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In an age racing toward artificial intelligence, one of the most radical things a school can do is remain intensely human. Sometimes this means being a spiritual gangster.
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Welcome to The Grauer School!
As a premier independent private school in San Diego, we are steadfastly dedicated to preparing tomorrow’s leaders for roles in our global community. The Grauer School was founded in 1991 by Dr. Stuart Grauer to provide teens with an environment to develop their own empowered voices. Our green, six-acre campus in Encinitas, California offers diverse programs accommodating approximately 160 students in grades seven through 12.
Our Socratic learning environment allows our students to stand on their own two feet while developing critical thinking skills necessary to meet the unique challenges of a rapidly changing society and world. Our curriculum allows students the flexibility to take classes for fun, learn how to make mistakes, become confident pursuing their passions, and ultimately follow their hearts doing things they are drawn to, rather than plotting out preordained or controlled paths they have little or no control over.
At The Grauer School, we believe our students achieve more enduring outcomes by cultivating independent thinking faculties necessary for self-empowerment, which includes forming core values like personal motivation, freedom, and courage. Our innovative curriculum has resulted in many students matriculating to the nation’s finest colleges and universities. As an inclusive independent school committed to celebrating diversity in all forms, we welcome students of many cultural and social backgrounds throughout the United States and across the globe.
A visit here could easily change the way you see great education
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The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday, August 18, was filled with smiles and hugs as students greeted their friends and teachers. As classes began, teachers introduced new students, invited everyone to share stories about their summers, and shared syllabi and schedules.
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Grauer faculty and staff spent the day at Paradise Point in Mission Bay to build connections, overcome obstacles, and bond as a team. The group participated in a series of Survivor Team challenges where they had to work together to accomplish team goals.
An Inclusive Independent Private School in San Diego
96% Acceptance rate to the
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176 Sister schools worldwide
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41Countries students
have traveled to on expeditions
Top 10 Places to work in the U.S.
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70% Student body participation in team sports
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Parent Information Sessions will take place from 9:00am to 10:00am in The Justice Center, and will provide an opportunity for you to ask grade-level specific questions in an informal setting to better understand our programs and how they are designed to help your teen grow, succeed, and thrive. We hope to see you there!
- Wednesday, September 16 - Navigating the 12th Grade Year: College Planning, Senior Activities, and Graduation
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We will be operating under an Odd Friday schedule today. Students will attend periods 1, 3, 7, and 5.
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The Grauer Literary Society will be holding their first meeting of the school year on Friday, September 18 at Noon in the Hearst Tower (on top of the Justice Center). The book they will be discussing is "Land" by Maggie O'Farrell. Current & Alumni Parents - please contact Sheila Wirick if you'd like to attend the meeting.
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The Middle School ASB is excited to host their first Middle School event of the school year! All Middle Schoolers are invited to celebrate the beginning of the year at the Back-To-School Beach Party on Friday, September 18, from 3:00-6:00pm at Moonlight State Beach in Encinitas. Everyone will be enjoying pizza, snacks, games, and competitions. Students should bring a bathing suit and towel if they plan on swimming. The group will set up in front of the lifeguard tower. Teacher chaperones (including MS ASB advisors Paul-Michael Ogburn and Paige Prindle) will be transporting students to the beach in school vans at 3:00pm, and students will return to campus for pickup at 6:00pm. Contact Paul-Michael or Paige with any questions.
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All current parents are invited to join the monthly Parent Association Meetings, held at 9:00am in Meyer Hall.
Monthly Topic: Welcome to all of our new and returning parents!
PA President: Emily Aguilar
Faculty Lead: Lindsay Zickler
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We will be operating under an Even Friday schedule today. Students will attend periods 2, 4, 6, and 5.
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Students will be traveling to destinations across the United States and around the world on their Fall Expeditions, during the week of September 28 to October 2. Some trips have extended dates. Expeditionary Learning Faculty Lead: Patricia Young.
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Students will be traveling to destinations across the United States and around the world on their Fall Expeditions, during the week of September 28 to October 2. Some trips have extended dates. Expeditionary Learning Faculty Lead: Patricia Young.
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Students will be traveling to destinations across the United States and around the world on their Fall Expeditions, during the week of September 28 to October 2. Some trips have extended dates. Expeditionary Learning Faculty Lead: Patricia Young.
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Students will be traveling to destinations across the United States and around the world on their Fall Expeditions, during the week of September 28 to October 2. Some trips have extended dates. Expeditionary Learning Faculty Lead: Patricia Young.
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The Grauer School's Admission and Financial Aid Applications are now available online. Click here to learn more and submit your application. Faculty Leads: Dr. Tricia Valeski and Akemi Dyer.