In This Issue - June 23, 2016
Snapshot from the 
Ridge


Each week, Pacific Ridge School invites you to enjoy a spontaneous view of school life.


Congratulations to the Pacific Ridge School Class of 2016! 

Bulletin Board
Last E-newsletter of the Year
This is Pacific Ridge School's last e-newsletter for the academic year. Have a wonderful summer!

Schedule of Event Calendar
2016-2017 Academic Calendar
Please visit the School Life section of the Pacific Ridge website to view/download the 2016-2017 academic calendar. 

Try Before You Buy: Land's End Uniform Shop at Sears
This summer, a full size run of Land's End polos and pants for boys and girls are available to try-on at the Sears at Westfield UTC. Determine your child's perfect fit by locating the self-service display of uniform items, fit guides and tape measurers. Shoppers may place their order online via the in-store kiosk or from home. Orders over $50 are eligible for free shipping, and returns and exchanges (with some exclusions) are accepted at this location. 
Date: July 1st - September 15th
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday; 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sunday
Location: Westfield UTC, 4575 La Jolla Village Drive 
Hands of Peace Farewell Celebration on July 31st 
All members of the Pacific Ridge community are invited to join interfaith peacebuilding organization Hands of Peace on July 31st to celebrate the culmination of its summer program. Attendees will hear moving reflections from Israeli, Palestinian, and American program participants. The evening will also include a variety of hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction. To purchase tickets, sponsor a table, or learn more about the organization click here. 
Date: Sunday, July 31st
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Temple Solel; 3575 Manchester Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea

Summer Reading Books Available to Purchase on MBSDirect! 
The summer reading module of our online bookstore, MBSDirect, is open for business. In it you'll find all summer reading requirements and options arranged by discipline and course, ready to purchase from MBS. If you prefer to purchase your summer reading books from other vendors, that is perfectly fine. This is simply an option for your convenience. Not sure which courses you need to prepare for? We suggest waiting to purchase summer reading books until mid-July when course schedules come out. MBS's week of free shipping is scheduled for the week after course schedules are published. Looking forward, our 2016-17 school year module in MBS will be open for business very soon. 

Book Buddies - Save Money on Textbooks! 
The Pacific Ridge Parents Association is pleased to announce that Book Buddies is coming back this year! The Book Buddies website was created to facilitate the buying and selling of used textbooks within our school community. Sellers can post books for sale and buyers can find books for purchase with this easy-to-use online "bulletin board." Textbook selections are currently being finalized for next year. and course schedules will be published in July. Look for an email soon with the link and directions on how to use the site.  



Tickets Now Available For PRS Night at the Old Globe!
For the 7th year in a row, Pacific Ridge families are invited to an evening at Balboa Park's beautiful Old Globe Theatre. This year's performance is Shakespeare's Love's Labor's Lost, a delightful romantic comedy that follows the exploits of three schoolmates who swear off romance just before the ill-timed arrival of three beautiful women. Mark your calendars for the 6:00 p.m. pre-show picnic and 8:00 p.m. performance on August 28th. Discount tickets for Pacific Ridge community members are available via the link below. Student tickets (labeled as EDU; areas B, B+) are $19, adult tickets (areas B, B+, A) range from $29 - $47, and premium seats can be purchased for $93. The PRS discounted tickets will be available through August 20th, but purchase soon for the best seats!
Date: Saturday, August 20th
Time: 6 p.m. pre-show picnic; 8 p.m. performance
Location: Old Globe Theatre; 1363 Old Globe Way, 92101
  
Summer Programs and Sports Camps at Pacific Ridge
From June 20th to early August, Pacific Ridge will be offering a number of summer programs available to all students in San Diego's North County. Choices include non-credit academic and other classes for middle and high school students, the Firebird Program for rising 5th through 7th graders, and sports camps for children in elementary school through high school. For more information and to register, please visit the 2016 Summer Programs page on the Pacific Ridge website.

New & Noteworthy

Saying Goodbye to the Class of 2016 
The 84 members of the Class of 2016, along with many family members and friends, enjoyed a joyful commencement ceremony on June 16th. 

After an introduction by Upper School co-heads Allegra Molineaux and Tim Betzala, Senior Class President Phoebe Wislar and Student Body Vice President Adrian Cassarubias gave moving speeches about some of the unexpected challenges and unforgettable opportunities they've faced over the course of their high school careers. All-School President Brij Shaney gave a humorous and heartfelt speech about how his teachers and classmates have helped him lean into discomfort and make the most of his years at Pacific Ridge. Then, Head of School Dr. Bob Ogle applauded the members of the Class of 2016 for their willingness to contribute solutions to some of the most pressing global issues of our day.

A heartfelt and amusing video message from faculty and a musical performances by senior musicians preceded the presentation of diplomas and reading of the class's senior statement. The ceremony concluded with the graduation chorus performing "Blessings," and the traditional tossing of mortarboards. Congratulations, graduates!

To read Dr. Ogle's commencement address, please click here.




Class Notes

Andre '16 Recognized at San Diego Fair Student Showcase
Congratulations to Pacific Ridge graduate Tristen Andre on winning several design awards at the San Diego Fair's Student Showcase. Tristen won "Best of Class" and "Best of Show" in the poster category for his depiction of a national war bonds advertisement. He won "Best of Show" for his 3-D metal Firebird sculpture - a piece he created for his Senior Signature project. Tristen also received two special "judges awards" from the Mingei International Museum and the California Graphic Arts Education Association. The Student Showcase (located in the West Grandstand) will be open for the duration of the fair. Attendees can view more than 9,000 student projects and vote for their favorites to receive the "People's Choice" award. 



Parents Association 

Parent Book Club Summer Reads
The Book Club has selected the following titles for summer reading: Drinking in America: Our Secret History, by Susan Cheever and Wishful Drinking, by Carrie Fisher. The group will meet in late August to discuss both novels. Stay tuned for more details.
 
If you are interested in volunteering for Parents Association activities for the 2016-2017 school year, please contact the Parents Association at parentsassociation@pacificridge.org.  

Sports on the Ridge

Firebirds Receive All-American, All-League Honors
Congratulations to the following spring student-athletes on being recognized for postseason awards:  

Boys Lacrosse:

JoJo Biddle - All American, 1st Team All-Coastal, 2nd Team All-CIF 

Luke Annicharico - 1st team All-Coastal

Brett Edwards - 1st team All-Coastal

Jack Long - 1st team All-Coastal 

 

Track and Field 

Anna Bae - All-Pacific; 4 x100

Akayla Shrivistava - All-Pacific; 4x100

Grace Hofer - All-Pacific; 4x100

Olivia Carter - All-Pacific; 100 hurdles, long jump 

Gianna Bacher - All-Pacific; 300 hurdles


Boys Tennis: 
Joon-ha Bae - All-Coastal

**Girls Lacrosse and Boys Volleyball awards are yet to come through, so we expect this list to continue to grow. Please check the Pacific Ridge Facebook page over the summer for updates. **


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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August 25th - 26th
7th-Grade Orientation
9th-Grade Orientation

August 26th
New 8th-Grade Orientation

New 10th & 11th-Grade Orientation

August 28th
Night at the Old Globe
Pre-Show Picnic
6 p.m.
Love's Labor's Lost
8 p.m.

August 29th
10th-Grade Orientation

August 31st
Opening Day! 

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