SBMS
3:45PM
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Thursday, 2/15
Boys MS Volleyball (Miles) vs Ojai
3:45PM
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OWL YOU NEED TO KNOW
Upcoming dates, deadlines, reminders, and important logistical information by division.
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