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Kirby School Kirby School in Santa Cruz, CA, is a middle and high school known for its excellence in academics, exceptional arts, small classes, and inspiring faculty.

What a joy to spend the weekend at the Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair! Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table ...
10/05/2026

What a joy to spend the weekend at the Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair! Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table to say hello, swap stories, and celebrate the many cultures that make our community so vibrant.

It was a wonderful chance to share one of our favorite spaces on campus: the Cultural Center. Throughout the year, this room hosts celebrations from across our community, many of them planned and led by students sharing a piece of their own heritage. Already this year, students have gathered to honor Latine Heritage Month, celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, and share apples and honey for Rosh Hashanah, wishing one another a sweet year ahead. From red paper lanterns to handmade garlands, the Progress Pride flag, and a bright graffiti mural, the space keeps a little of every tradition that passes through it.

On quieter days, it’s a calm corner to study, talk, or simply take a breath. Students, families, and staff are always welcome, and if you haven’t visited yet, we’d love to show you around!

Why do we spend the second week of school out of the classroom?Because some things can’t be learned at a desk. Every fal...
08/22/2026

Why do we spend the second week of school out of the classroom?

Because some things can’t be learned at a desk. Every fall, each grade level heads out on retreat to stretch their comfort zones and do it together, as a class.

Swipe through to see where each grade began the year.

The best part of a new school year? Coming back to the people and the place you love. We (Griffin) Gathered, we laughed ...
08/13/2026

The best part of a new school year? Coming back to the people and the place you love. We (Griffin) Gathered, we laughed our way through a whole-school game of rock paper scissors, and we shared a picnic in the park. Welcome back, Griffins 💙

Greetings from South Africa🇿🇦Students have been immersed in the history, culture, and landscape of South Africa for the ...
06/24/2026

Greetings from South Africa🇿🇦

Students have been immersed in the history, culture, and landscape of South Africa for the past week. Trip leader and Kirby history teacher Eva Schewe teaches “History, Literature & Art of South Africa,” and taking students to see the places they’ve studied has been a long-held goal.

The group began in Johannesburg at Constitution Hill and the Apartheid Museum, then continued to Kruger National Park for two days of safari, the dramatic Panorama Route, and the streets of Soweto where so much of the country’s history toward democracy unfolded. Now the group is in Cape Town, with Robben Island ahead. Swipe to see their journey so far.

To close out the school year, the yearbook team is sharing their favorite moments. Arts Editor Adelaide Clark reflected ...
05/29/2026

To close out the school year, the yearbook team is sharing their favorite moments. Arts Editor Adelaide Clark reflected on the spring musical. What’s your favorite Kirby memory this year?

To close out the school year, the yearbook team is sharing their favorite moments. Sports Editor Charlotte Walker reflec...
05/28/2026

To close out the school year, the yearbook team is sharing their favorite moments. Sports Editor Charlotte Walker reflected on the boys basketball playoff game. What’s your favorite Kirby memory this year? Drop it in the comments.

To close out the school year, the yearbook team is sharing their favorite moments. Student Life Editor DJ Durbin reflect...
05/27/2026

To close out the school year, the yearbook team is sharing their favorite moments. Student Life Editor DJ Durbin reflected on Winter Formal. What’s your favorite Kirby memory this year?

To close out the school year, the yearbook editors are sharing their favorite moments. Senior Editor Evan Jacobs reflect...
05/26/2026

To close out the school year, the yearbook editors are sharing their favorite moments. Senior Editor Evan Jacobs reflected on the Senior Sunrise. What’s your favorite Kirby memory this year?

Earth Day 🌏The community came together for our annual Earth Day celebration featuring hands-on workshops and presentatio...
04/24/2026

Earth Day 🌏

The community came together for our annual Earth Day celebration featuring hands-on workshops and presentations. Topics spanned arts, STEM, and humanities: from clothing swaps to bike repairs to jewelry making, there was something for everybody.

This week, Kirby’s Chamber Choir is in Gainesville performing alongside UF’s Concert Choir and Chamber Singers under Dr....
04/17/2026

This week, Kirby’s Chamber Choir is in Gainesville performing alongside UF’s Concert Choir and Chamber Singers under Dr. Will Kesling. It’s a full circle moment for Choral Director Dr. Shichu Xie who studied under Dr. Will Kesling at UF. Now he’s back, with his own students, performing on the same stage.

“As a UF alumnus, I know firsthand the rigor and transformative power of this program. Dr. Kesling’s mentorship shaped my journey as a conductor, and I am honored to share this circle of excellence with my students.” — Dr. Shichu Xie

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425 Encinal Street
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 3:35pm
Tuesday 8:25am - 3:35pm
Wednesday 8:25am - 2pm
Thursday 8:25am - 3:35pm
Friday 8:25am - 2pm

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+18314230658

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