8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Transitional Kindergarten
AM Session: 8:30 - 11:20
PM Session: 12:00 - 2:45
K-6th grade
Period 1: 8:30-9:55 am
Period 2: 10:00 -11:20 am
Lunch: 11:20 - 11:55 am
Period 3: 12:00 - 1:20 pm
Period 4: 1:25 -2:45 pm
7-8th grade (NEW START TIME)
Period 1: 8:30 -9:55 am
Period 2: 10:00 - 11:20
Snack Break: 11:20 - 11:35am
Period 3: 11:35-12:55 pm
Lunch: 12:55 - 1:25pm
Period 4: 1:25-2:45 pm
August 18th - 22nd, 2025
August
August 19th - Welcome email from your A/B Teacher or ES
August 21st - Jumpstart Parent Conference @ CAHS
August 22 - A/B Track Back to School Orientation and Book Pick Up
Session 1: 9:00-10:00 (*NEW families)
Session 2: 10:30-11:00
Session 3: 11:15-11:45
(C-track will schedule with their ES)
August 25 - A/B Track Back to School Orientation and Book Pick Up
Session 1: 9:00-10:00 (*NEW families)
Session 2: 10:30-11:00
(C-track will schedule with their ES)
August 26th - 1st Day of School - HOMESCHOOL DAY
August 27th - Splash Into Middle School (7th & 8th only) -10:00 - 1:30
August 28th - C'lectives BBQ/Open House - 5:00 - 6:30
August 26th - 29th - Homeschool Days (No A/B workshops or C'lectives)
September
September 1st - Labor Day - No School
September 2nd & 3rd - Tikiz Fundraiser - 2:15 - 3:15
September 2nd - 5th - A/B Track & C'lectives Classes Begin
September 15th - Picnic & Play - 11:00 - 1:00
September 15th-17th - 7th Grade Catalina Trip
September 26 - Old Fashion Family Fair
October
October 6th-8th - 6th Grade Astro Camp
October 7th - 10th - Scholastic Book Fair
October 13th-17th - Unit 1 Conferences
October 27th - 29th - 5th Grade Pathfinder Ranch Camp
A/B Assemblies (7:58 am)
9/2 & 9/3
9/23 & 9/24
C Track Assemblies:
K-6 (8:28am)
9/2 & 9/3
9/23 & 9/24
9/2 & 9/3
9/23 & 9/24
Morning Gates Will Be Open: 7:45am-8:35 am
Afternoon Gates Will Be Open: 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
Please note that we do not have after school supervision on the playground.
Please make sure all kids are supervised and following playground rules!
Welcome Back, Bear Families!
We hope you had a joyful and restful summer! As we begin a new school year together, we’re filled with excitement for the learning, growth, and memories to come. I’m also very excited to be stepping into the role of principal this year! It’s an honor to lead and serve our incredible Bear community.
CLICK HERE if you missed the Parent Welcome Back email from August 4th.
This year, we’re thrilled to welcome quite a few new team members to our staff. Each one brings unique gifts and talents that will make our school even stronger. You’ll find their names and photos listed below. Please help us make them feel right at home as they become part of our Bear family!
Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!
~Wendy Moen
A/B Kindergarten - Jennifer Zeigler
A/B Kindergarten - Hannah Nunez
A/B 1st Grade - Kate Jach
A/B 1st Grade - Leah Richter
A/B 3rd Grade - Adrian OCampo
A/B 4th Grade - Olivia Redes
A/B & C’lectives Art Teacher -
Kristin Medeiros
A/B PE Teacher - Gaby McWilliams (Coach Mac)
C’lectives Spanish - Tricia Elisara
C’lectives Music, Culture & Cooking, History - Alice Hoffpauir
C’lectives 7/8 Math - Stephanie Aguilar
Counselor - Lauren Faust
TCA School Picture Days with Sumner Photography
Dates: Friday, Aug 22nd and Monday, Aug 25th
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:
2025/26 Chromebook 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 digitally fill out the 2025-2026 Equipment Request Form AND bring a physical copy of the Technology Checkout Form. Both forms are required to check out a chromebook. 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 8/22 (Friday) and 8/25 (Monday) from room 7, between the hours of 8:00-3:00. Please complete the linked form by Wednesday, August 20th. If you do not fill out the form by that date, we cannot 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.
Conference Notebooks
We’re excited to share a new tool we’re introducing this year to support your child’s learning journey - Conference Notebooks! Each student will receive one when you pick up your books from your A/B teacher or ES.
The purpose of the Conference Notebook is to help guide our conference conversations in a focused, meaningful way. It’s designed to highlight the most essential standards at your child’s grade level and give us a shared lens for looking at progress, strengths, and next steps.
In education, there’s a powerful process known as the PLC - Professional Learning Community - where teachers regularly come together to look at student data, collaborate on best practices, and determine how to best meet the needs of every learner. We want to take that same thoughtful, student-centered approach and extend it to you, our valued partners in learning. Together, we can better identify what each student needs to thrive academically.
We look forward to using these notebooks to celebrate growth, set meaningful goals, and work as a team to support your child.
Logic of English (LOE) Parent Training
New to teaching LOE? Don't miss this valuable opportunity!
Join our reading specialists for a hands-on session where you’ll learn proven strategies, techniques, and best practices to confidently teach Logic of English at home.
Please note: These sessions are for adults only – no children, please.
Please sign up for one session only.
CLICK HERE to sign up for Kinder/1st Grade LOE Training
September 2 or 3 - 1:30-2:30
CLICK HERE to sign up for 3rd Grade Essentials LOE Training
September 4 or 5 - 1:30-2:30
Childcare is provided. Please list the ages of your children when you sign up.
Please bring your LOE teacher manual and workbook.
Viewing Your Student’s C’lectives Schedule in School Pathways
Before school starts, you can check your student’s schedule in School Pathways by following these steps:
Log in to School Pathways and you will either go directly to your students dashboard or you will need to click on your student's name to go to their dashboard.
Click on Check Class Registration button.
On the next screen, you’ll see a list of the classes your student is enrolled in, along with any waitlisted classes.
The class titles will be listed, and to the right, you’ll see whether your student is Enrolled or on a Waitlist.
A/B Track:
Kindergarten - Nunez / Zeigler
Second - Duncan / Fogleman
Fourth - Meisterling / Redes
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.
Kick off the school year with food, fun, and friendly faces!
🌭 BBQ meals available for $6 per person — includes a hot dog, bag of chips, and a drink! Check in upon arrival to receive your meal tickets!
SKIP THE LINE! Fill out the Google Form and we will email you a link to pay ahead of time.
Grab dinner with friends, then head inside to meet your amazing teachers and check out your classrooms! ✏️📚
Let’s celebrate the start of a great year—don’t miss it! 🎈😄
Join us for our C'lectives Open House! Parents and students will have the opportunity to:
Meet your teachers – Teachers will be stationed in assigned rooms for the evening (note: this may not be their regular classroom).
Explore your classes – Visit the actual classrooms where your courses will be held during the year.
Before attending, please log into School Pathways, print your student’s schedule, and bring it with you. This will help you locate each class and ensure you don’t miss any stops during your visit.
📆 Monday, September 15th
🕚 Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Come for a fun-filled day of sunshine and splashes at our Picnic and Play event! Families are invited to pack a picnic, relax with friends, and enjoy time together on campus. Students can also cool off in the pool! Use the LINK to sign up for one 30-minute swim time slot and make a splash!
We're excited to announce the potential return of our Bear Family Camp Out, tentatively scheduled for Friday, October 17! This fun-filled evening under the stars is one of our most loved events—and we need your help to make it happen!
If you’re interested in joining or leading the parents committee that would be in charge of planning, organizing, and running the event, we’d love for you to attend our initial meeting via Zoom. No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and ideas!
📅 Planning Meeting
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 26th @ 7:00pm
Zoom LINK
Please fill out the interest form so we can contact you
with more information.
Let’s work together to make this year’s campout the best one yet!
Please review our school's Cell Phone and Smartwatch Policy. Highlights from the policy are written below. To see the full policy and all details, CLICK HERE.
Students may have personal cell phones and smartwatches on campus but they must be turned off or silenced and placed in their backpacks while on school grounds (including break, lunch, and after school activities).
If a student needs to contact a parent or guardian for any reason during the school day, they may use the front office phone or they may use their cell phone/smartwatch in the front office with permission. If a parent needs to contact a student, they should contact the front office, not the student’s personal cell phone/smartwatch.
Students may use their cell phone/smartwatch after dismissal time, once they are off campus, when the school day has concluded.
🐻 Volunteering at TCA Bear Valley 🐻
We’re so glad you’re here!
At TCA, parent volunteers are a big part of what makes our campus special. Whether you're helping in the classroom, supporting events, or donating items — every bit counts!
🎯 Volunteer Hour Goals
A/B Track: 25 hours per family, per year
C Track: 10 hours per family, per year
💵 Every $10 spent = 1 volunteer hour
👋 Volunteering in Class?
Always check with your student’s teacher first.
Sign up using the Volunteer Form before arriving.
Bring your driver’s license to check in at the front office and get your campus pass.
🎉 Volunteering for Special Events
We host lots of fun events throughout the year — and we’d love your help!
🎪 From our Old Fashioned Family Fair to Pizza Lunch and more, there are plenty of ways to get involved.
Fill out the Volunteer Interest Form so we can reach out when it’s time to start gathering event volunteers.
Keep an eye on the Bear Buzz for sign-up links and upcoming opportunities!
🎭 JR Musical Theater
If you’ll be working directly with students:
Fill out the Criminal History Form
Send a copy of your Criminal History Form along with your confirmation email to: nschreiber@classicalacademy.com
Schedule a TB Screening with John Fitzgerald
💡 Volunteering is encouraged (not required) — but your involvement helps us shine when applying for grants and reporting to the State!
Stay tuned to the Bear Buzz for year-round opportunities — big and small.
Don’t forget to Record Your Hours!
Questions? Contact us at
📞 (760) 546-0101 | 📧 nschreiber@classicalacademy.com
Emergency Classroom Supplies Needed!
We are in need of emergency supplies for our classrooms for the 25/26 school year 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!
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 Brandon Sherman bsherman@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
Mondays at CAHS - PLC Music Room
Beginning Band - Mondays 12:30 -1:30 & Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30
Advanced Band - Mondays 11:00 - 12:00 & Wednesday 3:30 - 4:30
Band Interest Form HERE
Questions? Email Sam Roberson sroberson@classicalacademy.com
Experience a sojourn in America’s past, exploring the great conflict that
divided state from state and brother from brother. Bring history to life and live a day in the life of a Civil War soldier.
On this field trip you will debate the war then decide whether to secede, join the union or stay neutral.
The Civil War comes to life as you experience activities such as a regiment drill, a visit to the Surgeon’s infirmary, and perhaps a lesson in 19th century etiquette.
Once finished with all your camp posts, you will be given a soldier’s ration of lemonade, cornbread, cheese, an apple and dried beef. Concluding our visit, we will participate in a large mock battle, reenacting the Battle of Malvern Hill.
Make the most of your trip, stick around and visit the bakery and barn store.
Visit RileysFarm.com to explore what they have to offer.
CLICK HERE to register for the field trip now!
PLEASE REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 21ST!
Field Trip Ideas!
We love field trips and wish we could plan even more throughout the year! While we're limited in how many official events we can host, the adventure doesn't have to stop there. Check out this list (click the drop down arrow) of creative and fun field trip ideas you can enjoy with your children on homeschool days.
Learning happens everywhere—so why not make it an adventure?
Amusement Parks
Knott’s Berry Farm - Buena Park - Educational Programs available for groups of 15+
Sea World San Diego - San Diego - Discounted pricing for groups of 10+
Bates Nuts Farm - Valley Center - Bates offers Educational Experiences for groups of 15+
Pumpkin Patch Field Trips, weekdays in October 🎃
Pony Experiences and Pony Rides
Petting Zoo Experience
“Nuts for You” Tour, weekdays January - September
Harvest Tour, weekdays November - December
Birch Aquarium - La Jolla - Gather a group of 10 or more people and you can use our schools Affiliate Account to get discounted tickets! Contact TCAEvents@classicalacademy.com for more information.
Cabrillo National Monument - Point Loma - While you are there, visit the Point Loma Tide Pools but don’t forget to check the schedule for low tide 🌊 The best time of year to visit the tide pools is in late fall and winter when low tides occur during daylight hours.
The Flower Fields in Carlsbad - Groups of 25+
Field Trip Flyer
Kumeyaay-Ipai - Poway - (Maximum of 28 people)
A tribe of Indigenous peoples of the Americans, Historical Tours
Mission San Diego de Alcala - Mission Valley
Donation request for each school group of 30.
Mission San Juan Capistrano - San Juan Capistrano
Mission Trails Regional Park - East of Tierrasanta - 15+ Students
Mountain Adventure to Julian, CA
Julian Mining Company - 30+ People
Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures - 25+ Students
Julian Farm and Orchard - 25+ People
California Wolf Center - Up to 30 People
Julian Pioneer Museum - Self guided or call for special arrangements for larger school groups.
Eagle Mining - Group rates available for 20+ people
Museums
San Diego Museum of Art
San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum - Group rate for 10+ people
View the Schedule for when you can explore these museums for FREE
USS Midway - 10+ Students
San Diego Zoo - 15-150 People
San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 15-150 People
Strawberry/Berry Picking
Temecula Berry Co. - Educational experiences for groups of 20+
STEM Field Trip at iFLY - Oceanside or Mission Valley
Visit your local Fire Station
Escondido Fire Station #1 - Call to Book a Tour
Escondido Fire Station #4 - Fire and Water Expo - September 20th, 2025
Visit you local Police Station - Escondido
Local Camping
Mission Trails Regional Park Campground
Dixon Lake Campground
Please send any questions regarding class trips to tcaevents@classicalacademy.com
All 4th grade students at The Classical Academy, Bear Valley, Vista and Coastal campuses have the opportunity to attend this class trip to Northern California where you will visit San Francisco, Coloma and Sacramento. This is a 3-day, 2-night class trip for parents to attend with their 4th graders.
Quick Facts:
Informational Zoom Meeting: Tuesday, September 9th @ 7:00pm
Trip Dates: March 16th - 18th, 2026
To Register: Visit StudentsOnTour.com
Trip Code: T266001A
Password: 2948926
5th Grade Fall 2025 Pathfinder Ranch
All 5th grade students at The Classical Academy, Bear Valley have the opportunity to attend camp at Pathfinder Ranch. This is a 3-day, 2-night class trip to Mountain Center, California in the San Jacinto Mountains!
Quick Facts:
Dates: October 27th - 29th, 2025
Registration: Click HERE
Cost: $350
Guaranteed registration will be open to the first 50 students (waiting list will be available after 50 students)
6th Grade Fall 2025 AstroCamp
All 6th grade students at The Classical Academy, Bear Valley have the opportunity to attend camp at AstroCamp. This is a 3-day, 2-night class trip to Idyllwild, California!
Quick Facts:
Dates: October 6-8th, 2025
Registration: $400 per student
Cost: Click HERE to register (or be put on a wait list once we hit capacity)
Guaranteed registration will be open to the first 64 students (waiting list will be available after 64 students)
7th Grade Fall 2025 Catalina Trip
Join this fun time at the 25/26 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 15 - 17
Registration is currently full - click HERE to be added to the waitlist
8th Grade Fall 2025 East Coast Trip
The East Coast Trip for current 7th graders that will be 8th grade TCA middle school students next school year is now accepting registrations.
Quick Facts:
Dates: November 13 - 20, 2025
Registration: Open now to the first 50 and then a waitling list (lifted around 65)
Deposit Due: April 25, 2025
Cost: $3,269
More information can be found on the attached flyer.
See the Frequently Asked Questions link below for more information. See you on the trip!
For CAMS Middle School Sport Schedule and updates, please check out the CAMS Sports Page
Boys Flag Football Open Practice and Tryout Dates are coming up quickly!
Please fill out this Information Form for your player. Practice schedules will be released once teams are formed.
OPEN Practice (optional)
August 20 - 3:30pm - 5pm
Emmanuel Faith Community Church - 639 E 17th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
August 22 - 12:30pm - 2pm
Ryan Park - Field 1 - 390 Hidden Trails Rd, Escondido, CA 92027
TRYOUTS
Ryan Park - Field 1 - 390 Hidden Trails Rd, Escondido, CA 92027
August 25 - 3:30pm - 5pm
August 27 - 3:30pm - 5pm
📆 Date: Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00am - 1:30pm
📍Location: The Classical Academy Bear Valley
We’re excited to host our 5th annual Splash Into Middle School back-to-school event!
This fun and welcoming day is designed to help students feel confident and connected as they start the new year.
The day includes:
✔️ A workshop session to get students ready for the school year
✔️ A campus tour for new students
✔️ Introductions to their c’lectives classes and teachers
✔️ A pool party, pizza lunch, and tie-dye t-shirts (all supplies provided!)
🎒 What to Bring:
Bathing suit, towel, sunscreen — and be ready to have fun!
💵 We suggest a $20 cash donation to help cover the cost of food and supplies.
📌 Walk-ups welcome, but food and workshop preferences are not guaranteed.
✨ We strongly encourage all C track 7th and 8th graders to attend—even if they’re not currently enrolled in c’lectives. It’s a great way to meet classmates, connect with teachers, and get a strong start to the year.
Register HERE!
🚨 Parents!
While your student is in their sessions, join us from 10:00–11:00 AM in LCB for a parent meeting led by Mrs. Sullivan & Mrs. Perez, our school counselor.
📧 Questions? Email us at: tcabearsmiddleschool@classicalacademy.com
Check back after Unit 1 to see our Students of the Unit
All kits must be pre-ordered online, using the links below. You only need to register your student once for the year.
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 till 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
Here are some important reminders regarding our sickness 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 (you do not need to call the front office).
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.
Parents: You may not send students to school with medication (including over the counter medication).
ALL medications must be kept in the front office. Medication may not be kept in a student's backpack, lunch bag or on their person. Exceptions may be made if a licensed health care provider certifies that the student’s well being would be jeopardized unless the medication is carried on his/her person, the student has demonstrated competency in self-administering the medication, and a parent confirms the same.
Click Here to print the required medication form to get authorization to keep medication in the front office.
Questions? Email Stephanie Pillsbury spillsbury@classicalacademy.com
Please review our school's Cell Phone and Smartwatch Policy. Highlights from the policy are written below. To see the full policy and all details, CLICK HERE.
Students may have personal cell phones and smartwatches on campus but they must be turned off or silenced and placed in their backpacks while on school grounds (including break, lunch, and after school activities).
If a student needs to contact a parent or guardian for any reason during the school day, they may use the front office phone or they may use their cell phone/smartwatch in the front office with permission. If a parent needs to contact a student, they should contact the front office, not the student’s personal cell phone/smartwatch.
Students may use their cell phone/smartwatch after dismissal time, once they are off campus, when the school day has concluded.
As a California independent study school, we are required to offer optional synchronous (live) instruction opportunities for students. This provides a chance for students to connect with a credentialed teacher in real time for academic support. There is no negative impact for the student if they do not attend.
At The Classical Academy synchronous (live) instruction opportunities are offered through scheduled meeting times with your A/B teacher or Educational Specialist. If you would like more information about times available to your student, please reach out to their teacher directly.
We are required to notify families when students do not take part. No action is required.
Thank you for your continued support.
Click HERE for the Parent Student Handbook landing page
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:
*Mon and Fri: 9 am-noon and 12:30-4 pm
*Tue/Wed/Thu: 8-11 am only
Join by checking your Schoology math course or tcalearn.com/mathhelpline
Want to purchase some TCA apparel? Click HERE to check out our online store.
*The information in this section is provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only. It is independent of The Classical Academy and is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by The Classical Academies. Please contact the service provider directly with all questions or concerns. *
TCA 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 at 760-546-0101.
Parent Name: Amy Ward
Parent Email: spencernamy@aol.com
Location: Poway (near Twin Peaks & Community)
Track: C
Do you have a comment, suggestion or 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.