Public Events
Information about Open Houses is available by clicking here or on the Open House tab on your left. Music and drama performances are a wonderful way to experience outstanding student talents—check the school calendar or go here for performance information.
Upcoming Events
There are no upcoming events listed at this time. Check back soon for information on public events in the 2011-2012 school year.
Previous 2010-2011 Events
Summer Course: American Sign Language
June 20, 2011 – July 28, 2011
Mon – Thurs, 10am – 2pm
Kirby School
425 Encinal St in Santa Cruz
Level One: American Sign Language
The course will be taught by Cabrillo College ASL teacher, Mo Moscovitz. The course, equivalent to Level One ASL at Cabrillo College, is primarily offered for high school students, but others in the Community are welcome to enroll.
Tuition: $1200 ($950 for Kirby Families)
To enroll: contact Linda Sullivan, Business Manager, Kirby School
831-423-0658×204 or lsullivan@kirby.org
Beach Clean-up at Natural Bridges
Sunday, May 22, 2011 9am-11am
Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz
Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School is leading a beach clean-up at Natural Bridges State Beach on Sunday, May 22nd. The clean-up is student-led and organized, and Santa Cruz community members are encouraged to show their support by joining the students in their efforts. Help us work to keep this local treasure clean and prevent trash and debris from entering the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Pick-up equipment will be provided, but volunteers are also welcome to bring their own gloves, buckets and reusable bags. For more information on the event, please call (831) 423-0658×310.
Mobile Blood Drive at Kirby
Friday, May 6, 2011 12pm-4pm
Great Hall at Kirby, 425 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz
Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School is teaming up with the Stanford Blood Center to host a Mobile Blood Drive. For more information on the Stanford Blood Center visit http://bloodcenter.stanford.edu or click here to schedule an appointment for our May 6th drive.
Free Film Event:
Race to Nowhere: The Dark Side of America’s Achievement Culture
7pm Thursday, November 4
Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel (at Seabright), Santa Cruz
“As educators, our mission is to provide our students with a vibrant education that fully prepares them for admission to, and success at, college while valuing their health and happiness. These need not be mutually exclusive; instead, both – along with fostering critical thinking skills and creative expression – nurture an enthusiasm for lifelong learning. Race to Nowhere provides a meaningful voice in advocating for students’ well-being.” Dr. Joshua Karter, Kirby’s Head of School.
Evening Seminar: “Keeping up with Internet Safety: Talking to Your Child about Cyber Security, Cyber Citizenship & Personal Safety” – co-hosted by Kirby and Gateway Schools
Tuesday, November 2 at 7pm
Great Hall at Kirby, 425 Encinal Street, Santa Cruz
Cyber Safety expert Lori Getz provides resources for parents and teachers to talk with children about Cyber Security and navigating the Internet safely and securely. Ms. Getz is the founder and director of Cyber Education Consultants (www.yourcec.org) in Los Angeles and has developed a Cyber Education curriculum for schools throughout California. Admission is free.
Evening Seminar: Enrichment Programs for Gifted Students
Monday, October 25, 2010 at 7pm
Great Hall at Kirby, 425 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz
Parents with an interest in gifted and talented programs are encouraged to attend this free informational meeting. A representative from the John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth will present information about testing and the enrichment programs for gifted children in grades 2 through 8. For more information on CTY programs go to www.cty.jhu.edu. Admission is free.
