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Congratulations and best wishes to the Class of 2013!
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Last E-newsletter of the Year
This is Pacific Ridge School's last e-newsletter for the academic year. Have a wonderful summer!
 Health and Athletic Forms Due August 1st
Please check your email for information from the Nursing and Athletic departments regarding required health and athletic forms, deadlines and additional information pertaining to the Fall 2013-2014 athletic season. Have questions related to either health or athletic forms? Please contact Ms. Wiedemeier at athletics@pacificridge.org or 760-579-4904.
TB Screening for 2013-2014 Middle School Service Learning
Middle School parents: Two of our respected Middle School service learning partners, Head Start and The ARC of San Diego, require all volunteers to have proof of a negative tuberculosis screening during the 12 months prior to their service work. In order for your child to have access to the full range of Middle School service learning opportunities in all three trimesters, we highly recommend that you request a TB screening at your child's annual physical. Clinics and some drug stores also administer the test. A dated verification of the negative result can be submitted with your child's health forms by August 1st. Please check your email for more details from the Nursing and Athletic departments.
7th and 9th Grade Orientation Dates Parents of rising 7th and 9th graders: keep an eye out this summer for information regarding orientation in August. The 7th-grade orientation is August 21st-22nd, and includes an overnight stay at Camp Stevens in Julian. The 9th-grade orientation, which includes ALL 9th graders, is August 22nd-23rd, and also includes an overnight at Camp Stevens. Incoming students in 8th, 10th and 11th grades will have orientations on campus. Parents Association Textbook Exchange 
The Parents Association used textbook sale will take place after class lists are published in early August. Prior to the sale dates, parents will have the opportunity to reserve used textbooks they would like to buy through an online reservation system. Check your email over the summer for more information about this cost-saving program. Used Textbook & Used Uniform Sale Dates & Times: Thursday, August 8th, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., and Tuesday, August 13th, from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Place: Athletic Center lobby
Join Pacific Ridge at The Old Globe on August 17th
For the 4th year in a row, Pacific Ridge families are invited to come together for an evening at Balboa Park's beautiful Old Globe Theatre. This year's selected performance is Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, an unforgettable tale of mercy, justice, generosity and greed. Tickets are still available here. Be sure to use the promotional code 'Firebirds' to receive discounted rates. Check your email over the summer for more information about this Saturday, August 17th outing.
New Summer Programs Available
From June 24th to August 2nd, Pacific Ridge will be providing a number of summer programs available to all students in San Diego's North County. Check out our newest offerings by visiting Pacificridge.org and selecting "Pacific Ridge Summer Programs" at the bottom of the page.
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| New & Noteworthy | |
Class of 2013 Commencement & Celebration
The 71 members of the Class of 2013, many of whom were among the school's founding 7th graders, enjoyed a commencement ceremony on June 13th full of reminiscing and joy. Senior Class President Katherina Nardo and Student Body Vice President Sasha Bechtler-Levin warmly recalled experiences from each of the class's six years at the school. Student Body President Tony Ibrahim thanked faculty members for their commitment and compassion, before introducing former Co-Head of School Dr. Eileen Mullady, who shared insights with the class from her experience with "life after Pacific Ridge." Head of School Dr. Bob Ogle applauded the seniors' reputation for being "irrepressible" and expressed his confidence that their time at Pacific Ridge has imbued them with the ability to achieve, even in the face of life's inevitable adversities. Several seniors serenaded attendees with "Firebirds," a song written by Jake Smith and Kevin Xu for their Senior Signature project. After diplomas were received and the class's senior statement read, the A Cappella ensemble closed the ceremony with a beautiful rendition of "Blessing." For excerpts from Dr. Ogle's commencement address, please click here. Congratulations, graduates!
 Soon-to-be graduates enjoy the proceedings.
Proud faculty members prepare to say goodbye.
Alumni, family and friends line up to dole out hugs and congratulations.
Edinburgh Festival Invites Pacific Ridge Theater Students
The Pacific Ridge Theater program has been selected by the American High School Theatre Festival (AHSTF) to attend the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland, in August of 2014. There, students will showcase their skills at the world's largest and most prestigious arts festival. High School programs are nominated by state, regional and national theater organizations, with the top theater programs being identified based on their most recent bodies of work, awards, community involvement, philosophies and recommendations. Pacific Ridge's Advanced Theater Arts class, along with theater instructor Alison Trattner, will be working hard to make sure the group can take advantage of this fantastic opportunity. They will be conducting benefit performances, holding film festivals, washing cars and (now and then) wearing kilts! Please stay tuned to support them in their efforts...Bagpipes or Bust!
2012-2013 Annual Fund Completed!
An enormous thank you goes to Pacific Ridge parents, faculty, staff and trustees for your generous support of this year's Annual Fund. Thank you also to our parent and faculty volunteers for your dedication to our fundraising endeavors. Due to all of your efforts, we raised a total of $539,581 and achieved more than 99% participation. Donations like yours sustain and protect each element of the Pacific Ridge mission statement. They support academic programs and faculty professional development, expand the reach of our service learning program and help subsidize the cost of our global programs, which this year sent 433 students to 17 different countries around the world. They also help underwrite performances such as Into the Woods, Picnic and The Boy Friend -- our first ever Middle School musical. There are countless other examples, from athletics to student life, all of which are touched by the Annual Fund. Thank you again for your incredible support of Pacific Ridge!
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| Parents Association | |
Join the 2013-2014 Parent Book Club
All parents are warmly invited to join The Parents Association Book Club. A number of terrific books have been selected for next year, including titles for the first few meetings: On the Road, by Jack Kerouac, The Secretary: A Journey with Hillary Clinton from Beirut to the Heart of American Power, by Kim Ghattas and The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy, by Jeanne Birdsal. More information about the book club will be emailed over the summer. If you would like to be added to the email list, please contact parentsassociation@pacificridge.org. Come share your passion for reading with the Pacific Ridge community!
First Meeting Date: August 16th
Book: On The Road, by Jack Kerouac
Time & Place: TBD
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| Sports on the Ridge | |
All-Coastal Conference Teams Announced
Congratulations to the following athletes on being named All-Coastal Conference for spring sports:
Boys Lacrosse
First Team: Mitchell Kneeshaw, Parker Lawlor, Jack Merrifield, Radmer Van der Heyde
Second Team: Conner Asbill, Kevin Chu, Kevin O'Donnell, Tristan Ruh
Girls Lacrosse
First Team: Emily Leposky
Second Team: Natalie Dederich, Britta Gullahorn, Emily St. Marie
US Lacrosse Academic All-American: Emily St. Marie
Boys Tennis
First Team: Logan Elstermann, Keane Hindle, Christopher Meyer
All-Pacific League Track Athletes Announced
Congratulations to the following Track & Field athletes on being named All-Pacific League:
Delaney Miller - 400 meters and 1600 meters
Carolyn O'Laughlin - 100 meter hurdles
Mina Fardeen, Sarah McLoughlin, Emily Chong, Delaney Mlller - 4 X 400 meter relay
Pacific Running Society Summer Training
Students can join a six-week summer cross country training program from June 17th - July 20th and August 5th - 10th. Clinics and five to six runs will be offered every week. Clinics will cover topics such as mental training, running form and goal development. The cost is $20 for USATF dues. Contact Coach Edwards at sedwards@pacificridge.org for application forms. A summer training schedule will be available to all Pacific Ridge cross country runners.
Middle School Fall Sports Information
Middle School sports will begin on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 28th. Student-athletes must read and sign the Athletic Handbook and complete all Health and Athletic forms (which include a doctor's physical) by August 1st.
Upper School Fall Sports Information
Student-athletes must read and sign the Athletic Handbook and CIF Code of Ethics, as well as complete all Health and Athletic forms (which include a doctor's physical) by August 1st. After submitting the necessary forms, students can pick up a required Blue Card in the Athletic Office on Friday, August 9th, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., or Monday, August 12th, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
No student-athletes will be allowed to try out for teams or participate in practices until they have received a Blue Card. Students should present Blue Cards to their coach on the first day of practice.
Following CIF-San Diego policy of a school-wide No Contact Period, coaches will be unable to meet with students or respond to emails or phone calls from July 22nd to August 4th.
Girls Volleyball
Tryouts for all Upper School Volleyball teams will take place on August 12th and 13th, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Practices will commence on August 14th. Questions? Contact Coach Dahl at adahl@pacificridge.org.
Coed Cross Country
The official start of the Cross Country season is August 12th. There will be an informational team parent meeting at 6:15 p.m. at Pacific Ridge. Questions? Contact Coach Edwards at sedwards@pacificridge.org.
Girls Tennis
Tryouts for Girls Tennis will begin on August 12th with an informational meeting at 11:00 a.m. in the Athletic Center. Questions? Contact Coach Dawson at athletics@pacificridge.org.
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| Beyond the Ridge | |
Camp College for Seniors August 21st-23rd
Reminder: Seniors will return to Camp College on August 21st-23rd for more important work on their college applications. Students are requested to bring their file crates, updated resumes, completed essay drafts, their initial college lists and 5 things they want colleges to know about them. Parents: Please mark your family calendars for this required workshop!
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In a community that fosters academic excellence, ethical responsibility, and global engagement, Pacific Ridge School prepares students for college and a purposeful life.
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Schedule of Events
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August 1st
Health & Athletics Packets Due for All Students | |
August 12th
Upper School Sports Begin
August 17th
Pacific Ridge Night at the Old Globe
August 21st - 22nd
7th Grade Orientation
August 21st - 23rd
Camp College for Seniors
August 22nd
New 10th & 11th Grade Orientation
August 22nd - 23rd
9th Grade Orientation
August 23rd
New 8th Grade Orientation
August 28th
First Day of School
Middle School Sports Begin
September 2nd
No School
Labor Day
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A View From The Ridge
