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Information and Announcements for September 17-21, 2018
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SEPTEMBER
Monday
17
Monday Classes - TK, Mini K, 1, 2, 7th, 8th
Make Up Picture Day - Last chance! 12pm - 3:30pm
Legoland sign ups begin today - sign ups are IN THE OFFICE only this year. No online registration.
Band Club meeting today from 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm - Kids World
Tuesday
18
Regular Schedule
Academic Chess demonstrations during lunches
"Study Island" for 5th gr parents - Room 203 - 3:35pm-4pm
Wednesday
19
Regular Schedule
Thursday
20
Regular Schedule
Academic Chess demonstrations during lunches
"Study Island" for 5th gr parents - Room 204 - 3:35pm-4pm
Friday
21
Regular Schedule
Monday
24
Monday Classes - TK, Mini K, 1, 2, 7th, 8th
Sign ups for 5th Grade BIZTOWN begin today
Tuesday
25
Regular Schedule
Wednesday
26
Regular Schedule
Moms-n-Muffins* - 8:15 am - 8:45am - at the picnic tables *if you are interested in donating muffins for this event, please contact Tiffany - tjaggi@classicalacademy.com
Coffee Chat w/Principal Lasto - 9:00 am in the gym after student dismissal - Stay after the assembly - Bring your ideas, questions and comments!
Thursday
27
Regular Schedule
Friday
28
Regular Schedule
Moms-n-Muffins* - 8:15 am - 8:45am - at the picnic tables *if you are interested in donating muffins for this event, please contact Tiffany - tjaggi@classicalacademy.com
Coffee Chat w/Principal Lasto - 9:00 am in the gym after student dismissal - Stay after the assembly - Bring your ideas, questions and comments!
Musical Theater registration packets DUE TODAY
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2018-2019 School Calendar (subject to change)
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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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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Please drive slowly through our parking lot - We have had a few reports of excessive speed. We want to keep everyone safe and appreciate everyone watching out for our students and staff members assisting with drop off and pick up.
Thank You!
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Attn: 5th Grade Parents
Mrs. Lehnerz invites you to a quick ‘Study Island’ in-service in her classroom either Tuesday, September 18th 3:35 - 4 p.m. or Thursday, September 20th 3:35 - 4 p.m.At both of these meetings she will be introducing the new software she is using (5th grade SCIENCE only) with the 5th grade students this year in preparation for the state testing in the Spring. She is excited to introduce you to this amazing program and explain the success and research behind it.
Please contact Mrs. Lehnerz with any questions. vlehnerz@classicalacademy.com
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Ms Helene has set up a Donor's Choose project -
"What a great day to learn to play my ukulele!"
If fulfilled, this project will provide our music students with
20 Ukuleles with 20 tuners, picks and 20 ukulele storage bags
Remember, every $10 in donations to our school equals 1 hour of volunteer time. Don't forget to log in your hours!
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Sign up in the front office
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MAKE UP PICTURE DAY WILL BE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH FROM 12 - 3:30PM
This will be the FINAL opportunity to have your student(s) picture in our yearbook.
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Application packets for this year's musical theater production will be available in the front office beginning Monday, 9/17. Completed applications will be accepted beginning Monday, 9/24 and are
due Friday, 9/28 by 4 p.m.
Forms may also be sent via email to print and complete at home.
Please contact Wendy Farris wsfarris@gmail.com
For questions, please contact Wendy or Rebecca Zynda rzynda@classicalacademy.com (Musical Theater Director, Vista campus)
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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.
Academic Chess will be on campus 9/18 and 9/20 for chess demonstrations during lunch.
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History Craft Kits for Unit 1 History (grades 1-4) will be available in the front office beginning on Thursday, August 23rd.
Each kit contains everything needed to create the crafts in Unit 1 - having every little seed, string or construction paper already counted out, cut and sorted makes crafting fun and easy!
We only have a few kits left.
$10 per kit
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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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CAHS Homecoming Game is scheduled for Friday, October 12th.CAV students are invited to represent us in the Annual Homecoming Parade of Classes.Here is the info for anyone wanting to participate:
Annual CAHS Homecoming Parade of Classes – October 12th• Students should arrive at the game (Del Norte High School) by 7:00 pm. There will be no admission price for students participating in the parade. Parents, however, will need to purchase a ticket.
• Please encourage students to wear either a school shirt or school colors.
• Students should meet at the end of the field, by the scoreboard when there are 5 minutes on the clock for the second quarter. The announcer will remind them when it is time to line up.
• Students will line up according to class (K-8th grade)
• We will need someone from each school to help organize students. The youngest ones will probably need someone to walk with them and lead the way for the others.
• Students will walk in front of the home bleachers to the end of the field, where they will sit in the end zone during halftime. We will need a few teachers to help keep them still and quiet during halftime.
• We will provide the banners for the lead students to carry.
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UPCOMING SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS
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Our yearly Legoland field trip will be on Friday November 9th.
Registration opens on Friday, September 14th.
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CLASS TRIPS
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7th Grade Catalina Trip is FULL but you can still sign up to be on the wait list. Contact Tiffany Jaggi. tjaggi@classicalacademy.com
8th grade East Coast Trip is scheduled for November 8 thru Nov 15, 2018 - Registration is now OPEN
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Registation for the 8th grade East Coast Trip is now OPEN
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:
www.studentsontour.comUse Program Code: T185006APassword: 145118
On the itinerary: (click here for printable version with more details and payment schedule)
WilliamsburgThe 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 CityThe 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 CountryA 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
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To receive Counseling Dept updates on Schoology - use this access code to join the group!
2B5D5-ZWVCX
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Welcome Back Classical Academy Vista Families!
I am excited to be returning as the School Counselor at the Vista campus this year! I am very passionate about working with students, staff, and families to create a positive school climate and guide students in their academic and personal growth. Please feel free to reach out or drop in if you have any questions, concerns, or referrals. I have posted an updated slideshow highlighting some of what I get to do as a school-based counselor. J
Don’t forget to check Schoology for updates! We have some exciting events and campaigns planned for our Counseling Department this year and always want you to have access to information and resources.
We are going to have an awesome year!
Click here for my Meet the Counselor presentation.
Your School Counselor,
Ms. Marino
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HOMESCHOOL SUPPORT
*fee based, all day, on campus M-TH
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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
NOTE: Homeschool Support is fee based
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CLUBS
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Information will be posted before the start of school.
This year we will have the following clubs:
Skate Club
Details will be available soon!
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Surf Club
Classical Academy Vista Surf Team
We are excited to start Classical Academy Vista's Middle School Surf Team. The Scholastic Surf Series (SSS) is a school team surf league. The season usually runs from mid-September - May. There are normally 5 contests a year. This organization is well organized and provides a fun environment for the kids.
The divisions are: boys' shortboard, boys' longboard, girls' shortboard, girls' longboard, and body board. These divisions are open to all skill levels. The only requirements are to be able to swim past the breakers (outside), maintain a 2.0 GPA, have good sportsmanship, and have a current membership. Please provide us with the information below so that we can start forming our team.
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Yearbook Club
Yearbook is a new CLUB for 6th-8th graders this year at TCA Vista! This will allow us all to be together working on the 2018/19 Yearbook. We will be meeting on Mondays from 3-4pm. Our first informational meeting is on Monday, September 10th at 3pm in Room 209. 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
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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
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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
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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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