Welcome to Torrey Hills School
Educational Philosophy
Welcome to kindergarten! It is a magical year full of learning, playing, and growing together. I value each child's unique strengths, interests, and talents. It is a joy to watch young learners shine in a community built on trust and respect. I strive to create opportunities that allow students to become critical thinkers and problem solvers. We celebrate when students make meaningful connections and achieve new goals. I believe each child will thrive in a warm and engaging environment which facilitates exceptional learning. With a dynamic team of educators, I welcome collaboration and strong communication with families to support all children in reaching their full potential. I encourage families to stay in touch and contact me with any questions.
Stephanie Cluxton | Torrey Hills School | 10830 Calle Mar De Mariposa | San Diego | scluxton@dmusd.org
Degrees, Certification & Accomplishments
Bachelor of Arts, Art History, University of California, Irvine 1988
Multiple Subject Professional Clear Credential, 1990
Cross Cultural Language and Academic Development Certificate, 1995
UCI Writing Project Fellow, 1995
Saddleback Valley Unified School District, 1990 - 1995
Irvine Unified School District, 1995 - 1997
Del Mar Union School District, 1997 - Present
32 years of experience, including 26 years in Del Mar Union (Grades K, 2, 3, 6)
Trained in The Institute for Multi-Sensory Education's Orton-Guillingham Program, 2022
Torrey Hills Teacher of the Year 2021 - 2022
Del Mar Union Teacher of the Year 2021 - 2022
San Diego County Teacher of the Year 2022-23
Life Outside of the Hawk's Nest
I am the mother of two beautiful children and treasure our family time.
My daughter is a DMUSD Speech & Language Pathologist and
my son in a first year law student.
My husband is a retired Navy Pilot.
I love indoor cycling, traveling, pickleball and our golden retriever.