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Grade 4 Students Serve Community at 9th Annual ‘Santa’s Scottie Village’ Learning Project
St. Margaret’s Fountain Courtyard turned into a shopping extravaganza with books, toys, clothes, pajamas and holiday cheer, the culmination of a service-learning project.Read More -
Lower School Celebrates St. Margaret's Beloved Tradition of Lessons and Carols
Lessons and Carols is one of St. Margaret’s oldest traditions started in the school’s first year in December 1979.Read More -
PHOTOS: Early School Students Capture the Spirit of the Season
St. Margaret’s Early School students captured the story of Christmas retelling the cherished story of Jesus' birth at the Early School Christmas Program.Read More -
Theme of Joy Resonates in Student Art on St. Margaret’s 2024 Christmas Card
This year, students were asked to consider a main theme of “joy” along with holiday messages of community, hope, gratitude, family and peace among all people.Read More -
Tartans Celebrate League Win Over Warriors
St. Margaret's boys soccer secured its first league win Friday.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Students Shine at 2024 Winter Instrumental and Choral Concert
The 2024 Winter Instrumental and Choral Concert featured musical talents of more than 220 students in choir, band and orchestra ensembles.Read More -
College Counseling Team Meets With Class of 2026 and Families
The St. Margaret’s College Counseling team recently hosted an informative session as the college admissions process comes into focus.Read More -
Boys Basketball Grinds Grizzlies 58-52
The Tartans picked up a hard-fought win Wednesday.Read More -
St. Margaret's Partners With Special Camp for Educational Touchpoints as Part of All-School Service Learning Project
This year’s partnership is with Special Camp, an organization hosted by St. Margaret’s which brings youth with disabilities together with counselors.Read More -
Tartan Girls Basketball Downs Patriots 66-57
St. Margaret's shines in non-league contest.Read More -
Large Tartan Delegation Attends and Presents at NAIS People of Color Conference
St. Margaret’s has been part of the People of Color Conference for many years, advancing St. Margaret’s work around its Core Value of Equity and Inclusion.Read More -
Tartan Community Kicks Off Holiday Season at PTF Tree Lighting Ceremony
Joy filled the air as the Tartan community cherished a holiday tradition at the annual PTF Tree Lighting Ceremony.Read More -
Tartans Thrive Update: Groundbreaking Ceremony for the St. Margaret’s Commons Scheduled!
St. Margaret’s is excited to announce an all-school groundbreaking ceremony, as progress continues on the transformational campus space.Read More -
Winter Dance Concert Spotlights Tartan Talent
The hard work and creativity of more than 50 talented Tartans delighted the audience with a dazzling show.Read More -
How the Early School Empowers Young Learners Through Movement
Stepping into the Outdoor Classroom motor area, students are seen engaging in physical activities that build strength and resilience.Read More -
Tartan Basketball Programs Battle in Early Season Contests
St. Margaret's has found success on the hardwood.Read More -
Creativity, Choice and Student Voice: The Strength of Grade 6 Reading and Writing at St. Margaret’s
St. Margaret's grade 6 reading and writing classes work closely together to foster a love of learning and prepare students for the remainder of their academic journeys.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Students Recognized for Remarkable Musical Excellence
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Upper School Students Thriving in Debate, Model UN and Robotics Competitions
St. Margaret’s Upper School students have been traveling to competitions across Southern California in a variety of Upper School clubs and competitive teams.Read More -
Back-to-Back CIF Championships for St. Margaret's Girls Cross Country
The Tartan girls notch their fourth title in six years, while the boys are runners-up.Read More -
Tartan Boys Basketball Knocks Down Eagles at Intuit Dome
St. Margaret's picked up its first win on a grand stage.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Day Brings Tartans Together to Celebrate School’s Namesake and History
The joyful ceremony included readings and prayers by St. Margaret’s chaplains and students, as well as performances by St. Margaret’s band, orchestra and choir students.Read More -
Holocaust Survivor Shares Powerful Life Story With St. Margaret’s Students
Mrs. Hermann is a St. Margaret's grandparent who shared her incredible life story during a question-and-answer session with students.Read More -
Middle School Students Put Magical Twist on Beauty and the Beast
The magic of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast came to life on stage with more than 60 talented Middle School students in Hurlbut Theater to tell the tale as old as time in a fantastic adaptation.Read More -
PTF Book Fair Welcomes Readers of All Ages
Students and families stopped by to browse the many offerings of books at the PTF Book Fair.Read More -
Seeds of Sustainability: Lower School Students Explore Regenerative Farming
The Lower School students' field trip served as an introduction to connecting sustainable agriculture within the Global Goal of zero hunger.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Extension Programs Build Connections and Learning Across Grade Levels
Extension Programs at St. Margaret's are designed to provide engaging activities that foster personal growth, build connections among students, and enhance the overall educational experience.Read More -
Tartan Cross Country Teams Keep Their CIF Finals Streaks Alive
St. Margaret's is on to the CIF-SS Finals on Nov. 23.Read More -
Buddy Program Brings Together Lower School Students for Year of Connection
The Buddy Program partners younger Lower School students with older ones, one-on-one for a year of connection.Read More -
Early Childhood Educators Share Innovative Approaches at NAEYC Conference
Early childhood educators gathered at NAEYC Conference to share innovative approaches to teaching and learning.Read More -
Grade 1 Students Explore the Deep Blue at The Ocean Institute
St. Margaret’s grade 1 students took a field trip to The Ocean Institute in Dana Point—a visit that expanded their learning of science.Read More -
Middle School Girls Volleyball Team Wins PAL Championship
The Tartans will hang their fifth championship banner.Read More -
Grade 6 Students Develop Life Skills Through Hands-On Archaeology Interview Coaching Project
The archaeology interview project applies students’ understanding of the field of archaeology into a simulated job search, complete with the creation of a resume and a one-on-one interview.Read More -
Honoring Heroes: Lower School Hosts Veterans Day Chapel Ceremony
Divisions took time to reflect on the meaning of Veterans Day during Chapel.Read More -
Tartan Girls Tennis Advances to CIF-SS Second Round
St. Margaret's relied on clutch singles play in the 13-5 win.Read More -
Tartans Deliver in the Pacific Hills Cross Country Finals to Advance to the CIF Prelims
St. Margaret's boasts a team title and two individual league champs.Read More -
Tartan Community Comes Together for Unforgettable Evening at Forever Plaid: Casino Noir
More than 450 members of the St. Margaret’s community attended the event at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach.Read More -
Girls Golf Captures Runner-Up Spot at CIF-SS Div. II Tournament
The Tartans clawed their way from 18th to 2nd place on Monday.Read More -
St. Margaret's Surf Team Edges Crean Lutheran 55-37
The Tartans competed well in an early-season win.Read More -
Tartan Football Tames Lions 48-0
St. Margaret's wrapped up the league season with a win over Westminster.Read More -
All-School Pep Rally Energizes Tartan Community
The all-school event energized the student body ahead of the big Homecoming football game against Westminster.Read More -
FrightFEST Puts Talented Tartan Artists in the Spotlight
The annual Halloween-inspired arts showcase took place in the Darcy Rice Center for the Arts.Read More -
The Cast of the Upper School Play The Great Gatsby Performs to Sold-Out Audiences
The four sold-out performances included incredible acting as well as impressive production numbers.Read More -
Tartan Girls Golf Battles at CIF-SS Individual Regionals
St. Margaret's advanced a golfer to the SCGA Qualifier on Nov. 7.Read More -
PHOTOS: Halloween Fun at St. Margaret's
St. Margaret's students had a fun Halloween on campus, with parades, carnival games and more.Read More -
Mt. SAC Victory Sets up Postseason Run for Cross Country
The Tartans gear up for a shot at CIF glory.Read More -
Tartan Football Triumphs Over Argonauts 38-8
St. Margaret's was indomitable in the one-sided win this past weekend.Read More -
Girls Tennis Washes Out Breakers 10-8
The Tartans finished league competition with a 4-4 record.Read More -
Red Ribbon Week Spotlights Activities Around Mental Health, Well-Being and Healthy Choices
St. Margaret’s Upper School and Middle School students engaged in a week of activities centered around mental health, well-being and a healthy-choices lifestyle as part of Red Ribbon Week.Read More -
School Leaders Share Insights From St. Margaret’s at National Conferences
Members of St. Margaret’s professional community have shared their expertise at national conferences recently.Read More -
Scottie Snack Cart Nutrition Program Returns to Lower School
The cart is part of a PTF grant for nutrition education and access to whole foods in the Lower School.Read More -
Tartans Trap Wildcats in CIF-SS First-Round Win
St. Margaret's girls volleyball put down a tough opponent 3-2.Read More -
Highlander Excerpt: At St. Margaret’s, Innovation Illuminates the Stage
Performing arts at St. Margaret's has been transformed in recent years, driven by an infusion of innovative and imaginative elements.Read More -
Professional Community Dedicates In-Service Day to Centering Joy in DEI Work
St. Margaret’s professional community engaged in an in-service day centered around joy in diversity, equity and inclusion work at the school.Read More -
Tartan Girls Golf Ends Regular Season on High Note
St. Margaret's downed Woodbridge 200-219 on Thursday.Read More -
Grade 6 Builds Community While Breaking Bread During Heritage Cookbook Project
The heritage cookbook project is an annual interdisciplinary unit exploring family history and cultural traditions centered around food.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Tennis Tops Timberwolves
The Tartans gear up for a run at postseason success.Read More -
Grade 3 Students Lead Tartan Participation in FAM Hunger Walk
A Tartan delegation of students, professional community members and parents participated in the annual fundraiser in San Clemente.Read More -
PTF Parent Up Speaker Series Kicks Off With Inspiring Talk by Jake Olson
Mr. Olson’s powerful message was mixed with humor and inspiration, expressing the importance of faith in his life and encouraging Tartans to not set limits and fight through adversity.Read More -
Tartan Girls Tennis Notch Important League Victories
The Tartans improved their league record this week.Read More -
Lower School Grade 3 Students Explore California Native History
The grade 3 field trip to the Nature Reserve of Rancho Mission Viejo is part of the unit where students explore how indigenous communities interacted with their environments.Read More -
Upper School Students Conduct College-Level Research Through Partnership With UC-Irvine
The partnership between St. Margaret’s and UCI Samueli School of Engineering is now in its 20th year.Read More -
Watch the Film From St. Margaret’s 45th Birthday Party!
This film spotlights a special day in the history of St. Margaret's.Read More -
PHOTOS: Upper School ExEd Block Engages Students in Unique Learning Opportunities
The Upper School ExEd courses are designed to nurture life skills, personal growth and well-being, and allow for learning outside of the regular class structure.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Golf Picks up First League Win Against Woodbridge
The Tartans won 197-210 on Tuesday.Read More -
Tartans Sweep Irvine on Senior Night
St. Margaret's girls volleyball improved to 4-1 in league play.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Dedicates In-Service Day to Accreditation Self-Study Process
St. Margaret’s professional community came together during Monday’s in-service day to take the first significant step in the school’s multi-year accreditation process.Read More -
Upper School and Middle School Clubs Bring Students Together Around Shared Interests
Students have the option to join one or more clubs in their division, where they meet during breaks in the block schedule to further explore a passion, learn a new skill or simply find a community of peers with something in common.Read More -
Tartan Girls Volleyball Battles For 3-2 Win
St. Margaret's bounced back against the Tritons Tuesday.Read More -
Happy Birthday St. Margaret’s! Tartans Celebrate 45th Anniversary With Day of Joyful Fun and Community
The entire student body and professional community gathered on Chalmers Field to celebrate St. Margaret’s storied history and promising future.Read More -
Tartan Achievements: National Merit Recognition, Global Essay Contest and More!
Upper School students have recently been recognized in the National Merit Scholarship program, prestigious essay competitions and leadership initiatives.Read More -
Tartans Thrive Update: New Renderings, Milestones and More!
The momentum around the Tartans Thrive capital campaign and its centerpiece, the St. Margaret’s Commons, continues to build.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Golf Extends Streak with 197-296 Win
The Tartans downed Pacifica Christian on Tuesday.Read More -
Class of 2025 Meet With College Representatives as Application Process Begins
This fall, representatives from more than 100 colleges and universities will visit St. Margaret’s to meet with interested students.Read More -
Early School Students Build Foundation for Literacy Through Play-Based Learning
The science of early literacy development is recognizing that play is not just a form of recreation, but a crucial component of learning.Read More -
PHOTOS: St. Margaret’s Parent Community Connects at the PTF Lady Luck Wine Soiree
The event was a community get-together in support of the upcoming Forever Plaid: Casino Noir all-school fundraiser.Read More -
St. Margaret's Grounds Eagles 28-21
The Tartans relied on a team effort in the win.Read More -
Tartan Cross Country Teams Pacing Themselves Through Tough Competition
St. Margaret's is eyeing a league title and beyond.Read More -
Tartans Erupt in Joy for a Collaborative Science Lesson Building Volcanos
The science collaboration was the latest in a school year full of fun and meaningful cross-divisional activities at St. Margaret’s.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Tennis and Volleyball Programs Continue to Roll
The Tartans kept their unbeaten streaks alive with positive mid-season results.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Band Students Perform the National Anthem at Angels Game
St. Margaret’s Middle and Upper School student band performed the National Anthem at Angel Stadium.Read More -
PTF Tartan Family BBQ Brings Community Together for Fun Evening—See the Photos!
The annual PTF Tartan Family BBQ welcomed students, parents, professional community and Tartan supporters to Chalmers Field.Read More -
Upper School Astronomy Students Bring the Planetary Systems Into the Palm of Their Hands
St. Margaret’s Upper School astronomy students experience an immersive unit lesson that bridges complex scientific concepts with engaging interactive visuals.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Volleyball Declaws Cougars in Non-League Tilt
The Tartans defeated Capistrano Valley 3-0 at home on Tuesday.Read More -
‘Beautiful Oops’ Project Brings LS and MS Students Together for Cross-Divisional Learning
Unique cross-divisional project proves to be more than just an exercise in creativity - it's a celebration of learning and mindful connection.Read More -
With Student Safety in Mind, St. Margaret’s Upgrades Weather-Tracking Tools
School leaders can better track extreme weather and make informed decisions on outdoor athletic practices, recess and other student activities.Read More -
Tartan Football Drops Lancers 19-14
St. Margaret's delivered its first win of the season on Saturday.Read More -
St. Margaret's CIF Championship Teams Honored by San Juan Capistrano City Council
The City of San Juan Capistrano recognized and celebrated St. Margaret’s three CIF championship teams from the 2023-2024 school year during this week’s City Council meeting.Read More -
Cross Country Teams Impress in Santa Barbara
The girls squad led the charge for the Tartans at the Gaucho Invitiational.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Completes Major Audio-Visual Upgrade to Darcy Rice Center for the Arts
After 12 years as a campus centerpiece, the Darcy Rice Center for the Arts received its first major upgrade this summer.Read More -
Tartan Girls Tennis and Golf Teams Start Seasons With Wins
St. Margaret's begins the 2024 campaigns on the right foot.Read More -
Exploring Art Across Cultures Among New Academic Course Offerings at St. Margaret’s
St. Margaret’s mission is to expose students to a rich and vibrant learning that enables them to experience diverse class offerings including the world of art.Read More -
Tartans Golden in 3-0 Win Over El Dorado
St. Margaret's girl's volleyball wraps up a successful week, going 2-0 in non-league play.Read More -
Early School Begins School Year of Play-Based Learning
The Early School opened its door for the first day on Monday and began a school year of play-based learning and exploration.Read More -
PTF Welcome Back Coffee Reconnects Tartan Community As School Year Begins
St. Margaret’s Parent Teacher Fellowship welcomed parents for the Welcome Back Coffee, an annual start-of-year gathering for the Tartan community.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Student Body Comes Together for All-School Opening Ceremony
St. Margaret’s officially welcomed in a new school year on Monday, as the All-School Opening Ceremony joyfully brought together the entire student body for the first time.Read More -
Tartans Sweep Pacifica Christian at Home
St. Margaret's girls volleyball took it to the Tritons Monday evening.Read More -
Early School Teachers Prepare for New Music Curriculum With Visit to Fender
St. Margaret's Early School faculty members visited the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation to gain insight into how guitars and other string instruments are manufactured and produced.Read More -
Special Camp Marks 33rd Summer of Friendship and Fun
Read MoreThis year's program had 156 campers and 156 volunteer counselors (more than 50 of them St. Margaret’s students) across the three sessions. -
PHOTOS: Welcome Back Students! St. Margaret’s Kicks Off 2024-2025 School Year
St. Margaret’s is fully enrolled for the 2024-2025 school year, a number which includes 197 students new to the school.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Volleyball Picks up First Win of Season Over CC Santa Ana
The Tartans engineered a 3-0 win over the Eagles at home Thursday.Read More -
Professional Community Presentations Center Around Joy and Belonging Ahead of 2024-2025 School Year
St. Margaret’s professional community came together for a week of classroom preparation, meetings, reflections and messages of joy and belonging.Read More -
Tartan Achievements: Accolades, Publications and Performances!
St. Margaret's students and professional community members have received well-deserved recognition, and prominently featured for their talents and outstanding achievements.Read More -
Summer at St. Margaret’s Brings Fun and Unique Learning Opportunities to Students of All Ages
Read MoreSummer at St. Margaret’s had something for everyone, from unique programs to athletic camps to academic prep offerings and Upper School for-credit academic courses. -
Wallace Hall Demolished in Preparation for Transformational St. Margaret’s Commons
After years of planning and with the backing of many generous supporters in the Tartan community, the next step in the exciting evolution of St. Margaret’s campus is here.Read More -
St. Margaret's Inaugural Summer Institute Highlights the Essential Role of Play in Early Childhood Education
Over two full days of enlightening and research-based professional development, St. Margaret’s Summer Institute explored the essential role of play in early childhood education.Read More -
Tartan Spring Athletes Garner Postseason Awards
St. Margaret's student-athletes were at the top of their respective games this spring.Read More -
2024 Commencement Ceremony
The St. Margaret’s community gathered on Chalmers Field on June 1 to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2024.Read More -
Presenting the Class of 2024! Scholars, Artists, Athletes and Leaders Heading to 72 Colleges and Universities
St. Margaret's is proud to present the Class of 2024 on the eve of their official graduation date on Saturday, June 1.Read More -
Class of 2028 Celebrates Grade 8 Promotion
St. Margaret's recognized students’ completion of Middle School and promotion to Upper School in a beautiful ceremony.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Concludes Memorable School Year and Honors Class of 2024 at All-School Closing Ceremony
St. Margaret’s had a special last day of school, as the entire community came together to celebrate the Class of 2024 and reflect on a wonderful 2023-2024 school year.Read More -
St. Margaret's Appoints Jonathan Hughes as Head Boys Basketball Coach
Hughes will assume the role effective immediately.Read More -
Watercolor Run Brings Lower School Together to Celebrate Health, Well-Being and Community
St. Margaret’s kindergarten classrooms launched the Lower School’s first annual Watercolor Run with their curriculum focus on Global Goal No. 3: Good Health and Wellbeing.Read More -
Lower School Students Bring to Life the Magical Ocean World in Finding Nemo, Jr.
The Arts at St. Margaret’s presented Lower School musical Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr. with two cast of lovable characters.Read More -
Grade 5 Students Celebrate Final Days in Lower School With Traditional Red Sweater Toss
St. Margaret’s celebrated its grade 5 students this week with one of the Lower School’s favorite traditions.Read More -
Upper School Student Andrew Rusli Recognized for Achievements in Chemistry and Physics
The junior was recognized in both the U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad and the U.S. Physics Olympiad.Read More -
Grade 1 Students Serve Older Tartans As Part of Lesson on Sustainability and Strawberries
Lower School students in grade 1 learn about sustainable farming and the significance of strawberries in our local community.Read More -
PTF Reflects on Successful Year and Looks Ahead at New Board/Old Board Brunch
St. Margaret’s PTF celebrated a successful school year and looked ahead to next year during the organization’s annual New Board/Old Board Brunch.Read More -
Upper School Students Honored for Excellence in Musical Theater
Upper School performing arts students were honored for excellence in a musical and choreography.Read More -
PHOTOS: Grandparents and Special Friends Day Fills Lower School With Joy and Love
Read MoreStudents shared their St. Margaret’s experience with loved ones during a joyful morning in the Lower School. -
Tartans to Face Redondo Union in CIF Regional Volleyball Final
St. Margaret's defeated San Clemente in rematch to advance.Read More -
Middle School Students Cruise Among the Stars with a Visit to the OCC Planetarium
Middle School Astronomy Club students visited the Planetarium to explore the secrets of the cosmos.Read More -
Upper School Arts Awards Honor Student Achievement in the Arts
The end-of-year event spotlights and recognizes accomplishments of students in performing arts and visual arts throughout the school year.Read More -
Boys Volleyball Digs Deep to Overcome St. Joseph in CIF Regional Playoffs
The Tartans picked up a gritty round one win.Read More -
PTF Announces School-Enriching Grants, Tartans Thrive Gift at Final General Membership Meeting
This spring’s grants included a gift to Tartans Thrive, as fundraising continues for the campaign and the St. Margaret’s Commons ahead of its 2026 completion.Read More -
Upper School Theater Students Recognized With Cappies Nominations for Outstanding Production and Performances
St. Margaret’s Upper School students were recognized at The Critics and Awards Program, received medallions for theater arts achievement.Read More -
Middle School Brings Magic to the Stage in the Production of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
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Led by Two Individual Champions, Tartan Track & Field Has Strong Showing at CIF-SS Finals
Everett Capelle and Mark Cyr take gold in the 1600m and discus, respectively.Read More -
St. Margaret's Names Thomas Lancaster as Head Girls Soccer Coach
Lancaster brings over 20 years of collegiate and high school coaching experience to the Tartans.Read More -
Tartans are Perfect in CIF-SS Championship Win Over San Clemente
St. Margaret's boys volleyball swept the Tritons 3-0 in the title game.Read More -
Tartan Boys Lacrosse Wins CIF-SS Div. I Championship!
The Tartans win their first championship since 2019 with a 10-9 win over Loyola.Read More -
Five Tartans Honored in NCTE Achievement Awards in Writing Competition
The writing program is conducted by the National Council of Teachers in English, and welcomes nominations from around the world.Read More -
Middle School and Lower School Cross-Divisional Learning Experience Inspires Reading and Discovery
Grade 7 students engaged in a reading and research unit, then hosted Lower School students in a cross-divisional learning experience.Read More -
Senior Cameron Danz Headed to SCGA Individual Qualifier
St. Margaret's represented well at the CIF-SS Regional Individual Golf Tournament.Read More -
Tartan Boys Lacrosse Punches Ticket to CIF-SS Final With 19-8 Win
St. Margaret's shut down Mater Dei Tuesday night.Read More -
Zoe Reynolds is CIF Champion, Tartans Finish 5th at Div. III Championships
St. Margaret's swimmers cap a historic season.Read More -
Students Come Together to Build Gardens at OC Head Start Sites as Part of All-School Service Learning Project
St. Margaret’s engaged in building a garden at each San Juan Capistrano location of Orange County Head Start bringing the school community together around a shared purpose.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Track & Field Impresses at CIF Prelims
The Tartans had a successful day in Carpinteria this past weekend.Read More -
Tartans Hammer Jackrabbits to Advance to CIF-SS Finals
Boys volleyball is headed to the title game for the third straight season.Read More -
Tartans Cruise Past Sea Kings 17-7
St. Margaret's boys lacrosse had a solid showing to open the postseason.Read More -
Tartans Shock Edison 14-8 in Girls Lacrosse First Round
St. Margaret's jumped out to an early lead over the Chargers on Thursday.Read More -
Student Achievements: Musical Collaborations, Chemistry Competitions and More!
St. Margaret’s students have been recognized for their academic and artistic achievements recently, honored and showcased in chemistry, music, visual arts and more.Read More -
St. Margaret's Boys Tennis Picks Up First-Round Win
The Tartans downed Thatcher 13-5 in postseason action.Read More -
Tartan Boys Volleyball Through to Semifinals With 3-0 Win
St. Margaret's defeated Wiseburn Da Vinci in the quarterfinals Wednesday.Read More -
Talented Tartan Writers and Artists Honored With Regional Scholastic Awards
The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards recognizes art and writing works in 28 different categories for students in grades 7-12.Read More -
Tartan Musicians Take the Stage at Spring Music Concerts
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St. Margaret’s Recognizes Student Achievement at Upper School Awards Ceremony
St. Margaret’s Upper School honored its seniors and juniors and their pursuit of excellence in academics, community and athletics in the Upper School Awards Ceremony.Read More -
Upper School Candlelighting Ceremony Symbolizes the Passing of Leadership
The candles symbolized the passing of leadership, as the tradition takes place during the seniors’ final days on campus.Read More -
PHOTOS: PTF Library Luncheon Brings Tartan Community Together for 42nd Year
The Library Luncheon supports the PTF Grant Enrichment Program and St. Margaret’s Library.Read More -
Tartans Defeat Burroughs 3-0 in CIF Div. III 2nd Round
St. Margaret's boys volleyball keeps rolling through the postseason.Read More -
Talented Tartan Dancers Shine at Spring Dance Concerts
St. Margaret’s dance program was in the spotlight as the Hurlbut Theater stage welcomed dancers of all ages.Read More -
St. Margaret's Drains Westlake 15-5
Tartan boys lacrosse wraps up regular season at 17-2.Read More -
St. Margaret's Cleans Up at League Track & Field Championships
The Tartans boast 12 individual league champs and two team championships.Read More -
Tartan Swim and Dive Teams Produce Strong Results at CIF and League Finals
St. Margaret's finished No. 2 overall in the Orange Coast League.Read More -
Tartans Excel at League Individual Tennis Tournament
St. Margaret's captured the top doubles spot at the Orange Coast League final Thursday.Read More -
Tartan Volleyball Dominates in First-Round Win
St. Margarets took down Millikan 3-0 to open the CIF-SS postseason.Read More -
Senior Everett Capelle is UCLA Bound to Continue His Academic and Athletic Careers
Capelle joins 17 fellow senior student-athletes who committed to a wide range of colleges and universities during the fall, winter and current signing periods.Read More -
St. Margaret's Boys Lacrosse and Boys Golf are CIF-SS Academic Team Champions
The Tartans had three top-three finishers and numerous honorable mentions in the annual awards.Read More -
Tartans Dethrone Sea Kings 19-7 in Girls Lacrosse
St. Margaret's hit the road to take on CDM Wednesday.Read More -
Grade 7 History Students Study Illuminated Manuscripts and Create Their Own Illuminated Letters
The class explored illuminated manuscripts and the roles of monks and other scribes (illuminators) in the creation of beautiful works of art.Read More -
Tartan Boys Golf Keeps Rolling, Wins 10th Straight
St. Margaret's keeps its league unbeaten streak alive vs CC Santa Ana.Read More -
PHOTOS: STEAM Expo Brings Students to St. Margaret’s for Joyful Learning and Fun
The STEAM Expo is a celebration of science, technology, engineering, art and math taking place at St. Margaret’s.Read More -
Students Visit Crystal Cove State Park Tide Pools for Enriching Cross-Divisional Field Study
As part of an innovation grant, grade 2 students joined Upper School marine science students for a special trip to observe tide pools.Read More -
Early School’s WOW Night Celebrates a School Year of Meaningful Learning
The 6th annual WOW Night brought families to St. Margaret’s for a celebration of the meaningful play-based learning that took place throughout the school year.Read More -
St. Margaret's Swim Program Splits League Tri-Meet
The Tartans demonstrated great resolve against Costa Mesa and Santa Ana.Read More -
Tartan Volleyball Sneaks By CC Santa Ana to Remain Undefeated in League
St. Margaret's gutted out a 3-2 win on Wednesday.Read More -
Tartan Baseball, Golf and Tennis Pick Up League Wins
St. Margaret's looks to wrap up league play in top positions.Read More -
St. Margaret's Student-Athletes Commit to Top Universities During Spring Signing Period
Four student-athletes from the Class of 2024 will continue their academic and athletic careers at a range of prestigious colleges and universities.Read More -
Grade 4 Students Explore Sustainability Through Hands-On Projects and a Visit to Local Landfill
Students dive into experiential learning on sustainable housing, and wrapping the learnings with a visit to the local landfill.Read More -
Tartan Seniors Celebrated for Their Pursuit of the Arts in College
St. Margaret’s honored two Upper School seniors who have committed to pursue the arts next year at impressive schools.Read More -
Tartan Lacrosse Programs Have Winning Weekend
Both boys and girls programs picked up crucial victories.Read More -
2023-2024 Parent Up Speaker Series Concludes With a Closer Look at Artificial Intelligence With Dr. John Spencer
The PTF Parent Up Speaker Series concluded with a deeper look at artificial intelligence and its role in school and society.Read More -
Tartan Boys Golf Cleans Up Against Katella
St. Margaret's got it done despite a depleted roster.Read More -
Track & Field Excels at Orange Coast League Tri-Meet
The Tartans had a record-setting outing yesterday.Read More -
Early School Teachers Attend Renowned Reggio Emilia Study Group
The study group provided a deep dive into the principles and practices that define Reggio Emilia, emphasizing the importance of child-led learning.Read More -
PHOTOS: Tartan Open Brings Day of Fun and Friendship in Support of Financial Aid
Read MoreThe Tartan Open is a fundraiser that brings the Tartan community together for a day of fun. -
St. Margaret’s Team Shines at 8th Annual Battle of the Books Tournament
St. Margaret’s was represented by 23 Lower School students divided into three teams for the event.Read More -
St. Margaret's Boys Lacrosse Handles Foothill 9-4
The Tartans avenged a 2023 postseason defeat with the win Tuesday.Read More -
Tartan Baseball Notches 3-2 Comeback Win
St. Margaret's defeated a talented Redlands East Valley Squad on Monday.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Students Captivated by Rare School-Day Solar Eclipse
St. Margaret’s students were in awe of a rare solar eclipse that took place during the school day.Read More -
Lower School Students Rewarded with Tartan Athletics Experience for Reaching Waste-Free Lunch Goal
Lower School students were rewarded with a special Tartan athletics experience just for them.Read More -
Grade 5 Classrooms Travel Through Time for a Colonial ‘Revolutionary Experience’
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St. Margaret’s Staciana Winfield Inspires Women in Sports Celebration
Women in Sports event highlights guest speaker, Upper School Physiology, Health, PFW and Swim Coach, Staciana Winfield.Read More -
St. Margaret's Senior Austin Hicks Featured by LA Times
Hicks has been a force for the Tartan boys lacrosse program this season.Read More -
Girls Beach Volleyball Remains Perfect With 4-1 Win
The Tartans defeated CC Santa Ana on Wednesday.Read More -
Upper School Musical Footloose Performances Delight Audiences
A cast of 30 Upper School students brought the musical theater version of Footloose to life in the Hurlbut Theater last week, four decades after the film debuted in theaters.Read More -
St. Margaret's Baseball Downs Roadrunners 10-2
The Tartans made quick work of Saddleback High on Tuesday.Read More -
Cross-Divisional Project Sparks Curiosity for the Space Exploration Exhibit
The Space Exploration Exhibit is a cross-divisional collaborative project to spark curiosity about the vast universe and highlight the process of scientific discovery.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Celebrates 64th Swallows Day Parade With San Juan Capistrano Community
St. Margaret’s student leaders and professional community members marched together through the symphony of rain alongside Breakthrough San Juan Capistrano and Special Camp as the community welcomed the return of the swallows at the 64th annual Swallows Day Parade.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Partners With OC Head Start for Meaningful All-School Service Learning Project
The annual springtime activity brings the school community together around a shared purpose in service to the local community.Read More -
Tartan Surf Team Wraps up Scholastic Surf Series Competition
Freshman Brendon Lyons nabbed gold despite less-than-ideal weather conditions.Read More -
Francois, Gideons and Tufo Named All-CIF in Girls Basketball
The three Tartans guided the team to a Div. 3A Finals appearance in February.Read More -
St. Margaret's Boys Volleyball Takes Third at Beach City Invitational
The Tartans battled through six competitive matches to capture the bronze.Read More -
Tartan Swimmers Zoe Reynolds and Heidi Tufo Represent Well at Orange County Invitational
Both athletes had great showings this past weekend.Read More -
Tartan Track & Field Shines Against Orange High
St. Margaret's picked up wins for the girls and boys squads last week.Read More -
St. Margaret's Boys Volleyball Blanks Eagles 3-0
The Tartans move to 7-0 in league with the win.Read More -
Tartan Boys Golf and Tennis Programs Working Through League Opponents
St. Margaret's is undefeated in Orange Coast League play.Read More -
PHOTOS: All-School Spring Service Brings Tartan Community Together
Students and chaplains shared songs, readings and prayers, and attendees enjoyed a musical performance by Tartan band, orchestra and choral students.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Celebrates Nowruz with Haftseen Arrangements and Traditional Activities
The holiday is also known as Persian New Year, and the history and traditions of the holiday were shared with the St. Margaret’s community this week.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Lacrosse Triumphs Late Over Mater Dei
A back-and-forth second half ended on the right note for the Tartans.Read More -
Tartans Ground Eagles 12-5
St. Margaret's boys lacrosse bested Santa Margarita on Tuesday evening.Read More -
20 St. Margaret’s Students Nominated for OC Artist of the Year
The nominated Upper School students represent seven different art disciplines.Read More -
With an Appetite for Reading, Tartan Students Participate in California Young Reader Medal Program
Students were challenged to read at least the three books nominated in their grade level category with some reading multiple categories.Read More -
Yuki Bannai '21 Leads Pitzer College to 2nd Place Finish
Bannai and Sagehens performed well at the SCIAC tournament.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Lacrosse Cleans Up Oilers 20-12
The Tartans improve to 4-2 on the year.Read More -
Boys Tennis and Golf Programs Finding Early Season Success
St. Margaret's picked up key wins this week.Read More -
Middle School Science Students Exploring Earth's Layers Foster Creativity and Collaboration
Middle School students in Earth Science class concluded an engaging unit project last week, where students showcased their understanding of Earth's layers in innovative ways.Read More -
Professional Community Engages in Division- and Department-Specific Activities During In-Service Day
The in-service day was division- and department-specific, giving the professional community an opportunity to dive into meaningful, collaborative learning experiences with their teams.Read More -
Tartan Baseball Picks up League Point in Shutout
St. Margaret's beat Orange 15-0 on Tuesday.Read More -
Lower School’s 101 Dalmatians Musical Brings A Howling Good Time to the Community
Lower School students presented 101 Dalmatians, delighting audiences in nine performances of the sold out shows in the McGregor Family Theater.Read More -
Tartan Swimmers Excel at Santa Margarita Invitational
St. Margaret's kicked off the 2024 season with a bang.Read More -
Tartan Volleyball Programs Continue to Roll
St. Margaret's has found success on the court and the sand this spring.Read More -
PHOTOS: Tartans Come Together to Learn and Support the All-School Service Learning Project
The school is partnering with Orange County Head Start to build new gardens at Head Start's two San Juan Capistrano locations.Read More -
Middle School Math Students Create Pop Art Using Geometry Scale Factor
Art and numbers produce fun reproduction of objects in two-dimensional and three-dimensional geometry.Read More -
PTF Book Fair Brings Readers of All Ages to Sillers Hall
Students and families stopped by to browse the many offerings of books at the PTF Book Fair.Read More -
Boys Golf Opens League Play With 185-258 Win
The Tartans handled Westminster High on Monday.Read More -
Tartan Girls Beach Volleyball Unblemished in Season Start
St. Margaret's picked up two victories this week on the sand.Read More -
Early School Teachers Present at Caltech’s ECSTEM Conference
Early School teachers presented at the Children's Center at Caltech’s Early Childhood Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (ECSTEM) Conference highlighting how science can transform art beyond expression.Read More -
Highlander Excerpt: A Look Inside St. Margaret’s Theater Technical Arts Program
This feature story is an excerpt from the upcoming Highlander Magazine, which will be a digital-exclusive edition coming soon.Read More -
Tartan Lacrosse Programs Pick Up Early Season Wins
St. Margaret's is off to a quick start in its 2024 campaigns.Read More -
St. Margaret's Boys Volleyball Team Downs Northwood 3-1
The Tartans persevered to nip the Timberwolves Tuesday.Read More -
Girls Basketball Headed to the CIF Finals!
The Tartans are finals-bound for the second time in as many years.Read More -
Upper School Student Creates Clinical Music Club to Serve Local Community
The mission of the Upper School clinical music club is to understand and raise awareness about the clinical benefits of music.Read More -
US and MS English Students Collaborate to Study the Poetry of Langston Hughes
Grade 12 students recently led a poetry circle with grade 8 English students in celebration of Black History Month.Read More -
Tartan Girls Basketball Rolls Into CIF Semifinals with 53-31 Win
St. Margaret's girls basketball program advanced with a stunning victory.Read More -
Tartan Student Achievements: Band Honors, Research Papers and More
St. Margaret’s students recognized recently for their achievements in academics and the arts.Read More -
Class of 2024 Enjoying Early Success in College-Admissions Process
The 122 students of St. Margaret’s Class of 2024 were hard at work during the early-admission period for colleges and universities.Read More -
St. Margaret's Girls Basketball Survives Second-Round Tilt vs. Millikan
The Tartans defeated the Rams 46-41 on the road Saturday.Read More -
Tartan Girls Basketball Opens CIF-SS Postseason With Win Over Aliso Niguel
St. Margaret's downed the Wolverines 50-33 Thursday.Read More -
PHOTOS: Early School Students Connect With St. Margaret’s Orchestra to Try Musical Instruments
The older students oversaw an “instrument petting zoo” where young students could hear, see and even try a variety of musical instruments up close.Read More -
PHOTOS: St. Margaret’s Celebrates Upcoming 101 Dalmatians Musical on 101st Day of School
St. Margaret’s celebrated the 101st day of school this week leading to the upcoming Lower School grades 2-3 musical.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Celebrates Lunar New Year With Activities and Education
St. Margaret celebrated Lunar New Year this week welcoming the year of the dragon with fun and educational activities.Read More -
St. Margaret's Boys Soccer Moves Past Monrovia in Thrilling Extra Time Finish
The Tartans outlasted the Wildcats 1-0 in the first round of the CIF postseason.Read More -
Tartan Boys Soccer Advances With 3-1 Wildcard Win
St. Margaret's defeated La Serna to enter the CIF-SS Div. IV Postseason.Read More -
Parent Up Speaker Shawn Achor Talks Positive Psychology With Tartan Community
Mr. Achor is one of the world’s leading experts on the connection between happiness and success, and he shared some of his insight with the parent community in Hurlbut Theater.Read More -
St. Margaret's Boys Basketball Wraps up League Schedule With 82-52 Win
The Tartans bested Santa Ana Thursday evening.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Students Participate in Renowned CAIS Honors Music Festival
Read MoreSt. Margaret’s students participated in a performance with students from independent schools across California. -
St. Margaret's Student-Athletes Commit to Top Colleges During Winter Signing Period
Eleven student-athletes from the Class of 2024 committed to continuing their academic careers and playing intercollegiate athletics during the winter signing period.Read More -
Tartans Eye Postseason with Wins Over Orange
St. Margaret's basketball and soccer programs were in action last night.Read More -
Middle School Students Engage In An Un-Bee-lievable Math Competition
The MS Math Bee is part of MathCounts, a national competition program that makes math achievement as challenging and exciting as a school sport.Read More -
The 2024 Tartan Revue’s Sensational Performers Dazzle in a Spectacular Show
The Arts at St. Margaret’s presented the 2024 Tartan Revue in the Marcus D. Hurlbut Theater last week with the long-standing tradition of Coffeehouse Cabaret while staying true to the purpose of showcasing artistic excellence.Read More -
St. Margaret’s Robotics Team Excels at FTC Tournament, Qualifies for Regionals
St. Margaret’s FTC Robotics team is heading to the Southern California Championships in March after an eventful interleague tournament in Diamond Bar.Read More -
Three-Point Shooting Key to Victory for Tartan Girls Basketball Over Estancia
St. Margaret's made 12 three-pointers in last night's win.Read More -
2024 State of the School Recap
The 2024 State of the School featured school leaders presenting to the parent community in Hurlbut Theater.Read More -
Tartans Clip Eagles in Boys Basketball and Soccer
St. Margaret's continues to roll towards the postseason.Read More -
Winter Film Festival Spotlights Cinematic Arts Students And Their Passionate Storytelling
St. Margaret’s Winter Film Festival was an extraordinary showcase of the creative works of cinematic arts students in both Upper and Middle School.Read More -
Middle School Students Build Sensory Toys for Early School Students
The collaboration between the grade 7 students and Early School involved MS students’ “Tartan Toy Company,” developing toys to help enhance ES sensory skills.Read More -
Students Immerse in Disney's Soundtrack Sessions Blending Harmony Between Education and Musicianship
Guided by Disney music professionals, Middle and Upper School band and orchestra students attended a workshop where they honed fundamental skills.Read More -
Through Alumni Feedback, St. Margaret’s Science Teachers Strive to Best Prepare Next Generation of Students
Upper School science teachers check in with Tartan alumni studying science-related disciplines at the college level to get feedback on their experiences.Read More -
Tartan Boys Soccer Keeps Postseason Hopes Alive With Tie Against Santa Ana
St. Margaret's and the Saints played to a 3-3 result Wednesday.Read More -
English IV Students Unwrap East Asian Literature With Fortune Cookies
From classroom to kitchen, Upper School students in English IV: Modern East Asian Literature bake cookies with "fortune" writings of great philosophers.Read More -
PHOTOS: English IV Students Use Virtual Reality to Better Understand Lived Experiences of Others
Each VR experience provides historical framework around the seniors' upcoming studies this semester.Read More -
St. Margaret's Battles For Late-Season Wins
The Tartans look to a strong finish to the regular season.Read More -
Tartans Girls Basketball Overwhelms Costa Mesa 66-16
St. Margaret's improves to 6-1 in South Coast League Play.Read More -
Early School Students Visit St. Margaret’s Garden to Explore Life Cycle of Sunflowers
The garden offers a vibrant curriculum where children, driven by their natural curiosity, actively explore, investigate, and care for the natural world.Read More -
Middle School Spelling Bee Spotlights Talented Tartan Spellers
St. Margaret’s Middle School students showcased their stupendous spelling talents this week during the annual Middle School Spelling Bee.Read More -
St. Margaret's Surf Team Downs Santa Margarita 45.5-38.5
The Tartans performed well in challenging conditions.Read More -
PHOTOS: PTF Winter Coffee Brings Community Together With a Peek Toward the Spring
Parents had the chance to share coffee and conversation with fellow Tartans and learn more about upcoming community events.Read More -
St. Margaret's Squeezes Orange High in Girls Basketball and Soccer
The Tartans picked up crucial league wins Thursday evening.Read More -
Tartan Boys Basketball Rebounds With 60-58 Win Against Estancia
Cameron Danz's four three-pointers lifted St. Margaret's Wednesday night.Read More -
Grade 4 Lighthouse Project Illuminates Classroom Learning
Lower School students in grade 4 built lighthouses in science teacher David Beshk’s class, applying a variety of lessons learned throughout the first semester.Read More -
Professional Community Dedicates In-Service Day to Core Value of Equity and Inclusion
St. Margaret's professional community participated in two diversity, equity and inclusion breakout sessions organized and led by the school’s equity team.Read More -
Middle School Students Showcase Portrait Gallery Based On First-Person Novels
The unit, called “Windows, Mirrors, and Sliding Doors,” is based on a first-person novel that students choose from a provided list.Read More -
Tartans in the News: Professional Community Members Spotlighted for Academics, Service and Leadership
St. Margaret’s professional community has received recognition both locally and nationally for their expertise and service to the community.Read More
For all media inquiries or to arrange an interview with a St. Margaret’s community member, please contact:
Ryan Wood
Director of Communications and Marketing
949.661.0108x1253
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Ryan Wood
Director of Communications and Marketing
949.661.0108x1253
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