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A window into everyday life at a school small enough to know every child. See what our students are making, learning, and celebrating.

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The Value of Homework

Jan 13, 2026

There is a new trend in education to discount the value of homework, with some schools eliminating it altogether. For almost 50 years, Del Mar Pines has assigned homework to first through sixth grade students, and we believe an appropriate amount of homework is an effective part of how children learn.

Fully Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Since 2007

Del Mar Pines has been accredited by WASC since 2007, a voluntary seal of approval that validates a school's academic quality and integrity.

A pile of bright orange pumpkins with greenish-brown stems, closely arranged together.

Nov 4, 2025

Math is Fun at Pumpkin Prediction Day

Can you tell how many seeds are in a pumpkin just by looking at it? Our second and fourth graders love this real-world take on estimation, measurement, and data analysis.

A teacher and two students in headphones smiling at a table with an iPad and worksheets

Oct 17, 2025

Small Group Instruction Improves Learning

Small, ability-based groups in Math and Language Arts make sure every student receives individual attention and is challenged at just the right level.

Del Mar Pines students at Multicultural Day.

May 1, 2025

DMP Multicultural Day 2025

On April 23rd, Del Mar Pines celebrated cultures from around the world at our annual Multicultural Day.

Mar 4, 2025

March Art Challenge: Inspired by the Seasons

Parents and students, separately or together, are invited to create a work of art this month.

Del Mar Pines Summer Discoveries 2025 day camp graphic.

Feb 24, 2025

Summer Discovery Day Camp Registration Opens March 15th

Our Summer Discoveries Day Camp is one of the best in the county. Registration opens March 15th.

Wyland mural created by Del Mar Pines School students in 2025.

Jan 17, 2025

DMP Wins 12th Annual Wyland National Art Challenge

For the second time, Del Mar Pines takes first place in the Wyland National Art Challenge.

Dec 16, 2024

3rd Grade Wins Typing Challenge

Del Mar Pines students in third through sixth grade took part in an at-home typing challenge.

Books on a library shelf at Del Mar Pines School.

Dec 2, 2024

Scholastic Book Fair Success

Thanks to all our enthusiastic readers and shoppers, the Del Mar Pines Scholastic Book Fair closed with great results.