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La Jolla Country Day School
01/31/23​
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Impact of the Latest Technology on Education
By Geordie Mitchell, assistant head of school for institutional advancement

Technology can improve the education of our students, but I am also aware of the challenges of these new technologies. The latest technology that is both fascinating and concerning is the new ChatGPT chatbot. This advanced artificial intelligence tool has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach education, but it also brings several unique challenges that we must be prepared to address.
 

Little Humans Can Do Big Things


Lower School Educator Krystina Jimenez encourages first graders to be problem solvers and work together to build their community. Establishing a classroom community grounded on trust and respect is fundamental. Read how Mrs. Jimenez creates a fun and enjoyable classroom environment while inspiring students to be the best version of themselves.
 
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Museum of Activism

Grade 8 students learn about activism and its impact on society while honing research and presentation skills.
Peer Classroom Observation

Lower School teachers observe their peers’ writing workshops as an extension of professional growth. 
Student Shines in Writing Contest

Victoria Huang ’25 was one of 82 finalists out of 12,448 submissions in The New York Times 100-word personal narrative contest.
Youth Art Exhibit

Art from seven Upper School students was selected to be displayed at the Youth Art Month 2023 Exhibition.
McDonald's Basketball All-Stars

ESPN announced Breya Cunningham ’23 and Jada Williams ’23 earned two of the 12 spots on the 2023 McDonald’s All-American team.
Benefits of Expressive Therapies

School Counselor Tiffany Thompson shares how creative expression can help children deal with their emotions.
Fashion Career by Day, Podcaster by Night

Lifer Ali Jackson ’05 juggles the fashion industry, dating coaching, podcasting and volleyball.
More campus news
Bestselling author Emily St. John Mandel joined Mrs. Shaul’s English IV: Dystopian Fiction class to discuss her most recent novel, Sea of Tranquility.
Happy Lunar New Year! Thank you to our Chinese Heritage Families for planning the various activities and sharing this day with our community.
Junior kindergarten "traveled" to England with Ms. Chown as she shared family stories and photos and a yummy snack.
Congratulations to the cast and crew of the Upper School production of She Kills Monsters
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