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Centennial Campaign

To propel forward,
we need your investment.

Giving beyond tuition makes a world of difference.

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Make your impact.

La Jolla Country Day School is thrilled to announce our Centennial campaign, which will focus on three bold priorities - all designed to empower and benefit every Country Day student.

PLACES THAT DRIVE DISTINCTION
PROGRAMS THAT PREPARE LEADERS
PEOPLE WHO DEFINE EXTRAORDINARY

We’re asking you to stretch beyond your gifts to the Country Day Fund and Blue Bash, and dream boldly about investing in The Hub. Please consider how your generosity can advance all three priorities. Your support will ensure The Hub opens in 2026, ready to inspire generations of Torreys.

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GIVE NOW
PLACES

GIVE FOR PLACES

 for Human Impact

THE HUB

The Hub boldly empowers Torreys to connect their knowledge to their impact. The human-centered learning commons will benefit students of every age by fostering innovation, collaboration, and real-world problem solving.

EXPLORE THE HUB

NAMING OPPORTUNITIES

Name a space to transform our next 100 years.

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CENTENNIAL WALL

Wood Medallions
starting at $1,926.

Colorful steps with name labels for Mr. & Mrs. Vic Albertazzi, Mr. George Altamura, Mr. & Mrs. Paul Battisti, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Bennett, Mr. & Mrs. Harold Bratton, and Mr. & Mrs. Vic Albertazzi, with two children walking upstairs and a person walking downstairs in a modern building with palm trees outside.

TOGETHER WE RISE STAIRCASE

Steps for $25,000
over three years.

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INSPIRED LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS

Starting at $50,000
over three years.

VIEW ALL NAMING OPPORTUNITIES
PROGRAMS

GIVE FOR PROGRAMS

The Country Day
Annual Fund

A dynamic blend of programs elevates learning beyond the classroom, inspiring students to set new standards.

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Experiential and Global Education

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Theater Productions

Athletic Leadership Program

VIEW BENEFICIAL GIVING STRATEGIES

Your gift makes more possible.

PEOPLE

GIVE FOR PEOPLE

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Faculty Professional Development & Student Financial Assistance

Inspired teachers and motivated peers ensure that students broaden their perspectives and achieve their fullest potential.

Participate in Blue Bash

MEET THE CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE

  • A smiling woman with shoulder-length brown hair wearing a blue strapless dress with a white floral pattern, standing outdoors with blurred greenery and yellow flowers in the background.

    Merritt Rosen Brizolis ’05

    Co-Chair
    P ’35 ’37

  • Headshot of a smiling woman with long brown hair, wearing a purple top and black cardigan, outdoor background with greenery and a wooden structure.

    Lucy Smith Conroy ’90

    Co-Chair
    P ’24 ’25 ’35

  • A smiling man walking along the beach with ocean waves in the background.

    Joshua Church ’13

  • A woman in a black blazer and blue blouse standing with crossed arms in an office building with glass walls.

    Karen Deschaine

    P ’19 ’21

  • A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair smiling, wearing a teal top, indoors with a window in the background.

    Holly DuBois ’97

    P ’26 ’28 ’33

  • A woman with shoulder-length brown hair, smiling, outdoors with blurred greenery background.

    Susan Mandel

     P ’21 ’30 ’30

  • Professional man in a navy suit and white shirt standing outdoors with a blurred background.

    Rob McRae

    P ’35

  • A smiling blonde woman in a black blazer and colorful striped blouse, standing outdoors with greenery in the background.

    Amy Mischler ’91

    P ’30

  • A smiling woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing glasses and a green button-up dress with a tied waist, posing in front of a dark brown wooden background.

    Jennifer O’Brien

    P ’23 ’25

  • Headshot of a smiling woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a light gray blazer and black top against a gray background.

    Erin Spiewak

    P ’36

  • Professional headshot of a man in a blue suit and tie smiling against a gray background.

    Sid Voorakkara

    P ’36

  • A woman with dark brown hair and a white shirt smiling outdoors in front of purple flowering trees.

    Lilli-Mari Andresen

    P ’25

  • A woman with dark, wavy hair smiling outdoors in front of purple flowering bushes, wearing a teal top with ruffled sleeves.

    Lindsay McCreary

    P ’37

  • A smiling man wearing a blue Nike polo shirt with a logo that says 'La Jolla Country Day School' leaning against a brick wall outdoors.

    Geordie Mitchell

  • A woman with light-colored hair smiling outdoors, wearing a black shirt and a blue shawl over her shoulders, with trees and greenery in the background.

    Colleen O’Boyle

    P ’34

  • A middle-aged man in a plaid blazer and white shirt standing outdoors, smiling, with a blurred background of trees and a building.

    Jeff Terwin, Ph.D.

Explore More from the Committee

Anything is possible when we come together.

VOICES

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“We’ve been blessed to be part of a school community that values the dignity and diversity of all people. In an ever changing world, LJCDS is committed to preparing our children and families to contribute to society, and The Hub for Human Impact embodies this vision. It is more than a building - it is a future made possible by its community coming together, creating a space for young imagineers to capitalize on unique opportunities through collaboration, innovation, discovery, and creation. We could not be more excited for our students as they expand their understanding and move forward into the world.” 

Muniba and Faisel Khan
Rayaan ’33, Emaan ’35 and Marjan ’38

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“We are beyond fortunate to be able to send our children to a school with a visionary mindset. The Hub for Human Impact will provide students with an unparalleled opportunity to become independent problem-solvers and purposeful innovators. We are proud to invest in such an important and impactful campaign.”

Merritt Rosen Brizolis ’05 and Alex Brizolis ’01
Theo ’35, Zander ’37 and Coco

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“LJCDS is a special place where students can explore their creativity, apply their classroom knowledge, and develop their technical skills to solve real world problems. The school has had an extraordinary impact on the lives of so many students and we are excited to invest in more of what’s possible with The Hub.”

Corinna and Patrick Casey
Allison ’24 and Anthony ’28

Campaign Timeline

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June 2025

Community Hall demolition.

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October 21, 2025

True Blue Tuesday
All Torrey Day of Giving

Black and white photo of children holding hands and dancing in a yard outside a house, with a vintage decorated scene celebrating 100 years of LJCDS from 1926 to 2026.

Dec 2025–Feb 2026

Foundation completed.

Centennial Celebration kicks off in January! 

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March 14, 2026

Centennial Blue Bash

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August 2026

Centennial All Class Reunion

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Fall 2026

Completion of The Hub for Human Impact