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A/B Track

8:00 am - 2:30 pm

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

2022-23 School Drop off and Pick up times

Campus Map with Gates 

Parent Letter 22-23 

Morning Gate Times: 7:45am-8:35 am

Afternoon Gate Times: 2:20pm-3:00pm

A/B Track Students and Parents- AB Track Drop Off Pick Up 

C'lectives Students and Parents- C Track Morning 

Drop-off & Pick Up 




Live Link Calendar 

2022-23

TCA EVENTS


February 27- March 3, 2023


February

Black History Month

February 27- March 1- 4th grade Sacramento Trip


March

February 28-March 3- Unit 4 Spirit Days-Western Days

March 2-3 - Unit 4 Lunch 

March 6-10- Unit 4 Conferences- 

A/B on campus Thu and Fri ONLY. No C'lectives all week

March 11- Field Trip- Super STEM Saturday (See event section for more information)

March 13- Picnic and Play

March 20-22- 5th Grade Pathfinder Ranch Camp


April

April 3-7- Spring Break- No School- Office closed

April 18-21- Unit 5 Spirit Days- Disney Days

April 18-19- Unit 5 Lunch- (Details TBD)

April 24-28- Unit 5 Conference Week

April 29- Unit 5 Field Trip- Art Show (details to come)



UNIT 4 Assemblies

Key: Speak with good purpose!


Assembly Schedule:


C Track Assemblies (8:28am)


2/28 (TUE) & 3/2 (TH)



AB Assemblies (7:58 am)

3/2 (TH) & 3/3 (FRI)

Parents Please Read!


We understand that life happens, but please make every effort to be sure your child arrives at school on time with their lunch. 

Reminders: 

AB classes begin at 8:00am


C'lectives Classes K-6 begin at 8:30am 


7th/8th begins at 8:15am

Please Note: For the safety of our students, all gates will be locked at 3pm; campus closes at 3:30pm. The only way to exit campus after 3pm is through the back parking lot. There is NO after school supervision provided. Parents are responsible to supervise their own children at all times. 

Cell Phone Policy Reminder: 


Please note that cell phones and earbuds connected to cell phones are not allowed to be used during school hours on campus, including outside of class time and during snack/lunch breaks. If your student brings a cell phone to school, please know that it needs to be kept silent in the student's backpack at all times. If a student needs to contact a parent or guardian, they will be directed to the front office to call. 


Incident #1: Student will be asked to put cell phone away

Incident #2: Phone gets taken away for the reminder of class

Incident #3: Phone will be sent to front office and parent/guardian will be required to pick it up at the end of the day


Thank you for your support as we partner for the best learning environment for all students!


Super STEM Saturday is a one-day festival that engages kids of all ages and their families to the diverse and exciting fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, known as the STEM disciplines. The brainchild of The Classical Academies and held in partnership with the College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics at CSUSM, Super STEM Saturday has brought science to life for more than 50,000 people in North San Diego County. 

This event is coming soon! Join us Saturday, March 11 at Cal State San Marcos

Encouragement, Kindness and Understanding


   Mrs. G's Garden




TCA Families - Hello from Mrs. G's Garden! 


TCA Families,


We have several things to celebrate this month! We will participate in showing our love of kindness by participating in the Random Acts of Kindness week and February is Black History Month! 


A little history lesson: American historian, author, and journalist Carter Godwin Woodson is credited with the origins of “Negro History Week” starting in 1926. This important week and Woodson's work led to the current recognition of February as Black History Month in the USA.


Have more questions? Please reach out to your site Counseling Team. 


Mrs. G


You can contact Mrs.G @  kgravelle@classicalacademy.com

You can also fill out a referral form here: https://forms.gle/PadDL7FtQTjq6aVh7 

Post Pandemic Parenting Part 2- Mrs. G is back to explain Emotional Intelligence and how to apply it to your family

For those of you who missed our Post Pandemic Parenting Workshop Part 1, use the link provided to see what you've missed!

Post Pandemic Parenting part 1: https://youtu.be/GUtv1jKW-NE

In honor of Black History Month:

Click on the BHM Conversation link below to view a video from the Classical Academies Vault: 


BHM Conversation with former CAV Counselor Charity Marino & Jaye Morris from CAV on Mrs. Morris’ perspective as an African American woman. As educators, we want students to know we encourage curiosity, getting to know people’s stories, and ask questions! Empathy grows when you hear someone’s story and learn about them as a human. Mrs. Morris’s perspective is hers and it might differ from someone else you meet. The hope is to build relationships and ask questions of one another to explore human identities and perspectives. 


UPCOMING EVENTS

Unit 4 Spirit Days: 

Western Days

February 28- March 3

YEE HAW!!

Calling all Cowgirls and Cowboys! Join us in showing your school spirit by wearing your Western wear! 

Hats, bandanas and boots welcomed, but leave your spurs, guns and horses at home!

UNIT 4: Pizza Lunch

Thursday and Friday

March 2 & 3

Orders are now closed for this lunch


 Join us for Super STEM Saturday 

March 11, 2023

Super STEM Saturday returns for an in-person event on March 11, 2023, at California State University San Marcos. This is a free, educational science festival for children of all ages. Join us for hands-on experiments, live demonstrations, and exhibits that will ignite your curiosity and deepen your love for STEM. Discover science, re-imagine technology, create engineering, and explore math. This year's event is sponsored by ViaSat, Thermo Fisher Scientific, County of San Diego, Hologic, General Atomics, Encodia, Tri-City Medical Center, Northrop Grumman, Nordson, CalSense, Cox Communications, The Difference Card, Erickson-Hall Construction, Kaiser Permanente, Pacific Western Bank, RBC Capital Markets, Stradling, Young, Minney & Corr, LLP, Cigna, North Island Credit Union, and HME. 



Reds vs Padres - Charter School Appreciation Night – May 1, 2023

Family, friends and Charter School supporters are invited to join The Classical Academies at Petco Park and celebrate Charter School Appreciation Night on Monday, May 1, 2023!

Order your discounted tickets online here: TCA at Padres 2023. Your tickets will be sent to you electronically so that you can print them at home. This popular game will sell out – order your tickets early. Deadline to order is April 16, 2023.

Questions? Contact Sejal Majithia at smajithia@classicalacademy.com


ASB Snack Bar open for business!

(Weather permitting)

Stop by the snack bar after school (on select days) from 2:15pm-3:00pm located by the Gretna Green Gate


February 28 & March 1


Otter Pops

Chips

Soda

Caprisun

Everything $1 each (while supplies last)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Typing Challenge for C Track 3rd & 4th Grades!

Join the competition and improve your typing skills! 


From now until the end of the year, we want to encourage our C track 3rd and 4th graders to hone in on their touch typing skills! 


Students who improve their typing skills the most between now and the end of the school year will be eligible to earn prizes! **Please note that in order for your student to get credit towards earning prizes, they must use their FIRST and LAST names. No nicknames, screen names, etc. 


Did you know students in 3rd-8th grades are expected to type written responses for state standardized tests? Now is the time to get prepared in a super fun way!


Just 10-15 minutes per day will grow your typing skills quickly!


How to join the challenge:

Go to www.typing.com/student/join#tcabears



3rd grade typing goal is 15 wpm

4th grade typing goal is 20 wpm

The Deadline is fast approaching!

 

Hey TCA Families-

 

The deadline to submit your student's FREE personalized yearbook page is coming.  The last day to submit a personalized page is Friday, March 3rd.

TK-7th Grades - 1/2 Page Ad

8th Grade - Full Page Ad

 

CLICK HERE for all the details.

YEARBOOK SALES AND ADS

The 22-23 Yearbooks are on SALE, and Ad Submission has started


It is time to purchase your 22-23 TCA Yearbook.  This year the books are available for $50.00, which also includes the design of your student's personalized yearbook page.   To order your TCA Yearbook, CLICK HERE.  


Students Personalized Ads - FREE

Student's personalized yearbook pages are designed through Jostens/School Annual website.  

TK-7th - 1/2 Page Ad

8th - Full Page Ads

You don't have to purchase a book to submit and personalized Ad. To create your personalized Ad, CLICK HERE.

Deadline to submit - March 3, 2022.  


CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


If you have any questions, please contact the Yearbook staff at 

tcayearbook@classicalacademy.com

Our school garden needs some help!! 

The TCA School Garden just received a generous grant from Berry Good Food Foundation to refresh our school garden. We are looking for parents/guardians who have background in irrigation, building, and general gardening skills to get our school garden up and running for students to use. 

If you would like to help, please join our TCA School Garden GROUP on Schoology. Go to GROUPS -> Join Group -> (enter code) WBBK-JGSQ-6HZFH

For more information, please contact  Jeanell Worrell  jworrell@classicalacademy.com


Save the Date: 8th Grade Promotion! 



Date: Thursday, June 1st, 2023

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 Auditions for 8th Grade Students (Details to come): Will be held on Monday, May 1st, 2023 at 1:00pm. This will also take place at TCA- Bear Valley campus.

 

**Promotion Rehearsal for 8th Grade Students: Wednesday, May 31st, 2023 at 1:00 pm. This will take place at TCA- Bear Valley campus.

Attention Parents of 7th Graders:


If you missed the parent meeting for Positive Prevention Plus, CLICK HERE to watch the recording. Positive Prevention Plus accounts will be 

e-mailed to all 7th grade parents in mid-March. All opt outs are due by Feb. 24. Please email wmoen@classicalacademy.com with opt out requests or questions.

Don't miss special events and announcements for 7th and 8th graders! Get the latest 

Middle School News here!

CAMPUS CLUBS


Chess Club

Hello, families! Does your student love to play chess? We are looking for students who know the basics of chess, but would like more practice. We will be supervising chess games outside on the lunch tables behind the kindergarten building on Wednesdays, 2:45-3:30pm from March 1st through May 10th.

Please use this Google form if your child would like to participate (fill out one form per student). We have only 20 spaces available, so first come, first served. We will start a waitlist if the number exceeds 20. Chess boards will be provided, so you do NOT have to bring your own supplies. This is a parent lead group and not a drop off club. Students and siblings must be supervised at ALL times by their parents; there is no supervision provided. 


CELEBRATE!

Student of the Unit

UNIT THREE


A/B Tracks KN-3rd Grade











A/B Tracks 4th-6th Grade








C Track 












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The Bee Kind! Corner

Throughout the school year, students will be featured in the Bee Kind! Corner for above and beyond acts of kindness. We choose kindness every day here at TCA!

Has your student demonstrated extra kindness? We want to celebrate our students as they go above and beyond to be kind to others!

Please complete THIS FORM to nominate your child. 

Priscilla Rizzi-1B- Ms. Walker

Priscilla has shown extraordinary kindness and gratitude with her actions. An excellent example of this is when she gathers flowers and gives them to friends and family. She also regularly offers her assistance to clean up around the house and loves to clean her own dishes after every meal.  

Nominated by: Michael Rizzi (Father)

Bear Book Challenge Reading Rockstars!

Help us recognize our brilliant readers who have met their Reading goals!  

**Students who have completed this challenge will be recognized in the Bear Buzz after each unit has completed

Click here for the Bear Book Challenge guidelines

I've read 5000+ Pages!


UNIT 3 Readers


I've read 10,000+ Pages!

I've read 20 books! 



I've read 40 books! 






   

TCA 5th Grade 

Pathfinder Camp 

March 20-22, 2023


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!

 

Date: March 20-22, 2023

Cost: $330 per student

 

REGISTER HERE 


Guaranteed registration will be open to the first 50 Students

(waiting list will be available after 50 Students)

For more information contact Alexis Fregoso- afregoso@classicalacademy.com



Fall East Coast Trip

Attention Current 7th Grade Families


November 9-16, 2023


Registration for the 2023 East Coast Trip is now open for current 7th graders that will be 8th grade CAMS students next school year. Mr. Powell will be hosting in person and zoom info meetings starting in February. 

See the Frequently Asked Questions link below for more information.  See you on the trip! 


East Coast Trip: Frequently Asked Questions Page 

Resources and General Info


Dear families, 


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.

To get started, tap here to open the website. Then follow the steps below (from left to right):

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Into Math Helpline for 4th-8th Grade Students


The Classical Academies will be offering live online Into Math help for students and parents! Come and work on current, recent, and approaching lessons with Ms.Aguilar! 


Now serving 4th Grade!!


Into Math Helpline 4-8 Flyer.pdf
PDF Helpline Test-Taking Strategies Flyer 2023 (7) (2).pdf

   Need help with math?  

TCA has a wonderful team of math support teachers who are ready to help!! 

Please email TCAmathhotline@classicalacademy.com  and submit your math question request. Please include a picture of the problem, grade level, and the name of the math curriculum. We are here to help you succeed!  

Do you want help teaching history at home?


A/B and C track students, grades 1st through 6th, have the option of using a history course created by Mrs. Broyles! The course follows our TCA curriculum and is designed to support families in teaching history with video lessons, read-alouds, and fun differentiated assignments as well as optional crafts for extension. It also allows families with students in multiple grade levels the ability to learn similar content with individual, grade-level appropriate assignments. The class, History with Mrs. Broyles, is posted in Schoology. Use this access code: 9C8S-K7K9-R48GP to add it to your Schoology dashboard. This course does not provide access to a teacher, but provides access to the resources needed to support your teaching at home. 



School Meal Program 2022-23


Questions? 

Speak to your school’s front office or email us at meals@classicalacademy.com

For more information about the school meal program, visit the TCA School Meals webpage. 

Our breakfast program is available to all students, regardless of eligibility status, who are on campus longer than two hours for an educational purpose. 

Pre-packaged Breakfast Kits must be pre-ordered online.  

**Use this link to order your student’s Breakfast Kit (if you haven't already ordered for the year): Breakfast Kit Order Form

Breakfast Pick-up Times

A/B-track - 7:40 - 7:55am

7/8 C-track - 7:55 - 8:10am

TK-6 C-track - 8:10 - 8:25am


Health Protocols



Here are some important reminders regarding our Sick Child policy:

Thank you and please stay healthy!


Medication Policy for 2022-23 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 2022-2023 school year if it is dated before July 1, 2022. All forms must be signed & dated by your doctor after this date to be active for the new school year. 

Our online student stores will open on August 1st for parents and students. Here, you will find mascot-branded shirts, hats, sweatshirts, and more! 

The stores will be open from the 1st-15th each month and close after the 15th for shipping. They will reopen on the 1st of each month. Your order will be shipped directly to you!

Start Shopping here!

Parent Volunteer Corner

Need Parent Volunteer Hours?

Volunteering at TCA

CLICK HERE to read more about our volunteering program and how your partnership helps our campus work!

For families with students on A/B Track, it is suggested that you volunteer 25 hours/year on campus. 

For families with students on C Track, it is suggested that you volunteer 10 hours/year on campus.


Specific Donations requests

A/B K-6 Art Shed Supplies

The Parent led Art Shed has an updated wish list of items needed for student art projects throughout the year. Click HERE to see how you can help! You can drop of your donation at the front office, with an A/B teacher or send it directly to the school at: 

2950 S. Bear Valley Pkwy., Escondido, CA 92025 

If you have questions, please contact jklein@classicalacademy.com

Picnic and Play Volunteers

We would like to have some grade level activities planned during the Picnic and Play time to allow students to get to know other students in their grades. We are looking for parents to organize and run these throughout the year. Contact Jill McNiff if you are interested in volunteering and if you have an idea of what activity you’d like to run (jmcniff@classicalacademy.com). 

Donations Needed 

Click Here to sign up to donate to our campus. 

You can ship or drop off your donations to our front office at TCA 

Record Your Volunteer Hours

CLICK HERE to record your volunteer hours. Remember that $10 of donations is equal to 1 volunteer hour!

We Need Your Help

We would love to offer trainings and chats on a more consistent basis this year. Is there something you would like more training or information on? Please use the link below to share your thoughts or ideas for sessions that you would find helpful. 


Parent Trainings or Coffee Chat Ideas


Choir 


Rehearsals will be held on Mondays


1st-2nd: 8:30am-9am

3rd-5th: 9am-9:50am

6th-8th: 9:50am-10:45am


Any questions? Please email jstubbs@classicalacademy.com.

Band (4th grade & up)


Beginning Band 

Tuesday/Thursday 4:30-5:30 


Advanced Band 

Thursdays 3:30-4:30 


Any questions? Please email jstubbs@classicalacademy.com.


Musical Theater

Grades 3-5

Email lkling@classicalacademy.com for more information!


Musical Theater

Grades 6-8 


Email khoward@classicalacademy.com for more information!

Join your fellow Classical Academies friends and families to cheer on San Diego Loyal Soccer Club! Use this link for group rate tickets and sit with other Classical Academy community members. Last year we had over 70 in our group! Cheer on club EVP & Manager former US Men’s National Team legend Landon Donavon and his high-flying team. If you’ve never experienced a Loyal match day, you’re in for a treat! The soccer is incredible, and the atmosphere is electric.

 

The match is on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 3:00 pm. You won’t want to miss this. Interested in purchasing Season Tickets with SD Loyal or have any other questions? Contact Ben Skye-Babbott with any questions! (bens@sdloyal.com | 619.790.7115)


The Classical Academies 3.19 SD Loyal Group Flyer.pdf

Middle School Sports Information

 Please click on the links below for the most up to date information.

CAMS FAQ Sports Page

CAMS Badger Buzz 

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.

The following posts are NOT school sponsored events. 

Please contact the individual in stated posts for more information

Thank You!

Interested in Tutoring? Are you familiar with Logic of English? We have a parent seeking help for their first grade student for 3 hours on Mondays, in Poway. If you are interested in more information, please contact Suzanne Duncan- sduncan@classicalacademy.com 

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 for the next 14 months starting on May 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. 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. For riders who already have a pass, the rides will automatically be free starting May 1, 2022. 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.