Classical Academy Vista
Corner News
March 22-26, 2021
)Important dates and upcoming deadlines:
Thursday, March 25th
Flex 6-8 Parent Information Meeting - 3:00 pm (zoom meeting link below in updates)
Friday, March 26th
Final day to order a yearbook (see info in updates below) and/or place a recognition ad!
March 28-April 2 - Spring Break!
Current News and Updates
Flex 6-8 Parent Information Meeting -- Thursday, March 25 at 3:00
We have space on both A and B tracks for the 2021-22 school year in Flex class. If you are interested in learning more about our program, please watch this informational slideshow and join Stephanie Lewis via Zoom to see if our Flex 6-8 combo class would be a good fit for your student. RSVP to Stephanie Lewis at slewis@classicalacademy.com if you plan to attend.
Now Available! "The Show Must Go On!" Digital Download
If you were unable to attend our Musical Theatre performance last weekend of "The Show Must Go On," do not despair! We were able to record the show and we have a digital download* to share with you for a $10 donation.
It also includes some behind the scenes footage
and a digital version of the playbill as well!
We hope you can enjoy our performance from the comfort of your homes.
Thank you for your support!
*your personal download code will appear in a message after order/payment submittal
Order yearbooks by March 26th!
To Purchase and Customize Your Yearbook
Go to: www.treering.com/validate
Enter our school code: 1015284017252550
Regular Price: $35.50
Deadline to purchase: March 26th
2 custom pages are included FREE and are printed ONLY in your book.
Purchase an "Ad" to be placed in every yearbook!
Recognition Ads are a great way to 'recognize' your student in our yearbook- it can be one picture, a collage, drawing - get creative!
Cost will range from FREE to $2.00 per ad
Deadline: Friday, March 26th
You do NOT have to purchase a yearbook in order to place a recognition ad.
Begins April 5th!
CAV Virtual Orientations for New/Prospective Families
Open Enrollment for new families begins April 5th!
Do you have friends and family interested in joining our CAV School Community?
Do they have questions and want to find out more about our programming?
Classical Academy Vista will be hosting Weekly Virtual School Orientations on Thursdays and Fridays.
Please call the office to sign up for a date and time. 760-330-9800
Note: A Zoom link will be emailed prior to the scheduled orientations.
Attention Parents of current 6th and 7th Grade Students
AstroCamp and Catalina are offering a $200 OFF First-time Camper discount for their 2021 Summer programs!
Please check the attached flyers and reach out to their contacts for further information and reservations.
These Summer Camps differ from the school year programs we typically plan, and offer students a chance to experience what AstroCamp and Catalina have to offer! We are excited to see this as an option for students who missed out on these Class Trips over the 20/21 school year, and hope to return to our regulary scheduled Class Trips for the 21/22 year if at all possible!
Parent Volunteer hours help our school!
Have you donated classroom or school supplies? Have you attended any parent trainings? It all counts toward volunteer time!
Don't forget to enter your volunteer hours! Every $10 spent/donated equals 1 hour.
When applying for grants or when the state decides to look into what we do, your volunteer hours really do help, so keep entering them even if you exceed the minimum!
Book Club Flyer.pdfThe Whole Brain Child
The Counseling Team at The Classical Academies invites you to participate in our virtual parent book club! We will be reading, "THE WHOLE BRAIN CHILD: 12 REVOLUTIONARY STRATEGIES TO NURTURE YOUR CHILD'S DEVELOPING MIND" BY DANIEL J. SIEGEL.
Information to join the meeting is listed below. Reach out to counseling@classicalacademy.com for more details.
Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4baca62aaafe3-theclassical
Zoom meeting link:
HTTPS://ZOOM.US/J/97773306047?PWD=DFEXVK04Y0TYCMCRQW02TMD0NYTFDZ09
Meeting ID: 977 7330 6047
Snack Drive
Would you like to earn some volunteer hours?
Donate to our snack drive!
Every $10 counts as 1 hour of volunteer time.
We keep snacks in the office for those students who forget their lunch/snacks and our supply is running low! If you would like to donate, we are looking for non-perishable items such as small packages of crackers, granola bars, fruit squeezes, etc.
All items can be brought to the front office.
Thank you!
School Parking Policy
Please follow the arrows and sign to our parking lot. We are the second lot as you drive in. The first lot is for the Church only. We want to be respectful of our neighbors, so please park in our lot.There is no drop off in the church parking lot. For security of our kids, we need to drop them off in our parking lot or directly to our office. This is especially important for our K-2 classrooms on the first level. They must go to the office and be walked to class if they are late.
Thank you for following our parking policies!
Student Store will re-open soon!
We now have online student stores! Purchase branded t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, jackets, and more and have items shipped directly to your home. The stores will open and close every two weeks to collect and process orders.
STUDENT STORE (currently closed, but will re-open soon)
ParentSquare - Health Screening Form
In order to streamline the daily health checks, our campus will be using ParentSquare's health reporting form for our students. We highly recommend parents download this app to complete your student's daily health screening from your phone or computer.
As students return to campus, we would like to remind you of forms required for any medications or alternate pick ups:
Medication Form - If you child has medication to be kept at school or on their person, please complete a medication form and submit it to the front office. We cannot accept any types of medications (prescribed or over-the-counter) without this form. Form must be renewed yearly.
Alternate Pick-Up Form - If someone other than a parent/guardian or regular caregiver will be picking up your child(ren), please complete an Alternate Pick-Up Form and submit it to the front office.
C Track Information
3rd-7th Grade Math Essentials Pretest Available (8th Gr. Coming Soon)
See your ES's weekly Friday email for your student link to the printable tests and upload form. Remember, this is one standard during this unit our math experts say is essential to learn. These pre and post tests are designed to give you the information you need to develop a plan for your student's continued math growth together with your ES. Keep in mind, if your student is working at a different grade level, please use the test(s) aligned with their program.
Hello 6th-8th grade students!
We are now able to meet after school on campus for ASB. Meetings will be held in person and on Zoom, Thursdays from 1:30-2:45pm, to work on leadership skills and plan activities to build a positive community. If you are interested in joining ASB please email Charity Marino (cmarino@classicalacademy.com) and/or Diana Stein (dstein@classicalacademy.com) or message us on Schoology.
TK-8th Grade: On-going Remote Learning Opportunities: Join anytime!
Click Here For Details On How To Join
On-Going Remote Learning Classes
You Can Join Anytime!
TK-8th Grade C Track Virtual Buddies
This is an opportunity for our younger and older students to connect for mentorship, friendship and community. CAV C Track Buddies Flyer
Please fill out this Google Form if you are interested. You can join anytime!
Contact Monica Houston - mhouston@classicalacademy.com with any questions. You can join anytime!
6-8th Grade C Track Virtual Reading Classes
Are you ready to meet some other students in your grade level to enjoy some social time and discussion? Check out these reading groups! Students will enjoy talking with new friends about the articles and concepts of the week from your Schoology reading lessons.
Contact Monica Houston - mhouston@classicalacaemy.com to sign up. You can join anytime!
Art Class with Miss Kris! 3rd-8th Grades
Roll up your sleeves, find a quiet comfortable place to draw, gather your supplies, and let's have fun. I will be hosting an ongoing weekly discussion board that I hope you'll be a part of. It's a fantastic way to share projects and a positive way to support one another. You'll also be watching a weekly art video where I will guide you through each project. I'm looking forward to creating art with you all.
New students jump right into this class. Pick a lesson that sounds fun, and give it a try. Post your art on the discussion board, and I will see it, and give you positive feedback. I can't wait to see your art!
How to join in Schoology?
1.Click on Courses
2.Click on My Courses in upper right corner
3.Click on Join Course
4.Insert Access Code: 3rd-5th XST5-F8CP-H95JK; 6th-8th NXK4-R8VD-VNK2J
K-2 Zoom Music Class with Mrs. Zynda:
Hello Musicians, please contact your ES for the Zoom link if you’re interested in joining this fabulous opportunity! The class is scheduled for your choice of Wednesdays or Thursdays from 11:30-12:00.
Lego Club Open to All Students!
Join Mrs. Grimes for fun-filled time engineering with Legos. There’s always something new to learn and explore, and share your creations with the class.
How to join in Schoology?
Click on Groups
Click on My Groups in the upper right corner
Click on Join Group
Insert Access Code: SQ23-KJD4-W8PTS
We are excited for our C Track Buddy Program to begin this Thursday, February 18th!
This will be an opportunity for our older students to connect with our younger students for mentorship, friendship and community.
Please fill out this Google Form if you are interested. You can join anytime!
Contact Monica Houston - mhouston@classicalacademy.com with any questions.
6-8th Grade C Track VIRTUAL Reading Classes
Are you ready to meet some other students in your grade level to enjoy some social time and discussion? Check out these reading groups! Students will enjoy talking with new friends about the articles and concepts of the week from your Schoology reading lessons.
Please contact mhouston@classicalacademy.com to sign up.
CLASS TRIPS
Attention Parents of current 6th and 7th Grade Students!
AstroCamp and Catalina are offering a $200 OFF First-time Camper discount for their 2021 Summer programs!
Please check the attached flyers and reach out to their contacts for further information and reservations.
These Summer Camps differ from the school year programs we typically plan, and offer students a chance to experience what AstroCamp and Catalina have to offer! We are excited to see this as an option for students who missed out on these Class Trips over the 20/21 school year, and hope to return to our regulary scheduled Class Trips for the 21/22 year if at all possible!
Due to COVID 19, our 4th-8th Grade Class Trips have been cancelled for this year.
The 4th, 5th, 6th,7th and 8th grade class trips will be postponed/cancelled this year due to COVID19. With shifting health updates, and the unpredictability of just how the school year will unfold, we have made the tough decision to cancel the trips for this year. We regret this is happening and hope to see these educational adventures return next school year.
COUNSELOR'S CORNER
Click this link to enter Ms.Marino's Virtual Bitmoji Office & Resource Library.
The google slides are interactive with links for resources, my contact form for referrals, read-alouds, etc. that are all available to support you! I will post any important updates/editions via Schoology!
To receive Counseling Dept updates on Schoology - use this access code to join the group!
2B5D5-ZWVCX
Schoology Courses & Groups/Resources
CAV Literacy Lighthouse Students
This course will be built over the year. Videos will be added to support students who need extra reading and writing support.
Access code: 3GDH-63HM-FC6HD
CAV Literacy Lighthouse Parent Resources
This course is written for parents that need ideas for supporting their child with reading and writing.
Access Code: 73GC-N88W-95NP8
CAV Math Lab Students
Access code is: 2XJS-DN8S-FG2JS
This course includes video support, essential standard practice, and other assessment tools. By joining this class, your student will also have access to the Math Specialists for small group or one-on-one targeted support appointments where recommended by your teacher or ES.
Art Class with Miss Kris! 3rd-8th Grades
Roll up your sleeves, find a quiet comfortable place to draw, gather your supplies, and let's have fun. I will be hosting an ongoing weekly discussion board that I hope you'll be a part of. It's a fantastic way to share projects and a positive way to support one another. You'll also be watching a weekly art video where I will guide you through each project. I'm looking forward to creating art with you all.
New students jump right into this class. Pick a lesson that sounds fun, and give it a try. Post your art on the discussion board, and I will see it, and give you positive feedback. I can't wait to see your art!
Access Code: 3rd-5th XST5-F8CP-H95JK; 6th-8th NXK4-R8VD-VNK2J
Virtual Lego Club Group: Mrs. Grimes, our coding teacher, will have regular Lego Club meetupson Mondays at 12:45pm. Here is the GROUP join code on Schoology: SQ23-KJD4-W8PTS - See video in elective section for "How to Join a group or course" This is a Group, not a course! You will need to go to the Group Tab at the top of your Schoology home page.
How-to-video on adding a Schoology course
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.
School Meals Available at Community Locations
Breakfast Program
The Classical Academies participates in a school meal program by offering a nutritious breakfast meal every school day. Our breakfast program is available to all students that are on campus longer than two hours for an educational purpose.
Prepackaged Breakfast Kits are available on campus at various times throughout the day to allow for flexible schedules. The Breakfast Kits must be ordered online at https://classicalacademies.boonli.com by noon the day before your student is on campus.
When students arrive on campus, they will be able to choose from the available prepackaged Breakfast Kits. Each Breakfast Kit includes a breakfast cereal, dried fruit, unsweetened regular or flavored applesauce, graham crackers, and low-fat milk. All Breakfast Kits include a spoon and napkin.
The cost is $3.00 per Breakfast Kit. Eligible students may receive meals free of charge if qualified.
For more information, click HERE to be directed to our Classical Academies Meal Program website or HERE to download the online ordering and registration instructions for your site.
School Meals Available at Community Locations
On October 9, 2020, the USDA extended the summer grab-and-go school meal program to encompass the entire school year. Children are eligible to receive meals regardless of school or district of attendance. School districts are working hard to implement the new guidelines and meet local needs. Locally, we are aware of meal services in Escondido, Oceanside, and Vista. Please visit their websites for more information. To find out when your neighborhood school will be ready to participate in this program, please visit 20/21 Meal Sites for Students.
Please also visit these other community resources:
U.S. Department of Education Meals for Kids Site Finder
PARENT FORMS
Please complete this form if you will have someone else picking up your child(ren) from school.
This form is required to keep medication on campus for your child and must be signed by their physician. All medications must be kept in the front office.
This form is to be completed a parent/guardian for any student who will be walking/biking home after school.
PARENT VOLUNTEER HOURS AND OPPORTUNITIES
PARENT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
The Parent Volunteer Program was established to connect parents’ skills, passion, and abilities to their school community. Parent volunteers are the backbone of The Classical Academy program, and our parents’ leadership and talents are truly what make our school successful!You can find the link to log your volunteer hours in the weekly school updates (look for the ‘volunteer’ icon at the top of the newsletter). Please enter all the information correctly so that your hours are applied to the correct category/event.
As the year progresses, the Parent Volunteer Coordinator may email you with links to sign up for events that may need help as well as any needed donations. Parents are always welcome to volunteer where they would like and do not need to wait to be invited to help. Our parents are always welcome on campus and in the classroom!
Please view this page for additional information on our volunteer program.
Click here to log in your volunteer hours
Parent Volunteer Contact: tmizuta@classicalacademy.com
Box Tops for Education
There are now three ways you can submit Box Tops!
There are still products out there with traditional Box Tops that you clip and send. We will still accept those! Bring any clipped Box Tops to our front office.
Eventually all Box Tops will change to the new label - you can download the Box Tops app and scan your receipts - every box top is still worth 10 cents for our school!
*Or* Bring in your receipts and we will scan them for you!
PARKING POLICY
Parking Policy
Please follow the arrows and sign to our parking lot. We are the second lot as you drive in. The first lot is for the Church only. We want to be respectful of our neighbors, so please park in our lot.
There is no drop off in the church parking lot. For security of our kids, we need to drop them off in our parking lot or directly to our office. This is especially important for our K-2 classrooms on the first level. They must go to the office and be walked to class if they are late.
Thank you for following our parking policies!
School Drop Off/Pick Up Traffic Flow Diagram
Drop off will be 15 minutes prior to scheduled class.
Students will line up outside in the basketball court and be walked to class by their teacher.
Late arrivals will need to check in at the office. Office Staff will walk students to their class.
Technology
Affordable Internet and Computers
During this time of required in-home learning, internet companies are committed to helping families in need to receive affordable home internet access. Qualifying families with children in grades K-12 are eligible for discounted high speed home internet. Visit Cox Connect2Compete or AT&T Stay Connected. If your family is in need of a home computer, Computers for Kids is offering refurbished computers to those in need. Visit Computers for Kids for more information.
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.
ARCHIVED POSTS
For a list of archived posts, click HERE
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