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Stay up to date with the latest news, events, and everyday moments at Gillispie School in La Jolla. Our weekly blog features engaging stories, photos, and classroom highlights that showcase the creativity, connection, and joy of our Pre-K to Grade 6 community. Visit often—there’s always something new to discover!

May 7 2026

A Tree Chandelier for the Outdoor Classroom

In Gillispie’s outdoor garden, something special has been taking shape. Our preschool students have been hard at work on a […]

May 5 2026

A Gillispie Tradition: Grade 6 vs. Faculty Kickball Game

Each spring, the Gillispie community gathers for a beloved tradition: the Grade 6 vs. Faculty Kickball Game. With younger students […]

May 4 2026

Yearbook Club: The Story Behind This Year’s Yearbook

This year marked an exciting first for Gillispie: the launch of our Yearbook Club! Thirty-three students in Grades 3-6 came […]

Apr 30 2026

3, 2, 1… Liftoff! Gillispie Preschoolers Design Their Own Rocket Ships

Gillispie preschoolers recently embarked on an exciting rocket ship adventure, sparked by Earth Day discussions and the wonder of seeing […]

Apr 28 2026

Book Madness Wrap-Up: Celebrating a Year of Reading at Gillispie!

Another season of Book Madness has come to an end! This beloved annual tradition, created by Ms. L. in 2019 […]

Gillispie School Upper Elementary Program

Apr 23 2026

Grade 5 Goes to Biz Town

Last week, our fifth-grade students stepped beyond the classroom and into the real world during their visit to JA BizTown, […]

Apr 16 2026

A Creative Morning in the Art Atelier

Recently, preschoolers in Juniper began their day in the Art Atelier, gathering on the rug for a springtime story read […]

Apr 9 2026

Fifth Graders Experience Argentina—One Empanada at a Time

As part of their Spanish class, Grade 5 students explored Argentina’s rich culture and traditions, including one of its most […]

Apr 7 2026

Gillispie Preschoolers Hit a Home Run!

Opening Day of baseball arrived, and our preschoolers celebrated in true Padres fashion! Children and teachers came to school proudly […]

Gillispie School Lower Elementary Program

Mar 26 2026

Grade 2’s Math Marketplace

Today, the auditorium was buzzing with excitement as our students brought math to life at the Math Marketplace! Second graders […]

Gillispie School Preschoolers' Study Group

Mar 24 2026

Pre-K Students Create Soccer Study Group

It all started with the question, “Who do you like better, Messi or Ronaldo?” Noticing their interest and passion for […]

Gillispie School Early Childhood Program

Mar 19 2026

Preschoolers’ Imaginations Take Off

This week, our preschoolers’ dramatic play area took an exciting new direction! After a wonderful run with their campsite theme, […]

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Read past issues:

Educating Hearts and Minds: Our Guiding Values
Designing the Future
Educating Future Shapers
The Benefits of Healthy Risk
Skills for Learning and Life.
Grateful Hearts, Inclusive Minds
The Ripple Effect of Compassion
Measuring Success
The Journey Matters
The Magic of Mud
Smiling Hearts