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October 29 - November 2, 2018
OCTOBER
Monday, October 29
Monday Classes - TK, 1, 2, 7, 8
Band Meeting 2:45 - 3:45 pm
Vertical Hold rock climbing field trip - 4:00 pm
Tuesday, October 30
Regular Schedule
1:30 - Skate Club meeting @ Alga Norte Skate Park - email kdeluca@classicalacademy.com if you have any questions
2:00 pm - Orientation for prospective families
3:00-3:45 pm - Dance Club (K-2)
Wednesday, October 31 - NO COSTUMES PLEASE
Regular Schedule
Operation Gratitude Assembly 8:45 am (Music students who will be singing are asked to arrive by 8 am for practice)
Musical Theater rehearsal - 3:45 - 5:45 pm in the music room
Thursday, November 1st
Regular Schedule
Operation Gratitude Assembly 8:45 am (Music students who will be singing are asked to arrive by 8 am for practice)
Musical Theater rehearsal - 3:45 - 5:45 pm in the music room
Friday, November 2nd
Regular Schedule
Next week...please make note of different schedule this week due to the All School Legoland Field Trip
THERE ARE NO HOMEROOM (CORE) CLASSES FOR 7TH GRADE THIS WEEK DUE TO THE CATALINA TRIP. 7TH GRADERS NOT ATTENDING THE TRIP MAY COME TO ELECTIVE CLASSES ONLY.
Monday, November 5th
Monday Classes - TK, 1, 2, 7, 8
7th Grade leaves to Catalina trip (11/5-11/7)
2:45-3:45 pm - CAV Band meeting in music room
Tuesday, November 6th
Regular Schedule - (A track is on campus only one day this week)
9:30 am Orientation for prospective families
3:00-3:45 pm - Dance Club (K-2)
Wednesday, November 7th
Homeschool Day - No classes on campus
Musical Theater rehearsal - 3:45 - 5:45 pm in the music room
Thursday, November 8th
Regular Schedule (B track is on campus only one day this week)
Musical Theater rehearsal - 3:45 - 5:45 pm in the music room
Friday, November 9th
Legoland Field Trip day!
No Classes on campus
Monday, November 12th is Veteran's Day.
Our campus and office will be closed.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Pizza Lunch Days!
Wednesday, Nov 28 and Friday, November 30th
Pre-pay in the office only - must pay by November 13th
$3.00 per slice, add $1.00 to make a meal! (meal includes bottle of water and fruit)
Forms are available in the front office
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Our Lion King, Jr. cast has been announced!
Click here for the list!
Congratulations to all of our talented students!!
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ART NEEDS YOUR RECYCLED LIDS & CAPS!
Recycled items needed are lids of any type (i.e. water bottle, jar, Gatorade, bottlecaps, etc…) and corks (please wash first!).
Also requested: NEW popsicle sticks (can be purchased in large boxes like these on Amazon.)
All items are needed by Friday, November 16th. Please drop off in the front office.
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OPERATION GRATITUDE SPECIAL ASSEMBLY MUSIC PRACTICE WILL TAKE PLACE JUST BEFORE THE ASSEMBLY
Call Time for all Track Tues/Wed Music classes:
Wednesday, October 31st at 8 am for the "Operation Gratitude" assembly at 8:30 am.
Call Time for all Track Thurs/Fri Music classes:
Thursday, November 1st at 8 am for the "Operation Gratitude" assembly at 8:30 am.
Please wear patriotic colors (red, white & blue). This is our one and only opportunity for all three middle school music classes to get together to practice at the same time.
Thank you,
Mrs. Rebecca Zynda
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Are you a craft connoisseur? Sell your items at our Craft Fair!
CAV Parents and Students are invited to sell your crafts and creations during Unit 2 Conferences on November 26, 27 and 29
Please use the link below to reserve your table. If you require shade, please bring your umbrella or pop up canopy as shade areas are limited. You can reserve your table for one day or all three - its up to you!
Craft fair will run from 9 am to 3 pm.
All families are invited to shop!
Seller's Table Reservation - click here
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Cllick here to view Mrs. Orman's Art project
Remember, every $10 in donations to our school equals 1 hour of volunteer time. Don't forget to log in your hours!
HELP US FUND MRS ORMAN'S ART PROJECT!
Mrs. Orman's Art project: ...is almost funded!
This year my students will be studying the art of Egypt. The students will be learning about ancient tombs, Egyptian hieroglyphs, and the art of creating an ancient sarcophagus. This projects will be sculptural as well as 2 dimensional. The students will be painting, and designing their boxes with paint and ink. The inside of the boxes will have a sculpted Egyptian mummy. The students will be using the plaster tape to create this sculpture. This project brings history and art together for a fun interactive experience. On the back of each box will be facts about Egyptian history. This project will be displayed at the schools art show.
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History Kits for Unit 2 are available for purchase in the office
These kits are a fun way to complete your History crafts for the unit (Grades 1-4).
Each kit has everything you need - every piece of yarn, bead, or construction paper is already counted out or cut to size to make it super easy!
$10 per kit - purchase in the front office. Almost sold out!
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*NEW* CAV Parent/Guardian Book Club
Our book club pick: "Teaching Kids to Think: Raising Confident, Independent, & Thoughful Children in an Age of Instant Gratification" by Darlene Sweetland, PhD & Ron Stolberg, PhD
We will meet in the gym from 9:00 am - 9:50 am on the following days:
Session Two - Ch. 3 - Ch. 8 - Tues, Dec 4th *OR* Thursday, Dec 6th
Session Three - Ch. 9 - Ch. 13 - Tues, Feb 12th *OR* Thursday, Feb 14th
Be ready to connect and discuss with one another even if you did not finish all the readings!
RSVP HERE for meeting reminders.
Please contact our school counselor, Charity Marino, for more information. cmarino@classicalacademy.com
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Calling outgrown tap shoes!
Mrs. Zynda is seeking donations of outgrown tap shoes for the middle school music class.
Please drop off sizes that might fit 6-8th grade boys or girls in the Music Room or Front Office. Thank you!
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GOT PICS?! Do you have pictures from a school event that would look good in our yearbook. Share them with the Yearbook Team 2 ways...
1) Share them through Google Drive at vistayearbook@tcadocs.com
2) Go to www.TreeRing.com and upload them in the “Parent Pic Upload Folder” under Shared Folders.
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Students can learn to play chess and have fun!
Academic Chess is devoted to promoting the merits of chess among children by using stories, dances, and catchy songs to make the game of chess exciting and easy to understand. This wonderful learning experience not only teaches children to play chess, but also prepares them for life by enhancing their thought process.
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Jamba Juice Gift Cards on sale in the office now!
$10 gift card gets you
6 - "Buy One Get One Free" visits
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UPCOMING SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS
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8th Graders have the opportunity to join an indoor rock climbing adventure! Siblings/Family members are welcome to join in the fun!
Field trip will take place on October 29th, 4 - 6 pm
Download registration flier HERE
Registration ends Friday, Oct 26th
There will be a taco dinner potluck!
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CLASS TRIPS
4th Grade San Francisco/Sacramento class trip is OPEN for registration.
What is included in the trip:
Round Trip Airfare
Ground Transportation
Hotel Accommodations
Admission to scheduled sites
Lunch and Dinner-Day 1
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner- Day 2
Breakfast and Lunch- Day 3
Journals, t-shirts, and workbooks
Financial Protection
Payment:
Questions regarding payments should be directed to Students on Tour. Call (715) 736-7517 or email to mail@studentsontour.com.
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6th Grade Astrocamp - This field trip is FULL. Please contact Tiffany Jaggi to be put on the wait list. tjaggi@classicalacademy.com
Trip dates: February 18-20, 2019
Cost: $275 (split into 3 payments, $50 deposit due at sign up)
Visit astrocamp.org for information about this 3 day, 2 night trip.
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7th Grade Catalina trip is Nov 5 - 7, 2018
If you missed the parent meeting, please contact Tiffany Jaggi for trip itinerary and other pertinent info.
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8th grade East Coast Trip
Trip dates: November 8 to 15, 2018
Total Cost for this program begins at $2294.00
(quad occupancy; other occupancy options are available online).
To register online, visit the Students on Tour website at:
Use Program Code: T185006A
Password: 145118
On the itinerary: (click here for printable version with more details and payment schedule)
Williamsburg - The Historic Triangle of Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown comes alive as you explore the past. Learn about the establishment of Jamestown over 400 years ago, the yearnings for independence in Williamsburg, and the final major battle of the Revolutionary War in Yorktown.
New York City - The center of architecture, finance, fashion, and the arts – the Big Apple! Among the glitz and glamour of NYC, you will also hear stories of hard work and sacrifice of those who contributed to building of one of the world’s greatest cities! You’ll see iconic landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and the 9/11 Memorial.
Amish Country - A visit to this famous Amish settlement will provide a lesson in religious freedom as you observe the simpler lifestyle of these Plain People. Their lives are filled with faith and family, not to mention delicious food and artistic handcrafts.
Philadelphia - Great icons of freedom and liberty surround you as you walk the historic blocks of Old Town Philadelphia – the “City of Brotherly Love.” Learn how dependence on each other and confidence in our inalienable rights helped our nation fight for independence from tyranny.
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COUNSELOR'S CORNER
To receive Counseling Dept updates on Schoology - use this access code to join the group!
2B5D5-ZWVCX
Attention 3-8th graders:
Join Miss Charity and Miss Johanna for Breakfast Club before school on the dates listed. Enjoy some fun activities, conversation and breakfast snacks.
RSVP to Charity Marino
cmarino@classicalacademy.com
Breakfast Club
3-8th graders
8:15 am - 8:45 am in Room 211
Wednesdays and Fridays
November 14th & 16th
January 9th & 11th
February 13th & 15th
February 27th & March 1st
April 3rd & 5th
April 24th & 26th
May 15th & 17th
May 29th & 31st
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HOMESCHOOL SUPPORT
*fee based, all day, on campus M-TH
When: Monday through Thursday (Fridays, TBD), beginning first week of school
Where: The Classical Academy Vista campus Online Room (located upstairs above the main office)
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
How: Email Linda/Tara for registration options
Who Can Participate: 2nd through 8th grades (younger grades will be considered on a case by case basis)
Vista Campus Schedule: We follow the school calendar and meet during conference week.
Contact: lindaguzmanmom@yahoo.com or tara.pheneger@hopeww.org
Linda Guzman: 760-978-7758
Tara Pheneger: 619-517-5389
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CLUBS
Dance Club!
Open to all students of all skill levels in grades K-2.
Dance club will be held in the gym on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm
Join the fun!
For information, please contact Kelly Ewing, mrskellyewing@yahoo.com.
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Skate Club is back!
Students of all ages and all skill level are welcome to join us!
October 16th - CANCELLED
October 30th - 1:30 - 3:00 pm at Alga Norte
Contact Kelly DeLuca if you would like to be added to the Email interest list.
kdeluca@classicalacademy.com
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Surf Club
Classical Academy Vista Surf Team Competition Schedule
Sunday, November 18, 2018 - Oceanside Harbor, So Jetty
Sunday, February 3, 2019 - Oceanside South Pier
Sunday, March 3, 2019 - Ponto, Carlsbad
Sunday, March 17, 2019 - La Jolla Shores
Please contact Natalia Parkinson if you would like more info. natalia_parkinson@yahoo.com
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Yearbook Club
Yearbook is a new CLUB for 6th-8th graders this year at Classical Academy Vista! This will allow us all to be together working on the 2018/19 Yearbook. We will be meeting on Mondays from 3-4 pm. Come be a part of making a yearbook that you and your friends will look at for the rest of your lives! You can contact Mr. Tardiff for more info. ctardiff@classicalacademy.com
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VOLUNTEER HOURS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Classical Academy uses 'Helpcounter' to keep track of volunteer hours and also is a place for parents to find volunteer needs by classroom.
To set up your account go to HelpCounter
If you have questions regarding upcoming volunteer opportunities, please contact our Parent Volunteer Coordinator, Tiffany Jaggi at tjaggi@classicalacademy.com.
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PARKING AND SCHOOL DAILY SCHEDULE
School Drop Off Traffic Flow Diagram
School Pick Up Traffic Flow Diagram
Drop off is from 8:30 - 8:45 am.
We will meet in the gym for our all school assembly from 8:45 - 9:00 am. All family and friends are welcome at our morning assembly. All kids will follow their teacher to their first morning class at 9:00 am.
Late arrivals will need to check in at the office. Office Staff will walk students to their class.
Pick up is at 3:00 pm for K-2nd and 3:30 pm for 3-8th.
Younger siblings waiting for older ones will be supervised on the playground until the 3:30 pm pick up.
We have two lines of traffic that come into the pickup area.
At book pick up, you will receive a placard with your last name to display in your car window.
Last names beginning with A-K are on the playground lane (inner right lane) and L-Z are on the parking lot lane (left lane). Signs will be posted to help with traffic flow. The first few weeks will be slower as we learn to recognize cars. Please be patient as we work this out. Last year we were able to get everyone in and out within 10 minutes.
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ADDITIONAL SCHOOL FORMS
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Alternate Pick Up - Please complete this form and bring to our front office if your child(ren) will be picked up by someone other than a parent or guardian
Medication Form - Please complete this form and bring to our front office if your child(ren) is/are required to take any medications while on campus. Medication MUST be kept in the office unless other arrangements are made with Principal Lasto.
Household Information Update - Please return this form to the office with any new information so we can update our records. If you change your residential address, we will need a current proof of residence showing the new address.
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PROGRAM FEEDBACK
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.
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