Campus News

Mothers’ Memorable Day

May 19 / 2026

Mothers were serenaded with song before being served sumptuous food and refreshing beverages prepared by their children. In addition to sweet treats for dessert, moms were also graced with handmade … Continue reading Mothers’ Memorable Day

Wizard of OZ Production is a Hit!

Mar 25 / 2026

The Polestar Performing Arts Academy production of The Wizard of OZ recently concluded a run of four (4) performances that had audiences spellbound.  Many of the 49 cast members were … Continue reading Wizard of OZ Production is a Hit!

Annual Family FunDay & Open House

Feb 08 / 2026

The annual Family FunDay & Open House at the ECDS TK-8th grade campus on Sunday, February 1st, was a rousing success! Current and prospective students, along with their families, enjoyed … Continue reading Annual Family FunDay & Open House

HOLIDAY BREAKFAST: Good Food, Ugly Sweaters, and So Much More

Jan 02 / 2026

Festive music and fun filled the air on Friday morning before Winter Break for the annual Holiday Breakfast. The Parent Action Committee (“PAC”), went all out decorating the ECDS TK-8th … Continue reading HOLIDAY BREAKFAST: Good Food, Ugly Sweaters, and So Much More

ECDS and Polestar Spread Peace Across the Pacific at Encinitas Holiday Parade

Dec 10 / 2025

Inspired by the theme for this year’s Encinitas Holiday Parade — “Peace by the Pacific” — Encinitas Country Day School and Polestar Performing Arts Academy jointly created visual and performing … Continue reading ECDS and Polestar Spread Peace Across the Pacific at Encinitas Holiday Parade

GRADE-LEVEL THANKSGIVING CELEBRATIONS – Reverence, Gratitude, Good Food & Fun!

Nov 30 / 2025

On the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, it is a long-standing tradition for students at ECDS to enjoy a mini-Thanksgiving feast at school. Students from all grade levels help prepare food for … Continue reading GRADE-LEVEL THANKSGIVING CELEBRATIONS – Reverence, Gratitude, Good Food & Fun!

Parents Enjoy “A Child’s View” of Grades 1, 2, & 3

Nov 13 / 2025

Principal Hayes and selected teachers recently gave parents “A Child’s View” of the unique learning environment students experience in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades at ECDS. Observation, conversation, and hands-on … Continue reading Parents Enjoy “A Child’s View” of Grades 1, 2, & 3

Fall Festival Brings the ECDS Community Together for a Fun-filled Afternoon

Oct 29 / 2025

The ECDS Parent Action Committee (“PAC”) set the stage for an afternoon of spooky — but not scary — fun and games. Friends and families joined students and staff members … Continue reading Fall Festival Brings the ECDS Community Together for a Fun-filled Afternoon