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  • Friday fun
    News • 7/12/2013
    Pictures from today 's fun in summer school .
  • Summer Programs In Session
    News • 6/22/2010
    Summer school classes begin.
  • Summer communications from Poly
    News • 6/17/2019
    During the summer months, families may still receive periodic communications from Poly. Please check your email in mid-July for the summer edition of PolyDays, in mid-August for important back-to-school information and reminders, and throughout the summer for information from school division of ...
  • Alumni in Hong Kong, please join Poly’s head for dinner
    News • 6/7/2019
    ...Bracker will be in China this summer and is excited to connect with members of the Poly community there. The Polytechnic School Alumni Association invites you to join John for dinner in Hong Kong on June 25. For more information and to register, please contact the Alumni Office or call 626-396-63 ...
  • Connect with Head of School John Bracker in Hong Kong this June
    News • 5/16/2019
    ...will be in China this summer and is excited to connect with members of the Poly community who are there. The Polytechnic School Alumni Association invites you to join John for dinner in Hong Kong on June 25. For more information and to register, please contact the Alumni Office or call 626-396-63 ...
  • Campus Connect – summer school
    News • 7/5/2018
    Did you know that PolySummer offers students in the greater Pasadena community the chance to discover new learning experiences and to explore Poly’s exceptional programs, faculty, and facilities? Classes like Little Chefs, Coding for Kids, Team Debate, Creative Poetry Writing, and Architecture ...
  • CampusConnect: news and happenings at today’s Poly
    News • 5/30/2018
    ... for current Poly students and the school community. The 2017-18 school year was full of special events and ceremonies, mutual learning and appreciation, and fun! Preparations are well underway for commencement, promotions, and other end-of-year activities. We wish you a safe and happy summer! ...
  • Campus Connect – summer school
    News • 6/27/2017
    Did you know that PolySummer offers students in the greater Pasadena community the chance to discover new learning experiences and to explore Poly’s exceptional programs, faculty, and facilities? Classes like Enameling, Geopolitics, Poly Coding Club, The Graphic Novel, and Architecture 101 ins ...
  • Summer sports schedule
    News • 6/15/2017
    Classes are over, graduations are done, the big white tent is gone, and the school year is officially over. That must mean one thing: Summer has begun! With that comes the summer sports schedule. Please refer to the Summer Practice Schedule for Upper School athletics.
  • For your calendar
    News • 5/31/2016
    End of School Countdown - 2 days left! June Mon 6/6 - FREE DRESS Tues 6/7 - Last Day of School ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 9 a.m. Fifth Grade Promotion ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 11 a.m. End of the Year Sing - ;Boys Gym ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 12 noon - School is Out for Summer!
  • For your calendar
    News • 5/15/2016
    End of School Countdown - 11 actual school days left! May Fri 5/27 - Panther Pod Picnic Mon 5/30 - Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL June Mon 6/6 - FREE DRESS Tues 6/7 - Last Day of School ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 11 a.m. End of the Year Sing - ;Boys Gym ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 12 noon - School is Out for Summer!
  • For your calendar
    News • 5/6/2016
    ...enley Patio Thurs 5/19 - State of the School - 7 p.m. Founders Hall Fri 5/27 - Panther Pod Picnic Mon 5/30 - Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL June Mon 6/6 - FREE DRESS Tues 6/7 - Last Day of School ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 11 a.m. End of the Year Sing - ;Boys Gym ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 12 noon - School is Out for Summ ...
  • For your calendar
    News • 4/22/2016
    ...ral Concert - 6:30 p.m. Grace Henley Patio Thurs 5/19 - State of the School - 7 p.m. Founders Hall Mon 5/30 - Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL June Mon 6/6 - FREE DRESS Tues 6/7 - Last Day of School ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 11 a.m. End of the Year Sing - ;Boys Gym ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; 12 noon - Schoo is Out for Summ ...
  • Upper School summer reading list now available
    News • 5/20/2014
    Rising Upper School students may now view the summer reading list online . The downloadable list is also available on the community group pages (parents of students in classes 2015-18) ;on MyPoly ;.
  • Happy 4th of July!
    News • 7/3/2013
    Summer school class "Rambling through the Rainforest" for kindergarten and first-graders rambled through a bit of the North Campus with festive windsocks. The seasonal colors of red, white, and blue were also enjoyed in an art project.
  • Last Day of Lower School
    News • 6/5/2013
    ... wer School student can tell you, school's out for summer! The fifth-graders had their promotion ceremony yesterday , which was followed by the Lower School end-of-the-year sing, where kindergarten through fifth grades performed. Ms. Ellis and Mrs. Keverian Pitts found some wonderful songs to cel ...
  • A cool treat
    News • 9/24/2012
    On one of the last summer afternoons, Lower School students (and teachers) enjoyed a respite from the heat with delicious shaved ice, courtesy of a Lower School family.
  • Because everyone loves a parade
    News • 7/3/2012
    Students in Poly's summer school class "Rambling through the Rainforest" rambled through the North Campus with festive flags and windsocks in celebration of Independence Day. Photos by Poly's recent alum, Mark Loyola '12.
  • Summer school begins!
    News • 6/18/2012
    Today was the first day for PolySummer, which marked a return to a full summer program of academics, athletics, theatre, arts, and enrichment. The second three-week session has limited availability; information and registration link available online . Questions may be directed to Summer Programs Ass ...
  • Register online for summer programs
    News • 4/16/2012
    ... to announce that it will once again offer a full summer program from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, athletics, and enrichment. Course information and regi ...
  • Register now for PolySummer
    News • 4/2/2012
    ... to announce that it will once again offer a full summer program from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, athletics, and enrichment. Course information and regi ...
  • Register now for PolySummer
    News • 3/19/2012
    ... to announce that it will once again offer a full summer program from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, athletics, and enrichment. Course information and regi ...
  • Registration for PolySummer is now open
    News • 3/5/2012
    ... to announce that it will once again offer a full summer program from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, athletics, and enrichment. Course information and regi ...
  • Registration for PolySummer information now open
    News • 2/17/2012
    ... to announce that it will once again offer a full summer program from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, athletics, and enrichment. Course information and regi ...
  • PolySummer information now available
    News • 2/6/2012
    ... to announce that it will once again offer a full summer program from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, athletics, and enrichment. Course information is now a ...
  • Full summer program returns to Poly
    News • 1/17/2012
    ... to announce that it will once again offer a full summer program from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, and athletics. Course and registration information wil ...
  • Open House and All School Picnic
    News • 9/8/2011
    Families were welcomed back to the renovated North Campus, where nearly every classroom and office changed locations over the summer. In what has become an annual tradition the All School Picnic was enjoyed by many — especially the cool treats!
  • Back to school!
    News • 9/2/2011
    ... school is back in session! Over the summer, nearly every classroom and office was relocated due to construction and renovations. Teachers arrived a few days early to set up their new classrooms. We are looking forward to a wonderful year and hope to see you at Poly or at one of our regional even ...
  • Summer Reading Book Fair
    News • 5/13/2010
    Lower and Middle School students browse the offerings at the summer reading book fair.
  • School's In For Summer
    News • 6/15/2009
    Poly's summer programs begin against the backdrop of various construction and renovation projects across the campus.
  • Lower School Implements Singapore Math Program
    News • 9/11/2008
    All classroom teachers in grades 1-5 received training this summer in preparation for the adoption of a new math curriculum for the lower school.
  • PUSD Students Enjoy Summer SEP Program
    News • 7/16/2008
    Poly's Skills Enrichment Program provides classroom experiences, field trips, and guest speakers to its participants.
  • 102-Year-Old Classrooms Get Makeover
    News • 7/14/2008
    Workers are completing the remodeling of Rooms 1 and 3 in preparation for the start of school in August.
  • Summer School Courses: From Fencing to Forensics
    News • 7/10/2008
    Summer school offers 71 courses to students of all ages in the areas of enrichment, academics, arts, and sports.
  • Summer School Enrichment
    News • 6/30/2008
    A total of 598 students have enrolled in Poly's summer school in a variety of arts, sports, enrichment, and academic classes.
  • Skills Enrichment Program Begins 18th Summer
    News • 6/27/2008
    ... summer program among Pasadena Unified schools and four independent schools, offered its 18th year of academic and enrichment activities beginning on June 23rd. Coordinated by Poly teachers Gillian Bush and Robert Farrar, the SEP program provides academics and enrichment activities to PUSD studen ...
  • Poly Research Initiative Showcase
    News • 4/8/2025
    ...is exhibition will showcase the work of students who have, over the years, engaged with one or more of the four research initiative spaces: Biological Research, Summer Research, Senior Biological Research, and Neuroscience &; Humanities: Food. Please RSVP through this link. We hope to see you the ...
  • Middle School Students Explore the World of 3D Printing
    News • 2/1/2023
    ... ing last week. Assistant Director of Extended and Summer Programs Kevin Austin brought in three 3D printers for students to witness their own design come to life through the high-tech but user-friendly machines. Following a lecture on the future of 3D printing, including how it can be used to pr ...
  • Campus Connect
    News • 6/7/2019
    ... outdoor education trips, a hip-hop dance performed by parents for the Lower School, the Fifth-Grade Promotion Ceremony, Eighth-Grade Honors and Promotion, and Upper School Honors Day and Commencement, — students, faculty, parents, and staff have been busy. We wish you a safe and happy summ ...
  • Parents invited to check out summer reading from Lower and Middle School Library
    News • 6/3/2019
    ... he Lower and Middle School Library is open during summer school? Do you need books for summer reading but don't want to purchase them? Parents are allowed to check out materials from June 17 through July 19); library hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Even if their child ...
  • Summer reading for all students
    News • 6/3/2019
    Each summer, both to foster a community of readers and to extend the curriculum, the English Department assigns books to students to read and to bring to the first day of class in the fall. Summer reading instructions for all students are available on MyPoly on the divisional parent group pages; lin ...
  • Poly's cross country team goes ... cross country
    News • 8/27/2018
    ... k Caragher, cross country head coach Earlier this summer, Poly's cross country team took a road trip to eastern Wyoming (specifically Pass Creek Ranch outside of Parkman, Wyo.). The 2700 miles round trip truly makes us cross country in every sense of the phrase. Eight female athletes and coaches ...
  • Poly’s cross country team goes across the country
    News • 8/9/2018
    As reported by head coach Rick Caragher This summer, the cross country team decided to make a trip across the country to eastern Wyoming to the Pass Creek Ranch, just outside of Parkman, Wyo. The 2,700-mile roundtrip truly makes us cross country in every sense of the phrase. Eight female athletes an ...
  • The Panthers welcome new baseball coach
    News • 8/21/2017
    ... the Central Illinois Collegiate League and was a summer instructor at the IMG Academy. He grew up locally playing for San Marino High School and was named California All State. He continued his career as shortstop at Iowa State University, where he was named All Big-12 and was then drafted to t ...
  • Fall season is off and running
    News • 8/14/2017
    ... have been practicing since the conclusion of the summer programs. Poly’s football team also returned to campus last week for their annual football camp, during which they make their home in the gym for three days and two nights. This week, the other fall teams reunite in the gyms, on the ...
  • Summer dead period for fall sports
    News • 7/19/2017
    As summer school is approaching its last week, many of Poly’s fall sports enter their CIF-mandated three week break called “dead week. The CIF summertime rule requires a three-week period of no practice and no training between the end of the school year and the start of the fall. During ...
  • Meetings and important dates
    News • 7/3/2017
    ... t days of meetings will look this way (later this summer you will receive a detailed schedule outlining how these days will be used): Monday-Wednesday, Aug. 21 — three days of orientation for your new faculty and staff cohort. Each day will begin with breakfast at 8 a.m.; we will also ...
  • Welcome Back to School
    News • 8/23/2016
    We hope everyone had a fantastic summer! We are looking forward to a wonderful 2016-17 school year and seeing everyone back on campus, Tuesday, Sept. 6th. The bell rings at 8 a.m. Please plan to arrive early if you would like to park and walk your child in as parking is limited. We are continuing wi ...
  • Mandated “dead period” for sports
    News • 7/28/2016
    ... nterscholastic Federation (CIF) mandates a “summer dead period” which is three consecutive weeks between the close of school or the first Friday in June, whichever is first, and the last Monday in August. Many of Poly's sports have started their dead period. Poly’s cross-countr ...
  • Campus Connect – Summer School
    News • 7/1/2016
    Polytechnic School's summer program, PolySummer, offers students in the greater Pasadena community the chance to discover new learning experiences and to explore Poly’s exceptional programs, faculty, and facilities. Classes like Rainforest Fun!, Spanish Adventures, Poly Coding Club, Stop Motio ...
  • CampusConnect: news and happenings at today’s Poly
    News • 5/27/2016
    ...n. Sophomore Krystal I. competed in the California State diving competition, and senior Tim K. went on to throw discus for the Panthers in the CIF-SS Division 4 finals. Preparations are well underway for Commencement, Promotions, and other end-of-year activities. We wish you a safe and happy summ ...
  • Global travelers journey to seven countries
    News • 7/8/2015
    ...dition, some faculty members sponsor non-GIP trips. This year’s spring break and summer offerings include Nicaragua, Beijing, Italy, France, Peru, Dominica, and Iceland. Almost 100 Upper School students are taking advantage of these opportunities. View ; photos ;from some of this year's tri ...
  • Roots and Branches: Alumni working at Poly
    News • 7/8/2015
    ... assistant teacher Jonathan Fay '81 , director of summer and extended day programs, Upper School math teacher Suzie Korostoff Arther '89 , second grade teacher John Yen '89 , director of technology Ryan Katsuyama '90 , information services coordinator, coach Amanda Edwards '92 , director of dono ...
  • Soccer Without Borders is collecting soccer equipment and school supplies
    News • 6/2/2014
    ... equipment will be used at the TIYYA Foundation's summer refugee youth soccer camps, and the school supplies will be provided to refugee and immigrant children as they start school in America. Donations will be collected throughout summer school through the end of July. Boxes can be found at the ...
  • Road trip? Traveling abroad? Go into Overdrive...
    News • 5/3/2014
    ...tablets, phones and computers. To obtain an account number, Lower and Middle School families should contact Frances Callero ; Upper School families should contact the Upper School Library at 626.396-6670. Spend the summer listening to Harry Potter, Maze Runner, Fancy Nancy, Dr. Seuss, and much mo ...
  • SEP relaunches as Partnership for Success!
    News • 3/2/2014
    ... d families together outside the boundaries of the summer. The program retains its core mission of serving high achieving, low-income students by providing a five-week academic enrichment program every summer during the students' fifth through twelfth grade years. To find out more about the Partn ...
  • SEP begins!
    News • 6/24/2013
    ... nt Program (SEP) began its 24th year at Poly this summer. More than 200 of PUSD students entering grades 8-12 are on campus to take academic enrichment classes taught by Poly and PUSD teachers, as well as exciting elective options created by the interns, all of whom are graduates of SEP or of Po ...
  • Summer projects kept the campus humming
    News • 9/4/2012
    In addition to a full summer program and SEP on campus the past few months, Morley Builders and Poly's Operations Department were busy with many projects, some of which included: Completing the Poly Building on the South Campus; Remodeling Boswell to create a visual arts facility; Creating a new dan ...
  • Guest author visits Summer School
    News • 6/28/2012
    ... presented a workshop for a few writing classes in Summer School. In what Mr. Rosser called a "Piggy tales story bee," students randomly picked three tiles which were then used to create their stories. After ten minutes of brain-storming, students came to the front of the classroom and performed ...
  • Athletic forms due last week
    News • 6/18/2012
    ... de of Conduct, CIF Concussion Sheet, and the 2012 Summer Practice Schedule. Parents should have read the letter enclosed in the packet and returned the signed forms in the gray return envelope provided by June 15. The forms and summer schedule also can be downloaded on the Poly athletics webpage ...
  • Athletic Forms due next week
    News • 6/3/2012
    ... de of Conduct, CIF Concussion Sheet, and the 2012 Summer Practice Schedule. Parents should read the letter enclosed in the packet and return the signed forms in the gray return envelope provided no later than June 15. The forms and summer schedule also can be downloaded on the Poly athletics web ...
  • Athletics Forms due by July 16
    News • 5/30/2012
    ... letic Agreement and Code of Conduct, and the 2011 Summer Practice Schedule. Parents should read the enclosed letter and return the signed forms in the gray return envelope provided no later than July 16. The forms and summer schedule also can be downloaded on the Poly athletics webpage (see "Dow ...
  • Stay tuned for PolySummer!
    News • 1/3/2012
    ... to announce that it will once again offer a full summer program from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, and athletics. Course and registration information wil ...
  • North Campus Open House and All-school Family Picnic tomorrow
    News • 9/6/2011
    ... Poly. Due to construction and renovation over the summer, nearly every class and office has changed its location. Lower and Middle School teachers will be in their classrooms to welcome students and their families. From 6 to 8 p.m. the annual All-School Family Picnic will be held on Babcock Fiel ...
  • All-school Family Picnic and North Campus Open House
    News • 8/16/2011
    ... Poly. Due to construction and renovation over the summer, nearly every class and office has changed its location. Lower and Middle School teachers will be in their classrooms to welcome students and their families. From 6 to 8 p.m. the annual All-School Family Picnic will be held on Babcock Fiel ...
  • Poly in the News: Athletes and School of the Year
    News • 8/3/2011
    School is out for summer, and sports seasons have ended, but there is still a buzz in the news over Poly’s student-athletes and sports programs. After multiple playoff runs and leading two teams to CIF-SS championship teams, senior Hunter Merryman and junior Michelle Miller were named the 2011 ...
  • Boy's soccer alumni game
    News • 7/12/2011
    The boys soccer alumni game has been revived as a summer game and occurred this year on July 5th . A spirited group of alums ranging from the class of '98 to the class of 2011 had fun catching up and showing that they can still play the game. The alums competed against current Varsity and JV players ...
  • Poly in the News: Athletes and School of the Year
    News • 7/9/2011
    School is out for summer, and sports seasons have ended, but there is still a buzz in the news over Poly’s student-athletes and sports programs. After multiple playoff runs and leading two teams to CIF-SS championship teams, senior Hunter Merryman and junior Michelle Miller were named the 2011 ...
  • Athletics Forms due by July 16
    News • 5/3/2011
    ... letic Agreement and Code of Conduct, and the 2011 Summer Practice Schedule. Parents should read the enclosed letter and return the signed forms in the gray return envelope provided no later than July 16. The forms and summer schedule also can be downloaded on the Poly athletics webpage (see "Dow ...
  • Sophie A. ’26 Presents Research on Gender Equality in Japan at Stanford University
    News • 10/15/2024
    ... nese society and culture. At the end of this past summer, the program selected Sophie as one of three student honorees to present a paper at Stanford's Japan Day in August.  Sophie's paper assessed how women in Japan can achieve equal representation in their government. Sophie presented her ...
  • 60+ Students Enjoy PEP Spring Break Camp
    News • 4/15/2024
    ...hese trips," said Kevin Austin, Assistant Director of Extended and Summer Programs, "is that we don't have a specific curricular focus. We get to take students to these places and let them revel in their curiosity and wonder." We're so excited our students had an enriching and exciting Spring Bre ...
  • Middle School Student Hosts AAPI Youth Rally
    News • 8/16/2021
    This summer, Sophie P. ’26 hosted a rally in Pasadena to combat the tide of growing anti-Asian and Asian American sentiment. She and her fellow classmate Sofia F. '26 invited prominent members of the community to speak including Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo, U.S. Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-22), ...
  • PolyToday: Creating visual stories
    News • 10/15/2019
    ...idual Google Slides presentations and screencast the stories with their own characters as the protagonists and their partners' characters as the antagonists. The project bridges the introduction to literary elements in the summer reading unit and the reading of "Persepolis," a graphic autobiograp ...
  • Faculty and Staff
    ... Health Office Operations Physical Education Staff Summer School Technology Admission US Activities Administration Advancement Business Communications Head of School Health Office Operations Staff Summer School Technology Admission Administration Advancement Business Communications Head of School ...
  • Partnership for Success
    ... ayfield Junior, Polytechnic, and Westridge). Each summer, the Partnership! provides an intensive five-week enrichment program to approximately 400 public-school students who are chosen by their school principals based on their academic promise and financial need. Once students are nominated in t ...
  • College Counseling Preview for 2027 and 2028 Parents
    News • 3/3/2025
    ...12; will lead the program, featuring a discussion of the current landscape of college admission with a small group of admission professionals, a quick overview of Poly's college counseling program, information on the upcoming course counseling process, and some thoughts on summer plans for studen ...
  • PolySummer 2025: Registration is Now Open!
    News • 2/18/2025
    Join us for another exciting summer filled with discovery and fun! PolySummer offers a dynamic mix of academics, sports, enrichment, and the arts for students of all ages. Registration is now open—visit our new website at polysummerpasadena.org to sign up. Come Summer with Us!
  • PolyToday: All Summer in a Day
    News • 10/22/2019
    ...iod English class today. The Class of 2026 listened to Ray Bradbury's short story "All Summer in a Day" and then discussed questions they developed based on the text. As part of their yearlong study of storytelling, sixth-graders will soon travel back in time as they begin a unit on Greek mytholo ...
  • Summer Small Junior Hunters competition
    News • 8/20/2019
    In early August, rising sophomore Margaret Sweeney competed in the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Junior Hunter National Championship in Sonoma, Calif. Sweeney placed third in the Small Junior Hunters 3’3” division. Sweeney also earned the title of reserve champion at the HMI ...
  • PolyToday: Growing up in South Africa
    News • 4/8/2019
    ...o South Africa on a GIP trip this summer, three generations of the Poly community shared their experiences growing up in South Africa. Bordeaux Martin, second-grade teacher, Yuen Fang, mother of Sean L. '20, and Marsha Bohr, grandmother of Ian U. '21, shared what their time in South Africa was li ...
  • Alumni in Hong Kong, join us!
    News • 4/5/2019
    ...u live in or have plans to travel to Hong Kong in June? Poly’s Head of School John Bracker will be in Hong Kong this summer and looks forward to connecting with alumni in the region. More information to come soon! Please contact the Alumni Office to update your address and contact informati ...
  • Important information for new faculty and staff
    News • 7/3/2017
    Dear new faculty and staff, Greetings from Polytechnic School. I hope the summer finds you well. We are looking forward to welcoming you at orientation at the end of August. This communication is to give you a few updates regarding opening meetings so that you can plan ahead.
  • Poly Technology Summer Internship
    News • 7/21/2015
    Technology Intern This summer internship opportunity is available to any current student or recent alum seeking an experience in a lively and engaging department supporting all aspects of technology at the school.
  • Upper School Visual Arts Department Chair Arnor Bielvedt featured in art publication
    News • 5/7/2013
    ...rtment, is featured in the current issue of The Artist Catalogue (summer 2013). The publication showcases emerging American artists and chooses 12 artists throughout the spring, summer, fall, and winter. ;It enables emerging artists to showcase their current body of art work and to gain recogniti ...
  • Cleaning day
    News • 7/31/2012
    Now that the summer programs have finished and work on the Poly building is wrapping up (more on that shortly), attention has turned to cleaning the newly completed classrooms, the adjacent Fullerton building and routine maintenance of Lower and Middle School classrooms.
  • Athletics preseason practice schedule is available
    News • 7/16/2012
    The 2012 Poly fall preseason practice schedule will be included in the next high school summer mailing and is available online . Most practices start Aug. 13; parents are encouraged to refer to the schedule when planning the remainder of the summer.
  • PolySummer begins in just one month
    News • 5/14/2012
    Register today for PolySummer, Poly's full summer program that will run from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, athletics, and enrichment. Course information and r ...
  • PolySummer begins June 18—Register now!
    News • 4/30/2012
    Register today for PolySummer, Poly's full summer program that will run from June 18 through July 27. Three- and six-week programs will be available for Lower, Middle, and Upper School students. Areas of focus will include academics, theatre, arts, athletics, and enrichment. Course information and r ...
  • Making way for play
    News • 6/24/2011
    As work on campus continues full speed ahead during the summer, Flagler and the former Lower/Middle School Library were razed to make way for a courtyard and open play area. When this area is completed, the South Campus will be visible from the center of the North Campus.
  • Moving Day!
    News • 4/28/2011
    ...instration and staff members moved into their new spaces in the new North Campus buildings. Faculty will move into their new classrooms over the summer. Click here to see a slideshow of Moving Day and here to see Lower and Middle School students react as they are taken on tours of the new buildin ...
  • Renovated Space: the Kressen Building
    News • 9/16/2009
    What was formerly the Kressen Computer Lab was renovated over the summer and now serves as a home to the fifth-grade classrooms, as well as the Health Office. Upon completion of the campus plan, the building will host music classes and the Lower School office.
  • Summer Game Schedules Posted
    News • 6/18/2009
    Summer practices are in full swing! Summer Game Schedules are now posted under the "Downloads" section. You will also find the summer practice schedule and the two athletic forms that are due on July 15th for the next school year.
  • National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Recognizes Poly Research Initiative
    News • 2/18/2025
    ... ), and its four spaces—Biological Research, Summer Research, Senior Biological Research and Neuroscience &; Humanities: Food—that help students add value to the real world, as a model of “successful evidence-based education innovations in the country.”  The model pro ...
  • Upper School Students Win National Scholastic Writing & Arts Awards
    News • 10/15/2024
    ... om the Scholastic Writing &; Arts Awards over the summer. Dylan L. ’25 and Audrey M. ’27 received gold medals for written pieces, and CiCi Z. ’26 received a silver medal in the art category.  "Receiving a Scholastic Gold Medal for my poem 'Save me a Plum' is not just an ho ...
  • Noah LP ‘26 Shines in Upper School Jazz Band
    News • 11/1/2023
    ... ternate for the American Youth Symphony, and last summer was selected to the National Youth Orchestra (NYO2) that performed at Carnegie Hall. He is also an athlete, competing for Poly’s football and basketball teams.  When asked what he will most remember from his NYO2 experience, Noa ...
  • Lower School Music Restoration Project Continues
    News • 10/16/2023
    ... aela ’15, and Luke ’17, work over the summer to restore four to five dozen string instruments in their South Bay home.    Poly’s set of instruments can experience lots of wear and tear, from being shuttled back and forth at school to the normal use of young musicians. ...
  • Ashley K. ’25 to Perform in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade
    News • 12/2/2022
    ... oup of All-Americans identified at Varsity Spirit summer camps across the country. All-Americans are based on superior cheerleading or dance skills as well as leadership skills at camps. The Polytechnic School Panthers attended USA Camp at Great Wolf Lodge, Anaheim, CA on July 29, 2022 where Ash ...
  • CIF Summer Practice Break
    News • 7/13/2022
    Although PolySummer has one more week remaining, Poly Athletics is wrapping up its summer practices. The CIF rulebook states, “A summer dead period must be declared by the school district and/or principal for all sports. The dates of the dead period must be forwarded to the Southern Section Co ...
  • Time
    News • 9/1/2021
    This summer, I came across a collection of my father’s watches, an inexpensive assortment, a nod to his understated midwestern aesthetic and practicality. As long as the watch worked—told him what he needed to know, time and date—it was worth every bit of the $34.99 he paid for it. ...
  • SALC Hosts Freshman Event
    News • 8/24/2021
    ... f SALC, said, “SALC's goal for the freshman summer event was to integrate new incoming freshmen into the high school. We intended for them to experience some fun, friendly competition between their prospective classmates. Students were able to participate in some individual games like knoc ...
  • The First Games of Fall
    News • 8/20/2021
    ... season starting this weekend. They have been training throughout the summer to return to the field, firing on all cylinders.  Kickoff is at 10:45 a.m. Be sure to check out Poly’s Athletics Calendar for all game details and directions. Or, follow the game on Twitter @PolyAthletics . ...
  • Poly Welcomes New Girls Basketball Coach
    News • 6/11/2021
    ... e girls basketball program starting with the 2021 summer girls basketball program.  Coach Bencze has just concluded his first year teaching history at Campbell Hall where he will continue to teach in the fall. Prior to teaching at Campbell Hall, he was at Providence High School for 30 years ...
  • José Melgoza Wins Distinguished Teaching Award from Whitman College
    News • 6/1/2021
    ... xecutive director for Partnership for Success!, a summer enrichment program for Pasadena-area public school students. Since joining Polytechnic School in 2004, José has developed a student-centered, inquiry-based curriculum with an emphasis on developing critical thinking skills through res ...
  • Swimming
    News • 5/17/2021
    ... t enjoying something was enough. The air on those summer mornings was often cool, and the water was not a whole lot better. Jumping right in became the only option because a slow descent was too painful. When I got a bit older and attended an overnight camp in Wiscasset, Maine, the "polar bear&# ...
  • Spring Book Fair at Vroman's Bookstore Begins Sunday, May 8
    News • 5/3/2021
    ... oks, games, stationery, and gifts or to grab that summer beach read! Vroman's will donate 20 percent of the proceeds to support Poly's Lower and Middle School Library. Some key points to remember: If shopping in-store, please remember to bring your voucher as Vroman's may not have extras at the ...
  • Upper School Library Offering Curbside Pickup
    News • 9/15/2020
    ... a librarian. This initiative first began over the summer to a great response. The Upper School Library is currently not requesting returns so that students may stay safe at home. You are able to return books during the Wednesday pick-up time if you desire. Ms. Alfaro shares that the most popular ...
  • Summer Practices Halted
    News • 7/1/2020
    ... g diligently towards the possibility of beginning summer practices with the anticipation that the practices—run in a safe and healthy way—would have provided the student-athletes emotional, mental, and physical health. However, due to the abrupt rise in COVID-19 case numbers in the l ...
  • Campus Connect – Poly Teachers love to read!
    News • 9/6/2019
    ... e busy preparing for the new school year over the summer. Upper School History Teacher Jose Melgoza says, “My last week before school is always spent wrapping up my summer reading. I love being able to integrate new ideas into my curriculum as I plan my new syllabus for the year. Our under ...
  • CORRECTION - Athletics and Magnus health requirements
    News • 6/5/2019
    ... ll requirements completed before participating in summer practices. Returning families must have new forms submitted by July 15. All families should have received an email from the school’s student health information system, Magnus Health, notifying you that you must take action with your ...
  • Magnus Health Requirements and Athletics
    News • 6/4/2019
    ... if your student would like to participate in any summer sport activity, all requirements in the Student Health Tracker in Magnus Health must be complete before participation. If there are items that cannot be completed before participation, please notify Marcy Kwitny in the nurse's office. If y ...
  • Keith Murray '68
    News • 11/13/2018
    "It makes me feel like I've taken care of things ..."
  • GIP hosts Reflections and Take-aways event
    News • 10/1/2018
    ... reflections, and takeaways from their spring and summer trips. Hosted by GIP and emceed by Global Scholars Taylor S.'19 and me, the event was a memorable one, with photo slideshows, humor, and the sharing of impactful experiences. First among the trips was Nicaragua, the spring break service tr ...
  • Important: Deadline for health forms was July 15
    News • 7/15/2018
    ... , any new Upper School student participating in a summer athletic team practice must have submitted his or her student health records  prior to the start of practice . In addition, please note: Poly requires all Middle and Upper School students to have an annual physical even if the pediatr ...
  • Poly Athletics stays active in the summer
    News • 7/7/2018
    ... of the school year. Many teams train through the summer, keeping in mind the three-week CIF-mandated dead period. You can find the football team, girls basketball team, and the water polo teams training early in the morning before summer school begins. Girls volleyball hits the court mid-mornin ...
  • Wait, what?
    News • 9/19/2017
    Wait, what? Over the summer, I came across a commencement address delivered by James Ryan, dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Education. His talk has gone viral on YouTube, and, like many YouTube hits, it has now been expanded into a book. While I haven’t read the book yet, I did like the ...
  • Thank you for a great year
    News • 5/25/2017
    ...her for so many events throughout the year. ;Also, a special thank you to Carrie Walker, Leslie Carmell, Paula Martin and Aileen Peterson for their time and constant support throughout the year. ;You made my year easy and I truly thank you for that! I wish you all a fantastic and restful summer. ...
  • No After School Classes - Week of 11/21/16
    News • 11/18/2016
    ...Please note, the after school program will not be offering classes next week, ; November 21-25 . We will only be offering after hour care on ; Monday , ; from ; 3-6 pm. ; Please direct any questions to Jacklyn Gonzales, Assistant to Summer &; Extended Day Director at ; jgonzales@polytechnic.org . ...
  • Reminder about health forms
    News • 7/18/2016
    ... , any new Upper School student participating in a summer athletic team practice must have submitted his or her student health records prior to the start of practice. In addition, please note: Poly requires all Middle and Upper School students to have an annual physical even if the pediatrician d ...
  • New Middle School director joins Polytechnic School
    News • 7/8/2015
    Rebecca Nelson has been appointed the new Middle School director at Polytechnic School effective July 1, 2015 .
  • Explore Summer Opportunities Abroad
    News • 9/30/2013
    ... nts to explore international travel at its annual Summer Opportunities Abroad event on Wednesday, Oct. 9 , from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Upper School Library. Students who have participated in educational and community service programs abroad will share their experiences. Information will also be pres ...
  • The challenge of Chinese
    News • 6/14/2013
    Poly’s Mandarin courses develop multiple skills
  • Summer study experience
    News • 6/14/2013
    Faculty professional growth at Poly
  • What makes a good reader and writer?
    News • 6/14/2013
    Poly’s Lower School takes balanced approach to literacy
  • Reminder: Health forms must be completed online by July 15
    News • 5/9/2013
    ... pper School student who plans to participate in a summer athletic team practice should submit the student health records prior to the start of practice. In addition, please note: Poly requires all Middle and Upper School students to have an annual physical even if the pediatrician does not requi ...
  • Student Voices: First day of school
    News • 9/4/2012
    ... ol students, it also means a new campus. Over the summer, Poly’s construction team completed the science-math-library building and renovated Boswell Library, which is now home to visual arts and film classrooms and a gallery for student work. Read on as Ryan Schiller '13 shares his impress ...
  • Deadline to register for Friday Night Lights events is April 9
    News • 4/2/2012
    ...ents and alumni are asked to donate a one-week summer internship opportunity for a Poly high school or college student. All of the internships will be available in the silent auction at the "Friday Night Lights" Party. To donate, visit www.polypantherclub.com or contact Leslie Saeta at 626-799-85 ...
  • Register now for Friday Night Lights events
    News • 3/19/2012
    ...i are asked to donate a “one-week summer internship” opportunity for a Poly high school or college student. All of the internships will be available in the silent auction at the "Friday Night Lights" Party. To donate, visit www.polypantherclub.com or contact Leslie Saeta at 626-799-85 ...
  • Skills Enrichment Program Wraps up 22nd Year
    News • 8/26/2011
    ... ram (SEP) returned for its 22nd year at Poly this summer. More than 200 of PUSD's students entering grades 8-12 took academic enrichment classes taught by Poly and PUSD teachers, as well as exciting elective options created by the interns, all of whom are graduates of SEP or of Poly. In five wee ...
  • DAY ONE
    News • 7/14/2011
    Day 1 at Beijing No. 4 High School
  • Summer Greetings from your College Counselors
    News • 7/12/2011
    ... e time to rejuvenate. For many students, however, summer can be the ideal time to take care of some tasks related to the college application process. Some of you have expressed an interest in doing this and so we thought it would be helpful to provide you with a summer checklist (please click on ...
  • A Very Positive Outlook
    News • 8/5/2010
    ...r. Just under half of the Upper School student body participated in one or more sports programs this summer. These student-athletes developed individual sports skills and enjoyed growing with their teammates. The Athletic Department thanks the coaches and players for their commitment and dedicati ...
  • Poly Research Initiative Students Publish Work in Tufts Database
    News • 9/3/2024
    Students participating in the Summer Research Program as part of the Poly Research Initiative , led by Dr. Bala Selvakumar, have published empirical work in the Prevalence of Antibiotic Resistance in the Environment database maintained by Tufts University. Students used primary literature to identif ...
  • Gregory P. ’25 Wins Honorable Mention For Performance of Armenian Duduk
    News • 11/1/2021
    ... th my instructor and plan to go to Armenia in the summer to learn from other instructors and play with groups there. In the Music Makers Class, Ms. Foley has supported my interest in the duduk and has encouraged me to combine the old world sound of the duduk with modern music-making methodologie ...
  • OakTree Times
    ... ershoff '87 talks about his literary path. Spring/Summer 2018 Lower School service learning program inspires action while fostering students' passions. Hixon Intern Program benefits teachers and students alike. Upper School embraces honor code.   Fall/Winter 2017-18 Spotlight on backst ...
  • JumpStart
    ... s New Students' Cultural Wealth ” JumpStart Summer Programming Newly enrolled sixth and ninth-grade students from non-independent schools are invited to participate in JumpStart. Each program in Middle School and Upper School focuses on relationship building within the cohort and across co ...
  • Pasadena Water & Power Recognizes Sustainability-Focused Student Art
    News • 11/1/2024
    ... m at the Pasadena City Council meeting during the summer. The Metropolitan Water District recently announced that it will feature Keira’s artwork in its 2025 student art calendar. “This award illustrates the self-motivation and time commitment of our students to participate in art co ...
  • Greetings from 1030 East California Boulevard!
    News • 8/15/2024
    ... nce to reconnect with family and friends over the summer and to embrace new experiences. Our campus doesn’t rest after the final senior crosses the graduation stage in June. PolySummer and Partnership for Success bring together students from across the city, the wider community, and the wo ...
  • The Tapestry of Life
    News • 6/3/2024
    ... always move too fast for me. While the promise of summer vacation and a slower pace is appealing, the urgency to finish and get on to the next event makes it difficult to consider what each occasion means. Watching our students perform in our plays, the Backyard Revue, and Middle and Upper Schoo ...
  • Poly Receives $250,000 Grant From E.E. Ford Foundation
    News • 12/15/2023
    ... ication. Poly first piloted the Initiative in the summer of 2022 under the direction of  Upper School Biology Teacher Dr. Bala Selvakumar and with the support of Science Chair Robin Barnes and Head of School John Bracker. Dr. Selvakumar received a paid opportunity to spend part of the summe ...
  • Sabrina Z. ’23 Wins The Earth Prize for AgriVision
    News • 6/1/2023
    ... is excited to attend the symposium in Geneva this summer, where she will engage in discussions with professionals and students about clean technology and emerging agricultural advancements.  Sabrina's journey with AgriVision is one of resilience, passion, and the unwavering belief that one ...
  • Get ready for the "Summer Reading" Book Fair! May 14-21
    News • 5/15/2023
    Get a head start on summer reading!  Visit Vroman's Bookstore Pasadena or San Marino Toy and Book Shoppe during the week of May 14-21 to stock up on books, crafts, and games. Check out these summer reading lists for your incoming 1st ,  2nd ,  3rd ,  4th ,  5 th ,  6th ...
  • PolySummer Registration Opens February 1 at Noon
    News • 1/30/2023
    The office of Extended and Summer Programs is excited to share that dates and course information for PolySummer 2023 have been posted. PolySummer offers K-12 students the chance to discover new learning experiences. With more than 250 courses to choose from, students can build a personalized schedul ...
  • Am I Moving Forward?
    News • 10/3/2022
    On a flight from Los Angeles to Boston this summer, I woke up with a start when we hit turbulence somewhere over the midwest. Perched in my exit row seat, I wondered what my childhood friends would think of me sitting here wearing something called a shacket with pants that had a little stretch in th ...
  • The Freedom of Imagination
    News • 9/1/2022
    I spent most of my childhood summers going to Orleans, Massachusetts. Typically, we would leave a day or two after school got out in June—our departure was often predicated on the number of snow days we had during the school year. As soon as we piled into our two-toned station wagon, I immedia ...
  • Understanding Gender Diversity and Welcoming Gender Diverse Children into Our School Event
    News • 2/14/2022
    ... velop and run Gender Camps, which consists of two summer programs created to bring together TGNB youth ages 6-12. Dr. Carter has additionally served as a group facilitator with Transforming Family, an organization which provides monthly support for families who have a TGNC child or adolescent. F ...
  • Civility and Friendship Found During Cornel West and Robert George Talk
    News • 1/14/2022
    ... ct in our teaching, learning, and community. Last summer, Head of School John Bracker attended a discussion between Professors Cornel West and Robert George, two intellectuals with varying viewpoints but a lasting friendship that has allowed them to bridge an ideological divide and truly hear on ...
  • Project Talent Launch Awards High School Students Internship Scholarships
    News • 10/11/2021
    ... l, Temple City, and Arcadia High School this past summer.  “PTL is about creating a game-changing movement. High school internship opportunities are limited to only a select few. PTL is on a mission to disrupt these rules. We are creating a world where all high school students can hav ...
  • Spotlight on Francis Wass Day Origin
    News • 9/28/2021
    ... colleagues. In an Oak Tree Times article from the summer of 1994, student Lindsay Feldmeth commented that: “few students have had as great an influence on my school life [as Mr. Wass]." Former Head of School Mike Babcock commented on Wass in a spring 1996 article of the same publication. B ...
  • Poly Student Ambassador Blog: Sports Come To a Close With David L. ’23
    News • 5/19/2021
    ...d others. I personally look forward to summer athletics practices and the Poly sports seasons ahead coming into the 2021-2022 school year. As teams head into the playoffs and play their final games of the school year, you can keep up with the latest Poly Sports updates on Twitter at @PolyAthletic ...
  • PBS's "Pandemic Perspectives" Features the Work of Poly Students and Faculty
    News • 5/3/2021
    ... ship for Success! (PFS!) students.  Over the summer and fall of 2020, Ann Diederich joined forces with Elizabeth Eagle, Brendan Bannon, and Liz Titone, the co-founders of Different Ships, Same Storm, to recruit a group of seven Poly and two PFS! students to document their personal experienc ...
  • With Drawn Arms Screening and Discussion
    News • 3/3/2021
    ... ges of protest from the past century. At the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, the world watched as two American runners, Tommie Smith and John Carlos, took the stage as the U.S. national anthem played, raising their fists in a symbol of black struggle and solidarity. The film will be availab ...
  • PolySummer Celebrates a Decade of Enriching Experiences and Adds Credit-Bearing Courses
    News • 2/16/2021
    Registration for PolySummer’s 10th season opens on February 22. With more than 150 three-and six-week online courses, K-12 students can build a personalized schedule of classes ranging from coding, learning and playing chess, writing the college essay, storytelling through Disney and Pixar fil ...
  • This Too Shall Pass
    News • 11/2/2020
    ... ixty years, the Concord Toy Shop closed this past summer. Known to many as America’s oldest specialty store, it was one of those places that proudly resisted the temptation of stocking its shelves with the latest trends, instead offering toys that brought a nostalgic feel to the shopping e ...
  • Poly Student Ambassador Blog: Anti-Racist Reading With Paige L. ’23
    News • 10/24/2020
    ... love about our school! By Paige L. '23 During the summer in my sophomore English class, English II: Global Voices, we were assigned to read Born A Crime by Trevor Noah, the successful comedian and talk show host, as well as Pachinko by Korean American author Min Jin Lee. In the books, Trevor Noa ...
  • Eighth-Graders Create Sustainable Composting System at Poly
    News • 9/1/2020
    ... ject week, promotion week, and several weeks into summer vacation, ultimately presenting their findings and recommendations to a panel of Poly administrators. They proposed a pilot for a specific type of on-site composting system that could process all the types of organics that Poly generates, ...
  • CIF Mandated Summer Dead Period
    News • 5/20/2020
    Every summer, the CIF mandates a two-week “dead period.” During this time, any contact between coaches and student-athletes are prohibited. This is to ensure that there is down time for both players and coaches. This year, Poly's summer dead period is from June 8 to June 21. This allows ...
  • Tenacity
    News • 4/15/2020
      One summer about ten years ago, I decided that I needed to test myself and try something new, really new. For several weeks, I dragged myself to the Connecticut River at 6:00 a.m. to learn how to scull. I had an especially romantic vision about what sculling would be like after watching shell ...
  • Poly’s Dance Team and Mascots rake in the awards
    News • 8/21/2019
    This summer, Poly’s Dance Team and Mascots traveled to Santa Barbara to attend the USA Spirit Camp at UC Santa Barbara. This is the opportunity to bond together as a team, learn new routines, and to meet and compete against new teams. This year, after three days of hard work, the team walked a ...
  • Campus Connect: Game time!
    News • 8/2/2019
    ... st of Poly’s sports teams have held regular summer practices since school ended in June, and the preseason for fall sports begins next week. In accordance with CIF regulations, every sport is required to have a dead period of at least three consecutive weeks. Most fall sports had the last ...
  • Reminder: Deadline for health forms is July 15
    News • 6/17/2019
    ... , any new Upper School student participating in a summer athletic team practice must have submitted his or her student health records  prior to the start of practice . In addition, please note: Poly requires all Middle and Upper School students to have an annual physical even if the pediatr ...
  • Orange ties
    News • 9/4/2018
    ... bout a week before school starts. For most of the summer, they hang quietly in my closet, resting comfortably after the flurry of celebrations that mark the end of the school year. A couple of them had to go to the dry cleaner because talking-eating-walking was not conducive to keeping them spot ...
  • Send your well wishes to Stuart Freed!
    News • 8/2/2018
    ... hes to be included in a book we will present this summer to a special faculty member who has worked at Poly for more than 34 years, Stuart Freed. Hired by Mike Babcock in 1984 as the only member of the technical theater department, he later moved into the classroom to teach Wood Design and Ceram ...
  • Independence
    News • 6/5/2018
    ... our backpacks and fell into the gentle rhythm of summer. My family would head off to Orleans on Cape Cod, where we would reconnect with our summer friends. I don’t remember talking much about school with them. Instead, we embraced the moment and slipped seamlessly into our routine of swim ...
  • First suit
    News • 12/19/2017
    My son bought his first suit this summer. It’s a nice suit — blue, I think. A recent college graduate with a real job, he felt it was time. My mother bought me my first suit when I was about 9. Seersucker. I cut quite an awkward figure on the dance floor at my uncle’s wedding in Pe ...
  • Author Nayomi Munaweera discusses her novel about the Sri Lankan civil war with Upper School
    News • 11/29/2017
    ... old students about how she spends two weeks every summer leading the program, which is Sri Lanka’s only creative writing institute, alongside Sri Lankan author Shyam Selvadurai. Munweera answered student questions about the publication of her novel and the challenge of writing scenes that ...
  • I wonder ...
    News • 10/3/2017
    ... to make sure we nourish the “I wonders” our students bring us every day. Before the girls left for the summer, we talked about their building a scale model of the ice rink over the summer. Who knows ... maybe we will have figure skating and ice hockey here by the time they graduate. ...
  • 2015 Distinguished Alumna Sarah Hotchkis Ketterer '79 enjoys day on campus and dinner in her honor
    News • 11/28/2016
    ... 001. Sarah’s career in finance began in the summer of 1980, when she took a summer job filing research reports for her father’s asset management firm. Her successful and varied career has also included work in mergers and acquisitions advisory, investment banking (at a time when she ...
  • Season openers
    News • 8/24/2016
    Now that the Rio Summer Olympics has concluded, we move on and anticipate the commencement of fall sports at Poly. Our fall teams are weeks into practice and look forward to season openers this week. Panthers JV football kicks off the fall by hosting the Rams of Temple City High School Thursday at 3 ...
  • Spring Book Fair ends today!
    News • 5/21/2016
    ... Stop by or visit their website to ; buy your Poly Summer Reading Books (for summer reading lists by grade, ; click here ). ; Please present ;the attached voucher at in-store checkout, or order online using code “POLY” and 20% of the purchase price will support the Poly Lower School L ...
  • Spring Book Fair at Vroman's
    News • 5/6/2016
    ... onday, May 16 to Sunday, May 22 t o buy your Poly Summer Reading Books (for summer reading lists by grade, ; click here ). ; Please present ; the attached voucher at in-store checkout, or order online using code “POLY” and 20% of the purchase price will support the Poly Lower School ...
  • PolyDays 2/16/16
    News • 2/19/2016
    The Feb. 16 issue of PolyDays can be found on the website under "Resources". Some highlights of information you will find include: Global Initiative Alliance events Upper School Spring Musical - "Hairspray" Summer School
  • Evidence of excellence
    News • 2/20/2014
    In one of the spacious labs in the school's science-math-library building on the Upper School campus, Poly seniors expertly operated an array of...
  • Alum’s work featured in MOCA exhibition
    News • 7/3/2013
    If you’re in Los Angeles this summer and plan to take in some of the city’s offerings, you may want to add the Museum of Contemporary Art to your list. Warren Techentin ’86 ’s Los Angeles-based architecture firm, WTARCH , is featured in the museum’s recently opened exhi ...
  • Health Forms due July 15; earlier for Upper School students attending team practices this summer
    News • 6/17/2013
    ... pper School student who plans to participate in a summer athletic team practice should submit the student health records prior to the start of practice. In addition, please note: Poly requires all Middle and Upper School students to have an annual physical even if the pediatrician does not requi ...
  • Meeting explores international trip offerings
    News • 10/15/2012
    ... nts to explore international travel at its annual Summer Opportunities Abroad event on Monday, Oct. 22 , at 7 p.m. in the South Campus Library. Students who have participated in educational and community service programs abroad will share their experiences. Information will also be presented abo ...
  • Explore Summer Opportunities Abroad
    News • 10/1/2012
    ... nts to explore international travel at its annual Summer Opportunities Abroad event on Monday, Oct. 22, at 7 p.m. in the South Campus Library. Students who have participated in educational and community service programs abroad will share their experiences. Information will also be presented abou ...
  • Fall season begins
    News • 8/31/2012
    With the tough summer practices concluding, Poly athletics starts its highly anticipated fall season. Today, the Varsity football team kicks off its season against Saddleback Valley Christian. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. at St. Margaret’s, while all three levels of volleyball play up north at Viewpoi ...
  • PolySummer is back!
    News • 7/5/2012
    PolySummer Programs are in full swing this summer after a hiatus due to the recent campus construction. Kindergarten through 12th grade students from Pasadena and surrounding communities are enrolled in a variety of academic, athletic, theatre, arts, and enrichment programs. Several alumni have come ...
  • Summer greetings from your college counselors
    News • 6/22/2012
    Dear rising seniors and parents, Happy summer! We hope that you are getting a much deserved break from school and are finding ways to recharge your batteries for next year. We, too, are eager to get some time away from the office, and we plan on leaving for our summer break in a few weeks. While cou ...
  • Waitlists
    News • 4/27/2012
    ... y, at the earliest , and may continue through the summer months. After May 1, it will take a few days for colleges to receive and sort the mail. Depending on their calculated enrollment numbers, colleges will either extend offers from the waitlist or continue waiting to see if there is space ava ...
  • July 23-Day 10
    News • 7/23/2011
    So thus begins...
  • July 18th-DAY 5
    News • 7/18/2011
    It's been a while...
  • Unique donations sought for silent auction
    News • 4/18/2011
    ... s and alumni are being asked to donate a one-week summer internship opportunity for a Poly high school student or recent alumna/us. The opportunities would be included in the Friday Night Lights silent auction. Click here to view some of this year's exciting silent auction items. For more inform ...
  • Day 5 in Beijing
    News • 3/25/2008
    From Palaces to Simple Homes
  • Day 4 in Beijing
    News • 3/24/2008
    Power to Poverty
  • Club Moai Helps Disabled Teens Find Community
    News • 3/15/2021
    In the summer of 2019, Luke A. ’23 noticed that his brother, Dominic, who has autism, was isolated at home while Luke regularly socialized with his friends. Luke decided he wanted to create opportunities for teens with disabilities to make friends with other teens with similar experiences. He ...
  • PolyGlobal
    ... h schools and organizations. Our spring break and summer offerings include Cambodia/Vietnam, China, Cuba, France, Mexico, Nicaragua, Peru, and Senegal. In addition, Poly hosts many schools from around the world with whom we have established relationships, including Nirayama High School in Japan, ...
  • Vision and Mission
    ... udents, faculty, and administrators. Fall 2017 to Summer 2018: Creation of PolyHonor Code based on research and input from multiple constituent groups within the Poly Upper School community. Fall 2018 PolyHonor Code installed as a guiding statement in the Upper School. Fall 2019 PolyHonor adopte ...
  • Q&A With Oliver M. ’26, Award-Winning Student Photographer
    News • 2/18/2025
    ... in telling the story of athletes. Starting in the summer before my sophomore year, I was eager to shoot sports photography. Poly’s accepting athletic program made it easy for me to find opportunities to take pictures. In 10th grade, I took my first photography class with the wonderful Ms. ...
  • Poly Public Speaking Programs Support Intellectual Inquiry and Community Building
    News • 12/16/2024
    ... friends who I've gotten to know over the past two summers. We were considering whether or not we wanted to debate in college, and he asked me the same question: ‘Why debate?’ For me, policy debate has profoundly impacted how I approach the world and how I want to change it.” Wh ...
  • Francis Wass Legacy and Holiday Origin
    News • 10/1/2024
    ... colleagues. In an Oak Tree Times article from the summer of 1994, student Lindsay Feldmeth commented that: “few students have had as great an influence on my school life [as Mr. Wass]."   Former Head of School Mike Babcock commented on Wass in a spring 1996 article of the same publica ...
  • Welcome to the 2023-2024 School Year!
    News • 8/15/2023
    ... to be sure, as this week marks the final days of summer vacation for many of you and the beginning of a new school year for all. Despite a hint of trepidation, I have always found this transition energizing. As a student, it helped me remember that I had a community invested in my success and s ...
  • Welcome to the 2022-2023 School Year!
    News • 8/15/2022
    ... s and talents of our students. After a successful summer with the return of an entirely in-person PolySummer and Partnership for Success!, the campus is quickly coming to life again. Fall sports practices, student leadership training, and orientations have begun, and the intoxicating energy of s ...
  • JumpStart Emphasizes New Students' Cultural Wealth
    News • 8/15/2022
    ... y, who has taught in the program for the past two summers, now serves as the inaugural program director and unofficial snack coordinator. To create comfort in the classroom, Dr. Stogdill asked students to share their favorite snacks with responses like gushers, conchas, and frozen grapes. HeR ...
  • Kate Drums Serves as United Nations Association Campus Fellow
    News • 6/1/2021
    ... United Nations team since the ninth grade. In the summer of 2019, Ms. Diederich introduced the possibility of a United Nations Association chapter to the Poly community. I immediately joined the school chapter and have been the president of our leadership board since the start of my junior year. ...
  • A Letter From Poly's Leadership About Tuition for the 2021-2022 School Year
    News • 2/1/2021
    ... roviding additional financial aid, suspending our summer program, and securing protective supplies to ensure a safe return to campus. To date, the additional costs slightly outweigh the savings. This year, we balanced the budget through a modest enrollment increase (1%), the Poly Community Fund ...
  • Poly Grandparents Tackle Instrument Restoration
    News • 8/17/2020
    ... t remote learning in music, and she has spent the summer researching how to create a great experience for students.   “The physicality and immediacy of studying an instrument is so refreshing in this time when a great deal of learning is taking place in front of a computer screen,R ...
  • The Fall Season for Poly’s Rising Collegiate Athletes
    News • 7/17/2020
    ... er stay focused and keep up the momentum from her summer training. Thomas McConnell had plans to play football at Pomona Pitzer this fall, but the school has announced that the semester will be completely virtual — cancelling all fall sports. There is a slim possibility of a spring season, ...
  • Poly hears from renowned activist Arn Chorn-Pond
    News • 3/19/2019
    ... at his organization during their trip to Cambodia. Pond is extremely thankful for the support of the Poly community and hopes to continue this partnership. Poly students will work with him and his organization again this summer during the school's second Global Initiatives Program trip to Cambod ...
  • Middle School Tech Theatre students inaugurate new production booth
    News • 9/6/2016
    ... e noticed some big changes that occurred over the summer. The fireplace which hadn’t worked in years is gone and, in its place, a large box with three windows, looking much like the bridge of a cargo ship, juts out of the back wall and over the floor. It is Founders' new production booth, ...
  • Theater alumni to star in Poly production of "Red" this fall
    News • 7/9/2015
    ... tions for classical voice. After Poly, he spent a summer at the American Institute of Musical Studies in Austria before starting his undergraduate career at Columbia University, where Calvin is currently a member of the a capella group Nonsequitur. ; Fun fact: Anthony and Calvin both had roles i ...
  • College Counseling Class
    News • 3/8/2012
    We finished the fifth week of College Counseling class and want to reiterate the importance of this course. Counselors have a curriculum that we are following each week, and cover a lot of material. This week, counselors are discussing the different types of educational opportunities available, part ...
  • 2009 Beijing: Day Four
    News • 3/24/2009
    Global Studies Starts With Relationships!
  • PolyStrong: Our Community Comes Together to Face Fire Losses
    News • 1/17/2025
    ... s Lisa Wu, and Assistant Director of Extended and Summer Programs Kevin Austin, emerged on Saturday, but not without important input and learning from other community organizations.  Renée participated in a meeting of over 90 Pasadena area organizations already doing crucial mutual aid ...
  • Honor, Stands
    News • 12/1/2022
    ... unt of time over the last several decades. In the summer, the place bustles with energy—selling everything from fresh tomatoes to cheeses to cuts of meat. Not surprisingly, it serves as a gathering place to exchange local gossip for some and a convenient stop for others who want to forgo t ...
  • Tomatoes for Zucchinis
    News • 11/1/2022
    Over the summer, I bought a bike at a shop I have gone to for over 25 years. Scottee’s is in an unimpressive plaza just down from the mini-golf–driving-range–bumper-boats park that provided hours of fun and a few tears while our kids were growing up. Generations of bikes hang from ...
  • Poly Fencing Hosts Its First Competition
    News • 9/22/2021
    ... the Novice competition, beating the winner of our summer competition, fellow freshman Max I. ’25. In the JV/Varsity event. And Edward L. ’23 won against senior Jacob S. ’22. Every member of the team set a season-long fencing goal and the six fencers, Rebecca M-A ’23, Jaco ...
  • Staff Spotlight: Laura Fleming of Environmental Sustainability
    News • 9/15/2021
    ... school. I was able to do a pilot program with PolySummer in 2019, where students helped separate 5000 pounds of food scraps from the waste stream. So instead of that food waste ending up in a landfill and generating methane gas, we were able to send it to a commercial composting facility where i ...
  • Poly’s Dance Team and Mascots Return to Cheer Camp
    News • 8/18/2021
    ... n 2020, the team enjoyed a touch of normalcy this summer as they traveled to the Great Wolf Lodge in Garden Grove for 2021 Cheer Camp. They learned new routines and picked up new skills including six new dances and several cheers. It was a successful weekend for the team. The team received a pla ...
  • James Gomez Explores Pottery Through Poly Visual Art
    News • 5/17/2021
    ... ng from Mrs. Marrs, I took a pottery class at PolySummer with Mr. Freed, and he taught me the basics of pottery including wheel throwing techniques. I took it for two summers, then I took classes with Ms. Raftery in Middle and Upper School and she really developed and supported my interest in po ...
  • Screening of "Generation Hope" Documentary - Thibeaux H. Global Scholar Capstone Project
    News • 4/7/2021
    ...x’s first documentary. He made this documentary in response to the turmoil this summer caused by George Floyd’s murder. Aiming to spread a message of hope and unity, Generation Hope gives an inside look at what the future has to offer. Please RSVP to attend this GIP-Global Scholar eve ...
  • Staff Spotlight: Barbara Bishop of the Poly Archives
    News • 3/15/2021
    ... ried treasures in the school's archives. It was a summer project that continued on to a very fulfilling trajectory. What do you do at Poly? I facilitate access to the archives, maintain the collection, file additions to the records, and preserve the papers -- all parts of my job. The Poly archiv ...
  • Different Ships, Same Storm
    News • 10/1/2020
    ... laborative visual storytelling platform. Over the summer, Poly and PFS! students joined Different Ships, Same Storm , a global project featuring the personal experiences of youth during The COVID-19 Pandemic. Through photography and writing students from New York City, Buffalo, Portland, Pasaden ...
  • Summer Practice Updates
    News • 6/5/2019
    Updates have been made to the summer practice schedule for the following sports: girls basketball, boys soccer, and girls and boys water polo. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the coach, or you may contact Athletic Director Steve Beerman at sbeerman@polytechnic.org. GIRLS BASKET ...
  • Spring Book Fair at Vroman’s Bookstore begins Monday
    News • 5/6/2019
    ... oks, games, stationery, and gifts or to grab that summer beach read! Vroman’s will donate 20% of the proceeds to support Poly’s Lower and Middle School Library. Some key points to remember: If you are shopping in the store, please remember to bring your voucher as Vroman’s may ...
  • Student reflection: 'What I learned about travel with Poly'
    News • 2/10/2019
    ... e rectangular stone to the small school hosting a summer camp for the children of Jinotega. While we walked through the neighborhood of the Nicaraguan children, I noticed the houses were dark inside, excluding the singular TV playing the latest baseball game. As they popped out of their dim door ...
  • Acting
    News • 2/5/2019
    ... ty beyond our campus. Oliver closes her poem "The Summer Day" with one of her most quoted lines: "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" These words capture for me so much of what it means to be alive and a member of a community. The opportunities are endless i ...
  • Send your well wishes to Stuart Freed!
    News • 7/5/2018
    ... hes to be included in a book we will present this summer to a special faculty member who has worked at Poly for more than 34 years, Stuart Freed. Hired by Mike Babcock in 1984 as the only member of the technical theater department, he later moved into the classroom to teach Wood Design and Ceram ...
  • Get ready for the Poly Alumni survey this summer!
    News • 5/10/2018
    ...arted, we are eager to hear from our alumni community about what you value most from your Poly experience and your relationship with the school today. The survey will be sent via email. Please help us ensure your voice is heard by updating your email and contact information with the Alumni Office ...
  • Early mornings
    News • 1/2/2018
    ... ief the latest Red Sox game during the spring and summer mornings. I regularly needed consoling about a team that could seemingly snatch defeat from the jaws of victory with maddening creativity and predictability. Watching Poly wake up reminds me of the power and comfort of rituals. When Rachel ...
  • Faculty and staff summer reading
    News • 7/3/2017
    ... rograms to recommend a book for faculty and staff summer reading. Each faculty and staff member is picking one of these recommendations to read over the summer, and we invite you to as well. Purchase one and please save your receipt to submit for reimbursement when we return to campus in August. ...
  • Spring Book Fair at Vroman's
    News • 5/11/2017
    ... y, May 15, and ;Saturday, May 20 to buy your Poly summer reading books (for summer reading lists by grade, ;click ; here ). ; Please present ;the ; voucher ;at in-store checkout, or order online using code “POLY” and 20% of the purchase price will support the Poly Lower School Librar ...
  • Andean music showcased in Global Initiatives event
    News • 3/2/2017
    ...till thrives in the mountains of Cusco and city of Lima. He also spoke to his personal experience traveling to villages and playing with the indigenous people. Students adventuring to Peru this summer were very fortunate to have the opportunity to learn more about Peruvian culture before their tr ...
  • Where in the world are Poly alumni?
    News • 11/5/2015
    ... ips offered to Upper School students and exciting summer professional development programs for teachers abroad, Poly wants to take the opportunities during these travels to connect with alumni and friends around the world. *The map to the right shows where some Poly alumni are currently living i ...
  • Alumni Association celebrates volunteers and board members
    News • 8/28/2015
    On a beautifully clear summer evening, 40 Alumni Board members and volunteers gathered in Erdman Courtyard on the South Campus to be honored at the Alumni Association’s Annual Appreciation Dinner .
  • Summer greetings from the College Counseling Office
    News • 6/14/2013
    ... ndez will be in the College Counseling Office all summer; emails and phone calls should be directed to her at ihernandez@polytechnic.org or 626-396-6622. She will be in regular contact with the counselors and is happy to assist students and parents. ; While counselors and students alike benefit ...
  • What to do if you're on a waitlist
    News • 4/18/2013
    ... released after May 1 and may continue through the summer months. After May 1, it can take a few days for colleges to tabulate their acceptances and determine which institutional priorities might be met in extending a waitlist offer. Depending on their calculated enrollment numbers, colleges will ...
  • Summer practices in full swing
    News • 6/15/2012
    ... Monday, June 18, most Poly teams practicing this summer will have started workouts. Teams include football, girls volleyball, boys and girls water polo, boys and girls basketball, boys and girls soccer, and boys and girls swimming. Boys and girls cross country will begin workouts July 23. Incom ...
  • Essay Writing Workshop
    News • 7/12/2011
    ... are hosting one of these workshops at the end of summer, on Tuesday, August 23rd and Wednesday, August 24th from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. in the College Counseling classroom. The first day will be dedicated to brainstorming and outlining, and the second day will focus on refining. This is an opt ...
  • College Counseling Class
    News • 3/18/2011
    We thought you might like to know what your students have been focusing on in their college class since our last newsletter. Read on for our class update.
  • Looking Ahead to the Spring
    News • 10/6/2009
    ... ame together to form an American Legion team this summer for the first time in over 20 years. Returning Varsity and JV players combined talents with baseball players from San Marino High School under the tutelage of Mack Paciorek and Jeremy Cardenas. In June and early July, the team gained valua ...
  • 2009 Beijing: Day Two
    News • 3/22/2009
    Making Memorable (and Beautiful) Music
  • Sienna L. ’23 Participates in Caltech's Summer Research Connection
    News • 9/15/2022
    This past summer, Sienna L. ’23 participated in Caltech’s Summer Research Connection (SRC) and was paired with a geology lab to conduct research. PolyNews spoke with Sienna about her summer and what she learned from the experience.  How did you come to be involved with the Caltech S ...
  • PolySummer Courses: Eighth Grade
    ... eeks/ Sessions 1 & 2 Cost: $330 Read More PolySummer Tennis Instructor: Tim Pawley Grade(s): 3-8 Period: AB - Double Period Class Duration: 3 weeks / Session 1 or 2 Cost: $660 Read More Polytechnic tennis camp w Head Tennis Coach Instructor: Tim Pawley Grade(s): 3-8 Period: AB Duration: 3 we ...
  • PolySummer Courses: Sixth Grade
    ... eeks/ Sessions 1 & 2 Cost: $330 Read More PolySummer Tennis Instructor: Tim Pawley Grade(s): 3-8 Period: AB - Double Period Class Duration: 3 weeks / Session 1 or 2 Cost: $660 Read More Polytechnic tennis camp w Head Tennis Coach Instructor: Tim Pawley Grade(s): 3-8 Period: AB Duration: 3 we ...
  • PolySummer Courses: Seventh Grade
    ... eeks/ Sessions 1 & 2 Cost: $330 Read More PolySummer Tennis Instructor: Tim Pawley Grade(s): 3-8 Period: AB - Double Period Class Duration: 3 weeks / Session 1 or 2 Cost: $660 Read More Polytechnic tennis camp w Head Tennis Coach Instructor: Tim Pawley Grade(s): 3-8 Period: AB Duration: 3 we ...
  • Q&A With Caitlin Latta ’07, Poly Alumni Board Philanthropy Chair
    News • 3/3/2025
    ... t several institutions across the country. In the summers, she acts as an assistant director at Jameson Ranch Camp, a children's summer camp in the Southern Sierras. She lives in Pasadena with her husband, Ryan Griffith, and their chickens. She holds a BA in Spanish from Claremont McKenna Colleg ...
  • Poly Students Win Scholastic Arts & Writing Awards
    News • 3/1/2022
    ... ester, and I've applied to a writing camp for the summer. I'm also really thankful that the English II curriculum allowed us to experiment with different poetry forms (sonnets, sestinas, etc). However, the decision to actually pursue writing/English in college is less certain. I'm considering a ...
  • James G. ’23 Competes on Guam Men’s National Soccer Team
    News • 10/1/2021
    ... was born and raised on Guam, and we go back every summer.  The summer before my freshman year, I trained with Guam’s U16 National Team and was fortunate enough to be invited to play on the Men’s U16 team at the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) U16 Championship 2020 Qualifiers ...
  • Back to School Divisional Information
    News • 8/16/2021
    ... of other return-to-school information through our summer emails. In case you missed those messages, or to review their contents again, please visit the links below. Welcome Letter from US Director Ara Brown US Special Schedules for the First Few Days of School 9th Grade Dean's Letter 10th Grade ...
  • Interview With Poly Teacher and 9th/10th Grade Dean Aquita Winslow
    News • 7/15/2020
    ... 8217;m not going back, and I don’t have PolySummer, and I don’t have practice. It feels good to be done with high school but I miss a lot of the people. Aaron, what are your plans for the summer? Just working out, taking a trip with a couple of my friends to Big Bear. I had planned t ...
  • History
    News • 5/7/2019
    In the summer of 1999, my family and I watched the Women's World Cup religiously. My daughter had turned 6 years old in March, and my son had just turned 4. They knew the names of every player on the U.S. team with the same zeal that I had while watching my beloved Red Sox when I was their age. The ...
  • CampusConnect: news and happenings at today’s Poly
    News • 11/5/2014
    ... mends. “They have worked very hard over the summer and fall months to prepare themselves and that hard work is paying off.” Tonight, Varsity Football kicks off its final regular season game against longtime rival Flintridge Prep. This exciting contest takes place under the lights at ...
  • Poly alumni spend summer interning with Partnership for Success!
    News • 7/30/2014
    ... e, PFS! works with students for eight consecutive summers, from fifth through 12th grade, focusing on the math and English skills of participants, while also providing academic enrichment classes and field trip opportunities. We had the chance to catch up with three recent Poly alumni who shared ...
  • Reminder to complete online health forms by July 15
    News • 6/17/2014
    ... pper School student who plans to participate in a summer athletic team practice should submit his or her student health records prior to the start of practice. In addition, please note: Poly requires all Middle and Upper School students to have an annual physical even if the pediatrician does no ...
  • Geoffrey McQuilkin '87's inspired journey from Poly to Mono Lake
    News • 10/3/2013
    ... mmittee in 1992. They still welcome interns every summer. ; Thinking back on his journey from Poly to Mono Lake, Geoff advises that young people find things they are personally and passionately interested in and get involved. “In the non-profit, conversation world, you have to show up and ...
  • Reunions for Classes of 2009 and 2004 set for Dec. 22
    News • 7/31/2013
    ...uffle? That’s what this 5-year reunion is going to be like for me. My high school friends are my greatest hits, and amidst all of the change that we have all gone through in the past five years, as soon as this song comes on, I’m going to remember all the words as if nothing has chang ...
  • Alumni Voices: Summer days on campus
    News • 7/3/2013
    ... est alumni, Ben Smith ’13 , is spending his summer as a teacher’s assistant in the Poly Summer Program. Before he heads off to George Washington University to study political science and international affairs, giving back to the Poly community was at the top of Ben’s to-do list ...
  • Spring Trips
    News • 4/9/2013
    ... sites, including the Forbidden City, the imperial Summer Palace, and the Matianyu section of the Great Wall. Students had an opportunity to contrast these historical sites with their observations of contemporary China; we took a tour of a Beijing hutong, checked out the Olympic Village, played g ...
  • What to do if you are waitlisted
    News • 3/4/2013
    ...d know that waitlist news is typically released after May 1, and may continue through the summer months. Depending on their calculated enrollment numbers, colleges will either extend offers from the waitlist or continue waiting to see if there is space available, as they experience some summer me ...
  • July 22- Day 9
    News • 7/22/2011
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    News • 7/21/2011
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    News • 7/19/2011
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  • Summer Programs courses now listed
    News • 3/14/2011
    Due to construction on campus, Poly's Summer Programs will again be limited in 2011, with priority given to Poly students. Registration will begin on March 30. Courses will run June 20 through July 15. Courses include: Writing Reinforcement for Middle School (for students entering grades 6-8) Beyond ...
  • PEP Spring Break Camp 2025 Infuses Sustainability and Fun
    News • 4/15/2025
    ... Spring Break for years to come. Extended Day and Summer Programs Coordinator Tim Huang reflected on the magic of watching students dive into hands-on learning: “Obviously, they could build stuff with Minecraft, Roblox, or any of those digital construction games. But to see them actually t ...
  • Good days, sunshine
    News • 8/2/2019
    The summer months bring a respite for Poly’s faculty who find themselves embarking on both extraordinary and everyday adventures. We caught up with Grace Hamilton, Richard White, and the recently retired Stuart Freed to hear about how they are spending their summers. Grace Hamilton has served ...
  • Campus Connect – Get to know the expanding Poly Experience Fund
    News • 3/1/2019
    ... ing donor interest in supporting experiences like summer internships, Global Initiatives Program trips, and other significant opportunities for students will expand fund’s reach and long-term benefits. “We are excited to hear many Poly alumni also recognize the great value of growing ...
  • Third-graders spend week with Chinese counterparts
    News • 3/27/2015
    ... were excited to share their experiences this past summer on their educational tour of China. In preparation for the Chaoyang visit, the third-graders read non-fiction books about China, practiced their multiples of 6 using Chinese currency, participated on a walking tour of Chinatown, explored t ...
  • Two alumnae join Poly’s faculty and staff for the 2014-15 school year
    News • 9/4/2014
    ... April and became the Assistant Coordinator of the Summer and After School Programs in August. In this role, Julita is helping implement the new bus and after school enrichment programs, as well as assisting with the Poly Summer program, where she had the opportunity to teach a survival skills cl ...
  • Make a note of college essay workshop dates and deadlines
    News • 6/14/2013
    ... additional cost.) ; The workshop schedule for the summer workshops is as follows: ; Day 1: Monday, Aug. 19 11 a.m. — ;Presentation on the college essay from an admissions officer, Upper School Library Noon to 6 p.m. — ;Small group writing sessions in one-hour slots ( reservations ; r ...
  • Events in the area
    News • 12/5/2012
    Read more for details on two events happening in the area. UCLA's School of Theater, Film and Television information session ; National Portfolio Day
  • Scholarships
    News • 9/2/2011
    Each year, the college counseling office receives scholarships from different institutions. The following scholarships are by nomination only, however, if a student is interested in applying and feels he or she meets the program requirements, please notify Ms. Kupchyan by Friday, Sept. 17 so that we ...
  • Volleyball girls are hitting it hard this summer!
    News • 7/16/2009
    ... Volleyball team members are enjoying a successful summer! The sophomores, juniors and seniors are practicing 10:00 am-12:00 pm and freshmen practice 11:30 am-1:00 pm daily. Both groups are competing in the Volleyball Summer League at Crescenta Valley High School. Freshmen play Tuesday nights and ...
  • Poly Extended Program (PEP)
    ...ly passes for $15.00. Should you have any questions, please contact the PEP team at 626-396-6316 or pep@polytechnic.org . Contact PEP List of 2 members. Kevin Austin Assistant Director of Extended and Summer Programs 626-396-6309 Jon Fay Director of PolySummer and Extended Day Programs 626-396-63 ...
  • Poly Event Calendar
    ...hood Interest Admission Alumni Arts Athletics Video Room Commencement Community Daily Rotation Featured Innovation Studio Lower School Maintenance & Operations Middle School Poly Poly Extended Program PolyGlobal PolySummer Promotion Public Summer School Upper School Select All Clear All Refre ...
  • PolySummer Students Don't Want the Fun to End
    News • 9/15/2021
    More than 650 students participated in PolySummer! Students could take courses including coding, learning and playing chess, storytelling through Disney and Pixar films, and much more. Read on for highlights from some of our teachers. Maya Silai: Yoga as a Gateway to Creativity and Intuition  F ...
  • Beyond the Classroom: Students take advantage of summer pursuits
    News • 9/12/2017
    ... the educational experience at Poly. For many, the summer months provide a respite from the busy academic year and set the stage for such pursuits. “Summer opportunities of all sorts offer students the time and place to focus on a field they would like to explore further or the chance to im ...
  • Reminders
    News • 12/5/2012
    The following is a quick recap of some of the most important tasks that parents and students need to be completing for the regular round of applications. For a more detailed checklist, students and parents should access the Naviance checklist under the “About Me” tab. Financial Aid: Chec ...
  • Off-campus college representative visits and/or college program opportunities
    News • 10/1/2012
    The College Counseling office would like to pass on invitations to local college visits. ; Read on for an updated list.
  • Catalina Avenue street improvements continue
    News • 6/15/2012
    ... ll a new line on the west side of the street this summer. The Catalina homeowners have long wanted this improvement, and we are pleased to adjust our street improvement schedule to accommodate the city's plan to install the line. Here is the schedule as it currently stands: June 18-19 (Monday/Tu ...
  • Moving Around and Moving In: New Faculty & Staff Bios 2024-2025
    News • 8/15/2024
    ... m on campus. Tim Huang joins our After School and Summer Programs as our new Assistant to the Director of Summer and Extended Day Programs. Tim comes to us from The UPS Store, where he served as a Sales Associate. In this role, Tim exhibited exemplary customer service and provided guests with th ...
  • New Faculty and Staff: Moving Around, Moving In 2022-2023
    News • 8/15/2022
    ... logy since he was in the eighth grade and was our Summer School Teaching Assistant. He taught two to four introductory computer science classes each summer for young students in grades three through sixth. Cyril has assumed a multitude of increasing responsibilities in the Tech Department that i ...
  • History
    ... dents 1990 Skills Enrichment Program founded as a summer outreach program for public school students 1998 Sarah L. Levine installed as head of school 2001 Hixon Internship Program established as mentorship program for Pasadena Community College students pursuing a teaching career 2002 Deborah E. ...
  • Privacy and Terms
    ... #160;|  Website Terms of Service CampBrain - Summer program registration and enrollment management Privacy Policy |  Terms of Service   FACTS - Tuition and billing management Privacy Policy |  Terms of Service   Google Workspace for Education  - Employee and student ...
  • Admission FAQ
    ... inquiry once event dates have been posted in late summer. These optional events have no bearing on the final admission decision. To view our virtual campus tour, click here. How many new students enter the school each year? Each year, we expect approximately 45 openings in kindergarten, 20-25 in ...
  • Welcome to Poly: Moving Around and Moving In
    News • 8/16/2021
    ... ined Poly as the assistant to the director of PolySummer and Extended Day Program. Before coming to Poly, Jackie served as a teacher intern at Saint Mark's School in Altadena; she brings valuable experience and skill to this position. We are very excited to welcome Jackie officially as part of t ...
  • Panther Paths: Hannah Kim Frank '05
    News • 6/3/2020
    ... fessor at Tulane University in New Orleans in the summer. I conduct scientific research which means I do a lot of reading, thinking about questions I want to answer and then spending time in the field, at the laboratory bench and at my computer answering those questions and writing up the answer ...
  • Panther Paths: Lindsey (Sasaki) Kogasaka ‘96
    News • 1/13/2021
    On January 13, Lindsey (Sasaki) Kogasaka ‘96 joined Upper School students for our January PolyConnect speaker session. Lindsey is currently the assistant director of the Office of Study Abroad at Pomona College and the senior research associate at The Nippon Foundation.
  • How to Apply
    ... nish in 7th grade will be asked to participate in summer coursework prior to the start of 8th grade at Poly. Middle school applications for the 2025-2026 school year are no longer available as the deadline has passed. Supporting documents (statements, transcripts, etc.) for grades K-12 are due b ...
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