LAGUNA LINKS - 1.9.20

TEDxLBS 2020 IS THREE WEEKS AWAY!

TEDxLAGUNABLANCASCHOOL 2020

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29

Get ready to re-think what you know, to rebel against what’s been done before, and to re-discover truths about the society, systems, and world around you!

Time is running out to purchase tickets to this impressive student-produced event, so don’t wait!

Want to get involved? View our sponsorship opportunities to partner with the TEDx program, Laguna, and other community organizations that make this day possible. And what a day it will be!

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TASTE & TOUR AT LAGUNA TOMORROW, FRI 1/10!

Bring a friend to get a taste of Laguna’s Lower School at this exciting new Early Kindergarten through Fourth Grade outreach event. Food & wine is generously sponsored by Dierberg Estate Vineyard, Folded Hills Winery, Lilac Patisserie, and Lucca Wood Fired Pizza Catering. Complimentary valet parking. Adults only please.

Kindly RSVP via the Paperless Post email invitation you received. Be sure to include the total number of attendees, including the friends you are inviting.

We look forward to sharing this fun evening with you!

SEE LAGUNA IN ACTION!

INVITE A FRIEND TO SATURDAY'S GR. 5-12 OPEN HOUSE

GRADES 5-12 OPEN HOUSE

SATURDAY, JANUARY 11 AT 9:30AM

4125 PALOMA DRIVE, HOPE RANCH

This unique event highlights our academic, co-curricular, college counseling, and athletic programs that shape student experiences each day. Open House offers an ideal opportunity for Laguna families to explore next steps in their educational journey.

MEET OUR TEAM OF TEACHERS, STUDENTS, & PARENTS

ENJOY THE STUDENT PANEL WITH ENGAGING Q&A

GR. EK-4 OPEN HOUSE IS NEXT THURSDAY

CHILDREN'S INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS

THURSDAY, JANUARY 16

3:30-5PM

260 SAN YSIDRO ROAD, MONTECITO

Invite a friend to visit our classrooms and learn about our programs in Early Kindergarten through Grade 4 while their child explores art, science, music, technology, LEGO engineering, and more! This interactive and free community event is fun for the whole family.

YOU'RE INVITED TO CELEBRATE READING AT THE LOWER SCHOOL ON JANUARY 30

LS CELEBRATES READING

THURSDAY, JANUARY 30

5-6:30PM

260 SAN YSIDRO ROAD

Pull on your pajamas and let your imagination soar with your favorite storybook characters! Complimentary dinner, milk, and cookies.

Join us and bring a friend to this free outreach event!

GR. 5-12 HOLIDAY SHOWCASE PHOTOS ARE HERE!

Our Middle and Upper School students sent us off to winter break with lots of holiday cheer! Congratulations to the students who performed in the Holiday Showcase and to teachers Rob Moreno and Molly Markstrum for their dedication and leadership in the performing arts.

"The performances took the audience through a range of thoughtfully selected pieces that showcased each of our students’ individual talents respectively and with a variety of genres, tempos, and tones," says Head of Middle School Shane Lopes. "It was such a treat to see our students and teachers shine together on stage during such a festive time of year."

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OWLS FLY BACK TO THE NEST FOR ANNUAL ALUMNI COLLEGE PANEL

This week we welcomed twelve Owls back to campus for Laguna's Annual Alumni College Panel. Director of College Counseling Matt Struckmeyer moderated the lively discussion, which was followed by a Q&A. Always a favorite assembly, Upper School students enjoyed learning about how to choose a major, ways to practice self-care in college, tips on transferring schools, and much more.

Thank you to each alum who shared their valuable perspective and words of wisdom with us! Come back soon!

LAGUNA TO HOST SECOND ANNUAL MASTER BUILDER COMPETITION THIS SATURDAY, 1/11

A few spots have opened in this weekend's competition! If your child is interested, click on the button below to be added to the waitlist.

MORE ABOUT THE COMPETITION

QUESTIONS? Contact Zack Moore.

ADD YOUR NAME TO WAITLIST

LAGUNA BOYS BASKETBALL BEATS GRACE BRETHREN IN FRONTIER LEAGUE OPENER

BY BARRY PUNZAL, NOOZHAWK SPORTS EDITOR

Laguna Blanca had three players score in double figures as the Owls knocked off Grace Brethren, 50-37, in a Frontier League-opening boys basketball game on Wednesday, 1/8.

Christian Branch '20 scored 15 points in the first half, Devin Hernandez '21 tossed in 12 of his team-high 18 in the fourth quarter, and Finn Walker '21 had a double-double of 10 points and 12 rebounds for the Owls.

Go Owls!

TRAIN WITH MR. LOPES THIS WINTER!

Head of Middle School and Football Coach Shane Lopes is now offering Winter Strength Training for students in grades 7-12! All experience levels are welcome.

This 8-week program will run through Friday, March 6.

The training will take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3-4PM in the Fitness Center at Merovick Gymnasium. Students may sign up for 1-3 of the days, depending on other extra-curricular commitments they have after school.

Shane holds a Master of Science in Physical Education as well as a single-subject Teaching Credential. He is also a certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and teaches sports performance at Laguna in the spring semester for grades 7-12.

Questions? Contact Shane Lopes.

LAGUNA ALUM JULIA STONE '19 NAMED EQUESTRIAN OF THE YEAR BY US EQUESTRIAN

Congratulations to recent Laguna grad Julia Stone '19 on this incredible honor!

Trained by Jim Hagman at Elvenstar Farm in Huntington Beach, CA, Stone has spent the last two years focused on the big equitation classes and year-end finals. She developed a special relationship with the equitation horse she has been riding, Let’s Go , and the combination won several key awards throughout the season, such as winning the ASPCA Maclay Region 8 Final. In 2019, Stone and Let’s Go showed at prestigious competitions across the country, including the Winter Equestrian Festival, Pennsylvania National Horse Show, and the Del Mar International Horse Show.