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, June 3rd - Final Office Hours Of The Year(9:00am-10:30am)
Tuesday, June 4th - Half Day - CAMS In The Community (8:25am-11:45am)
Wednesday, June 5th - Half Day - ASB Rally & BBQ Party (8:25am-11:45am)
Wednesday, June 5th - Promotion Practice @TCA (1:0pm-2:00pm)
Thursday, June 6th - Home School Day
Thursday, June 6th - Promotion (5:00pm - 6:00pm)
Friday, June 7th - Last Day Of School
Friday, June 7th - Wednesday, June 12th - Final Conferences
Monday, July 1st- Friday, July 12th - Summer Break
Hello Parents,
Wow, what a jam-packed week! Students dissected frogs, gave presentations, read and wrote poetry, created positive chalk-art messages, enjoyed a gallery walk, played historical board games, and more! 160 8th grade students and staff enjoying lunch and a movie on The Great Escape. Congratulations to our 8th graders for 5 weeks of committing to saying kind things, doing kind things, and getting their work turned in!
Next week are our final 2 workshop days. Please note these are half days!
June 4, 8:25 - 11:45 - CAMS in the Community - Students should wear their Badger shirts and make sure that they have turned in their permission slips!
June 5, 8:25 - 11:45 - LAST workshop day: Yearbooks, ASB BBQ, and goodbyes.
June 5 - 8th grade promotion practice @1:00 at the TCA/BV campus
June 6 and 7 are Home Days
June 6 - Promotion! Congratulations to our 8th grade students!
June 7 is the last day of school!
June 10 - 12 Conferences
As we close out the year let me say it has been an honor serving your students this year!
In partnership,
Mrs. Morrow, Principal
Save The Date: 8th Grade Promotion
Date: Thursday, June 6th, 2024 - 8th Grade Students Arrive: 4:00 pm
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: The Classical Academy, 2950 South Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido 92025
**Promotion Rehearsal for 8th Grade Students: Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 1:00 pm - students arrive 12:45. This will take place at TCA- Bear Valley campus
Book Return
Book return will be on Friday, June 7 and also Monday and Tuesday, June 10 & 11 from 8:30am-3:30pm. Students/Parents need to return their books and devices (chromebooks/chargers and hotspots) outside the bookroom on their conference day.
If you did not receive a list of items checked out to your student, please reach out to your conference teacher or email Rebecca Powell rpowell@classicalacademy.com
Badger Sports: Flag Football
Hello Parents! Our Badger sports program is one of the finest and most competitive in our community and we are looking for a few parents to continue that tradition this fall for our boys flag football team.
We have one coach and are looking for one or two more that could help lead our teams next year. The commitment is:
One practice a week (3:30-5pm @ Emmanuel Faith Community Church field on Wednesdays)
One game a week (typically Fridays at 1pm)
Season starts late August with tryouts and final game mid October
If you would like help in this way, please reach out to me at tpowell@classicalacademy.com and I will connect you with our other parent volunteer coach! Thank you so much and I'm looking forward to another fun season in Badger Sports world!! Go Badgers!
CAMS Girls Volleyball
There is a big change for next season! Due to gym availability CAMS will be shifting their practice time to 1-3pm at the East Valley Community Center! Practices start August 12th! Tryouts will start on August 26th (the Monday after school starts). 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
Middle School Volleyball Camp
Our high school team puts on a camp every year. It is a great opportunity for your daughters to connect with and meet high school athletes and it begins preparing them for their high school experience and to start building friendships with athletes that they will be playing with at some point. (This camp also works as a fundraiser for our high school program) This camp is open to all incoming 6th graders through outgoing 8th graders. It is also open to the community, so invite friends!!! It is such a fun camp! Click HERE
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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. If you are interested, please join our Zoom info meeting on June 5th, at 3:30pm (meeting will be recorded and documents shown will be saved and can be sent).
Please email jstubbs@classicalacademy.com for immediate questions
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
Save 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: CAMS student sign ups CLICK HERE, TCA students, please contact TCA for sign up link.
Cost: $455.00
Learn more on the Catalina FAQ page.
Musical Theater Camp
Are you interested in Musical Theater? Check out the Musical Theater Camp that is being hosted at TCA Bear Valley.
June 24th to June 28th, 2024
9am to 2pm
Grades 2nd to 8th
Cost: $200 per student
($10 discount for siblings)
Space is limited, click here to sign up! See attached flyer for more information.
Questions? Contact lorigrimes@gmail.com
Lady Caimans Summer Basketball
Are you interested in playing Basketball? CAHS Coaches will be offering a summer basketball program open to CAMS students. One of the goals of this summer program is to offer skill development opportunities for the middle schoolers that they can then take with them once they move on to the high school. Check out the attached flyer for more info!
Questions? Email ladycaimansclub@gmail.com
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Attention Current 7th Grade Families
The East Coast Trip for current 7th graders that will be 8th grade CAMS students next school year is now accepting registrations.
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!
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Each week, we are recognizing students who go ABOVE and BEYOND in demonstrating one of the 8 Keys of Excellence. Students who are recognized as going above and beyond get to put a star up on our Above & Beyond wall, and get to be celebrated in front of the whole school during morning announcements. We want to develop a school culture where students are kind, determined, have a growth mindset, have integrity, help others, speak with good purpose, take ownership, make the most of opportunities, etc., so we want to celebrate students when we see them doing those things.
Sammi Rogers: Key of Balance
Sammi both embodies and displays all of the habits of success and keys of excellence with utmost consistency. She has a balanced approach in all of her endeavors.
- Mr. Gerkey
Alexiah Sublette: Habit/Key of Ownership
Alexiah has turns in quality work that she can be proud of in a timely manor. She does a great job of communicating when she needs help, reflects of what she could do better and owns her mistakes. She works hard to keep a chatty group focused on their work and helps them to succeed. She works hard in class and on the field.
- Ms. Entzminger
Neil Borys: Habit of Empathy
Neil shows the habit of empathy by being a great listener and friend to all. He has a heart of gold and is able to connect with every single person in the classroom.
- Mrs. Palomares
School Info & Resources
Medication Policy for 2023/2024 school year
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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 2022-2023 school year if it is dated before July 1, 2023. 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 2023-2024 school year.
Permission To Walk Off Campus
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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
Math Helpline
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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
Cell Phone Policy
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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.
As we enter our second unit, we are tightening our enforcement and appreciate your partnership in this process. 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
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School Meal Program: Lunch Update
UPDATE: The Classical Academies is pleased to offer every student one free breakfast meal kit, and beginning April 15, 2024, one free lunch meal kit each day they are on campus. Both meals must be pre-ordered through the front office 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 morning break from 10:00-10:10 and lunch is scheduled from 12:20-12:50.
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
Box Tops for Education
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Did you know The Classical Academies participates in Box Tops for Education? If you've got the app, you can scan your Box Tops or receipts for our school. Thank you!
Click HERE for more information about the program.
Hello CAMS Families!
As we are entering the last month of the school year, I have a few resources that your family can take advantage of to make the most of your Summer! Below, you will find my "Summer Bucket List", with 100 ideas for the family. Look them over together and highlight the ideas your family would like to make happen! A Summer Bucket List handout is also available for your family to write a list of their own ideas!
Additionally, this month, I will be going into the 8th grade classrooms and talking with our 8th graders about high school! We will discuss what they need to know to succeed- organizational tips, the scoop on A-G requirements- as well as explore the many elective offerings and ways to get involved. I hope to get our students excited and to help them feel ready to begin their next journey! My lesson presentation, with active links, are attached below!
If you have questions regarding your student's transition to high school or about another topic, please send me an email!
CAMS High School Transition Powerpoint
- Alissa Atkins - CAMS School Counselor aatkins@classicalacademy.com
If you would like to refer your child for counseling, please fill out and submit a counseling referral form!
If you have any questions for the school counselor or would like any specific resources for your child, please send Alissa Atkins an email at 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.
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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 two weeks.
*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. *
School Meals Available at Community Locations
Through USDA's summer meal programs, approved sites in communities across the country can serve meals to kids up to age 18 at no cost, regardless of the school they normally attend. Visit San Diego County Summer 2024 Meal Sites for Students to view a list of summer meal sites in your neighborhood. Please contact the site directly for more information.
Please also visit these other community resources:
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.
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Looking for something to keep the kids physically active and off video games this summer?
Come join our Boxing Summer Camp at LVLZ
Camp begins June 10- August 15th
Ages 6-11 from 10am-12pm
Ages 12-17 1:30pm-3:00pm
You can sign up by month or a discounted rate for the entire camp
Our camp will include daily warm ups, jumping rope, shadow boxing, mitt work, conditioning drills, strength training, and offensive strategy. We will also have special guests throughout the camp to share their motivational stories. Click here for more info
Limited spots available and registration deadline is May 31st!
Roller 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 through June 30, 2024. 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.