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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!

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, […]

Gillispie School Preschoolers' Nature Walk

Mar 12 2026

Gillispie Preschoolers’ Nature Walk

Recently, Gillispie preschoolers set out on a nature walk in the Art Garden to look for signs of spring. Before […]

Mar 5 2026

Making Music in Art Class

Pause in front of the 18 beautiful watercolor violins created by our Grade 3 students, now on display in the […]

Gillispie School's Early Childhood Program

Mar 3 2026

Celebrating Black Heritage

Last week, Spruce celebrated Black Heritage through a variety of wonderful experiences organized by Ms. Kandise. A highlight was discovering […]

Feb 27 2026

Fourth Graders Make a Difference at Feeding San Diego!

Fourth graders recently stepped beyond the classroom walls and into an important community action during a field trip to Feeding […]

Gillispie School Celebrates the Lunar New Year

Feb 19 2026

Celebrating the Lunar New Year Together

Family partnerships bring learning to life in our classroom, and celebrating Chinese/Lunar New Year with visits from Wesley’s family and […]

Gillispie School Grade 2 Edward Tulane Project

Feb 17 2026

Grade 2’s “Miraculous” Journey!

Gillispie School’s Grade 2 students recently embarked on a literary adventure with The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, by Kate […]

Gillispie School Cross-Disciplinary Project

Feb 12 2026

Where the Wild Traits Are

The “Wild Things Babies Project” brought science, literature, art, and technology together in a way that captivated our Grade 3 […]

Feb 11 2026

Pre-K Celebrates Love Through Stories, Art, and Reflection

We’re crushing on Willow’s Love art, on display at the Fay Avenue entrance! Our Pre-K friends in Willow have been […]

Feb 9 2026

Gillispie’s 16th Annual Blood Drive Saves 150 Lives!

Gillispie School’s Annual Blood Drive, a Grade 3 service-learning project, was a success! According to the San Diego Blood Bank, […]

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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