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2026
The College Process: A Conversation with Your Student
4/22/2026
How the college admissions process can impact teens’ daily lives and their relationships with their parents.
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Top Six Things to Know About College Admission
4/21/2026
Will having the highest test scores and the most AP courses make you a top applicant?
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The Waiting Game
4/20/2026
An LJCDS College Counselor answers questions about waitlists.
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Top Honors at Science and Engineering Fair 2026
4/16/2026
Middle and Upper School Students are recognized for turning curiosity into meaningful scientific inquiry.
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A Joyful Celebration of Language, Culture, and Community: International Day of La Francophonie
4/14/2026
From music to madeleines, students explore the richness of the Francophone world.
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Cum Laude 2026 Inductees
3/27/2026
Inductees from the classes of 2026 and 2027 are recognized.
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NBC Reporter Visits the Upper School
3/23/2026
LJCDS students asked candid questions and gained firsthand insights into journalism from a local reporter in a small-group setting.
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Where Young Problem Solvers Take Shape
3/19/2026
A hands-on Grade 6 renewable energy project helps students grow as engineers, innovators, and thoughtful problem solvers.
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Growing Resilient: LJCDS Helps Lead the Way in Early Mental Health Education
3/18/2026
We are proud to partner with UC San Diego’s Shift Towards Hope to bring age-appropriate mental health education to our Lower School students.
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Promoting Empathy and Acceptance on Mental Health Awareness Day
3/18/2026
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Alumna Earns San Diego’s Woman of Distinction Honor
3/17/2026
LaRaza Webb’s impact is creating opportunities, empowering communities, and inspiring others to lead with purpose.
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A Parent’s Guide to College Campus Visits
3/13/2026
Spring Break is a great time to visit colleges.
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Curriculum Matters
3/12/2026
Did you know that course selection can be a powerful tool in telling colleges a story about your interests, your academic strengths, and who you are?
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Exploring Summer College Courses for High School Students
3/12/2026
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Founder’s Day Celebrates Legacy of Louise Balmer
3/10/2026
On Founder’s Day, Torreys celebrated the LJCDS centennial and honored Louise Balmer’s birthday.
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Service in Action: Grade 7 Torreys Partner with Local Organizations
3/10/2026
Middle schoolers make an impact locally by taking learning beyond the classroom for a day of service.
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Centennial Year Begins with a Bold Reminder: Torreys Never Stop Growing
3/9/2026
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Middle School Athletics
2/17/2026
Kudos to the softball team and individual players on their recent awards.
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Adding Value Through Summer Enrichment Programs
2/2/2026
A Guide for Students
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Another Successful LJCDS College Admission Symposium
1/30/2026
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When the Show Truly Went On
1/27/2026
Faced with an unexpected power outage, students rose to the moment with confidence, creativity, and the support of an entire school community.
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Going the Extra Mile—8,300 Miles, to Be Exact
1/26/2026
A Vietnam trip that redefined hands-on learning at LJCDS.
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Terri Bamford Court
1/23/2026
Honoring a coach whose influence has shaped generations of Torreys.
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Pritzker Practice VIII: Honoring a Legacy, Shaping the Next Generation of Advocates
1/22/2026
Each fall, La Jolla Country Day School becomes an epicenter of legal reasoning, persuasive argument, and youthful ambition as Torrey Mock Trial hosts the annual Pritzker Practice.
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Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Hugo Barrera ’84 Opens the Operating Room to Torreys
1/21/2026
LJCDS students shadow an alumnus in the operating room for a rare and unforgettable experience.
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Planning college visits over the upcoming breaks? Don’t miss this!
1/21/2026
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Tommy Edman ’13 Helps Dodgers Make MLB History
1/16/2026
A proud moment for the LJCDS community on baseball’s biggest stage.
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Kicking off the College Search Process With the Class of 2027
1/14/2026
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Women Repeat as D1 Tennis Champs
1/14/2026
Back-to-back titles cap off four-day tournament.
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TorreyMUN Celebrates 10th Anniversary
1/13/2026
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Student-authored Article on Voice of San Diego
1/12/2026
Read her piece on the homelessness crisis in San Diego.
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Alumni Connections in Action
1/9/2026
Four Torreys across three generations turned one student’s question into a powerful chain reaction of mentorship, opportunity, and alumni connection.
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Carrying the Torch of Giving
1/8/2026
The Class of 2025 closed out their time at La Jolla Country Day School with a powerful act of generosity and purpose.
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Vicky Chen Uses Winnings to Treat Classmates to a Concert
1/7/2026
CPO youth competition offers an opportunity to expand classical music fans.
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Alumni Awards 2025
1/6/2026
Alumni were recognized during the annual awards ceremony.
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National Magazine Highlights Student-designed Attendance App
1/5/2026
Matthew DuBois ’26 and Luke Graham ’26 created CheckPoint Student for LJCDS students and beyond.
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