THANK YOU FOR A FANTASTIC FAMILY FESTIVAL
Relive the excitement of last week's Family Festival—pep rally, fun run, carnival games, live music, dunk tank, and endless bubbles! A huge thank you to the Family Festival Co-Chairs Colette Crafton and Cate Stoll, as well as all the amazing volunteers, faculty, and staff for their time, energy, and commitment. And congrats to Grace Costner '28 who won the annual watermelon eating contest!
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A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING LAGUNA FUND DONORS WHO WERE FEATURED ON THE BACK OF THIS YEAR'S COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRT
GREAT HORNED OWL
GREEN FAMILY • SKYELINE CONSTRUCTION • TURNER FAMILY • WOLF FAMILY
CALIFORNIA SPOTTED OWL
BERAR FAMILY • DWEK FAMILY • GOTTESDIENER FAMILY • NAYAK FAMILY •
JAMES & KATHRYN NEWMAN • PETERSEN FAMILY • WYATT FAMILY
LONG-EARED OWL
FOSCUE FOUNDATION • JACKSON FAMILY • McCULLOUGH FAMILY •
McDERMOTT CHARNEY FAMILY • NARVA FAMILY •
PELLETIER FAMILY • ALEXIS & BRETT TANDE • SHELDON FAMILY •
VIÑOLY FAMILY • WHITE & GRUBE ORTHODONTICS • ZEMECKIS FAMILY
BARN OWL
ASHER FAMILY • BECKER FAMILY • BERG FAMILY • BRADLEY/RANGSIKITPHO FAMILY • CAMP-SLAGER FAMILY • CARPENTER FAMILY • CINO FAMILY •
LOGAN ’33 & PIPER ’34 CONNELLY • COORDES FAMILY • COUVILLION FAMILY • d’OFFAY FAMILY • DeSANTIS FAMILY • DUSTIN & SARA DODGIN • JEN & MAX DRUCKER • DURLING FAMILY • ELINGS FAMILY • FEINSTEIN FAMILY • FISHER FAMILY • FULADI FAMILY • FRIEND OF LAGUNA • GRADIAS FAMILY • HARBIN FAMILY • HASSMAN FAMILY • KATZENSTEIN FAMILY • KBZ ARCHITECTS, INC. • TOM KENNY • KUPPERMAN FAMILY • LAGUNA BLANCA FACULTY & STAFF • LANDO FAMILY • LEITNER FAMILY • KAREN & THAD LIEB • LONCKI FAMILY • McBRIDE FAMILY • McFEELY FAMILY • CATHERINE ’32 & JACK ’34 MILNE • MIRKIN FAMILY • NAKAMURA FAMILY • NASSERI FAMILY • NELSON FAMILY • OHANIAN FAMILY • AMBER & STEVE ORTIZ • OSMAN FAMILY • POPOVICH FAMILY • SAVANNAH POWERS ’32 & ANDERS TERRILL ’35 • RICE FAMILY • ANNA & MICHAEL PROBSTEL • ELLEN ROBINSON • RYAN FAMILY • SANTA BARBARA ADVENTURE CO • SHARMA FAMILY • TROGAN FAMILY • VAN QUATHEM/WAGNER FAMILY • WEAVER FAMILY • YU FAMILY • ZHANG FAMILY
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EARLY KINDERGARTEN STEAM CLASS AT WORK
After reading the story, Bonaparte Falls Apart by Margery Cuyler, Early Kindergarten students learned about bones in the body and symmetry. Early Kindergarteners then had the challenge of putting Bonaparte back together using Q-tips and playdough.
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GRADE 4 VISITS SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF ART |
Last Tuesday, fourth grade students enjoyed their annual Santa Barbara Museum of Art field trip. They explored portraiture, delving into identity concepts and various art styles. Students also engaged in a fun-filled Greek black-figure ceramic art activity to tie their portraiture exploration together.
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LOLA KEECH '28 INTERVIEWS JANE LYNCH
After a run-in with Montecito's Jane Lynch in a store in Oxford, England over the summer, Lola Keech '28 jumped at the opportunity to pick her brain about acting, theater, and Shakespeare, and set up an interview. Way to go, Lola!
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TEDx SPARK LOOKING FOR SPEAKERS
The students from the TEDx Laguna Blanca team are still accepting speaker suggestions for their TEDx Spark event on January 31, 2024. They are looking for speakers in the following categories: STEM, MultiCultural Perspectives, Health and Wellness, and Arts/Performance. If you or someone you know has an idea worth sharing, please register as a speaker.
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CELEBRATE NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
Laguna Blanca acknowledges Chumash Nation's territory, pays respects to Indigenous caretakers, and recommends books by divisions to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Diverse libraries and literature are vital as we learn about the world and its cultures.
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TELL A FRIEND ABOUT OUR UPCOMING ADMISSION EVENTS! |
Prospective families are invited to experience Laguna as a student by visiting classes, meeting teachers and administrators, hearing from a student panel (for Gr. 9-12), and lunching with faculty and students. Learn more about what makes Laguna's programs and community so special. RSVP is required.
Monday, November 6
Grades EK-4 Parent Class Visit Day & Luncheon (10:30AM-1PM)
Wednesday, November 15
Grades 9-12 Parent Class Visit Day & Luncheon (10:15AM-1PM)
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LOWER SCHOOL HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 31, 1:30-3PM
Parents are invited to join in the fun of the costume parade, Halloween dance led by Coach Robitaille, bounce house, and games. Light snacks provided for students.
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MS/US HALLOWEEN
OCTOBER 31, LUNCHTIME
At lunchtime, students will enjoy Halloween treats supplied by the Family Association in the MS Quad and Merritt Patio. A panel of celebrity faculty members will oversee the costume contest for US students, while the Middle School pumpkin carving competition will be evaluated by the Upper School Student Council.
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GR. 7-12 VOCAL ENSEMBLE CONCERT
NOVEMBER 4, 11AM-1PM
SPAULDING THEATRE
Prepare to be dazzled as Laguna Blanca teams up with Providence's Vocal Ensemble to bring you a musical revue like no other, featuring the best tunes from cherished Broadway shows! Admission is free for students, faculty, and staff. Plus indulge in delicious breakfast pastries at the concessions stand.
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FA COMMUNITY DAY
AT SB FOODBANK
NOVEMBER 4, 9-11AM
The FA has secured 20 volunteer spots at this family-friendly event, and students can earn volunteer hours. Use sign up code: LagunaBlanca. Registration deadline is October 28.
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FA LEARN @ LAGUNA
NOVEMBER 7, 6:30-8PM
MEROVICK GYM, HOPE RANCH
What You Need to Know About College Sports Recruiting hosted by the Family Association. This is your opportunity to ask a Panel of Parents and Coaches about the College Sports Recruiting process and what you can do to market your student-athlete. Kindly RSVP and add your questions for the panelists. Enjoy beer, wine, and light bites.
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FA DRINKS & BITES
NOVEMBER 14, 6:30-8PM
J. WILKES WINERY
Mingle with other Laguna Blanca parents whilst enjoying wine tasting and snacks. Adults 21+. Advance ticket purchase required ($45).
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FA HIKING GROUP
NOVEMBER 15, 9AM
SAN YSIDRO TRAIL
Come along for a leisurely 4-mile hike. The group will wait 5-10 minutes before setting off. No registration needed. Any questions, please contact Philippe d'Offay. |
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FA PICKLEBALL SOCIAL
NOVEMBER 16, 12-1PM
MONTECITO COUNTRY CLUB
Team up for a friendly pickleball game open to all levels. A coach will be on hand for instruction. Registration required ($35).
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FA HOLIDAY LUNCHEON INVITATION
DECEMBER 11, 11:30PM
SANTA BARBARA UNIVERSITY CLUB
The Family Association is hosting a Holiday Luncheon for all parents and caregivers. Please join us for festive food and drinks, Lower School carolers, and holiday camaraderie. Kindly RSVP.
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SAVE THE DATES
More details coming soon!
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November 1
Gr. EK-5 Parent/Teacher & Gr. 6-12 Student-led Conferences
No Classes
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December 5
Gr. 5 Holiday Musical
For all parents
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December 7
Lower School Winter Concert
Music Academy of the West
6-7:30PM
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December 9
Head of School Parent Holiday Party
For all parents
4-6PM
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December 12
Gr. 6-12 Winter Showcase
For all parents
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December 14
FA Hiking Group
9AM
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December 14
FA MS/US Hot Cocoa Bar
For students during lunch
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FOOTBALL TEAM MAINTAINS PERFECT SEASON AFTER HOMECOMING WIN
Our Owls remain undefeated with a 7-0 win for the season—a first in Laguna Blanca's history—following a 52-12 victory over United Christian Academy on Saturday. A big shout-out to the entire football team and the coaches for their successful season, which wraps up this Friday with an away game against Santa Clara. Go Owls!
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SUPPORT THE OWLS ON OUR HOME TURF |
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FRIDAY, 10/27
4/5 White Co-ed Soccer vs Riviera
3:45PM
WEDNESDAY, 11/1
4/5 Blue Co-ed Soccer vs St Raphael's
3:45PM
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THURSDAY, 11/2
Boys MS Soccer vs Ojai Valley
3:45PM
Girls MS Volleyball vs Ojai Valley
3:45PM
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HOW TO PULL KIDS BACK FROM SOCIAL MEDIA RABBIT HOLES
Join this free Common Sense webinar on Wednesday, November 8 at 5PM. With the help of research-backed cognitive behavioral therapy, learn new, user-friendly tools to help kids recognize thought traps and develop strategies to counter them with positive habits of mind that work.
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OWL YOU NEED TO KNOW
Upcoming dates, deadlines, reminders, and important logistical information by division.
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