Embedded Files
Daily Schedule
Daily Schedule
A/B Track
A/B Track
8:00 am - 2:30 pm
C'lectives
C'lectives
K-6th grade
Period 1: 8:30-9:45 am
Period 2: 9:50-11:20 am
Period 3: 12:15-1:25 pm
Period 4: 1:30-2:45 pm
7-8th grade
Period 1: 8:15-9:30 am
Period 2: 9:35-11:10 am
Period 3: 11:20-12:40 pm
Period 4: 1:25-2:45 pm
August 12th - 16th, 2024
August
August 14 - Welcome email from your teacher or ES
August 15 - Jumpstart Parent Conference (more info HERE)
August 16 & 19 - Picture Day (All tracks and grades - sign up below)
August 16 & 19 - Back to School Orientation and A/B Book pickup (C-track families will schedule with their ES)
August 21 - Splash Into Middle School (10:00-1:30, more info below)
August 22 - First official day of school - HOMESCHOOL DAY
August 22 - C'lectives Open House & BBQ
August 27 - 30 - C'lectives classes begin
August 27 - First day of A track
August 28 - First day of B track
September
September 2 - Labor Day (No school)
September 12 - Panda Express Fundraiser
September 16 - 18 - 7th Grade Catalina Trip
September 27 - Old Fashioned Family Fair
October
October 7 - 11 - Unit 1 Conferences
October 21 - 23 - 6th Grade AstroCamp
October 28 - 30 - 5th Grade Pathfinder Ranch Camp
October 29 & 30 - Unit 2 Pizza Lunch (sign ups begin 9/20)
UNIT 1 Assemblies
UNIT 1 Assemblies
Key: Integrity
Key: Integrity
Assembly Schedule:
AB Assemblies (7:58 am)
8/27 & 8/28
C Track Assemblies:
K-6 (8:28am)
8/27, 8/28, 8/29
7-8 (11:00am)
7-8 (11:00am)
8/27 & 8/28
2024-25 School Drop off and Pick up times
Morning Gate Times: 7:45am-8:35 am
Afternoon Gate Times: 2:20pm-3:00pm
A/B Track Students and Parents- A/B Track Morning Drop-off & Pick Up
C'lectives Students and Parents- C Track Morning Drop-off & Pick Up
ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS
ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS
Virtual Signatures and Forms
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 sent the week of July 22nd. You will also be receiving a Household Data Collection Form the first week of August.
If you do not complete these forms you will not be able to pick up your books or start classes. If you need help please email Registration at tcaregistration@classicalacademy.com.
Meet the newest members of our TCA Bear Valley team:
Violet Bombolo
Violet Bombolo
Art Teacher
Art Teacher
Hi, my name is Violet Bombolo and I am ecstatic to start my first year at Classical Academy teaching art! I have always been an artist, painting almost daily since I was 13 years old. I never even dreamed that being an art teacher could be my reality, but for the last four years it has been and I couldn't imaging doing anything else with my life. I find no greater joy than giving my students opportunities to create art that they wouldn't otherwise have.
My favorite part of teaching art is when my students share with me the art they are doing outside of the classroom, especially when it's inspired by the things we do in the classroom! Besides art, I love the beach, gardening, camping and spending time with my two sons, our dogs and my fiancé. I can't wait to get to know all of my students and my hope is that they love art as much as I do and they do it for their whole life!
Jennifer Guttiere
Jennifer Guttiere
Jr. Musical Theater Director
Jr. Musical Theater Director
My name is Jennifer Guttiere and I'm thrilled to be joining The Classical Academy as the new Director of the Junior Musical Theater Program.
I am no stranger to the stage! I began acting professionally at the age of 8 years old and I went on to perform all over the country. I have toured off Broadway and have appeared on several television shows. I even won the title of Miss Plus America in 2021.
I studied theater and directing and Columbia & The Actor's Studio. I am the Artistic Manager and Children's Director at Patio Playhouse and I am so excited to work with the amazing children at Classical!
Laura Sebastian
Laura Sebastian
Math Specialist
Math Specialist
Hello everyone! My name is Laura Sebastian and I look forward to joining the Classical Academy Bear Valley as your new Math Specialist. My four young children attended Coastal Academy, Coastal High School, Classical Academy High School, and several other schools overseas and out of state. I personally attest to the value that the Classical Academies and homeschooling has brought our family.
I received my bachelor's from UCSB (go Gauchos) and a multiple subject credential from CalState TEACH. I also have a supplemental math credential and hope my love for math will be contagious! Learning and observing the way children learn math has given me a deep passion for ensuring mathematical literacy for all. I believe that building a solid math foundation sets students up for future success - no matter where life leads them.
TCA School Picture Days with Sumner Photography
TCA School Picture Days with Sumner Photography
Dates: Friday, Aug 16th and Monday, Aug 19th
Location: The Classical Academy Bear Valley Campus
2950 S. Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido CA 92025
Time options range from 8:00 am-2:45 pm with a 30 min break for lunch from 12:00-12:30. Please use this link to reserve your spot -- and reserve one spot per child.
If you are having trouble using the link, please copy and paste this address into your browser:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C4FA4A92BA20-picture#/
2024/25 Chrome Book Checkout
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 if they are needed. 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.
You will be able to pick up your Chromebook on 8/16 (Friday) and 8/19 (Monday) from room 7, between the hours of 8:00-3:00. Please complete the linked form by Wednesday, August 14th. If you do not fill out the form by that date, we can not guarantee that we will have a Chromebook reserved for you.
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.
Please contact the front office if you have any questions at 760-546-0101.
C’LECTIVES BBQ & OPEN HOUSE - Aug 22, 2024
BBQ: 4:30 - 5:30
Enjoy a hamburger or hotdog, chips and a drink for $5 a person - Click HERE to prepay and guarantee your meal.
Open House: 5:30 -6:30
The C'lectives Open House is a great opportunity for TK-6th grade students to visit our campus, meet their teachers, and find their classrooms for the upcoming school year. Please bring your printed schedule from School Pathways for a quick check-in. Maps will be available at the stage area. Please note, teachers will not be available for individual student discussions during this event. For a detailed conversation, please schedule a separate appointment with teachers.
*Most of the middle school C'lectives teachers will be at the Splash Into Middle School Event on 8/21, rather than the Open House Event*
SAVE THE DATE!
Old Fashioned Family Fair
September 27, 2024
A/B Track:
Kindergarten- Boshaw Botka
First- Duncan Xaysanapannha
Second- Fogleman Klein
Third- Hebner Meisterling
Fifth- Jones Przybylowski
Sixth- Sibley Stafford
C Track:
C'lectives teachers will provide specific supplies needed for individual classes.
Please click HERE for a list of basic supplies that would be a good start for your student to have for the beginning of the school year, as well as classroom items that are always helpful.
Unit 1 Panda Express Fundraiser
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Time: 9:30 am to 10:00 pm
Location: 1485 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido CA 92027
Click HERE for an informational flyer
Parent Volunteer Corner
Parent Volunteer Corner
Volunteering at TCA
To read more about our volunteering program and how your partnership helps our campus work CLICK HERE!
Volunteering Opportunities: CLICK HERE to complete our interest form and get started!
Record Your Volunteer Hours: CLICK HERE to record your volunteer hours.
On Campus Volunteer Form: If you're volunteering on campus CLICK HERE to fill out a form each time you visit.
Emergency Classroom Supplies Needed!
We are in need of emergency supplies for our classroom and are currently collecting donations. Don't forget that every $10.00 spent, you can log as 1 hour towards your volunteer time. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you for partnering with us!
Performing Arts News
Performing Arts News
Mondays at CAHS -PLC Upper Auditorium
8:30 - 9:00 - Grades 1-2
9:00 - 9:50 - Grades 3-5
9:50 - 10:50 - Grades 6-8
Choir Interest Form HERE
Questions? Email Jacob Stubbs jstubbs@classicalacademy.com
Jr. Musical Theater (3rd - 5th)
Questions? Email Jennifer Guttiere jguttiere@classicalacademy.com
Middle School Musical Theater (6th - 8th)
Questions? Email Kara Howard khoward@classicalacademy.com
Tue/Thu at CAHS - PLC Upper Auditorium
Advanced Band - 3:30 - 4:30
Beginning Band - 4:30 - 5:30
Band Interest Form HERE
Questions? Email Jacob Stubbs jstubbs@classicalacademy.com
Attention 6th - 8th Graders!
Best of Broadway
Lottery Open NOW until Wednesday, August 21, 2024 (announcement of lottery results will be emailed no later than August 23, 2024)
If you can speak, you can sing. If you can move your body, you can dance. Singing and dancing are inherent in us all. How you get good at it is through training and practice. During the next couple of months, we will be doing what we don’t generally get a lot of time during a production to do. You will be split into groups. Your group will meet 4 hours every week. You will work with this same group collaborating on musical theater numbers as well as scene work to put on a Showcase at the Ritz theater.
You will get professional voice coaching and techniques on how to strengthen your voice and sing your very best. You will learn tips and tricks on how to do your best audition and callback. You will be able to understand what it takes to choreograph a routine. You will learn what it takes “behind the scenes” to put a production together and have the opportunity with your group to design your props and costumes for the Showcase.
If you ever wanted to grow your skills in musical theater, this class is for you! I am so excited about this opportunity and I hope you will join us!
For more information and to sign up click HERE.
Use this link to pay online https://square.link/u/GesgBWiF or you may bring exact cash or check payable to TCA to the first day of class on August 26th.
Click HERE to see rehearsal and performance schedules as well as participation requirements.
Please contact Kara Howard with any questions
CAMS Dance Team (7th & 8th graders only)
CAMS Dance Team (7th & 8th graders only)
AUDITIONS - 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
Sports News
Sports News
CAMS Badger Sports: Boys Flag Football (6th - 8th grade)
CAMS Badger Sports: Boys Flag Football (6th - 8th grade)
*Please note, this is a competitive league and it is possible that there will be cuts*
Classical Academy Middle School 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!
CAMS Girls Volleyball (6th - 8th graders)
CAMS Girls Volleyball (6th - 8th graders)
*Please note, this is a competitive league and it is possible that there will be cuts*
Classical Academy Middle School 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
TCA Middle School News
TCA Middle School News
Don't miss special events and announcements for TCA 7th and 8th graders!
Check here every week to stay up to date!
TCA Middle School News ~ CAMS Badger BUZZ ~ CAMS FAQ Sports Page
Splash Into Middle School
Splash Into Middle School
Event for 7th and 8th Graders Only
Event for 7th and 8th Graders Only
We will be hosting our third Splash Into Middle School back-to-school event on Wednesday, August 21st from 10:00-1:30 PM. This day will include 2 workshop sessions for your child to attend, a campus scavenger hunt, and an introduction to c'lectives classes from their teachers. After the sessions and hunt, we will have a pizza lunch with swimming and creating tie dye shirts.
The suggested donation is $20 to cover the cost of food and t-shirts.
Walk-ups are welcome, but food and workshop preferences are not guaranteed. CLICK HERE to sign up by Monday, August 19th.
*We strongly encourage all 7th and 8th graders to attend (even if they aren't taking c'lectives) so they can meet some friends, their teachers, and be well-prepared as they start off the school year.
For questions, please email tcabearsmiddleschool@classicalacademy.com.
Parents!
While your student is attending their sessions, we are having a parent meeting from 10-11 AM led by Mrs. Sullivan and our school counselor, Ms. Perez in LCB.
Class Trips
Class Trips
Please send any questions regarding class trips to tcaevents@classicalacademy.com
4th Grade 2025 Spring Northern California Trip
The Northern California trip, for current 3rd graders that will be 4th grade TCA students next school year, is now accepting registrations. Adventure Awaits! Please note this is an optional field trip.
Quick Facts:
Dates: March 24-26, 2005
Registration: Log into www.studentsontour.com to create an account, log back into that account and register using the tour code and password below!
Tour Code T256001A
Password 145235
Cost: $1169 for quad occupancy
Please note: A parent or chaperone is required to travel with their 4th graders on this trip. This trip is for 4th graders and their chaperones only.
Click HERE for more information
5th Grade 2024 Fall Pathfinder Ranch Trip
Time to prepare for the upcoming 5th grade trip to Pathfinder Ranch! All students at The Classical Academy Bear Valley Campus have the opportunity to attend a 3-day, 2-night class trip to Mountain Center, CA to participate in Pathfinder Ranch. Activities include horseback riding, animal ecology, fresh water ecology, archery, climbing wall, mad science fair, campfire program, alpine tower and more! Please note this is an optional field trip.
Quick Facts:
Dates: October 28 - 30, 2024
Registration: Please click HERE to reigster
Deposit Due: Upon Registration
Cost: $340
6th Grade 2024 Fall AstroCamp Trip
Time to prepare for the upcoming 6th grade trip to AstroCamp! All students at The Classical Academy Bear Valley Campus have the opportunity to attend a 3-day, 2-night class trip to Idyllwild, CA to participate in AstroCamp.
This outdoor science school program is designed to give students an experience that will stay with them the rest of their lives. Students will explore the sciences of physics and astronomy, develop as individuals, and foster their sense of wonder. Please note this is an optional field trip.
Quick Facts:
Dates: October 21 - 23, 2024
Registration: Waitlist - please click HERE to add your student to the waitlist.
Cost: $400
7th Grade 2024 Fall 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 2024 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: $3,069
More information can be found on the attached flyer.
See the Frequently Asked Questions link below for more information. See you on the trip!
CELEBRATE!
CELEBRATE!
Students of the Unit
Students of the Unit
Check back after Unit 1
to see our star students of the unit
Resources and General Info
Resources and General Info
All kits must be pre-ordered online, using the links below.
The Classical Academies is pleased to offer every student one free breakfast and lunch meal kit. 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 from 7:45 am til 8:25 am and lunch will be provided the first 10 minutes of each lunch period.
Breakfast will be served outside rooms 18 & 20 and lunch will be served outside of the Parent Lounge (which is located across from the lunch tables and in front of the swimming pool).
Each pre-packaged breakfast kit includes breakfast cereal, dried fruit, unsweetened regular or flavored 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.
Questions? meals@classicalacademy.com
Medication Policy for 2024-25 School Year
Medication Policy for 2024-25 School Year
The California Department of Education requires that a signed doctor's note be provided to your child's school for any student medications which are kept on campus or carried by students while they are on campus. Please note that ANY medication, including over-the-counter medications such as Tylenol and cough drops, MUST have a signed doctor's note to be allowed on campus for student safety. If your student travels on any overnight class trips, a signed medication form will be required for any medication, even over-the-counter
Click Here to print the required medication form.
Please note: We cannot accept any medication forms for the 2024-2025 school year if it is dated before July 15, 2024. All forms must be signed & dated by your doctor after this date to be active for the new school year.
Reporting your student's illness:
Here are some important reminders regarding our symptomatic student policy:
Students who appear ill (ie. fever, stomach aches, diarrhea, stomach pains, vomiting) should not be sent to school.
If your student is sick, please email your teacher/ES.
A student must be fever free without the use of fever-reducing medicine (i.e. acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen) for 24 hours before returning to school.
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
In the Community
In the Community
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