St. Margaret’s Episcopal School

November

Cross Country Battles Back From Injury and Illness at CIF State Championships

11/27/2022

The Tartans represented well despite the setbacks.

Tartan Cross Country Finds the Podium Again at the CIF Finals

11/20/2022

St. Margaret's boys finished second, while the girls finished fourth on Nov. 19.

Tartan Basketball Programs Find Early Success Against Talented Opponents

11/18/2022

St. Margaret's has opened the 2022-2023 season on a high note.

College Counseling Writing Specialists Provide Mentorship for Seniors During Admissions Process

11/17/2022

Two Upper School English teachers have lent their expertise as college writing specialists, where they provide Upper School seniors with expert help in fine-tuning their essays.

PHOTOS: Upper School Students Recreate Henry David Thoreau’s Famous Desk in Interdisciplinary Unit

11/17/2022

English and engineering students came together to build replicas of Thoreau’s 19th-century writing desk using only a set of antique hand tools.

Upper School Teacher Dr. Masami Stahr Honored by The University of Chicago

11/15/2022

Dr. Stahr was recently selected for the University of Chicago’s Outstanding Educator Award.

Tartan Cross Country Returns to CIF-SS Finals

11/11/2022

St. Margaret's represented well at Mt. SAC on Friday afternoon.

St. Margaret's Student-Athletes Commit to Top Colleges and Universities During Fall Signing Period

11/9/2022

Five Tartan student-athletes from the Class of 2023 will continue their academic and athletic careers at a range of prestigious colleges and universities.

PHOTOS: Upper School Students Bring Oscar Wilde’s Satire The Importance of Being Earnest to Life

11/8/2022

Eight talented Upper School actors performed the 2022 Upper School play, which was guest directed by Darcy Rice.

Girls Tennis Continues Winning Ways Into CIF-SS Quarterfinal

11/5/2022

The Tartans defeated Cerritos 10-8 this past Friday.

Tartans Sink Segerstrom 55-27 in CIF-SS First Round Win

11/5/2022

St. Margaret's will advance and face South Pasadena on Nov. 11.

Girls Tennis Advances to Second Round of CIF-SS Team Championships

11/3/2022

The Tartans defeated Esperanza 15-3 Wednesday.

FrightFEST Spotlights Spooky Creations From Talented Tartan Artists

11/2/2022

The event included Halloween-themed photography, music, dance, theater and film works by advanced Upper School arts students.

PHOTOS: ‘Wellness Workshops’ Highlight St. Margaret’s Red Ribbon Week Activities

11/1/2022

Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. St. Margaret’s has expanded on the week’s focus in recent years to add a mental health component.

October

Tartan Football is Postseason Bound After 49-22 win Over CC Santa Ana

10/28/2022

St. Margaret's poured it on in the second half to secure the playoff berth.

St. Margaret's Girls Tennis Sends Five to the CIF-SS Individual Tournament

10/28/2022

Audrey Harrington clinched the No.2 spot during this week's league finals.

Lower School Students Enjoying Mentorship From Upper School Tartan Tutors

10/28/2022

Tartan Tutors is an Upper School leadership group for students to help other students with their academic work and study strategies.

Tartan Student Films Featured at All-American High School Film Festival

10/28/2022

In all, 10 films created within St. Margaret’s cinematic arts program were featured at the festival in New York City.

Junior Gabby Eifrig Advances to CIF-SS Individual Golf Championship

10/27/2022

Eifrig scored a 73 to finish in sixth place at the Individual Regional Tournament.

Tartan Dance Launches New Buddy Program to Bring Students of All Ages Together

10/27/2022

This year, Tartan Dance launched the buddy program, a cross-divisional touchpoint matching a Lower School dancer with either a Middle School or Upper School dancer for a year of connection, mentorship and learning.

Upper School Student Serves Health Center Visitors With Creation of Comforting ‘Cuddle Kits’

10/27/2022

Cuddle Kits are a pediatric-centered medical kit with kid-friendly items to help children through what can be an uncomfortable time in a medical setting.

Tartans Thump Saddleback 44-7

10/23/2022

St. Margaret's picked up its third league win Friday.

Tartans Shine at Orange Coast League Golf Finals

10/21/2022

St. Margaret's had four of the top six finishes at the tournament.

Tartans Sweep Sherman Oaks Notre Dame to Advance in CIF Volleyball Playoffs

10/21/2022

St. Margaret's downed the Knights 3-0 Thursday evening.

Upper School Students Apply Algebra II Honors Concepts in Fun Stomp Rocket Activity

10/20/2022

Even something as simple as a toy stomp rocket has the potential for mathematical problem solving in a fun way.

Tartans Top Mustangs 56-21 for Second Orange Coast League Win

10/17/2022

St. Margaret's improves to 2-2 in league play.

Dave Post Appointed Head Surf Coach at St. Margaret's

10/17/2022

Post will lead the Tartans in the upcoming Scholastic Surf Series season.

Tartan Golf and Volleyball Eye Postseason After Going Unbeaten in League Play

10/14/2022

St. Margaret's gears up for a deep run in the playoffs starting next week.

PTF Parent Up Speaker Series Kicks Off With Dr. Tina Payne Bryson

10/14/2022

In engaging, heartwarming and often humorous presentations to St. Margaret’s community last week, Dr. Tina Payne Bryson kicked off the 2022-2023 Parent Up Speaker Series and its focus on “Helping Kids Thrive.”

Tartan Cross Country Program Impresses at Clovis Invitational

10/10/2022

St. Margaret's girls squad finished No.1 at the prestigious event.

PHOTOS: Upper School Students Explore Polymer Sciences—and Write a Little Poetry, Too

10/6/2022

The interdisciplinary project consisted of creating nylon in a chemistry lab, then writing an illustrated haiku about the science of fabrics.

St. Margaret’s Expands ‘Digital Mentor’ Program for Middle School Technology-Use Education

10/5/2022

St. Margaret’s expanded its “digital mentors” program, where Upper School Peer Counselors lead health and well-being lessons around technology use for Middle School students.

Tartan Football Notches First Win Behind Binder's 3 Touchdowns

10/3/2022

St. Margaret's defeated Estancia 28-19 on the road Friday night.

September

St. Margaret's Golf, Tennis and Volleyball Programs Pick up Mid-Season Wins

9/30/2022

The Tartans continue to work their way through Orange Coast League Opponents.

PHOTOS: Upper School and Kindergarten Students Come Together for Engaging Earth Science Activity

9/29/2022

The cross-divisional activity was a fun way for kindergarten students to learn basics of earth science from their older peers.

Cross-Divisional Wellness Scavenger Hunt Brings Upper School, Lower School Students Together

9/27/2022

Students in the Upper School’s health and human development class collaborated with grade 3 students for an exciting and informative health and wellness scavenger hunt.

24 Upper School Students Recognized by National Merit Scholarship Program

9/26/2022

St. Margaret’s had seven students named National Merit semifinalists, and another 17 students received commendation.

AP Psychology Students Explore Parts of the Brain in a Play-Based Way: With Play-Doh

9/23/2022

The Upper School’s AP psychology class learned more about the parts of the brain by building one—out of Play-Doh.

Freshman Jessica Liu Sinks Hole in One as Tartans Down Costa Mesa

9/22/2022

St. Margaret's defeated the Mustangs 202-267 on Wednesday.

St. Margaret's Continues to Roll Through Orange Coast League Opponents

9/21/2022

Girls golf remains unbeaten while the tennis and volleyball programs picked up essential league wins this week.

St. Margaret’s Delegation Attends Pollyanna Conference Focused on DEI Work

9/21/2022

A St. Margaret’s delegation of administration, trustees, faculty, students, alumni and parents together attended the Pollyanna Conference, an interactive day focused on diversity, equity and inclusion.

Tartan Girls Volleyball Remains Undefeated in League Play

9/16/2022

St. Margaret's improved to 5-0 with a win over Saddleback Thursday.

College Counseling Office Working With Class of 2023 as Application Process Ramps Up

9/16/2022

St. Margaret’s College Counseling Office is in the midst of a busy month, as the Class of 2023 takes part in a variety of college visits, class meetings and individual get-togethers.

16 Upper School Students Conduct College-Level Research Through Partnership With UC-Irvine

9/15/2022

The partnership between St. Margaret’s and UCI Samueli School of Engineering is now in its 18^th year, and the 16 participating students this summer was the highest number ever.

St. Margaret's Girls Tennis Gets Back Into the Swing of Things

9/14/2022

The Tartans defeated Crean Lutheran 13-5 on Tuesday.

St. Margaret's Cross Country Continues Climb Towards Excellence

9/12/2022

The Tartans have performed well at high-profile events.

Junior Battle Gideons Featured in The Orange County Register

9/9/2022

Gideons, a member of St. Margaret's Football program, is making an impact for the Tartans.

Tartan Girls Golf Battles Through Tough Conditions and Opponents to Remain Unbeaten

9/9/2022

St. Margaret's dispatched Estancia 209-299 on Sept. 8.

Class of 2023 Starts School Year With Highly Anticipated Senior Retreat

9/9/2022

Retreats are an important part of the student experience, creating a fun, safe and rewarding passage for students to come together for unique learning opportunities.

PHOTOS: St. Margaret’s Boys Volleyball Team Recognized by San Juan Capistrano City Council

9/7/2022

St. Margaret’s 2022 CIF champion boys volleyball team was recognized by city leaders on Tuesday during the San Juan Capistrano City Council meeting.

Tartan Girls Volleyball Repeats as Portola Tournament Champs

9/6/2022

St. Margaret's captured the crown without conceding a set.

Tartan Girls Volleyball Battles Back to Down Stallions 3-2

9/1/2022

St. Margaret's picked up a big non-league win against San Juan Hills Wednesday evening.

August

Girls Golf Tames Costa Mesa for First League Victory

8/31/2022

The Tartans defeated the Mustangs 213-303 Tuesday.

PHOTOS: St. Margaret’s Officially Opens 2022-2023 School Year at All-School Opening Ceremony

8/30/2022

With inspiring messages of love and gratitude, the ceremony was a spirited gathering of students from Early School through the Class of 2023.

Campus Upgrades Enhance Spaces for 2022-2023 School Year

8/26/2022

Students returning to St. Margaret’s for their first day of school this week probably noticed a few changes across campus.

PHOTOS: St. Margaret’s Welcomes Back Students for Joyful First Day of School

8/25/2022

Across campus, students reconnected with peers, met their new teachers and became familiar with their schedule and surroundings as a highly anticipated school year gets underway.

Girls Volleyball Posts First League Win, Downs Orange 3-0

8/23/2022

The Tartans got a jump on the 2022 campaign Monday evening.

PHOTOS: Tartans Prepare for New School Year at Orientations and PTF Spirit Day

8/23/2022

St. Margaret’s campus buzzed with activity on Monday as students and families prepared for the 2022-2023 school year with a variety of orientations and events.

St. Margaret's Kicks off Preparation for 2022-2023 School Year With Guest Speaker on Dignity and Episcopal Identity

8/19/2022

Dr. Beth-Sarah Wright presented to the professional community during their official opening meetings, among many activities in preparation for the new school year.

Daniel Solarz Named Head Girls and Boys Golf Coach at St. Margaret's

8/8/2022

Solarz will assume the role effective immediately.

June

St. Margaret's Spring Athletes Pick Up Post-Season Accolades

6/14/2022

Ten Tartans garner All-Orange County and All-CIF honors.

Presenting the Class of 2022—Scholars, Leaders, Artists and Athletes Heading to 74 Colleges and Universities Around the World

6/3/2022

St. Margaret’s Episcopal School is proud to present the Class of 2022 on the eve of their official graduation date this Saturday, June 4.

Senior ISPs Provide Capstone Experience for Class of 2022

6/2/2022

The Independent Senior Project is a capstone experience for Upper School seniors which creates a meaningful transition from the structure of high school to the independence of college.

May

Award Ceremony Recognizes Upper School Students’ Artistic Accomplishments

5/31/2022

The 2022 Upper School Arts Awards was a year-end culminating event celebrating the accomplishments of talented Upper School student-artists.

Spring Film Festival Showcases Student Work in Cinematic Arts

5/27/2022

Attendees watched more than 30 short films from all genres, which were written, directed and edited by Upper School and Middle School cinematic arts students.

Tartan Volleyball Athletes and Coach Named All-CIF

5/24/2022

Three Tartan student-athletes and coach Bob Yoder named to the post-season accolade list.

Celeste Taylor Vaults Her Way Into Next Weekend’s CIF State Championships

5/23/2022

Taylor cleared 11'9" in the pole vault at the CIF Masters this past Saturday.

St. Margaret’s Introducing Computer Science Pilot Unit Into Upper School Math Classrooms

5/23/2022

Geometry students are currently taking part in a computer-science unit where they learn how to program in A-frame, a language used to create 3D shapes and scenes for virtual reality.

Jack Hanna Qualifies for CIF Individual Tennis Finals

5/20/2022

Hanna will begin play on May 25 for the title.

Reed Wainwright Headed to Guatemala with USA Volleyball U-19 Team

5/19/2022

Wainwright will compete at the Pan American Cup beginning May 23.

Junior Class Dedicates Two Full Days to College-Admissions Process As Part of Enhanced Curriculum

5/19/2022

The College Counseling Team arranged two days of education and activities specific to the college-admissions process, part of an expanded curriculum for the junior class launched earlier this year.

St. Margaret’s Honors Upper School Achievement During Senior and Junior Awards

5/17/2022

St. Margaret’s honored its seniors and juniors and their pursuit of excellence in academics, community and athletics in an Upper School awards ceremony in Hurlbut Theater.

Tartan Achievements: Science, Photography, Essay Writing and More!

5/17/2022

St. Margaret’s students are being recognized for their hard work, recently being honored for their science experiments, yearbook photos, essays and more.

St. Margaret's Excels at CIF-SS Track & Field Finals

5/16/2022

The Tartan athletes represented well at Moorpark High on Saturday.

Tartans Triumph Over CVCS in CIF-SS Final

5/16/2022

St. Margaret's nabs its first boys volleyball title in 10 years with 3-0 win.

St. Margaret’s Welcomes Painter and NFT Expert to Explore New Innovations in Visual Arts

5/12/2022

Mr. Trueman spent two days at St. Margaret’s, speaking to several Upper School visual arts classes about the latest technology and its potential for artists.

Tartan Dance Company Students Study and Train at Top Dance Convention

5/11/2022

Members of St. Margaret’s Tartan Dance Company recently traveled to the JUMP Dance Convention in Anaheim, an opportunity to study with master dance teachers.

Upper School Students Receive Award Nominations for Work in Mamma Mia and Our Town

5/11/2022

The Orange County Cappies and The Spirit of the MACY awards have both nominated Tartans for their work.

Tartan Track & Field Program is Productive at CIF-SS Prelims

5/9/2022

St. Margaret's is sending seven athletes to the finals on May 14.

Tartan Boys Volleyball is Finals Bound After Five-Set Thriller Over Millikan

5/9/2022

St. Margaret's battled the Rams in the Div. IV Semifinal.

St. Margaret's Swimmers Shine at CIF Finals

5/9/2022

The Tartan athletes swam to personal bests this past weekend.

St. Margaret's Advances to CIF-SS Div. I Semifinal with 16-11 win over Los Alamitos

5/9/2022

The Tartans will face Foothill on Tuesday, May 10.

Tartan Swimmers Impress at CIF Div. III Prelims

5/6/2022

St. Margaret's represented well at Thursday's meet.

St. Margaret’s School and Church Partner in Infant Pantry for All-School Service Learning Project

5/6/2022

St. Margaret's all-school service learning project was embraced by the entire school community, which quickly mobilized to serve local families with young children while learning more about community needs.

St. Margaret's Rolling Through Spring Postseason

5/5/2022

Spring playoffs are in full swing, and the Tartans are in the middle of it.

Upper School Students Shine at National Quiz Bowl Championship

5/3/2022

St. Margaret’s qualified for the national championships by faring well in regional competitions in Southern California this school year.

Tartans Roll Over University, Move on to CIF Div. IV Volleyball Quarterfinals

5/2/2022

St. Margaret's will face Oak Park on May 4.

St. Margaret's Swimmers Capture League Title

5/2/2022

The Tartan girls were crowned overall league champs at the San Joaquin League Finals Friday.

Charlotte Quintanar Named Finalist for OC Artist of the Year

5/2/2022

Charlotte, whose specialty is animation and special effects, was one of four finalists in film/animation.

PHOTOS: Spring Music Concert Brings Talented Tartan Performers Into the Spotlight

5/2/2022

The Spring Music Concert was a culminating event for 229 musicians who have worked hard this year in their music classes.

April

Tartan Divers Display Their Talent at CIF-SS Championships

4/29/2022

St. Margaret's finished third overall at the Div. III meet.

Jack Hanna Advances to CIF Boys Tennis Individual Regional

4/29/2022

Hanna finished second in league finals play.

Tartan Boys Volleyball Sweep Hemet in CIF-SS First Round

4/29/2022

St. Margaret's made short work of the Bulldogs Thursday evening.

College Preview: Admissions Success for the Class of 2022

4/29/2022

With decisions still yet to be made by some seniors, the college-admissions process has been a successful experience so far for the Class of 2022.

PHOTOS: Candlelighting Ceremony Marks the Transition of Leadership in the Upper School

4/29/2022

Leadership of the Upper School student body was ceremoniously transferred from the Class of 2022 to the Class of 2023.

Tartans are San Joaquin League Track & Field Champs

4/28/2022

St. Margaret's boasts 11 individual league championship athletes.

Tartans Overcome Sea Kings 13-7

4/27/2022

St. Margaret's boys lacrosse picked up a big win Tuesday evening.

Two Upper School Students Named OC Artist of the Year Semifinalists

4/27/2022

Of the 105 semifinalists in seven disciplines, 22 will be named finalists, and seven (one from each discipline) will be named 2022 Artist of the Year.

Tartan Filmmakers Earn Accolades for Films Promoting Positive Change

4/25/2022

Upper School students Charlotte Quintanar and Winston Verdult were honored in separate film competitions for their work promoting change through storytelling.

Jack Hanna Advances to Round of 16 at Prestigious The Ojai Tennis Tournament

4/22/2022

Hanna will face Conrad Brown of University on Friday.

St. Margaret’s Inducts 26 Into International Cum Laude Society

4/22/2022

The 26 new Tartan inductees join 13 current seniors who were inducted in 2021 as juniors.

Tartan Boys Golf Breezes Past Pacifica Christian 199-234

4/22/2022

The Tartans battled the Tritons and the elements in the win.

SMES Hosts Sixth Annual Girls In STEAM Welcoming Students and Professionals From Across SoCal in Networking, Talks and Hands-On Workshops

4/21/2022

Girls in STEAM exposes students to the endless possibilities of STEAM, while celebrating the accomplishments, voices, experiences and power of girls and women.

Tartans Clip Torrey Pines 14-7 in Boys Lacrosse

4/20/2022

St. Margaret's remained in control for the majority of the tilt against the Falcons.

Tartan Boys Volleyball Blanks Sage Hill

4/19/2022

St. Margaret's defeated the Lightning 3-0 Monday evening.

Arts Commitment Ceremony Recognizes 6 Seniors Pursuing Arts in College

4/19/2022

The six students will pursue a variety of majors beginning next school year, ranging from theater to film production to music business at their respective colleges and universities.

Take a Tour of the Barbara Nelson Selected Works Art Exhibit!

4/14/2022

Teachers from each division have selected over 150 Tartans pieces for the exhibit.

St. Margaret's Student-Athletes Commit to Top Colleges During Spring Signing Period

4/13/2022

Five student-athletes from the Class of 2022 committed to continue their academic careers and play intercollegiate athletics during the spring signing period.

Sophomore Reed Wainwright Selected to USA Volleyball U-19 Training Team

4/12/2022

Wainwright joins 13 SoCal area players on the National Team Development Program.

Tartan Baseball Upends Southland Christian With First Perfect Game

4/1/2022

Pitcher Shane Olvera-Harle recorded 16 strikeouts in the win.

Last Second Heroics Propels Tartans Past Cathedral Catholic 16-15

4/1/2022

Minka Martinez put the Tartans on top vs. the Dons.

PHOTOS: Upper School Students Bring Upbeat, Energetic Musical Mamma Mia to Life

4/1/2022

The cast and crew finished an energetic production schedule which included previews to the Upper School, professional community and parents, as well as sold-out performances in the Hurlbut Theater.

March

Tartan Swimming and Diving Teams Have Outstanding Start to Season

3/31/2022

St. Margaret's has produced solid results against stiff competition.

Boys Tennis Bests Webb 13-5

3/30/2022

The Tartans picked up a league win on the road Tuesday.

Tartan Track & Field Program Excels at Mid-Season Meets

3/29/2022

St. Margaret's participated at the OC Championships and Meet of Champions this past weekend.

Tartans Defeat Mater Dei, Remain Unbeaten

3/24/2022

St. Margaret's girls lacrosse dug deep to pull out the win against the Monarchs.

St. Margaret's Baseball Notches Big League Win Over Century

3/24/2022

The Tartans defeated the Centurions 7-0 at Angel Stadium Wednesday afternoon.

Two Tartans Earn All-CIF Recognition

3/24/2022

Dylan Cormac and Matt Groeninger were recently tabbed as All-CIF selections.

PTF Parent Up Speaker Drew Ramsey Explores the Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Health

3/24/2022

Dr. Ramsey dived into the topic of nutritional psychiatry, which he defined as “The use of nutrition to optimize brain health and to treat and prevent mental health disorders.”

St. Margaret’s Celebrates Nowruz with Traditional Activities, Haft-Seen Arrangements and Treats

3/23/2022

The holiday is also known as the Persian New Year, and the history and traditions of the holiday were shared with the St. Margaret’s community this week.

Upper School Student’s Ceramic Artwork Featured in National Exhibition

3/23/2022

The piece was among a handful selected by jurors out of 893 entries up for consideration.

Girls Beach Volleyball Finds Success in Inaugural Season

3/18/2022

The Tartans are 2-0 to start a historic first campaign.

Tartan Baseball Outplays Sage Hill for 9-2 Win

3/16/2022

St. Margaret's kept its league unbeaten streak alive with the victory on Tuesday.

St. Margaret's Boys Volleyball Sinks Dolphins 3-0

3/11/2022

The Tartans continue their winning ways against non-league opponents.

Tartan Boys Golf Bests JSerra

3/11/2022

St. Margaret's took on the Lions at San Juan Hills Thursday afternoon.

Advanced Upper School Spanish Students Visit Museum of Latin American Art

3/11/2022

The museum offered a relevant and important learning opportunity for the students, as they observed and analyzed Latino and Chicano art.

St. Margaret’s Film Students Excel in Unique Storytelling Competition

3/8/2022

The competition was a unique one, as students had to rely solely on footage they did not personally create.

Tartan Lacrosse Programs Shine at Doubleheader Event

3/7/2022

St. Margaret's took on two out-of-area opponents Saturday afternoon.

Young Tartan Track & Field Team Performs Well at First Outing

3/4/2022

St. Margaret's faced Irvine and Esperanza High Schools Thursday afternoon.

Tartan Volleyball Comes Up Big Against JSerra

3/4/2022

St. Margaret's defeated the Lions 3-1 on Thursday evening.

Tartans Notch Third Place Finish at Ontario Christian Golf Tournament

3/3/2022

St. Margaret's boys golf program relied on a team effort for a place on the podium.

Rising Upper School Students Start Process of Selecting Courses for 2022-2023 School Year

3/3/2022

The kick-off to course registration took place at the Course and Community Fair in Pasternack Field House.

Tartans Have Strong Showing at Laguna Hills Model UN Conference

3/3/2022

St. Margaret’s had a small but mighty team at the Laguna Hills Invitational Model United Nations Conference last weekend.

Tartan Surf Team Defeats Laguna Beach 44-42

3/2/2022

St. Margaret's pulled off a huge win this past weekend.

February

Tartan Boys Lacrosse Opens Season at Full Steam

2/28/2022

St. Margaret's is 2-0 to start the 2022 campaign.

St. Margaret's Baseball Downs St. Anthony 4-1

2/28/2022

The Tartans opened the 2022 season on the right foot.

St. Margaret's Girls Lacrosse Triumphs in Season Opener

2/18/2022

The Tartans defeated Aliso Niguel 15-7 on Wednesday.

St. Margaret’s Junior Tina Mai Wins New York Times’ Student Review Contest

2/18/2022

Tina was one of nine winners chosen out of 4,000 entries from around the world.

Tartans Young and Old Use Early Childhood School Demonstration Lab for Service Learning

2/18/2022

Students in St. Margaret’s Upper School and Early Childhood School interacted and served in the school's Demonstration Lab.

TIDE and Upper School Affinity Group Lead Student Celebration of Black History Month

2/18/2022

St. Margaret’s Upper School students celebrated Black History Month through a variety of educational touchpoints, fundraisers and more.

Tartans Down Valley Christian to Advance to Boys Soccer CIF-SS Quarterfinals

2/16/2022

St. Margaret's held on for a 1-0 win Tuesday evening.

PHOTOS: US Physiology Students Creatively Transform Human Digestive System Into a Theme Park

2/16/2022

Physiology students demonstrated their understanding of the human digestive system by turning the entire process into a theme park ride.

Registration Open: 2022 Girls in STEAM Symposium to Bring Together Female Professionals With Talented, Eager Students

2/16/2022

St. Margaret’s Episcopal School is inviting girls and young women to the sixth annual Girls in STEAM Symposium, an inspiring day bringing together female professionals and talented, eager students enthusiastic about STEAM and female empowerment.

St. Margaret's Surf Team Notches Win Against Santa Margarita

2/14/2022

The Tartans prevailed 59-27 over the weekend

‘The 2022 I Hope For’ – Upper School Looks Ahead at Moving Honors Assembly

2/14/2022

The assembly featured two senior speakers who shared their thoughts on looking ahead to 2022 with optimism and hope.

Tartan Soccer Programs Gearing up for CIF Postseason

2/10/2022

Both St. Margaret's soccer programs are poised for success in playoff action.

Native American Artifacts Exhibit Brings New Cultural Learning Opportunity to Tartans

2/10/2022

The exhibit is an effort to celebrate and honor the Native American people and community, and is a joint collaboration between the Upper School TIDE student leadership group and the Windes family.

PHOTOS: 2022 Coffeehouse Cabaret Showcases Student Artistry Under the Stars

2/9/2022

The performance was set in a Parisian café style atmosphere with tables, delicious charcuterie and warm beverages.

Cinematic Arts Students’ Talented Work Spotlighted at Winter Film Festival

2/8/2022

More than 20 films were showcased, from both Upper School and Middle School cinematic arts students.

PTF Parent Up Speaker Wendy Suzuki Shares Her Expertise on Managing Anxiety

2/4/2022

In her talks, Dr. Suzuki dove into the feelings of anxiety and scientifically proven methods of combatting anxious feelings

St. Margaret’s Leads California Independent Schools in Mission-Centered Data Analysis

2/4/2022

Last week, Upper School Principal Jeneen Graham presented St. Margaret's data analysis method at the 2022 CAIS Trustee/School Head Conference, to help other schools measure and improve on the most essential aspect of their institutions: their missions.

Four Tartans Tabbed as All-CIF in Football

2/3/2022

Trey Kingsley, Jack Ruff, Derek Smith and Will Stahl earned Div. IX All-CIF recognition.

Tartan Artists and Writers Honored in 2022 Regional Scholastic Awards

2/3/2022

Tartans won 83 art awards and 34 writing awards in the West Coast Regional At-Large Divisions, including 23 Gold Key winners.

Curt Lee Named Head Girls Beach Volleyball Coach at St. Margaret's

2/2/2022

Lee will take the helm during the inaugural season of girls beach volleyball.

St. Margaret's Student-Athletes Commit to Top Colleges and Universities During Winter Signing Period

2/2/2022

Three student-athletes from the Class of 2022 committed to continue their academic careers and play intercollegiate athletics during the winter signing period.

January

Boys Basketball and Boys Soccer Celebrate Seniors With League Victories

1/28/2022

Basketball and soccer notched crucial league wins Thursday evening.

Tartan Girls Soccer Bounces Back With 3-1 Win Over Sage Hill

1/28/2022

St. Margaret's picked up a much-needed league win on the road.

Upper School Recognizes International Holocaust Remembrance Day During Chapel

1/28/2022

International Holocaust Remembrance Day was designated for January 27 by The United Nations General Assembly as an annual day of commemoration to honor the victims of the Holocaust.

Language and Culture Week Fills Upper School With Celebrations and Education

1/27/2022

The activities and educational opportunities were organized by the world languages department with contributions from many other members of the St. Margaret’s community.

Upper School Deepens College Counseling Curriculum for Junior Class with Workshop Series

1/27/2022

The college counselors led the first of five planned workshops for the Class of 2023, as the students move closer to the college admissions process.

St. Margaret's Boys Soccer Sinks Webb 4-1

1/26/2022

The Tartans traveled to Claremont and came away with an important league win.

Tartan Girls Basketball Nets Win on Senior Night

1/25/2022

St. Margaret's defeated visiting Webb 47-24.

Upper School Science Students Enjoy Insightful Presentation From a Solar Astronomer

1/21/2022

Dr. Dima discussed his experiences as a scientist and the challenges that solar astronomers face when studying the sun.

Upper School Students Shine in National Film Festival Competition

1/20/2022

Students split up into teams and had four days to write, shoot, and edit a horror movie incorporating required elements.

St. Margaret’s Class of 2022 Receiving Early Acceptances to Top Colleges and Universities

1/14/2022

St. Margaret’s students are poised for another strong year in college admissions.

St. Margaret’s Community Comes Together to Serve Young Families Through New ‘Infant Pantry’ Program

1/14/2022

A new program organized is helping Orange County families with infants and young children—and the St. Margaret’s community has rallied around the effort.