Parent and Student Handbook at LJCDS | San Diego CA School
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Parent and Student Handbook at LJCDS | San Diego CA School
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Family Handbook
The Family Handbook contains policies and procedures at La Jolla Country Day School. We require all parents/guardians and students to review the handbook each year. Contact the division head with questions.
Log into the Parent Portal to view the Family Handbook
Lower School
Head of Lower School
Briony Chown
858-453-3440 x120
bchown@ljcds.org
Lower School Administrative Assistant & Attendance
Emma Buttery
858-453-3440 x161
ebuttery@ljcds.org
Middle School
Head of Middle School
Kristy Johnson
858-453-3440 x171
kjohnson@ljcds.org
Middle School Administrative Assistant & Attendance
Alicia Deutz
858-453-3440 x115
adeutz@ljcds.org
Upper School
Head of Upper School
James Joseph
858-453-3440 x464
jjoseph@ljcds.org
Upper School Attendance Administrative Assistant
Maggie Curella
858-453-3440 x300
attendance@ljcds.org
School Policies that Relate to Employee Interactions with Pupils
Assembly Bill 500 (AB500), effective January 1, 2018, adds section 44050 of the California Education Code, which requires schools to provide the section on employee interactions with pupils in its code of conduct, to parents and guardians of enrolled students on the School’s website.
The following document shares portions of the School policies, which are included in the School’s Employee Handbook, including language relating to interactions between pupils and employees.
AB500 – School Policies that Relate to Employee Interactions with Pupils
La Jolla Country Day School
9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-453-3440
© 2026 La Jolla Country Day School
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Menu
About
arrow
Welcome
Who We Are
At a Glance
History
Belonging
Faculty & Staff Directory
Security
Directions
Career Opportunities
News & Stories
arrow
Newsletter Archives
Alumni Magazine
Board of Trustees
Admission
arrow
Explore the LJCDS Experience
Meet Our Community
How to Apply
arrow
Early Childhood Center
Lower School
Middle School
Upper School
Tuition and Financial Assistance
Student Ambassador Board Members
Alumni Stories
Informational Events and Tours
International Applicants
Meet the Team
Academics
arrow
Early Childhood Center
arrow
A Distinct Approach
Curriculum
Environment
Sample Schedule
Lower School
arrow
Kindergarten
arrow
A Distinct Approach
Curriculum
Grades 1-4
arrow
A Distinct Approach
Curriculum
Extended Day Option
Middle School
arrow
A Distinct Approach
Curriculum
Upper School
arrow
Curriculum
Advanced Studies
Experiential Education
College Counseling
arrow
3-Year College Matriculation
College Rep Resources
College Trips
FAQs
Service-Learning
Library
Learning Resource Center
Citizenship
arrow
Programs & Annual Events
Speaker Series
Design and Innovation
arrow
Curriculum
Torrey Explorers Fund
Arts
arrow
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
Arts Hall of Fame
arrow
Nominations
Athletics
arrow
Meet the Coaches
Teams
Weekly Home Games
History of Excellence
arrow
Torreys at the Next Level
Hall of Fame
arrow
Inductees
Nominations
Athletics Handbook
Shop Torrey
arrow
Middle School PE Uniforms
Community
arrow
Wellness
arrow
FAQs
Clubs & Organizations
Advisory and Peer Leader
After-School Programs
Lunch
Transportation
All School Calendar
Parent Engagement
arrow
Volunteer Interest Form
Grandparents
Family Handbook
Giving
arrow
Make a Gift
Ways to Give
arrow
Planned Giving
Funding Priorities
arrow
The Hub for Human Impact
Country Day Fund
Financial Assistance
Blue Bash
arrow
Sponsorships
Name a Theater Seat
Your Gifts in Action
Recognition and Giving Societies
Centennial Campaign
Portal
Alumni
arrow
Events
arrow
Alumni Weekend
Reunions
Regional Events
Update Your Info
Class Notes
Alumni Giving
Alumni Awards
Alumni Business Directory
Summer
Calendar
News
Shop Torrey
X
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. By continuing to use this website, you consent to our use of these cookies.
Family Handbook
The Family Handbook contains policies and procedures at La Jolla Country Day School. We require all parents/guardians and students to review the handbook each year. Contact the division head with questions.
Log into the Parent Portal to view the Family Handbook
Lower School
Head of Lower School
Briony Chown
858-453-3440 x120
bchown@ljcds.org
Lower School Administrative Assistant & Attendance
Emma Buttery
858-453-3440 x161
ebuttery@ljcds.org
Middle School
Head of Middle School
Kristy Johnson
858-453-3440 x171
kjohnson@ljcds.org
Middle School Administrative Assistant & Attendance
Alicia Deutz
858-453-3440 x115
adeutz@ljcds.org
Upper School
Head of Upper School
James Joseph
858-453-3440 x464
jjoseph@ljcds.org
Upper School Attendance Administrative Assistant
Maggie Curella
858-453-3440 x300
attendance@ljcds.org
School Policies that Relate to Employee Interactions with Pupils
Assembly Bill 500 (AB500), effective January 1, 2018, adds section 44050 of the California Education Code, which requires schools to provide the section on employee interactions with pupils in its code of conduct, to parents and guardians of enrolled students on the School’s website.
The following document shares portions of the School policies, which are included in the School’s Employee Handbook, including language relating to interactions between pupils and employees.
AB500 – School Policies that Relate to Employee Interactions with Pupils
La Jolla Country Day School
9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-453-3440
© 2026 La Jolla Country Day School
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Country Day Connection Newsletter
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