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Each week, Pacific Ridge School invites you to enjoy a spontaneous view of school life.
Students welcome George the Mannequin to his new home in the Arts & Technology Center.
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 2015-2016 Academic Calendar
To view the academic calendar for the 2015-2016 school year, go to the School Information page in Haiku, where it can be found under "Schedules, Calendars and News Archives."
Middle School Social Event on January 23rd
Middle School students are invited to join classmates for an evening of Capture The Flag in the new Middle School Building. Snacks will be provided. There is no fee for this event.
Date: Friday, January 23rd
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Place: Middle School Building
Winter Formal: It's Alice in Wonderland!
Upper School students are invited to fall down the rabbit hole for this year's 'Alice in Wonderland'- themed winter formal. Great music, snacks and refreshments will be offered.
Date: Saturday, January 24th
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Place: Mullady Hall
Cost: $12 in advance; $15 at the door
Summer Programs Information Fair on January 29th
 Upper and Middle School students and their families are invited to the Summer Opportunities Fair on January 29th. Over 20 exhibitors will be presenting information about summer travel programs, internships, camps and research opportunities in the arts, academic enrichment, science research, tech, and more. Bring a friend!Date: Thursday, January 29th
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Place: East and West Reading Rooms
"Rumble on the Ridge" on January 30th
Help pack the bleachers and cheer loud enough to cause a "Rumble on the Ridge" in support of Girls Varsity Soccer, Boys JV Basketball, and Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball on January 30th! The Red Oven Pizza food truck will be on hand, providing fans with fuel to keep cheering all night! Club Firebird will sell Firebird headbands and t-shirts the week before the event.
3:30 p.m. Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Bishop's
4:00 p.m. Boys JV Basketball vs. Escondido Charter
5:30 p.m. Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Foothills Christian
7:00 p.m. Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Escondido Charter
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony on February 2nd!
Mark your calendars for Monday, February 2nd! Join Dr. Ogle and the Pacific Ridge community for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration of our new Middle School/Administration Building and Arts & Technology Center. Invitations were mailed to families' homes last week.
Date: Monday, February 2nd
Time: 2:15 p.m.
Place: Pacific Ridge campus
Get Your Tickets to Pippin!
Tickets are going fast for this year's Upper School musical, Pippin! Click here to purchase yours. Show dates are Thursday through Saturday, February 5th - 7th. Performance times are 7:30 p.m., with an additional matinee at 2:00 p.m. on the 7th. Reserve your seats today!
Pippin poster designed by Ethan Printz '18
Pippin Seeking Video Cameras and Props!
The Pippin production team is seeking to borrow three video cameras with HDMI input/output capability from January 31st to February 7th for important use in the Pippin show. For more information, please contact Ms. Trattner at [email protected]. Additionally, those families interested in loaning or donating props can see a list of desired items here.
 Pacific Ridge Now Hosting San Diego Children's Choir
Pacific Ridge School has been selected as a 2015 rehearsal site for the San Diego Children's Choir. The partnership will enable more families in San Diego's North County to participate in the San Diego Children's Choir's exceptional choral education and performance programs. SDCC has choirs for grades 1-2, 3-5, 6-9, and 10-12. Choral participants perform with the San Diego Symphony, California Ballet, and more. For information, visit the SDCC website.
Tax Receipts on Their Way: Thank You for Your Support!
Tax receipts, which summarize each family's donation(s) to Pacific Ridge School during the 2014 calendar year, will be sent in the U.S. mail by January 30th. All gifts and pledge payments to the Annual Fund and our comprehensive campaigns are fully tax-deductible and will be reflected on the receipt. Questions? Please feel free to contact Nisa Conway at [email protected] or 760-448-9883.
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Benjamin Zander to Speak and Perform at Pacific Ridge
On Tuesday evening, March 10th, the Pacific Ridge community will welcome Benjamin Zander to our Carlsbad campus. Mr. Zander, founder and conductor of the Boston Philharmonic, is known around the world as a charismatic conductor and an inspirational speaker on leadership, combining both in his radiant performances. Using music as a vehicle, he helps participants see the world in new and transformative ways. This event is not a speech - it's an experience. For more information about how you and your friends in the San Diego community can attend this free evening program, go to www.pacificridge.org/zander .Date: Tuesday, March 10th
Time: 6:30 p.m., presentation begins promptly at 7:00 p.m.
Place: Athletic Center
Tickets: Free; reservations required
Model U.N. Team Impresses at Columbia University Conference
Congratulations to Pacific Ridge Model United Nations team members who traveled to New York to compete at the Columbia University Model U.N. Conference on January 15th to 18th. Facing delegations from some of the finest schools in the country, our students performed with distinction in simulations as wide-ranging as the Chinese Military Commission, the Cyprus Dispute Committee, and the International Trade in Endangered Species Committee. Exemplary work did not go unnoticed: Nick Marr and Avery Rogers received Outstanding Delegate awards, Elle Lefebvre, Julien Barthelemy, and Matty Bernstein received Honorable Mention Awards, and Josh Kahn and Tony Oliverio received Verbal Commendations.
Pacific Ridge Model UN takes New York by storm!
Academic League Sweeps Competition!
The varsity, JV and freshman Academic League teams celebrated victory on January 15th, after their win over El Camino High School. The varsity team dominated 86-9, while the JV team earned an impressive 78-22 win and the freshman team prevailed 33-22. Congratulations, Firebirds!
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The Arts & Technology Center is Open!
Warming up in the new instrumental studio
Sharing a conversation before diving into graphic design
Working on collages in the new Visual Arts studio
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| Curricular Adventures |
Middle School Students Spell It Out The new Middle School Town Square was buzzing with activity during last week's "spelling bee"-themed Community Life. Students worked in teams to spell words such as "ukulele" and "flamb�" as quickly as possible. Winners of the practice rounds received a candy prize, but starting next week, spelling bee winners will win something even sweeter - the chance to represent Pacific Ridge in regional bees and beyond. Students can access practice quizzes, vocabulary flashcards and important spelling bee dates on the Middle School Spelling Bee page on Haiku.
Can I buy a vowel?
There's no "i" in team!
Seniors Dine With Chilean Author at Literary Luncheon
On January 15th, a group of seniors attended the annual Rancho Santa Fe Literary Society luncheon to meet Hector Tobar, author of Deep, Dark, Down: The Untold Stories of 33 Men Buried in a Chilean Mine and the Miracle That Set Them Free. The students spent nearly an hour with Mr. Tobar, discussing his experiences with the Chilean culture and his journalistic approach to storytelling. According to Ms. Juskaitis, the students beautifully represented Pacific Ridge's commitment to engaged learning by conducting themselves with poise, insightfulness, and enthusiastic interest.
Seniors with author Hector Tobar at the Rancho Santa Fe Literary Luncheon
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Service Learning In The Field
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Grassroot 3 v. 3 Soccer Tournament on January 25th
Upper School service learning group "Playing 4 A Difference" will host its 3rd annual 3 v. 3 soccer tournament on January 25th. The tournament is open to all Pacific Ridge students and community members 18 and under. Individuals may register with a team of up to five players or as a "free agent" to be placed on a team. F unds raised from the tournament will be used to support Grassroot Soccer, an international nonprofit that uses the power of soccer to save lives by preventing the spread of HIV. Please click here to register or to learn more.
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| Parents Association |
Walking Club on January 23rd
 Join the Parents Association for socializing and exercising along the Encinitas Ranch Trails. If you would like to be added to the walking club contact list, email the Parents Association at [email protected].Date: Friday, January 23rd Time: 8:30 a.m. Place: Meet at Starbucks, 1560 Leucadia Blvd., Encinitas (Walmart/REI Shopping Center)
Supper Club Mid-Year Social on January 25th
For all Supper Club participants, the Mid-Year Social is another opportunity to socialize with some fabulous Pacific Ridge parents and enjoy delicious appetizers (provided) and beverages (for purchase). Come join the fun! Date: Sunday, January 25th Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Place: The Wine Loft, 1911 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad (located in The Forum)  Parent Book Club Meeting on January 26th The Pacific Ridge Parent Book Club will meet to discuss The Language of Flowers, by Vanessa Diffenbaugh. The Book Club is open to all Pacific Ridge parents. Date: Monday, January 26th Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Place: Library Learning Commons Used Uniform Sale! Do you need to replenish your uniform supply? Come to the Parents Association used uniform sale next Thursday and Friday, January 29th and 30th. Used uniform donations can be dropped off at the sale or in the "used uniform" bin in the library. Funds from the sale are used to support Gingerbread Breakfast, Staff Appreciation Day and other Parents Association events. Date: Thursday, January 29th and Friday, January 30th Time: 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Place: Front of Mullady Hall Cost: $5 per item, cash or check only Parents Association General Meeting on February 18th Mark your calendar now for the Parents Association General Meeting. The main goal of this meeting is to share data and reflections on the Freedom from Chemical Dependency (FCD) survey. For more information on the FCD, please visit: www.fcd.org Date: Wednesday, February 18th Time: 6:30pm Place: TBD Grade-Level Receptions on March 10th Prior to spending "An Evening with Benjamin Zander," all Pacific Ridge parents are cordially invited to attend grade-level receptions on campus. This is a great opportunity to socialize with other Pacific Ridge parents, teachers and administrators before enjoying the special program presented by renowned Boston Philharmonic Conductor and leadership expert Benjamin Zander. Date: Tuesday, March 10th Time: 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Place: Pacific Ridge campus
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Sports on the Ridge
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"Rumble on the Ridge" on January 30th
Come be a fan! Please see the bulletin section for more information about supporting Pacific Ridge's winter sports teams at Firebird Spirit Night.
Upper School Home Games, Week of January 26th:
Be a Firebird Fan! Home game times for the upcoming week are listed below. Schedules are subject to change, so please check Schedulestar regularly for accurate information.
1/27/15
3:30 p.m. Boys MS 'A' Basketball vs. Maranatha Christian
4:30 p.m. Boys MS 'B' Basketball vs. Marantaha Christian
1/28/15
3:30 p.m. Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Escondido Charter
6:30 p.m. Boys JV Basketball vs. High Tech High
1/30/15 - "Rumble on the Ridge" Firebird Spirit Night
3:30 p.m. Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Bishop's
4:00 p.m. Boys JV Basketball vs. Escondido Charter
5:30 p.m. Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Foothills Christian
7:00 p.m. Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Escondido Charter
Scores:
Boys Varsity Basketball
1/13/15 Calvary Christian School 81 69 W
1/15/15 Mar Vista High School 56 46 W
Boys Junior Varsity Basketball
1/12/15 La Jolla Country Day School 29 38 L
1/15/15 Mar Vista High School 45 41 W
Boys Middle School 'A' Basketball
1/13/15 Army Navy Academy 28 13 W
1/15/15 Tri-City Christian School 31 56 L
Boys Middle School 'B' Basketball
1/15/15 Tri-City Christian School 7 37 L
1/13/15 Guajome Park Academy 42 43 L
1/14/15 Lincoln High School 32 36 L
1/17/15 Rancho Buena Vista High School 23 71 L
Boys Varsity Soccer
1/14/15 Santa Fe Christian Schools 3 0 W
Boys Middle School 'A' Soccer
1/14/15 Santa Fe Christian Schools 1 2 L
Boys Middle School 'B' Soccer
1/14/15 Santa Fe Christian Schools 2 1 W
Girls Varsity Soccer
1/14/15 Santa Fe Christian Schools 1 4 L
1/16/15 Horizon Christian Schools 8 0 W
Girls Middle School 'A' Soccer
1/15/15 Rancho Santa Fe Middle School 6 0 W
1/16/15 Santa Fe Christian Schools 5 0 W
Girls Middle School 'B' Soccer
1/16/15 Santa Fe Christian Schools 0 2 L
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| Beyond the Ridge |
 NCAA Primer Night on January 26thUpper School athletes and their families are invited to a conversation about the college recruiting process on January 26th, hosted by Pacific Ridge Athletics and College Guidance. The session will cover how students can prepare academically and personally for NCAA opportunities. This evening is a precursor to NCAA Night this spring. Date: Monday, January 26th Time: 6:00 p.m. Place: East Reading Room
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Amira Parker '18 Serves as Theater Mentor for Special Needs Peers
Freshman Amira Parker was recently featured in the Seaside Courier for her volunteer work with Encinitas' Positive Action Community Theatre (PACT). PACT provides theater and performing arts workshops that teach self-esteem, cooperation, fitness and creativity to children, teens, and young adults with autism and other unique needs. Amira is a familiar face to those who attend PACT's Saturday workshops. She leads by example, encouraging the group to participate in creative expression work such as music and improvisation. PACT is currently seeking more teenage volunteers. Please visit www.pacthouse.org to learn more.
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| New Faculty & Staff Snapshot |
Noureddine El Alam, Math
Favorite or most recent book? The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho
Favorite movie? "My Left Foot"
Favorite sport to play or watch? Soccer and soccer!
Greatest Indulgence? Chocolate
If you make him breakfast? A nice cup of strong coffee with baguette, omelette and fresh squeezed orange juice
In his free time? Watching English Premier League soccer games and spending time with his little ones at a park.
Dream vacation? Would love to visit Turkey
Home town? Fes, Morocco
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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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January 23rd
Middle School Social Event
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
January 24th
Upper School Winter Formal
7 - 10 p.m.
January 25th
Supper Club Mid-Year Social
4 - 6 p.m.
January 26th
NCAA Primer Night
6 p.m.
Parents Association Book Club
7 p.m.
January 29th Used Uniform Sale 1:30 - 4 p.m. Summer Opportunities Fair 6 p.m. January 30th Used Uniform Sale 1:30 - 4 p.m. February 2nd Ribbon-Cutting for New Buildings 2:15 p.m. February 5th & 6th Pippin 7:30 p.m. February 7th Pippin 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. February 18th Parents Association General Meeting 6:30 p.m. February 23rd Parents Association Walking Club 8:30 a.m. March 10th An Evening with Benjamin Zander 6:30 p.m.
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A View From The Ridge
