The Future Starts Here
The Hub is our investment in interdisciplinary problem-solvers. Throughout the three-story facility, students will identify and research problems, ideate and collaborate with peers and mentors, and learn how to use their voices and minds to better humanity.
By Jeff Terwin, Ph.D. - Head of School
At this year’s first all-school assembly, it was important to me that our graduating Lifers walked hand-in-hand with our Tiny Torreys to the applause of their fellow students.
Why? Because it symbolizes that we are better together.
This sense of community inspired the vision for The Hub—a central space on campus where students explore their biggest ideas, and our community learns alongside the next generation of leaders.
Leaders like Ariana Ludwig ’26, who, in addition to playing varsity field hockey and serving on the Eco-Action team, produced color-changing silicone sensory devices for children with complex medical needs at Rady Children’s Hospital. Ariana showcased her work at the Abilities Expo in Los Angeles and continues to engage with teachers and parents inspired by her project.
Then there are Ariana’s classmates, Allison Casey and Carter Feinman ’24, who won two top prizes at The Jacobs Teen Innovation Challenge just days before graduation. They designed IlluminArt, a visual and tactile lightbox for children with mobility and cognitive disabilities
I’m inspired by the fact that when our local children’s hospital came to our students with a problem, Torreys evaluated solutions, prototyped, and engaged in an interactive process to create a positive impact. I’m equally inspired by Allison and Carter’s decision to donate their prize money to younger classmates to encourage future innovators and continue this important work
The Hub is our investment in interdisciplinary problem-solvers.
This sense of community inspired the vision for The Hub—a central space on campus where students explore their biggest ideas, and our community learns alongside the next generation of leaders.
Leaders like Ariana Ludwig ’26, who, in addition to playing varsity field hockey and serving on the Eco-Action team, produced color-changing silicone sensory devices for children with complex medical needs at Rady Children’s Hospital. Ariana showcased her work at the Abilities Expo in Los Angeles and continues to engage with teachers and parents inspired by her project.
Then there are Ariana’s classmates, Allison Casey and Carter Feinman ’24, who won two top prizes at The Jacobs Teen Innovation Challenge just days before graduation. They designed IlluminArt, a visual and tactile lightbox for children with mobility and cognitive disabilities
I’m inspired by the fact that when our local children’s hospital came to our students with a problem, Torreys evaluated solutions, prototyped, and engaged in an interactive process to create a positive impact. I’m equally inspired by Allison and Carter’s decision to donate their prize money to younger classmates to encourage future innovators and continue this important work
The Hub is our investment in interdisciplinary problem-solvers.
Throughout the three-story facility, students will identify and research problems, ideate and collaborate with peers and mentors, and learn how to use their voices and minds to better humanity. We’ll hear a buzzing of thoughtful conversations and productive debates as our students engage in solving complex problems
The world is changing rapidly, and we know we must equip our students to be not only thoughtful consumers but more importantly ethical creators. If we emphasize student engagement with The Hub from a young age, research shows that they will make a larger impact beyond these walls. Being flexible, adaptive, and responsive to change will set our graduates on a successful and purposeful path.
The next few years, leading up to the 2026 centennial celebration, will be exciting and inspiring. Like our Lifers and pre-K students, anything is possible when we come together. Let’s create a future where every question leads to new possibilities.
Go Torreys!
Jeff Terwin, Ph.D.
Head of School