The View - Winter 2025

FROM THE RIDGE | WINTER 2025

4 Nanotechnology 10 Opportunity Scholarship

11 Advisory at Pacific Ridge 14 Academic Teams Dominate

16 Grandparents &

Special Friends Day

7th grade R ef l ect ing on Challenge and Care

At Pacific Ridge, we believe that

application process, and each class,

students learn best when they feel

sport, and Global Travel experience

both challenged and cared for.

in between, we endeavor to push

Learning environments that are

our students out of their comfort

challenging but not caring push

zones in ways that are appropriate

students beyond their limits; and

for their stage of development.

learning environments that are caring but not challenging do not stretch students at all. By finding the right balance of the two, we aim to create learning environments that promote risk taking, develop confidence, and produce deep and transferable learning.

Earlier this year, we issued a comprehensive survey to families and received over 400 unique responses and 2,500 individual written comments. Perhaps the most gratifying part of reviewing the results was learning that the combination of challenge and care

The Harkness table remains our

at Pacific Ridge is what attracted

best and most enduring symbol

so many families to the school

of challenge and care at Pacific

in the first place and keeps them

Ridge School. When students

here year after year. To be on

take a seat at the table, they join

the same page, as a community,

a community of learners — a

about the purpose of education

community where getting to know

is indeed a valuable thing.

one another, and being seen by one another is part of the learning process. Situated in a community of care, students are more likely to take on challenges and challenge themselves to learn deeply.

In this issue of The View, we present to you various examples of the way that we uniquely challenge and care for students at Pacific Ridge School. Enjoy!

As students progress from sixth

Sincerely,

grade to twelfth, the nature of

John Comforto

challenge and care at each level may change, but the deliberate presence of the two does not. From sixthgrade orientation to the college

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Assistant Head of School for Academics

Global Travel in the middle school looks a bit different this year with the sixth, seventh, and eighth graders traveling throughout the school year instead of at the end. Sixth graders were the first students to enjoy travel this year!

As our introduction to PRS Global Programs, sixth-

WAVES, TRAILS, AND TEAMWORK: Middle School Kicks Off New Global Travel Schedule

6th grade

grade students spent four days and three nights learning self-sufficiency and resilience through an outdoor education curriculum at Pathfinder Ranch in the foothills of the San Jacinto Mountains.

Our seventh graders visited Catalina for a week of outdoor education. Students learned about marine ecology and enjoyed snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking, all while connecting with their peers and deepening their connection with one another!

N A N O T E C H N O LO GY:

A Hands-On High School C ourse with Real-World Relevance

“

One of the great things about

“I am interested in studying

a small class like this is being

engineering, and this was a great

able to differentiate, to meet each student where they are. So long as each student brings a strong work ethic and a curious mind, they’ll do great! In this class, students will learn, of course, about

Nanoscience is an emerging field focused on designing, producing, and building structures and systems using

nanotechnology – perhaps more importantly, they will learn how to operate like a seasoned researcher - keeping

the unique properties of materials at

a detailed notebook, making

the nanoscale (1-100 nm). If you’ve ever

observations, troubleshooting

used a smartphone, you’ve encountered

failed experiments, and making

nanotechnology. Nanotechnology can

new discoveries by following

improve the conductivity, strength,

up on unexpected findings.

and durability of your smartphone.

It can improve the effectiveness of

– D r. Noel Ellis on teaching Nanotechnology

sunscreen blocking UV rays. It can even

lab skills. I kept a detailed notebook with proper procedures, hypotheses, and analysis of our work. I had the freedom to explore the areas I was passionate about, namely solar energy and battery storage,” says Eli Gross ‘25 regarding his experience with Nanotechnology.

In one lab (shown above), students explored the promising substitute for conventional energy by building their own photovoltaic solar cells. They built a titanium dioxide (TiO2) based, chlorophyll-sensitized solar cell, using dye from blueberries. Students then observed how solar cells convert sunlight into electrical currents and

help tennis balls bounce for longer.

gained insight into the physical

Through Pacific Ridge’s innovative

Throughout the Nanotechnology

SHTEAM program, which integrates

course, students don’t just learn

coursework in Science, Humanities,

what scientists do, they get to be

Technology, Engineering, Arts, and

the scientists themselves. Students

Math, students have the opportunity to

engage in a variety of interdisciplinary

take Nanotechnology and learn about

topics, including solar cells, drug

the utility of nanoscale properties and

delivery, and nanopatterning of

their applications. The class serves

materials, and work through several

as a capstone course asking students

laboratory investigations in much the

to develop an integrated approach

same way a career scientist would.

to their studies, bridging disciplines

Students gain an in-depth look at

and their understanding of science.

what life would be like if they were to pursue a career in science.

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opportunity for me to practice my

principles driving the process.

Combining SHTEAM electives like Nanotechnology, with yearlong courses, allows students to actively participate in their passions and explore interests that help lead them towards their future.

supportive community for students and their caregivers.

From cherished traditions like Fall Fest and Gingerbread Breakfast to staff appreciation events, the Parents Association brings people together in meaningful ways. Our Parent Social Events and Clubs - such as yoga, hiking, and pickleball - offer fun opportunities to bond with fellow parents.

Best of all, every parent at Pacific Ridge School is automatically part of the Parents Association - no dues required! Volunteering is a great way to engage in the life of the school, meet other parents, and enrich our community. We’re here to make your experience as enriching and enjoyable as your student’s!

Jo i n u s

on May 8 for the annual PA Senior Panel!

Join us for an engaging morning with graduating seniors as they share valuable insights into their college guidance journey and the college application process.

Moderated by Rachel Petrella, Executive Director of College Guidance, this highly anticipated event is a favorite among parents. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain firsthand advice and perspectives!

W E L C O M E A N D B R I E F U P DAT E S F R O M : • Executive Director of the Parents Association Karen Kinsley • Head of School Bob Ogle

Coffee and refreshments served.

For up-to-date event information, please visit the Parent Portal calendar.

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As a result, students get a glimpse of what their futures could be. The event’s evolution reflects the school’s commitment to aligning Ignite with the arc of the Upper School and junior year curriculum, which also includes the Junior Launch program led by College Guidance and the junior class grade level project, the Future Focus Interview. The interview project encourages students to explore their interests further by connecting

Ignite Career Day –

ILLUMINATING PROFESSIONAL PATHS FOR STUDENTS

The Pacific Ridge “Ignite” Career

allowed juniors to participate in three

Day has grown significantly since

20-minute roundtable discussions

its inaugural event in 2022, now

tailored to their career interests.

offering an even richer experience for our high school juniors.

This year, 55 professionals — including community members, parents, and PRS alums — shared their insights and expertise with students, showcasing the breadth of possibilities students

“From the start, we knew our students would be served best by a career day that embraced a Harkness environment,” said Eva Schmidt, Director of Innovation & NExT Internship Program and creator of Ignite. “Rather than offer

with a professional and delving deeper into their career pathway.

“Professionals are sharing mentorship at a critical time in our students’ lives,” says Schmidt. “These interactions open their eyes to new possibilities and give them a stronger sense of direction as they move toward college and a purposeful life.”

This year’s addition of a third Ignite session offered students a broader perspective. The variety of professionals — from architects and engineers to entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders — provided valuable insights into diverse fields.

a typical fair style career day, Ignite

Some students leveraged their

centers on connecting students

Ignite conversations into hands-

The expanded format included

directly with professionals for small,

on career exploration and

a new rotation system, which

focused round table discussions.”

internship opportunities.

may pursue beyond high school.

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Senior Kim Qi, who has a passion for cars and operates his own car detailing business, participated in a roundtable discussion on Entrepreneurship during Ignite 2023. He connected with Karl Thompson, founder of Compass Collective, a Vista-based auction and storage solution company for

Kinect and that internship paved the

car collectors and enthusiasts.

way for me to have two more career

“Though I knew I wanted to go into business,” said Kim, “I had no idea I could take a childhood passion like cars and connect the two to turn my passion into a sustainable career.”

exploration experiences.” Through the connections Paulin made, she secured a job shadowing opportunity with a family law firm where she was partnered with a practicing attorney for one week.

She also connected with the San Diego

When Kim told Thompson about his

nonprofit, Kids’ Turn, securing another

detailing business, Thompson offered

internship focused on writing blogs and

him an opportunity to tour Compass

building their social media presence.

Collective’s facility. Kim turned that visit into another, volunteering to help with one of the Compass Collective specialty car events over the summer.

“I’m interested in studying psychology, specifically to help children,” says Paulin.

“The conversations I had during Ignite, the connections I made, and all of these

Iliana Paulin ‘25 leveraged a

opportunities that resulted from that

connection made during Ignite

day have helped me think about possible

into an internship with Kinect

paths I might follow in my career.”

Physical Therapy. Working after school each week, Paulin gained real-world experience that helped her evaluate the field of physical therapy as a possible career.

With its enhanced format and opportunities for personalized engagement, Ignite Career Day continues to inspire students, equipping them with the tools

“I loved it,” said Paulin. “I was so

and confidence to envision and

excited for the opportunity with

pursue their unique paths.

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CATCHING UP WITH ERICK MAGANDA ‘ 2 3

Erick attended Pacific Ridge from ninth through 12th grade and is currently studying Political Science at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York. He plans to pursue a career in education, law, and/or journalism.

abroad. Thanks to the financial help of the scholarship program, I was able to open my eyes to a world

How did PRS prepare you for

How did the Opportunity

college and a purposeful life?

Scholarship impact you?

PRS taught me to use resources to

The Opportunity Scholarship helped

their fullest extent and to be my own

me gain access to a quality education

advocate. During my short time at

and opportunities that I may not

Throughout my time at PRS, I made

Skidmore College, I quickly realized that

have had otherwise. Knowing that

meaningful connections with my peers

my campus offers many resources. PRS

my teachers had high expectations

as well as teachers and staff. Some of

taught me how to look for resources

for me drove me to meet those

my closest friends today are people I

and not to be afraid to use them.

expectations. Especially because of

met in high school, something that I will

Along with that goes advocating for

the smaller classrooms, I always had

always be grateful for. When I would

yourself. Whether you're struggling

the support I needed when I was

go to class, I always felt happy to see

with academics, mental health, or

struggling since teachers were more

my teachers who more often than not

something else, you must know how

than willing to help. I have also had

treated me more like a friend rather

to seek help when you need it.

amazing opportunities such as traveling

than just a student. Once it was time

outside of North County San Diego.

What do you remember most about your time at PRS?

for lunch, the workers at Ki’s always greeted me with a smile and would genuinely be interested in my wellbeing. That sense of community I felt at PRS holds a special place in my heart.

Why should people support the Opportunity Scholarship program?

The Opportunity Scholarship opens doors for first-generation students. I can testify that it helped me unlock my potential as a student and as a person.

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It gave me the support I needed to realize that not only could I be a good student, but that I had the possibility of achieving my goals. I discovered that I am passionate about things like music and journalism.

Lastly, the teachers at PRS have been such a huge support system for me. They've kept me motivated in

SUPPORTING IMPACTFUL OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST-GEN SCHOLARS

school and have encouraged me to unapologetically pursue my interests.

Thanks to the Opportunity Scholarship program, I was able to fulfill my dream of being the first in my family

Every year, our school community

With the generous support of

proudly invests in the academic

the Pacific Ridge community,

journeys of first-generation,

we have graduated 21 scholars

college-bound students who have

through the PRS Opportunity

demonstrated academic excellence,

Scholarship program.

a commitment to contribute to campus life, and significant financial need. The Opportunity Scholarship

Your gift to this impactful program is an investment in the future of our school community.

to go to college, and this

program, rooted in our commitment

experience has taught me

to diversity, equity, and inclusion,

For more information about

to keep aiming higher.

celebrates each student’s unique

supporting the Opportunity

identities and experiences in our

Scholarship program, please

community. Since its inception in

contact Barbara Edwards, Executive

2011, the program has evolved from

Director of Philanthropy and

supporting a single scholar to now

Alumni Relations 760-448-9849

providing full-tuition scholarships

bedwards@pacificridge.org

I’d like to express how grateful I am for all of the help I have received through the PRS Opportunity Scholarship program. Growing up, I would have

to up to 10 students each year.

never imagined that I would be enrolled in college and setting even higher goals. While many of my peers

PACIFIC RIDGE OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARS HAVE MATRICULATED TO THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS:

treated college as a given – for me it seemed like a distant dream. This program helped me gain confidence and determination, and now I am in the middle of achieving that dream.

My teachers were integral in helping me be who I am today. They were the ones who got me off my feet when I was feeling unmotivated or had lost confidence. I send nothing but love to those at Pacific Ridge.

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G R A N D PA R E N T S & SPECIAL FRIENDS On November 21, Pacific Ridge hosted its annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day, welcoming over 300 guests to campus for a day of celebration and connection.

After entertaining performances by the Jazz Ensemble and Dance Team and a wonderful lunch with loved ones, grandparents and special friends toured campus with students. They explored Middle School Snapshot, visited co-curricular activities, and participated in an Upper School Academy presentation by Head of Upper School, Mr. Hobbs.

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A DV I S O RY AT PAC I F I C R I D G E :

Building Bonds, Skills, and Belonging Pacific Ridge builds personal attention and connection into school programming to foster belonging, academic growth, and wellness. While orientation, grade-level socials, and enrichment activities provide significant moments for connection, our Advisory program is a key component of the educational experience for students.

“

I believe Advisory really does

Ghiya Ali, 10th grade dean, health

What types of activities happen

bring you closer to your peers,

teacher, and the coordinator for

during Advisory? How often

which is extremely important

affinity and alliance student groups,

does Advisory meet?

as we get older. Being able to bond with fellow students helps strengthen friendships that can last all of high school and even beyond. We get the opportunity to have fun throughout the year and still be in a classroom setting.

Advisory also gives students a safe space where they can talk to a trusted adult for whatever they need - whether it is for homework help, advice, or anything similar.

– Dasha Storrs ‘27

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reflects on the importance of the advisory program on campus and the impact she has seen.

Through the pillars of growth, reflection, and belonging, advisors lead programming in discussions,

What is the goal of the Advisory

challenges, games, and more that

Program at Pacific School?

allow students to build community

In Advisory, our teachers create spaces for students to engage in personal reflection and develop habits and skills that help them overcome present and future challenges, preparing them for fruitful inner and outer lives.

with one another, gain soft skills for life, and consider how topics impact them individually and as a community.

Two of the six programming blocks in a cycle are allocated for advisory programming, meaning students will see their advisors once or twice a week.

What are some of the benefits you’ve seen for students in the Advisory program?

Advisory facilitates strengthened What is the importance of having the same advisor each year in Upper School?

relationships within the grade level and offers opportunities for students to develop key skills like empathy, communication, self-awareness, and

Having the same advisor and

conflict resolution. It also provides

advisory group from year to year

a consistent, safe space for students

allows groups to build rapport

to get individualized support and

with one another and their

offer their thoughts, challenges, and

advisors. This helps foster a safe

successes without judgment.

environment for students to ask for help and celebrate their successes.

Advisors learn the idiosyncrasies of their students and use that knowledge to ensure the success of their advisees – whether through advocacy during a difficult time,

The Advisory program has taught me useful skills such as time management and organization

offering their perspective when

throughout my 10th grade year. I

students are choosing courses, or

know I always have a place to turn

even nominating students for an

to when I need help with school-

opportunity that fits their interests.

related problems and that my

Advisors become experts on their

advisor will do all she can to help.

advisees and work to identify when students need support and how.

Overall, advisory is a support system on the PRS campus for all students”, shares Storrs.

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ACADEMIC TEAMS DOMINATE ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE: PRS Ridgebots Robotics Team Kick Off Season with Wins Kicking off FTC Robotics season, the Ridgebots won every match of their first meet and placed first against two of the four San Diego leagues. During the day's final match, they reached a high score of 133 points — which was more than double the average for the day.

As of their second meet, the Ridgebots are ranked first in their league.

They have had so many wins during match play that they are already qualified to compete in the San Diego League Championships.

MODEL UN SHINES: Winning at Stanford and Leading Locally The PRS Model UN Club opened the year with an auspicious showing during their first conference at Stanford University. Over three days, our talented students engaged in dynamic debates on a range of topics, from expanding broadband access in Africa to historical scenarios like the Sicilian Expedition.

Pacific Ridge will host the Regional World Qualifier on Sunday, March 16.

The team performed impressively, with several members earning distinguished awards, including: • Madeline Liew '28 and David Yu '25 received the Research Award in the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) committee • Chase Rivard '27 and Charles Fenner '27 earned Honorable Mention (3rd place) in the International Labour Organization (ILO) Committee • Abigail Qiu '26 also received an Honorable Mention • Rohan Phadnis '25 was awarded Best Delegate (1st place) in the Athenian Assembly

In January, they hosted the annual Firebird MUN Conference welcoming over 230 students from six schools in San Diego and Orange County. The conference featured 10 committees that covered a wide assortment of historical and current topics ranging from the Bolshevik Revolution to the synthetic drug crisis in the United States. Persuasive speeches, vigorous debates, and lots of smiles dominated the day.

ACADEMIC LEAGUE Sweeps the Season Opener with Triple Win All three of our Academic League teams – Novice, Junior Varsity, and Varsity – won their opening matches against Rancho Buena Vista High School. The win was an especially exciting debut for the new Novice team.

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Last year, our three teams enjoyed historic undefeated seasons and qualified for the division championships.

DAV I D L A N D I S ‘ 2 5 N a m e d 2 02 5 Yo u n g A r t s W i n n e r i n T h eate r Pacific Ridge School senior David Landis has been named a 2025 YoungArts Winner in Theater/Musical by the National Foundation for the Advancement of Artists.

Selected from nearly 11,000 applicants across 10 artistic disciplines from all over the United States, David was recognized for his exceptional talent, dedication, and artistry. Each YoungArts Winner receives an award of $250 and joins a distinguished community of alumni celebrated for their contributions to the arts.

“I was very excited, and quite honestly, blown away!” said David upon learning of his win. “Becoming a YoungArts Winner solidified my confidence as a performer and has shown me that my artistry can have an impact.

I’m overjoyed that my hard work and dedication are being recognized and am very grateful to the YoungArts judges who saw my potential.”

David’s artistic journey began at age seven, and his passion for storytelling through music and spoken word has only deepened over the years. At Pacific Ridge, David has captivated audiences in leading roles in acclaimed productions such as Chicago and Urinetown. In both performances, he brought depth to his characters, showcasing his commitment to his craft and his ability to connect with audiences.

“Theatre has, and will continue to play, a fundamental role in my life,” David shared. “It’s about finding the nuances of a character and creating a dialogue that connects, inspires, and mirrors our society while shedding a new light.

As a performing artist, my hope is that the choices I make when portraying a character will allow audiences to delve deeply into a story, creating a new understanding through the prism of their own life experience.”

The YoungArts program celebrates young artists who demonstrate extraordinary talent and dedication in classical music, dance, design, film, jazz, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, and writing. David’s achievement highlights his outstanding contributions to the arts and his bright future as a performing artist.

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FROM PAGE TO STAGE: 6TH G R A D E R S B R I N G O DYS S E Y TO L I F E The entire sixth grade took on the

all the monsters, goddesses,

Odyssey, a theatrical adaptation of

and mythological creatures he

Homer’s epic poem. Every student

encountered on his way home.

contributed, creating set pieces,

Shoutouts to Mr. Pashkow’s class

costumes, posters, and giant

for the incredible Cyclops puppet,

puppets, performing vocal music,

Ms. Tao’s class for the gorgeous

and acting. As they explored the

togas, and Ms. Pietrowski’s class

theme of Wayfinding throughout

for the fantastic octopus t-shirts!

their curriculum, they followed

Congratulations to the whole class.

Odysseus’ journey and created

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BEYOND THE NEST: PACIFIC RIDGE HONORS FIREBIRD ATHLETES What motivated you to pursue basketball at the college level?

BRADY BURMAN ' 22 BASKETBALL AT SARAH LAWRENCE COLLEGE

In sixth or seventh grade, the coach for my club basketball team stopped our practice to ask what we wanted to get out of basketball and how far we wanted to take it. My answer was to play college basketball. Ever since then, I had the dream of bringing that dream to a reality. Around my freshman or sophomore year of high school, I realized I was in a position where I may actually be able to make it to the college level.

What motivated you to pursue soccer

What has been a favorite memory

at the college level? How did your

so far playing for Berkeley?

experience as a PRS athlete prepare you for collegiate athletics?

SOLEIL DIMRY ' 23

SOCCER AT UC BERKELEY

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athletes hoping to play in college?

So much of what we learn in sports can be applied to life. To make it anywhere in sports, you have to work hard outside of just the games. The same goes for the classroom. You can’t just ace a test

How has being a student-athlete education and learning?

SOCCER AT UC BERKELEY

What advice would you give high school I would suggest just putting yourself out there. It never hurts to email tons of coaches. I’d also suggest going to camps (WCE All-Academic camps for basketball players) where you can play in front of and introduce yourself to college coaches. Also, you are not recruited on just your ability to play the sport. Coaches want good students and great teammates. Be the best student, teammate, and player you can be.

shaped your approach to your

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without working hard and preparing for it beforehand. One thing I learned at PRS was my dad and coach’s favorite saying: “What’s next?” I have applied this mindset to the rest of my life. When something negative happens, we have to accept it, learn from it, and move on to the next challenge.

When something positive happens, we should celebrate it and then regain the hunger for the next goal on our list.

I have played soccer my entire life and have watched my siblings go on to play collegiate soccer. I’ve always known that I wanted to follow that path and play in college. My experience as a PRS athlete helped me learn how to manage my time effectively. At PRS I had to balance high-level academics with soccer which allowed me to have a smoother transition to college academics and soccer.

My favorite memory is when I scored my first goal as a Golden Bear against Pitt this season to lead my team to a 1-0 Atlantic Coast Conference season win. I had been injured on and off so to score this season was very memorable.

What advice would you give high school athletes hoping to play in college?

Be prepared to put 100% into your sport and your academics. Start practicing your time management skills now because you will have to juggle school, athletics, and travel. Also, keep in mind that you can be a leader whether you are on the field or not. Build relationships with your teammates and you’ll make friends for life.

Pacific Ridge Athletics has trained over 100 athletes Lacrosse University to play sports at* a collegiateDenver level.

With athletes on the Crew Brown University

Lija Miller ‘18 Amira Parker ‘18 Felicity So'oto ‘18 August Trees ‘18 Alexander Cadieux ‘19 James Coit ‘19 Andy Colmignoli ‘19 Petra Engstrom ‘19 Robert Kibble ‘19 Megan Luly ‘19 Finn Reid ‘19 Reid Dinning ‘20 Skylar Enge ‘20 Colt Gallagher ‘20 Ryan Greenlee ‘20 Ethan Kurht ‘20 Kento Mencel ‘20 Clayton Moore ‘20 Patrick O'Donnell ‘20 Daniel Parizak ‘20 Leander Rikkers ‘20 Krishnalei So'oto ‘20 Lucas Swortwood ‘20 Ariana White ‘20 Callum Burgess ‘21 Jack Cadieux ‘21 Lucy Davis ‘21 Corinne Gardner ‘21 Nico Mejia ‘21 Cole Sheridan ‘21 Geoffrey Xu ‘21 Lucas Basanese ‘22 Brady Burman ‘22 Jenna Gorton ‘22 Andres Jaime-Mendez ‘22 Justin LeBlanc ‘22 Brandon LeBlanc ‘22 Dylan Oyama ‘22 Bailey Scherdorf ‘22 Olin Silverman ‘22 Connor Qiu ‘22 James Whitworth ‘22 Mykelle Brainard ‘23 Soleil Dimry ‘23 Clara Steer ‘23 Elsa Steer ‘23 Camden Bolane ‘24 Karra Brunst ‘24 Kaia Harriman ‘24 Nicole Patton ‘24

Volleyball

Mira Costa College

Lacrosse *

Southern Methodist University

Gymnastics Lacrosse Beach Volleyball Lacrosse * Lacrosse * Soccer Lacrosse * Water Polo Ice Hockey * Ice Hockey * Ice Hockey * Ice Hockey * Ice Hockey * Water Polo/Lacrosse Volleyball Lacrosse * Volleyball Ice Hockey * Ice Hockey * Volleyball Crew Volleyball Ice Hockey * Ice Hockey * Football Basketball Basketball Soccer Volleyball * Volleyball * Golf Rowing Ice Hockey * Lacrosse * Golf Volleyball Soccer Cross Country & Track and Field Cross Country & Track and Field Volleyball Soccer Swimming Volleyball

University of California, Davis Augustana College University of California, Davis University of California, San Diego University of Notre Dame Pepperdine University Ohio State University University of California, Irvine University of Utah University of California, Irvine University of Colorado, Boulder University of Utah University of California, Los Angeles Chapman University Southern Connecticut State Chapman University Harvard University University of Rhode Island University of Utah Washington University in St. Louis Villanova University Springfield College University of Utah University of California, Los Angeles Lake Forest College Sarah Lawrence University of Santa Cruz Utica College Johns Hopkins University Johns Hopkins University San Diego State University Fordham University University of Colorado, Boulder University of Southern California University of Hawaii Chaminade University University of California, Berkeley Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt University Yale University California Polytechnic State University, Pomona University of California, Santa Cruz Marist College

Collegeand Harvard, to East Coast Lacrosse playing volleyballWhittier at Yale Roller Hockey * University of Arizona

Water Polo field for ourChapman University those taking the hometown teams including

the San Diego Wave and UCSD, PRS is proud of all our athletes. To celebrate these accomplishments, Pacific Ridge recently updated the Hall of Fame in the Athletic Center, featuring some stellar scholar athletes.

Martin Boyd ‘11 Ivan Maric ‘11 Monica Pastor ‘11 Katie Glockner ‘12 Meghan Bacher ‘13 Ciara Corbeil ‘13 Rochelle Dong ‘13 Luke Lango ‘13 Voja Maric ‘13 Jack Merrifield ‘13 Richelle Prijic ‘13 Sam Carney ‘14

Lacrosse * Soccer * Tennis Crew Lacrosse Volleyball * Swimming & Diving Basketball Soccer Lacrosse * Volleyball Soccer *

PLAYING AT THE NEXT LEVEL University of California, Irvine University of California, Berkeley Williams College Princeton University University of Puget Sound Princeton University University of Pennsylvania Caltech University Pomona College Southern Methodist University Columbia College Boston College

Lija Miller ‘18 Amira Parker ‘18 Felicity So'oto ‘18 August Trees ‘18 Alexander Cadieux ‘19 James Coit ‘19 Andy Colmignoli ‘19 Petra Engstrom ‘19 Robert Kibble ‘19 Megan Luly ‘19 Finn Reid ‘19 Reid Dinning ‘20

Lacrosse * Crew Volleyball Lacrosse Roller Hockey * Lacrosse * Water Polo Gymnastics Lacrosse Beach Volleyball Winter 2025 Lacrosse * Lacrosse *

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