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2019 Head of School Report

by Head of School Kevin YaleyAs we close out the 2018-2019 academic year, I am pleased to report again that our School is in a position of strength and our future holds much promise. And as always, our focus remains on advancing our mission of providing Parker...

Ending the School Year with Joy and Gratitude

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by Head of Upper School Dr. Monica Gillespie s the 2018-2019 academic year comes to a close, I am filled with gratitude. Seeing the authentic joy of our seniors as they received their diplomas on Saturday inspires me and serves as a reminder about...

Beginning with Joy – Finishing with Joy

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by Head of Middle School Dan Lang he end of the year in Middle School is often a bittersweet affair. Grade 8 students have reached the end of one chapter in their journey and are prepared to begin another. Fortunately, as we say goodbye to the...

Success by Any Measure

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by Head of Lower School Dr. Bob Gillingham e often talk about assessment on the Lower School Campus, striving always to understand and meet students’ needs. However, in our years on this beautiful Campus, we’ve all come to realize that assessment...

Board Chair Corner – June 2019

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by Board Chair Robert Gleasons the 2018-2019 academic year–Francis Parker School’s 107th–draws to a close, it is a natural time for all, including your Board to Trustees, to reflect on all that has been accomplished over the year. In my first note...

June Message From the Parents Association President

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A message to the Parker community from Parents Association President Madeleine Nawrocki.

California History Day 2019 Results

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In May 2019, thirty-nine Francis Parker School students from all three divisions traveled to Sacramento to represent San Diego County at the National History Day California competition. At the end of the weekend competition, nine Parker students advanced to the National Competition, in addition to two students who won in the Elementary Poster Division.

Jason Leonard Middle and Upper School Mandarin Teacher

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Jason Leonard, Middle and Upper School Mandarin Teacher, knows first-hand that learning a new language not only helps you make meaningful connections within the global community it can also spark your curiosity to explore new places around the world.