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Sep 8-12, 2025
CALENDAR
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TCA LEARN
VOLUNTEER HOURS
CAV SPORTS
This Week:
Monday, Sep 8 - Homeschool day for all tracks
Back to School Party 2-4pm
Tuesday, Sep 9 - Tracks A and M on campus
Make Up Pictures 9am-12pm
Wednesday, Sep 10- Tracks A and M on campus
Thursday, Sep 11 - Track B and M on campus
Friday, Sep 12 - Track B on campus
9-11am - M Track Office Hours (6th-8th)
Questions? Please call the front office at 760-330-9800
Principal Message
To CAV Families,
We are excited to implement our second year of Leader in Me. As we begin our program, here are some things you can ask at home to support our learning of the 7 habits. As the school year unfolds, the students are learning the language and meaning of the 7 Habits. By hearing the same language at home and at school, you send your child a message of what is important and that we are all on the same team—the team that wants to help your student succeed. When parents and schools support one another, the sky is the limit!
Below is a summary of each of the habits:
•Habit 1: Be Proactive (I’m Responsible for Me)
•Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind (Have a Plan)
•Habit 3: Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play)
•Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win)
•Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk)
•Habit 6: Synergize (Together Is Better)
•Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best)
In order to encourage the 7 Habits language at home, here are some questions you can ask your child:
How were you proactive today?
What is your end in mind with this project/work/task?
How do you plan to put first things first in this situation?
What would be a win-win for us?
I want to hear what you think first and then I will share. How do you know when you are being listened to?
How can we work together on this?
How would you like to sharpen your saw today?
We will be having longer Assemblies on Wednesdays and Fridays. You are all welcome to join us in the activities. These activities will be centered around our LIM learning and completing leadership roles.
Looking forward to seeing you all!
Kirstin Lasto
We're excited to see you on campus!
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 on the student if they do not attend.
At CAV, synchronous (live) instruction opportunities are offered by all teachers. 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.
Current News and Updates
Fact Tactics: More Than Memorization!
We are excited to launch Fact Tactics, our school-wide math fluency program for 4th–6th grades! Each week, students will focus on one new math fact and practice strategies to build fluency and confidence.
Families play an essential role by asking their students questions like:
What is the fact of the week?
What is the product?
What strategy did you use?
This program is more than memorization. It’s about the flexible application of strategies - using them efficiently, accurately, and in ways that connect to other problems. Students will not only be able to derive facts but also apply these strategies to more challenging problems, developing powerful algebraic reasoning skills to prepare them for middle school and beyond!
Open to 7th and 8th grade
CALLING ALL 7th and 8th GRADE STUDENTS!!
We will have an ASB Interest Meeting with your facilitators Mrs. M & Ms. Kris this Friday. You need not attend to be able to apply. This is an informational meeting to answer your questions and talk about some of the exciting things we will do this year!
When: Friday, September 12th @ 1:45 PM
Where: Over Zoom
Link: https://classicalacademy.zoom.us/j/97359126270?pwd=56rqrROpv09cgdjMciEWfbznHhbBdL.1
Passcode: CAVASB
Who: 7th and 8th Grade Students from ALL Tracks and SORA Students with Vista as their house campus. Parents are also welcome to attend, but not required.
LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!!
Questions? Please email asbvista@classicalacademy.com
If you miss picture day on Aug 22nd, you have an opportunity to get your picture taken on Sept 9th!
Sign up in the front office. Tickets are LIMITED and we do anticipate selling out so get yours soon!
Parents and Pastries is a fun event for our families to connect and get to know on another!
Events like this are successful because of YOU parents and your willingness to participate.
Let's build our CAV community and have fun together!
Scan the barcodes on the event flier if you would like to donate some goodies. (Remember to log your volunteer hours! $10 equals 1 hour of volunteer time)
Any questions? Reach out to our event coordinator, Caitlyn. cavila@classicalacademy.com
For instructions on adding a course using a code, click HERE.
Band and Choir is open to CAV students, too!
Contact Broberson@classicalacademy.com for Band info
BSherman@classicalacademy.com for Choir info
Check out these fun enrichment class opportunities!
These vendors will be offering their classes/lessons on our campus.
Vendors are not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by The Classical Academies.
Please contact the service provider directly with all questions or concerns.
Starts Monday, September 15th!
When registering, be sure to enter Classical Academy Vista as your site.
Questions? Email info@seaquestedu.com
For details about the programs offered, visit www.seaquestedu.com
To register, go to https://www.seaquestedu.com/sportsregistration
Cannetic Enery can be joined at any time!
The cost of the class will be pro-rated so you pay only for the classes you attend - not a whole session. At $10 a class, this is affordable fun!
Sign up now!
Questions? Email matt@thesk8coach.com
or call 480-234-4404
The Classical Academies is pleased to offer every student one free breakfast meal kit and/or one free lunch meal kit each day they are on campus for an educational purpose lasting longer than 2 hours.
Students can choose from the available pre-packaged breakfast kit and/or pre-packaged lunch kit at the scheduled appropriate meal time.
Each pre-packaged breakfast kit includes breakfast cereal, dried fruit, applesauce or juice, graham crackers, and low-fat milk. Lunch items may include chicken salad, Wow Butter, hummus, sunflower kernels, cheese sticks, soy nuts, applesauce or juice, dried fruit, a vegetable juice blend, fava bean crisps, 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.
Share Your Story!
Every family has a unique story, and we want to hear yours! By sharing how our schools serve your family, you help us demonstrate our impact to authorizing school districts and strengthen our case for partnerships and renewals. These testimonials may also be featured during National School Choice Week to highlight the power of educational options that empower families.
To participate, briefly explain why your family attends The Classical Academies. Include your family's last name, and attach a family photo (first names are unnecessary). Let's advocate for the opportunities every family deserves.
To Participate, click below:
VISITOR AND VOLUNTEER GUIDELINES
ALL visitors/parents/guardians who will be coming on campus MUST sign in at the front desk and obtain a Visitors Badge.
Please have your ID ready the first time you check in. After this 1st check-in, we will not require your ID. You may provide your name at the front desk and we will print you a visitor's badge.
If you will be volunteering in a classroom or plan on volunteering in the future, please email Caitlyn Avila and she will send you the Volunteer Letter/Survey that is required to be completed in order to volunteer on our campus. cavila@classicalacademy.com
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Cell Phone Policy
Cell Phones and Personal Electronics Policy
New Phone Policy
It will be mandatory for all student cellphones/smartwatches to be in silent mode and in backpack. They will not be allowed in a pocket or with the student while on campus. They may not be taken out at any time.
Students may call or text only with Staff approval in the front office. If you need to get in touch with your student, please call our front office at 760-330-9800. We are happy to deliver a message or have them come to the office to speak with you. If there is a medical exemption needed, please let us know.
1st offense - Teacher takes phone/smartwatch - email sent to parent as a heads up and reminder of our policy, behavior form filled out, student can pick up at end of day.
2nd offense - Phone taken, brought up to the front office, parent emailed, parent required to pick up phone.
3rd offense - Phone brought up to the front office, parent notified, admin gets involved, student turns in phone to front office each day through end of unit.
Class Trips for 4th-8th Grade
4th Grade San Francisco-Sacramento Class Trip - March 16-18, 2026
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
Questions about this trip should be emailed to: tcaevents@classicalacademy.com
5th Grade Pathfinder Class Trip (25-26 school year)
Only a handful of spots remaining! Sign up now!
Sign ups for our popular 2025-2026 5th Grade Pathfinder Ranch camp are coming up at the end of April!
Please see below for more details about this trip and how to join our lottery starting 4/28/25:
All 5th grade students at Classical Academy Vista have an opportunity to attend a 3-day, 2-night class trip near Mountain Center, California to participate in Pathfinder on October 27-29, 2025.
Please note, this trip is an optional educational trip. Spots are limited and are open to all students on A, B, and C Track on a lottery basis.*
Cost: The cost per student is $400.00. Cost includes transportation from Classical Academy Vista to Pathfinder, your time at camp (including meals once at camp, and all activities), a camp T Shirt, and transportation from Pathfinder back to CAV.
Chaperone cost is $300 and will be chosen by lottery at a later date.
Payment Schedule:
April 28th-May 1st: Sign Ups open via google sheets.
May 2nd: A Lottery for students signed up will take place and students chosen by lottery will be notified
May 2nd-May 9th: $100 deposit is due ($50 of this deposit is non-refundable) and your Permission click form is due.
August 11th– 2nd payment of $150 due
September 15th– Final payment of $150 due
*No refunds given after 07/29/25*
Please understand it is your responsibility to make your payments on time. Late payments may be subject to removal of your student(s) spot on the trip.
*Due to the popularity of this trip and the limited spaces available. We will use the sign-ups on this form to lottery out our available spots on 5/2/25 and notify families. If your student is chosen by lottery to attend, you will be sent a sign up/payment link that MUST be completed by 5/9/25, or your student(s) risk losing their spot.
Please only complete this form if your student is certain they would like to attend and the dates work for your schedule. As a reminder, refunds are not available after 7/29/2025.
Camp Activities include:
Animal Ecology
Fresh Water Ecology
Archery
Horseback Riding
Climbing wall
Mad Science Fair
Campfire Program
Email cavila@classicalacademy.com to sign up or be placed on a wait list
7th Grade Catalina Class Trip (25-26 school year)
All spots filled - please email cavila@classicalacademy.com to be placed on the wait list
Sign ups for our popular 2025-2026 7th Grade Catalina camp are coming up at the end of April!
Please see below for more details about this trip and how to join our lottery starting 4/28/25:
All 7th grade students at Classical Academy Vista have an opportunity to attend a 3-day, 2-night class trip to Catalina Island, California to participate in Catalina Island's Marine Institute camp on September 15-17, 2025.
Please note, this trip is an optional educational trip. Spots are limited and are open to all students on M and C Track on a lottery basis.*
Cost: The cost per student is $475.00. Cost includes transportation from Classical Academy Vista to Catalina (by bus/ferry), your time at camp (including meals once at camp, and all activities), a camp T Shirt, and transportation from Catalina back to CAV.
Chaperone cost is $375 and will be chosen by lottery at a later date.
Payment Schedule:
April 28th-May 1st: Sign Ups open via google sheets.
May 2nd: A Lottery for students signed up will take place and students chosen by lottery will be notified
May 2nd-May 9th: $175 deposit is due ($87.50 of this deposit is non-refundable) and your Permission click form is due.
July 14th– 2nd payment of $150 due
August 11th– Final payment of $150 due
*No refunds given after 06/17/25*
Please understand it is your responsibility to make your payments on time. Late payments may be subject to removal of your student(s) spot on the trip.
*Due to the popularity of this trip and the limited spaces available. We will use the sign-ups on this form to lottery out our available spots on 5/2/25. If your student is chosen by lottery to attend, you will be sent a sign up/payment link that MUST be completed by 5/9/25, or your student(s) risk losing their spot.
Please only complete this form if your student is certain they would like to attend and the dates work for your schedule. As a reminder, refunds are not available after 6/17/25.
Camp Activities include:
At Catalina CIMI Fox Landing students will be introduced to the basic concepts of marine science and island ecology. They will learn about preserving our environment as they study living organisms and the plants and animals of a marine ecosystem.
Sleeping in cabins, they will experience camp life, view small animals in their natural habitat, and view clear nights under the stars. They will also learn about the history of Catalina Island and may participate in a variety of hands-on activities, and study a variety of topics such as:
Sharks, Rays, Skates, and Fish
Refuge Lagoon - One of the best snorkeling areas in Catalina
Coastal Bird - Kayak to a bird nesting spot - Bird Rock
Natural History Hike - Learn about island history and ecosystems on several different trails
Intertidal Ecology - Explore the animals of the tide pools
Marine Mammals, Plankton, Algae (Seaweed), and Invertebrates Astronomy Hike Island Ecology Hike
Fox Landing Camp will challenge students through activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, and trust walks. Parent chaperones and instructors from the Fox Landing
Camp will supervise students at all times. Instructors are expert guides, swimmers, and divers. They are also first aid certified. They will ensure students are safe while participating in water sports, labs, and field activities.
Please note filling out this form DOES NOT secure your child's spot for Catalina. You will be notified on 5/2/25 if your child was randomly selected to attend. We will email you to complete your paperwork and deposit, this will be due NO LATER THAN 5/9/25. Your student's spot is NOT reserved until all steps are completed.
Email cavila@classicalacademy.com to sign up or be placed on a wait list
8th Grade East Coast Trip Update:
8th Grade East Coast Trip Sign Up Deadline is FRIDAY APRIL 25th!
The response to this 8th grade adventure has been incredible and we are now well past the waitlist and quickly moving towards the participant cap.
If you missed the Zoom Trip Info meeting, you can find it here!
Ready to register? Of course you are! :) See the attached flyer for registration details
Questions? Please email Mr. Powell at tpowell@classicalacademy.com
Find more information at East Coast Trip FAQ Website
Field Trip Information
**New** The Classical Academies SORA Program Information
The Classical Academies is launching a world-class online program this fall to serve students in grades 6-8. Students will attend class virtually and participate in 3 hours of daily small-group live classes, with access to on-campus enrichment on Fridays. This is a project-based learning program with credentialed teachers, a structured schedule, and engaging online instruction in a flexible environment. Students also have access to on-campus activities and extracurriculars, including musical theater, sports, clubs, and more.
FAQ , click here.
For more information and to register, visit: https://sora.classicalacademy.com/
Tcchnology Assistance
Technology Assistance
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. 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 2025-2026 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.
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.
In The Community
The information in this section is provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only. It is independent of Classical Academy Vista and is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by The Classical Academies.
Please contact the service provider directly with all questions or concerns.
Do you have an event you'd like to share with our school community?
Send details to mvaldovinos@classicalacademy.com to have it posted in our community section.
Does your child enjoy singing?
Check out Oceanlight Music for a fun choir opportunity!
The choir will meet Mondays from 2:00-3:30 and is open to students in grades 3-8.
Rehearsals are held at a separate building not far from the CAV campus!
Contact:
Director, Justine Hansen
OceanlightMusicSD@gmail.com
(858) 997-7673
Join the Academy of Baseball squad, which is run by High School baseball coaches and players! AoB has openings in all age groups 12-18. The goal of the program is for our competitive groups of players to stay together as they progress through high school, fostering deep team cohesion, recognizing that consistency and camaraderie are essential for developing not only skilled athletes but also lifelong friendships. For the older squads, college prep is emphasized.
Find more information at academyofbaseball.org!
Pickleball Lessons
Contact James Drolet if you have any questions
619-846-7677
TheBillPickleball.com
2 hour sessions - $20 per child (groups of 6)
School Meals Available at Community Locations
Through USDA's summer meal programs, approved sites in communities across the country can serve meals to kids up to age 18 at no cost, regardless of the school they normally attend. Visit San Diego County Summer 2025 Meal Sites for Students to view a list of summer meal sites in your neighborhood. Please contact the site directly for more information.
Please also visit these other community resources:
Youth Opportunity Pass Program
Youth Ride Free with PRONTO
All riders 18 & under will be able to ride MTS and North County Transit District (NCTD) services for FREE with a Youth PRONTO app account, or a Youth PRONTO card. The Youth Opportunity Pass is a pilot program, sponsored by the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) and County of San Diego, through June 30, 2026.
To be eligible for the Youth Opportunity Pass, riders 18 & under must have a Youth PRONTO app account, or a PRONTO Youth card, and travel with proof of eligibility. (Kids 5 & under ride MTS and NCTD free at all times, and don’t need a card or proof of eligibility.)
Have questions or comments about the Youth Opportunity Pass pilot program? Please email youthopportunitypass@sandag.org
Program Feedback
Comments, Suggestions, Great Ideas….
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Your partnership is valued. Your ideas strengthen our programs. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
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