Join Zoom Meeting:

https://zoom.us/j/97087742734?pwd=TExicVl4OTNYOG4xcDBlT3NSaTQwQT09

On Campus COVID-19 Safety Regulations

As we start having some small groups of students back on campus, it is important to remember to adhere to certain Safety Precautions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.  The Security and Support Team put together a video to help you remember what safety standards you must follow whenever you are able to join us on campus.

Enjoy! :)

Digital Work Samples

Each of the schools within The Classical Academies is an Independent Study program in the State of California.  As such we are required to collect work samples from each course, each learning period, for each student.  Those samples are then stored for 7 years.  On an annual basis that is over 200,000 pieces of paper, plus folders and labels and storage space for all those files, times 7 years.  You can imagine the amount of space and hours it takes to manage all of that.  

Moving to digital storage is our best option as it saves space, paper, and time while increasing accuracy and security.  We have been slowly working towards this goal for the last two years.  We started with electronic Master Agreements and Learning Logs as well as submission of assignments through Schoology for some classes/courses. Starting in the 2020-2021 school year and moving forward, we are having all families submit their samples electronically.  

We understand it has been a challenging transition for some.  We want you to know that we appreciate the time it takes to make this happen. This is a team effort!  If you are having challenges with submitting samples, please reach out to your Teacher or Educational Specialist for support.  We will work together to create solutions. 

Breakfast Program

The Classical Academies participates in a school meal program by offering a nutritious breakfast meal every school day. Our breakfast program is available to all students that are on campus longer than two hours for an educational purpose.

Prepackaged Breakfast Kits are available on campus at any time throughout the day to allow for flexible schedules. The Breakfast Kits must be ordered online at https://classicalacademies.boonli.com by noon the day before your student is on campus.

When students arrive on campus, they can ask at the front desk to receive their pre-ordered breakfast.  Then they will be able to choose from the available prepackaged Breakfast Kits. Each Breakfast Kit includes a breakfast cereal, dried fruit, unsweetened regular or flavored applesauce, graham crackers, and low-fat milk. All Breakfast Kits include a spoon and napkin.

The cost is $3.00 per Breakfast Kit. Eligible students may receive meals free of charge if qualified.

For more information, click HERE to be directed to our Classical Academies Meal Program website or HERE to download the online ordering and registration instructions for your site. 

School Meals Available at Community Locations

On October 9, 2020, the USDA extended the summer grab-and-go school meal program to encompass the entire school year. Children are eligible to receive meals regardless of school or district of attendance. School districts are working hard to implement the new guidelines and meet local needs. Locally, we are aware of meal services in Escondido, Oceanside, and Vista. Please visit their websites for more information. To find out when your neighborhood school will be ready to participate in this program, please visit 20/21 Meal Sites for Students.

Please also visit these other community resources:

U.S. Department of Education Meals for Kids Site Finder

San Diego Food Bank

Feeding San Diego

No Kid Hungry Food Finder

Reminder of Content Assessment Policies and Procedures

Click here to see email sent out on October 7th regarding Content Assessments Procedures and Schedule

Click here to see Teacher Office Hour Schedule

Scholarship Opportunity

One of our own wonderful teachers, Mrs. Vicki Mazur has established the endowed Herbert A. Odle STEM $1,000 Scholarship, a tribute to her Father, to be awarded to one graduating student annually!

Click here for information on how to apply.

AP Exam Information

IMPORTANT: AP EXAM REGISTRATION OPENED THIS WEEK. PLEASE SIGN UP ON COLLEGE BOARD AND PAY ON TOTAL REGISTRATION  BY OCTOBER 2ND TO AVOID ANY COLLEGE BOARD LATE FEES

If you are currently in an AP course, all AP teachers have been sharing their AP classroom Join Codes for each of your individual AP classes. Signing up to take an AP spring exam is a simple 2 STEP PROCESS. Students will register on their College Board account by joining their AP classroom AND by paying for the exam on Total Registration. Please see the link below with step-by-step instructions and the link to pay on Total Registration. 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D9EFTBSLv0lWOXwUO3RiVBArLyfq3Ki6swjtGeSjqRw/edit?usp=sharing

Please sign up by October 2nd to avoid any late fees. The first deadline that will incur a late fee will be October 2nd. This fee is $20. The high school order for all AP Classes will be FINALIZED on November 11th. Any late registrations allowed, will result in a $40 late fee. 

IMPORTANT COUNSELING PSAT UPDATE

FYI - The sign up link for the PSAT will be posted within the next couple of weeks if you have not signed up already

Attention 11th graders: If you are currently in 11th grade and signed up at Gear Up for the PSAT then please note that The College Board has scheduled a new testing date.

 The PSAT has been moved from October to Tuesday, January 26th. Please mark your calendars. More information and details to follow.

Important Distance Learning Documents

CAHS-PL 2020/2021 Handbook

Click the link below to see this years handbook

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-xCvFPF8z8SuM5vAqVCP05dUVpgQ4XYsOQMMKfbIOTc/edit?usp=sharing

For help with your student's Social/Emotional Needs we have counselors available.  Please contact either our school Counselor, Charles Threat at cthreatt@classicalacademy.com or our Special Education Social Worker Erin Cobos at ecobos@classicalacademy.com.  They will be happy to set up a time to meet with your student virtually.  

Club Information

Click here to see an up-to-date list of current Clubs at CAHS-PL

Click here for the New Club Application

Click here for Gear Up Day Purchases

CAHS-PL Eventbook Flyer

Order CAHS Yearbooks - use school code "8324"

https://www.yearbookordercenter.com

Seniors and Parents - did you miss this event?  Don't worry, the live video was recorded!  You can view it at the link above.

Senior Picture Information

https://mailchi.mp/014f43be59ae/class-of-2021-senior-picture-information

The information in this section is provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only. It is independent of Classical Academy High School and is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by The Classical Academies. Please contact the service provider directly with all questions or concerns.

Community Service Opportunity:

Counselor's Corner

Laura Hughes, Lead Counselor and Classical Academy High School

Charles Threat III, Classical Academy High School - Personalized Learning Campus

Jessica Novello, Coastal Academy High School

Alissa Atkins, Classical Academy Middle School

Jennifer Meehan, Coastal Academy

Chad Chandler, TCA Bear Valley

Charity Marino, TCA Vista

Program Feedback

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Your partnership is valued. Your ideas strengthen our programs. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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