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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
May 6 - 10, 2024
May
May 13 - Career Fair (1:00 - 3:00)
May 13 - Padres Charter School Appreciation Night
May 14- Student Awards Ceremony (At Emmanuel Faith Community Church - by invitation only)
May 16- Fire Drill
May 7-17- A/B CAASPP Testing
May 24 - 8th Grade Hollywood Party
May 27- Memorial Day Observed- NO SCHOOL- office and campus CLOSED
May 28- Band and Choir Concert (At CAHS)
May 28-29 - Bear Bucks Bonanza
May 28-31- Last week of C'lectives classes
May 31 - CAHS Senior Walk
May 31- Unit 6 Field Trip- Wave Waterpark
June
June 4 - Last day on campus for A track (noon dismissal)
June 5 - Last day on campus for B track (noon dismissal)
June 5 - 8th grade promotion practice
June 6 - 8th grade promotion
June 7 - Last day of school!
June 10-14 - Unit 6 Conferences
June 24-28 - Musical Theater Camp
UNIT 6 Assemblies
Key: Flexibility & Balance
Assembly Schedule:
C Track Assemblies:
C K-6 (8:28am)
Tue. 5/28 & Wed. 5/29
C 7-8 (11:00am)
Tue. 5/28 & Wed. 5/29
AB Assemblies (7:58 am)
Tue. 5/28 & Wed. 5/29
2023-24 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- AB Track Drop Off Pick Up
C'lectives Students and Parents- C Track Morning
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parents, please note that the career fair is NOT a drop off event.
C'lectives 2024-25 Parent Information
TCA is excited to release the C’lectives information and schedule for the 2024-2025 school year. We value our partnership with parents and appreciate your input regarding C’lectives. Our team created this schedule based on your feedback and our student enrollment. We have made every effort to provide a balanced schedule of core and elective options for all students based on staffing and enrollment.
Important Details:
Read through all of the information carefully before requesting classes
Click on the class names in the C’lectives schedule to view class descriptions
There are teacher created video descriptions for core classes
Returning families can start requesting classes in School Pathways May 10-17
New Families can start requesting classes in School Pathways May 20-24
C’lectives enrollment is by lottery; please ensure you have your requests in on or before the deadline (see above)
Requests are made in School Pathways
You will be able to view your C’lectives student schedules in School Pathways on June 7
Please note, classes with low student enrollment may be cancelled. Families will be contacted and given a 2nd option.
CLICK HERE to view all details.
YEARBOOK SALES - LESS THAN 40 YEARBOOKS LEFT!
The 23-24 Yearbooks are on SALE!
This year, the books are available for $50.00. To order your TCA Yearbook, CLICK HERE.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Yearbook staff at tcayearbook@classicalacademy.com
2024/25 Bear Family Campout Interest Form
We would love to host our Bear Valley Campout in October. To make this happen, we need your help! We are looking for a group of parents who would be interested in planning and organizing this event. If that's you, please fill out the interest form and we will be contacting you at a future time.
TCA Counseling Corner
Do you know of a student who could use support?
Fill out a referral form HERE
A/B Track Families-
Mrs.G @ kgravelle@classicalacademy.com
C Track Families-
Ms.Viviana @ vperez@classicalacademy.com
Mrs. G
Ms. Viviana
Join Us for the Bear Bucks Bonanza!
Students, mark your calendars for the May 28th & 29th lunchtime party! Teachers will be joining you for games, music and lots of fun. We're hosting a Bear Bucks Bonanza, but there's a catch - we need to collect 2,000 Bear Bucks together! It's a team effort, open to all grades and tracks.
Want to join the effort in making this happen? Simply drop your Bear Bucks in the bucket near the lunch tables by our bulletin board before school, during lunch, or after school. Let's make this EPIC Bonanza happen!
Donations Needed for the Bear Bucks Store
Our TCA Bears are working hard to show positive behavior and earning lots of Bear Bucks!
Students can spend their Bear Bucks in the Bear Buck Store and you can help us replenish our store by donating to our project:
YOU Get a Prize! And YOU Get a Prize!
Please remember to fill out the volunteer form found in the Volunteer section further down in the BUZZ.
Every $10 donated counts toward 1 volunteer hour. Thank you for your support!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Unit 6 Field Trip: The WAVE Waterpark
Sign Ups Now Open!
Date: Friday, May 31, 2024
Time: 4:30-8:30 PM
Cost: $19.00 per person (children age 2 and under are free)
We have rented out the water park from 4:30-8:30 p.m. for this private Classical Academy event.
The Wave water park offers a number of attractions including:
Slide Tower, made up of four exciting slides
Flow Rider, a wave simulation ride
Rip Tide Slide, a single tube slide
El Rio Loco, the lazy river
A temperature-controlled competition swimming pool
Rippity's Rainforest, a splash area for children under 48 inches tall
Sign-ups for this hugely popular field trip will be online now until Thursday, May 23 (unless sold out sooner). Adults supervising children and not participating in the water activities will still need to purchase a ticket.
Please note that this is NOT a drop off event; parents must accompany children into the park and remain onsite to supervise throughout the evening.
This is a rain or shine event, so please be aware that ticket purchases are non-refundable.
Families may bring their own food and drinks into the park, however, the concessions shop will also be open for food sales. (You can't bring food to cook)
For more detailed information regarding attractions, rules, or directions, please visit the water park's website at https://www.thewavewaterpark.com/home.
Click HERE to sign up and purchase tickets
TCA Parent Led Clubs
Attention Parents:
Do you have a club you'd love to lead next year or a special skill that you could share with our students? Please fill out the Parent Led Club Interest Form and we will be in touch!
TCA Middle School News
Don't miss special events and announcements for TCA 7th and 8th graders!
Check here every week for the most current
Attention 8th graders!
Roll out the red carpet and get ready for a field game night at our 8th-grade Hollywood Party! Step into the spotlight and feel like a superstar as you mingle with your classmates amidst dazzling decorations inspired by the golden age of cinema. Dress to impress for our red carpet contest in your favorite Hollywood attire, whether you're channeling classic icons or modern-day movie stars. From paparazzi-worthy photo ops to celebrity trivia, this soirée promises to be an unforgettable celebration worthy of the silver screen. Get ready to shine bright like a Hollywood star at the event of the year!
Bear Valley Campus
Friday, May 24th
Cost: $20
Please see the Sign Up Genius to sign up to donate items to help the students celebrate. All items need to be dropped off at the front office by Friday, May 17th. Thank you!
Save The Date: 8th Grade Promotion
Date: Thursday, June 6, 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 Rehearsal for 8th Grade Students: Wednesday, June 5, 2023 at 1:00 pm - students arrive 12:45. This will take place at TCA- Bear Valley campus
CAMS 2024-2025 ASB Application!
Attention all current 6th and 7th graders going to CAMS in the fall! Do you like to plan fun events, raise money, express your creativity, serve the community, or be a force for positivity around our campus??!! If one or more of these fits you, then ASB is what you should do!! We meet most Thursdays 3:30-4:45pm here on the CAMS campus. We spend our time learning leadership skills and doing amazing work that helps create the unique culture that families from all over North County join a waiting list trying to get their students in! Want to join in on the fun?? Take some time to complete a quality application that represents you well and demonstrates you have what it takes to lead our campus next school year!
The ASB application for the 24/25 school year is now live with a deadline of Friday, May 31st
Applicants will be chosen and announced via email by Friday, June 14th
Mr. Powell, Mrs. Atkins, Ms. Baker
Attention Incoming 7th-12th Graders
CAHS is looking for people to join the Color Guard. This is an amazing, award winning group (girls and boys!) who compete with the fall marching band and then compete at Winter Guard competitions in the winter. No prior experience is needed-just a good attitude.
CELEBRATE!
Student of the Unit
Unit Five
A/B Tracks
KN-3rd Grade
Mrs. Boshaw- Kindergarten
Josiah Faulkner
Ethan Sweere
Mrs. Botka- Kindergarten
Alma De Santiago
Avalon Holtz
Mrs. Duncan- 1st Grade
Messiah Couser
Anthony McCann
Mrs.Xaysanapannha- 1st Grade
Benjamin Douglass
Wyatt Kimberly
Mrs. Fogelman- 2nd Grade
Charlotte Lefever
Alyssa Arguelles
Mrs. Klein- 2nd Grade
Verity Turner
Nevena Cvetkovic
Mr. Meisterling- 3rd Grade
Lili Silva
Sulley Shields
Ms. Hebner- 3rd Grade
Ezekiel Salcido
Amarra Park
A/B Tracks
4th-6th Grade
Mrs. Goyette- 4th Grade
Hallie White
Chelsea Aguilar
Ms. Carlos- 4th Grade
Nathan Bauer
Andrew Morales
Mrs. Przybylowski- 5th Grade
Isaiah Santana
Anabel McKinlay
Mr. Jones- 5th Grade
Elliot Fogleman
Jameson Garner
Mrs. Sibley- 6th Grade
Kelaiah Baza
Carlos Aguilar
Mrs. Stafford- 6th Grade
Sawyer Rashidi
Emily Bertelsen
C Track
Mrs. Cornejo
Bethel Lutz
Mrs. Callie deNeve
Jolie Elias
Mrs. Sara deNeve
Ezra Miller
Mrs. Ferkins
Raquel Miramontes
Mrs. Gavin
Aiden Ruiz
Mrs. Geoghegan
Benjamin Shanley
C Track
Mrs. Jennings
Yarel Mendoza Saravia
Mr. Long
Hayley Currie
Ms. Newby
Hiley Simpson
Mrs. Pressley
Sara Caustin
Mrs. Vaughn
Levi Ware
Ms. Walker
Jillian Ammon
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.
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. Readers who submit a completed form after the last day of each unit will be posted in the next unit.
I've read 5000+ Pages!
Noah Alanjary - KN C - Ms. Walker
Jacob Weathers - 2C - Ms. Walker
I've read 10,000+ Pages!
Matteo Cocchia - 2C - Ms. Walker
Hadley Wagg - 2B - Mrs. Fogleman
I've read 30,000+ Pages!
Kiernan Williams - 2A - Mrs. Klein
UNIT 5 Readers
I've read 20 books!
Colton Wickham - 3C - Ms. Vaughn
Maddyx Harriss - 8C - Ms. Cheng
I've read 40 books!
Harrison Hertel - 3A - Mr. Meisterling
Rebekah Rouse - 3B - Mr. Meisterling
Avery Caughron - 3C - Mrs. C. DeNeve
Josiah Griffith - 3C - Ms. Ryker
Greg Hovannesian - 3A - Mr. Meisterling
Bella Carpenter - 4A - Ms. Carlos
Logan Wakefield - 4C - Ms. Arend
Aubrey Triboulet - 6B - Mrs. Stafford
Natalie Weathers - 6B - Mrs. Stafford
Lillian Maddox - 6B - Mrs. Stafford
Mila Moreno - 6A - Mrs. Sibley
Stella Trujillo - 6B - Mrs. Sibley
Stay tuned for an informational zoom about TCA's band and choir programs!
Click on the arrows for more information
Band
Band (4th grade & up)
Info for next year coming soon
Any questions? Please email jstubbs@classicalacademy.com
Musical Theater
Jr. Musical Theater
Grades 3-5
Info for next year coming soon
Musical Theater
Grades 6-8
Any questions? Please email khoward@classicalacademy.com
2025 Northern California
4th Grade Trip
Registration is now open!
Attention Current 3rd Grade Families
The Northern California trip, for current 3rd graders that will be 4th grade TCA students next school year, is now accepting registrations. Adventure Awaits!
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 (other occupancy options are available online)
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
2024 Fall Catalina Trip
*The link to register will be sent May 13th to all incoming 7th grade families*
Attention Current 6th Grade Families
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: The link to register will be sent via email May 13 to all incoming 7th grade families.
Cost: $455.00
Learn more on the Catalina FAQ page.
2024 Fall East Coast Trip
Attention Current 7th Grade Families
The East Coast Trip, for current 7th graders that will be 8th grade TCA 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: $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!
Middle School Sports Information
*sports for the 23/24 school year are now finished*
Parent Volunteer Corner
Need Parent Volunteer Hours?
Parent Volunteers Needed for ~ C TRACK BOOK HELP!
Do you like to sort & organize? We could use your help with C Track books!
CLICK HERE to sign up for C Track Book Help
*BONUS: These hours will count for DOUBLE volunteer hours. They will count towards your hours for this year and next year!
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.
Record Your Volunteer Hours
CLICK HERE to record your volunteer hours. Remember that $10 of donations is equal to 1 volunteer hour!
On Campus Volunteer Form
If you're volunteering on campus please CLICK HERE to fill out a volunteer form for each time you visit.
Resources and General Info
Grades 3-4 C Track Typing Competition
Attention 3rd & 4th Grade C TRACK Students!
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 improve their touch typing skills!
Students who spend the most time working on their typing skills will be eligible to earn a prize at the end of the year!
Did you know students in 3rd-8th grades are expected to type written responses on their state assessments in the spring? 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
If your student already has a typing.com account, they can join the challenge by clicking “Use My Existing Typing.com Account.”
If your student has never used typing.com, they can join the challenge by clicking “Create a New Typing.com Account.”
Higher Level Math
If you missed the Zoom Meeting about Higher Level Math Options, CLICK HERE to listen!
This pertains to students who are ready for high school math (Math 1 or 2) BEFORE 9th grade
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
Our school meal 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 and Lunch Kits must be pre-ordered online.
Please use this link to sign your students up to receive a Breakfast Meal Kit
Please use this link to sign your students up to receive a Lunch Meal Kit
Reporting your student's illness:
Please make note that The Classical Academies will no longer send notification letters to parents regarding their symptomatic student. Letters will still be sent in relation to students who reports a COVID-19 positive.
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 call the front office and notify the teacher/ES.
Cold, allergy, flu and COVID symptoms all look alike. It is important to not self-diagnose these symptoms.
If your student experiences any of the following symptoms: fever, stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, body aches, more tired than normal, we recommend taking a COVID test when symptoms begin and before returning to school. Free test kits are available at 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.
If you have any questions, please reach out to healthandsafety@classicalacademy.com.
Thank you and please stay healthy!
Medication Policy for
2023-24 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.
CLICK HERE for the Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan
Please note: We cannot accept any medication forms for the 2023-2024 school year if it is dated before July 3, 2023. All forms must be signed & dated by your doctor after this date to be active for the new school year.
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.
Get into the school spirit and check out our School Store with all the latest TCA Bear swag! CLICK HERE now! STORE IS OPEN FROM THE 1ST-15TH OF EACH MONTH.
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 individual in stated posts for more information, questions or concerns.
Attention 4th grade students!!
Be the adventure hero of your family and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to see any of our 54 California State Parks for FREE! BONUS- Your entire family can join you! Watch this video and visit California Adventure Pass for 4th graders for all the information you need to get started with your adventure! Being a 4th grader has its perks!
Free Transit Passes for Students - Unlimited Rides on Bus, Trolley, Coaster & Sprinter
The Youth Opportunity Pass (YOP), which allows all riders 18 and under to ride all San Diego County transit systems (bus, trolley, Coaster, Sprinter), including North County Transit District and MTS services for FREE, has been extended through June 2024.
To be eligible for the Youth Opportunity Pass, riders 18 and under must have a Youth PRONTO app account, or a Youth PRONTO card, and travel with proof of eligibility. 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 NCTD's Youth Opportunity Pass webpage or the SANDAG website.
FREE Gift for Eligibility Verification
All youth with a YOP account must have their eligibility verified. For a limited time only, while supplies last, receive a FREE gift when you verify your YOP account at any NCTD Customer Service Center. Not sure if your PRONTO YOP eligibility has been verified? Call NCTD Customer Service at (760) 966-6500, Monday-Friday, 7am - 7pm, and weekends and holidays, 8am- 5 pm.
Need extra tutoring in Math?
Check out Marvelous Mathematics with Mrs. M!
Tutoring~Teaching~Lesson Planning
(And much more...just ask!)
Contact Mary Macfarlane @ mmacfarlane0819@gmail.com
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.