Well-known actor Luke Wilson visited our campus and talked with the High School Theatre Department students. He answered questions from the students about what it is really like to be a working actor, and gave advice on the acting, writing, and directing world.
From Erin Langen, Theatre Arts Teacher:
Well-known actor Luke Wilson visited our campus and talked with the High School Theatre Department students on Wednesday, May 6. He was greeted by Erin Langen, who invited him to an all-class warm-up and the practice of improvisation. Following the fun, some of the musicians from Isaac Langen and Tom Hopper's class joined in for some Q&A. He answered questions from the students about what it is really like to be a working actor. The students asked questions about what he does to prepare for a role, what was his most challenging role, who are some other actors that he admires, how did he get his start in acting, and more. He was very informative and kind with his responses, giving the students real insights into his journey through the acting business. He inspired students to follow their passions and surround themselves with others who share those passions. It was fascinating for our students to hear from him on so many aspects of the acting, writing, and directing world. He also brought his dog, who was a big hit with the students!
What if one of the greatest gifts a school can give its students has nothing to do with diplomas or college admissions? Please read this letter with your graduating family and friends.
Narrative psychology examines the value of stories and storytelling in giving meaning to people’s experiences. In Psychology class, students’ final projects involve making a narrative tree, or a “tree of life”.
Students in Dance PE class presented a Jazz Dance performance for friends and families. The students spent months developing their jazz dance technique, and then several weeks rehearsing the two dances shown in the performance.
11th and 12th Grade mentors were matched with Middle School students early in the school year. We celebrated the end of a very successful mentoring year with a pizza party!
Grauer Yearbooks were distributed by the Yearbook team during lunchtime on June 3. Thanks to the 2025-2026 Yearbook team for all of their hard work in creating The Grauer School's annual yearbook with the theme of the "A Year in Color."
I was invited to headline this year’s Encinitas Mayor's Prayer Breakfast despite possessing no known qualifications for such a charge. Here are a few blessings from a school founder who has learned that discovery begins where certainty ends.
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