La Jolla Country Day School

La Jolla Country Day School (LJCDS) prepares individuals for a lifetime of intellectual exploration, personal growth and social responsibility. Our history of success in fulfilling this mission grows from a college-preparatory program that is founded on several core values: We believe that students grow in character and become independent thinkers through a balance of scholarly enterprise and active participation in athletics and the arts. Talented, dedicated and passionate teachers who hold high expectations for all and find fulfillment in their work are the greatest mentors for our students in and outside the classroom.     Our students succeed in college and beyond because they have been taught to strive for excellence, value hard work, think critically, collaborate productively, express themselves thoughtfully, step outside their comfort zone and overcome the challenges. We cherish the variety of perspectives, personalities and passions our students bring; this diversity makes the school a community where each can learn from all. We are privileged to be educating the next generation of leaders for our community, our city and our nation; and we know that their success depends upon their integrity; capacity for managing complexity; adaptability and perseverance; and confidence in embarking upon ambitious undertakings. The interconnectedness of countries and cultures and the profound impact of our collective actions on the world around us highlight the importance of instilling a sense of global awareness, social responsibility and environmental stewardship.          We live by the vision put forth by Louise Balmer when she founded the school in 1926 of an institution that is neither hidebound by tradition nor distracted by ideological faddism. Instead, LJCDS embraces change and innovation in the service of fulfilling our commitment to our students.