If your child will be absent from school for any reason, please send an email to camsattendance@classicalacademy.com to let us know. If your child misses any schoolwork due to an absence, please do not hesitate to contact your cohort teacher. They will be more than happy to provide you with the necessary materials and support to help your child catch up.
Monday, August 12th - Welcome Back email from your Cohort Teacher
Thursday, August 15th – Jumpstart (7:30am-12:00pm)
Monday, August 19th – Badger Breakdown (12:00pm-3:00pm)
Tuesday, August 20th – Badger Breakdown ( 8:30am-1:00pm)
Thursday, August 22nd – First Day of School Badger Boot Camp (8:25am-11:45am)
Tuesday, August 27th - The First Full Day of School (8:25am -3:15pm)
Monday, September 2nd - Labor Day Holiday - No School
Wednesday, September 4th - Coffee Chat (10:30am)
Monday, September 9th - Office Hours (9:00am - 10:30am)
Monday, September 9th - Board Meeting @ Coastal TK (3:30pm)
Thursday, September 12th - Back To School Night (5:00pm-6:30pm)
Monday, September 16th - Wednesday, September 18th - Catalina Trip
Monday, September 16th - Office Hours (9:00am - 10:30am)
Dear Parents,
The CAMS team are making our final preparations for the start of school. This summer we have completed several campus improvement projects…
Paint touch-ups, cleaning, repairing, new whiteboards, new furniture, and a ton of other things to spruce up the place!
New bleachers (thank you ASB!) which will provide additional seating during pep rallies.
A sturdy new storage building to replace the “Cave”.
Moving a wall to create additional space in one of our Flex offices.
Deep cleaning of all carpets and floors.
The office team has been busy enrolling, scheduling, ordering books and supplies, giving tours, speaking to parents, updating records, and getting everything ready for the start of school.
Mr. Powell and I have been meeting with incoming students and families, updating documents and procedures, overseeing projects, and laying the groundwork for a great year!
Enjoy pictures of some of our summer projects and a pic of our new teachers who are excited to join the Badger community!
All teachers and staff return to campus on Monday, August 12 and we are all super excited to meet our new families and welcome back our returning families. We are gearing up for an amazing year of learning, new friendships, a welcoming and safe community, and lots of fun! Last week, I shared an email with everything you need to know for the start of school. If you missed the email, be sure to check it out here!
You will be receiving an email from your cohort teacher in the afternoon of Monday, August 12. Your cohort teacher will be your biggest supporter, cheerleader, and guide over the course of this year. You will conference with your cohort teacher and your student will participate in fun community building activities with their cohort throughout the year.
I am looking forward to a great year partnering with your family! See you soon, at Jumpstart, Badger Breakdown, and Boot Camp!
In partnership,
Mrs. Morrow, Classical Academy Middle School Principal
Go Badgers!
Helpful Info For 2024-2025
Did you fill out all the required digital forms? Please be on the lookout for your Master Agreement/ Acknowledgement of Responsibility Form in your inbox during the week of July 22. You also should have received a Household Data Collection Form the first week of August. If you do not complete these forms you will not be able to start school. If you need help please email Rachel Dove at rdove@classicalacademy.com
Monday, August 12th - Welcome Back email from your new Cohort Teacher
Thursday, August 15th - Jumpstart Parent Conference (Learn more here)
Monday, August 19th, 12:00-3:00 or Tuesday, August 20, 8:30-1:00 - Badger Breakdown Mandatory attendance on one of these dates by homeschooling parent and student for orientation, to sign forms, pick up books, get your schedule, meet your cohort teacher, and take your school picture). You will sign up for a time in the August 12th email from your cohort teacher.
Thursday, August 22nd - First Day of School! Badger Boot Camp! 8:25 - 11:45
Click here to see the 24/25 Academic Calendar (all dates subject to change)
Welcome Back Email
Did you miss our Welcome Back email that went out on Monday, August 1st? Please check your spam box and be sure to add our email address to your contacts so you see all future communication. Check out the email HERE
Technology Assistance
To support academic learning and complete assigned coursework, The Classical Academies will have optional Chromebooks available for home use to students who request them. These devices will be checked out to the student, like textbooks are, and must be returned to the school at the end of the school year.
Please note: All students will have access to school Chromebooks during the school day. These extra Chromebooks are for home academic use only and may not be brought to school.
To request a Chromebook for your student for home use, please fill out the 2024-2025 Equipment Request Form. There is also a question on this form about assistance with internet connectivity. Please only reply YES to that question if you are in need of assistance with internet access at home and request a hotspot to complete assignments.
Please complete the linked form by Wednesday, August 14 in order to receive your device(s) at book pickup. Any requests after this date will be available to pick up after school on Thursday, August 22. Note: Parents must be present to pick up digital devices.
Please bring the signed Technology Checkout Form with you if you have requested a Chromebook or internet assistance.
Meet The Team
We have many familiar faces and a few new ones to CAMS this year. Check out our CAMS Team page to get to know them all!
Volunteer Opportunities
Are you interested in volunteering at CAMS? This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents, check out our amazing campus and make an impact on our CAMS community.
We will have several opportunities throughout the year, click the link below to find out more!
JumpStart Parent Education Conference
The Annual JumpStart Parent Education Conference inspires, connects, and motivates parents as they kick off the school year. The conference features a keynote address, over 50 educational break-out sessions, and the opportunity to network with other parents. Break-out sessions include various topics to address the needs of TK-12 students, from learning to read to preparing seniors for college. This event is free for all Classical Academy parents.
This year’s JumpStart Parent Education Conference will be held on Thursday, August 15th, 2024, at Classical Academy High School’s Studio campus. The event will be held in person. This is a parent-only event, and childcare is not provided.
Picture Day
School pictures will be taken during the Badger Breakdown on August 19th & 20th. You do not need to bring any payment for pictures as you will receive a proof to choose your photos a week later. These photos will be used for your student ID & in the yearbook, so be sure to come dressed your best!
See attached flyer for more info!
Picture Day flyer 24-25.pdfSave The Date: 7th Grade Catalina Trip
Time to prepare for the upcoming Catalina 7th grade trip! At this three-day, two-night camp, students will explore marine science, view sea creatures, snorkel, kayak, and more.
Quick Facts:
Dates: September 16-18, 2024
Registration: Waitlist - please CLICK HERE to add your student to the waitlist
Cost: $455.00
Learn more on the Catalina FAQ page.
8th Grade Fall East Coast Trip
Quick Facts:
Dates: November 14-21, 2024
Registration: Waitlist now open
Deposit Due: To register on the waitlist, a fully refundable deposit of $406 is due. If a spot opens up, then the deposit is no longer refundable as you are now on the trip!
Cost: $3069
More information can be found on the attached flyer.
See the Frequently Asked Questions link below for more information. See you on the trip!
East Coast Trip 24-25.pdf
Extracurricular Contact List (click for more info)
CAMS offers several school sponsored activities that students can sign up to participate in. If you would like to learn more about these activities check out the attached spreadsheet for meeting dates, locations, and contact information.
Badger Sports: Flag Football
CAMS Boys Flag Football will be starting mid to late August. Our exact times and locations are currently in progress. Subject to change, we are looking at the following:
Wednesday, Aug 21 - open practice at Emmanuel Faith
Friday Aug 23 - open practice at location TBD
Monday, Aug 26 - Tryouts at location TBD
Wednesday Aug 28 - Tryouts at location TBD
Friday, Aug 30 - First Practice with Rostered Players at location TBD
Monday, Sept 2 - No Practice: Labor Day
Wednesday, Sept 4 - regular practice at Emmanuel Faith
Friday, Sept 6 - First Game
Again, this is a preliminary schedule that is subject to change, but allows you to generally plan for the upcoming season! Stay tuned to each Badger Buzz on Fridays for our finalized schedule!
Go Badgers!
CAMS Girls Volleyball
CAMS Girls Volleyball is starting soon at the East Valley Community Center!
Monday, Aug 12 - open gym practice
Monday, Aug 19 - open gym practice
Monday Aug 26 - tryouts
Open gym practice, tryouts, and season practices will all be from 1-3pm at the East Valley Community Center. If your child makes the roster, the cost for the season is $150 (if cost is an issue, please let me know- we can always work something out) Nothing needs to be paid until after tryouts.
Mondays are practice and Fridays are games. After tryouts we will hold a parent meeting and go over all the details and by then we will have a game schedule. Season runs until mid-October.
Amber Stehly and Alisa Suitor have both agreed to come back as coaches!
I am looking forward to a fun camp and an exciting CAMS season! Please let me know if you have any questions!
Coach Jen, Amber, & Alisa
Contact Jen Hernandez jhernandez@classicalacademy.com
CAMS Dance Team
AUDITION - 8:45-9:45am on September 11th at the California Center for The Arts, studio 4
COST - $150 participation fee, which includes a Dance T-shirt
SIGN UP - Click Here To Sign Up
Questions? Click HERE to view flyer
or Contact Halley Baker - hbaker@classicalacademy.com
Musical Theater
Best of Broadway Class Showcase
AUDITION - We will hold auditions during the first 2 weeks of class.
DURATION OF CLASSES - August 26-October 23
COST - $125 participation fee. Students will be responsible to make/purchase costume.
Signups: Signups are open until August 21, lottery results will be emailed by August 23. Click Here To Sign Up
Questions? See the attached flyer or Contact Kara Howard - khoward@classicalacademy.com
Band & Choir
Do you enjoy or have an interest in music? Maybe singing or playing an instrument? Whether you are a natural performer, or you only sing in the car, we invite anyone with an interest in music to check out Classical’s Band and Choir Programs. Any info meeting was held in early June, more information can be found on the links below
To view the zoom meeting recording click here
To view the slide show click here
Choir Interest Form Band Interest Form
Please email jstubbs@classicalacademy.com for immediate questions
School Info & Resources
Math Helpline (click for more info)
Math Helpline for 4th-8th Grade Students
The Classical Academies will be offering live online math help for students and parents! Come and work on current, recent, and approaching lessons with Ms.Aguilar!
The Helpline will be available on the following days and times:
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:00 PM & 1:00-3:00 PM
Join by checking your Schoology math course or tcalearn.com/mathhelpline
Permission To Walk Off Campus (click for more info)
Is your student going to be walking off campus after school? If so they must have a permission to walk/bike off campus form filled out and turned into the front office. The form can be found HERE
Medication Policy for 2024/2025 school year (click for more info)
If your student will require medication at school, at any time during the year, please print the required medication form here and turn it into the front office. We are not able to administer any medication (prescription or over-the-counter), without a doctor's signature, and the medication must be in the original container. Additionally, if your student will be carrying medication, you still need to fill out the medication form, have it signed my a doctor, and your student also needs to fill out the self-carry medication form. If your student requires an EPI PEN to be used on campus the following form must be filled out and returned to campus. This will better allow us to assist your student with possible reactions and side effects of your students allergies and gives us an action plan to care for your student properly.
Please note: We cannot accept any medication form for the 2023-2024 school year if it is dated before July 1, 2024. All forms must be signed & dated by your doctor after this date to be active for the school year.
CLICK HERE to read the medication policy TCA schools put into effect for the 2024-2025 school year.
Cell Phone Policy (click for more info)
Hello Awesome CAMS Parents!
One of the things I have most appreciated about CAMS as a parent, teacher, and administrator, is the commitment to having students engaged in class and with each other during breaks instead of their cell phones! Yes these devices can serve as excellent vehicles for communication and learning, however especially in the junior high setting, they often prove far more distracting and problematic on many levels.
The expectation for students is:
Any time on campus 8am - 3:15pm: cell phone turned off and in backpack
Student may text or call ONLY with staff approval in front office
If you need to get in touch with your student, please call our front office at 760-520-6800. We are very happy to deliver a message, have them come to the office to talk, etc.
If your student does not keep to this policy we will begin the following process:
1st Offense: Email home to you - phone held in office and student may pick it up at the end of the school day.
2nd Offense: Email home to you - phone held in the office and a parent or guardian must pick up the phone at the end of the day.
3rd Offense: You will receive a phone call from me to discuss/strategize on how we as a parent/admin team can partner together to keep this from continuing to happen.
Again, thank you for your support on this important piece of our school culture of student learning, focus, safety, and engagement!
Mr. Powell
School Meal Program (click for more info)
The Classical Academies is pleased to offer every student one free breakfast meal kit, and one free lunch meal kit each workshop day they are on campus. Both meals must be pre-ordered through the forms linked below and are available for pick up at the Snack Shack.
When students are on campus during a breakfast or lunch period, they will be able to choose from the available pre-packaged breakfast kit or pre-packaged lunch kit at the scheduled appropriate meal time. Breakfast is scheduled during the morning break from 10:00-10:10 and lunch is scheduled from 12:25-12:40.
Each pre-packaged breakfast kit includes breakfast cereal, dried fruit, unsweetened regular applesauce, graham crackers, and low-fat milk. Each pre-packaged lunch kit includes an entree like chicken salad, Wow Butter cup, or hummus, along with sides like sunflower kernels, cheese stick, or soy nuts. It also includes unsweetened regular or flavored applesauce or dried fruit, a vegetable juice blend, crackers/chips, and low-fat milk.
Our meal program is available to all students, regardless of eligibility status, who are on campus longer than two hours for an educational purpose. All kits must be pre-ordered online. A link to the order form is available below.
Questions? Speak to your school’s front office or email us at meals@classicalacademy.com.
Use this link to order your student’s breakfast kit: Breakfast Kit Order Form
Use this link to order your student’s lunch kit: Lunch Kit Order Form
Classical Academies AB 748 Compliance Poster (1) (1).pdf
Alissa Atkins - CAMS School Counselor aatkins@classicalacademy.com
Need A Break?
Sometimes life can be challenging and stressful. This Virtual Calm Room was created to serve as a break and to help you find new ways to identify & manage strong emotions and build your resilience. These resources will hopefully allow you to reset back to a calm state of mind and body.
CAMS Carpool
Are you looking to set up a carpool for your student? Fill out this form and we will post contact information here for you to connect with other parents. Your information will be shared here for the duration of the school year. If you would like your information to be removed from the Buzz please contact the front office.
Carpool Contact List (click for more info)
Parent Name: Betsy Chance/Server
Parent Email: bchance@solarturbines.com
Location: Rancho Bernardo
Parent Name: Erin Smith
Parent Email: eer73@hotmail.com
Location: SantaLuz / near intersection of Camino Del Sur and Carmel Valley Road
Parent Name: Daria Gurevich
Parent Email: d86inbox@gmail.com
Location: Merge 56, near 56 and Camino Del Sur
Parent Name: Marie Aquino
Parent Email: marieagapepa@gmail.com
Location: Historic Escondido right by the school
Parent Name: Crystal Anderson
Parent Email: Faust.c1212@gmail.com
Location: Camino del Sur/Carmel Valley Road
Parent Name: Sophie Muller
Parent Email: Smuller@nubeware.com
Location: San Marcos Discovery Lake area
*The information in this section is provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only. It is independent of Classical Academy Middle School and is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by The Classical Academies. Please contact the service provider directly with all questions or concerns. *
Socal Volleyball Club
Looking for something to keep the kids physically active and off video games this summer?
Check out the SOCAL Volleyball Club, more info can be found in the attached flyer.
image0.jpegRoller Hockey Opportunity
Interested in playing CIF Co-ed Roller Hockey at Classical Academy High next year?*
We are putting together a recreational team with Classical players for the spring season that starts in April. All practices and games are at the Kit Carson rink.
This is a great opportunity to meet the coaches and players. Please contact Kelly Logan at (714) 785-1408 with any questions and to be placed on the Classical team.
To sign up, go to http://www.sdinlinehockey.com/home
*Open to all students at Classical Academy High Studio and PLC.
Roller Hockey Flyer(1).pdf Free Online Homework Help from the California State Library
The California State Library recently announced a free online tutoring service for CA K-12 students. Live, real-time homework assistance is available 24 hours a day by laptop, tablet, or phone from qualified virtual tutors using state curriculum and standards.
24/7 assistance is available in English and Spanish for Language Arts and Mathematics.
Additionally, assistance is available in other core K-12 subjects between 10 am and 10 pm in these languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Tagalog
To get started, tap here to open the website. Then follow the steps in the drop down below:
Click for Online Homework Help instructions:
On the first screen:
Next screen:
Now, choose “Live Tutoring.”
Choose grade level and subject area.
The actual tutoring screen will look like this.
Free Transit Passes For Students
Free Transit Passes for Students - Unlimited Rides on Bus, Trolley, COASTER & SPRINTER
SANDAG's Youth Opportunity Transit Pass allows anyone 18 and under to ride San Diego transit (bus, trolley, Coaster, and Sprinter) for free. There are several ways children and families can take advantage of this opportunity, such as using their existing online bus pass or getting a hard copy card through SANDAG.
In order to take advantage of the free pass, riders must have a Youth PRONTO app account or card. Riders who do not have a Youth PRONTO pass may either download one on a smartphone or pick up a free card from the MTS Transit Store, NCTD Customer Service Centers or select community organizations. For more information, visit the SANDAG website.
Comments, Suggestions, Great Ideas….
Do you have a comment, suggestion, idea to share? We have a special email address just for you, comments@classicalacademy.com. Your partnership is valued. Your ideas strengthen our programs. We look forward to hearing from you soon.