Classical Academy Vista
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The countdown to the first day of school has begun!
Please mark your calendars with these important dates:
Monday, August 8th
Teacher Welcome Back Email will be sent to all families after 4pm
Thursday, August 11th
Jumpstart Parent Conference - Free Event for parents at Classical Academy High School’s Studio and PLC campuses 8:30-12:00pm
Friday, August 12th
Book Pick Up and Picture Day for all tracks! 9am - 3pm (see Book Pick Up schedule listed below)
Monday, August 15th
Orientations - All tracks (see schedule below)
Wednesday, August 17th
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL (homeschool day)
Thursday, August 18th
Homeschool Day (All tracks)
M-Track Boot Camp 9am-12pm - M Track students and their parent(s)/guardian(s) will walk through their schedules and learn about expectations - more info coming soon!
Friday, August 19th
Homeschool Day (All tracks)
Tuesday, August 23rd
Tracks A and M on campus (first day on campus!)
Wednesday, August 24th
Tracks A and M - regular schedule
Thursday, August 25th
Track B - First day on campus
Track M on campus
Friday, August 26th
Track B on campus - regular schedule
Current News and Updates
Orientations (A, B & C Tracks) will be offered on Monday, August 15th at 2 different times for all grades as follows:
M Track Orientation takes place at the M-Track Boot Camp on Thursday, Aug 18th and is for M Track students AND parents/guardians. More info will be provided very soon!
C Track Orientations
10:30am & 1:30pm
A/B Track Orientations
K 9:00am &10:00am
1st 9:00am &10:00am
2nd 9:00am &10:00am
3rd 11:00am &12:00pm
4th 11:00am &12:00pm
5th 11:00am &12:00pm
6th 1:00pm & 2:00pm
Flex 4-6 1:00pm & 2:00pm
Book Pick Up Schedule - Friday, Aug 12
Book pick up schedule by Last Name:
A-E 9-10am
F-J 10:30-11:30am
BREAK 11:30-12:30pm
K-R 12:30-1:30pm
S-Z 2:00-3:00pm
Student Stores will be OPEN August 1-15th
Be sure to check out the student store for some great CAV gear such as branded t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats. Orders will ship directly to your home after August 15th. Stores will be open on the first of every month.
USS Midway Museum - Sept 26th
Unit 1 All Family Field Trip to the Midway Museum
Sign up is OPEN!
Our first field trip of the school year will take place at The U. S. S. Midway Museum in downtown San Diego! Families will be able to explore over 60 carefully restored exhibit areas from the engine room to the flight deck! You will have the option for a self-guided audio tour or explore at your own pace! The museum has a gift shop and a snack bar available.
Sign up and pay in the front office by September 9th
Cost: Adults $13.00/Students $9.00
When: Monday, September 26, 2022
2 TIME SLOTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR OUR GROUP - 10AM OR 11AM
SIGN UP IS OPEN! USE THIS LINK TO REGISTER WITH COOKING ROUND THE WORLD. PLEASE NOTE THEY KEEP CLASS SIZES SMALL SO THE FIRST SESSION MAY FILL UP QUICKLY!
Coming this fall to CAV!
Is your student interested in learning about different foods from around the world? Cooking Round The World will be returning to CAV after many years to offer fun cooking classes that will take students through an international culinary journey.
Sessions will run 4 weeks, with classes being held on the CAV Campus on Mondays.
Cost: $120
Max Class Size: 12 students
Class time: 9:00-10:30am (2-5th grade)
2nd session added! - 11:00-12:30 (6th-8th grade)
First session begins September 19th and will be "Breakfasts Round the World."
Breakfast does not look the same in every country! In Morocco people eat falafel for breakfast; in Argentina people eat breakfast tostadas; in Bangladesh people eat egg and potato curry, in eastern Africa its common for people to eat mahamri, soft, triangular doughnuts, made with coconut milk and ground cardamom. Children will get an international culinary education.
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!
Volunteer Hours
Remember to record your volunteer hours! Any donation made to our school, whether it be monetary or classroom items, counts as volunteer time. Every $10 equals 1 hour.
If you attended Jumpstart or any other parent training - that time counts as well so be sure to enter it!
Look for the volunteer icon at the top of this newsletter to enter your hours at any time!
Share Your Stories!
Do you have an inspirational story of achievement or success to share? We want to recognize your success in our newsletter, on our website, and in social media. Share your success story by completing the form below and uploading a photo or two. (Stories without photos may not be posted) When possible, please write the copy as a news story. Thanks for sharing!
CLASS TRIPS
4th Grade Field Trip - San Francisco/Sacramento
Registration is open!
Our 4th grade families have the opportunity to attend a 3 day, 2 night class trip to Sacramento/Coloma/San Francisco.
This adventure will take our 4th grade students (and their chaperone*) to American historical sites including Sutter's Fort, the California State Capitol building and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Click here to view the information flier
All registration for this trip is handled by Students On Tour.
Register Online at studentsontour.com by 9/2/2022
Tour Code: T236001A
Password: 145235
Trip Dates: Feb 27-Mar 1, 2023
Cost per person: $949 (quad occupancy - you may opt for your own room, however, that will affect the cost and must be requested through Students On Tour)
*Please note one adult chaperone is required to attend this trip with your student.
7th Grade Catalina Camp Registration will open Wednesday, June 1st at 10am!*
Trip Dates: Monday, September 19-21, 2022
*Cjheck your email on Wednesday, June 1st , 8am, for an email with the registration link. The link will be "live" at promptly 10am on Wednesday, June 1st.
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.
7th Grade Catalina Trip Cost Information
Student Cost: $400
*Camp costs include transportation from Classical Academy Vista to Catalina Island and back (by bus and ferry), your time at camp (including meals once at camp, and all activities), and a camp T Shirt.
Adult Chaperone Cost: $400
We are only able to take a limited number of chaperones on this trip. If you are interested in being a chaperone, please indicate so on your paperwork when you register. Chaperones are selected via a lottery process. Once chaperones are determined, we will accept chaperone payments. Chaperones will be selected around June 17th, 2022.
Important Payment Dates:
06/01/22 – Sign Ups open. $100 deposit is due ($55 of this deposit is non refundable)
06/10/22 - Last day to make initial deposit
07/18/22 – 2nd payment of $150 due *No refunds given after this date*
08/19/22 – Final payment of $150 due
*No refunds given after 07/18/22*
The payment schedule and due dates are incredibly important to remember. Please set reminders in your phone or write these dates down, so that you can plan accordingly, and make your payments on time. If payments are not received on time, your student risks losing their spot.
Payments can be made online* or in the school office. If you choose "cash/check" payment at checkout, your deposit payment MUST be brought the front office by June 8th in order to secure your student's spot.
*There is a small processing fee for online payments
Info Meetings - Fall 2022 East Coast Trip
Attention all current 7th graders and families!
My name is Mr. Powell and I coordinate/travel on, the awesome East Coast Trip that will be taking place this November 10-17, 2022! The trip is already filling up nicely and many of you might want to either meet me in person or over Zoom to hear more and have some questions answered. Registration is currently open and we have about 20 spots available until the dreaded waitlist, so you certainly don't have to wait until the info meetings to make an account and register with our tour company, Students on Tour.
Tyler Powell
7th Grade History, ASB and Sports Director
Classical Academy Middle School
tpowell@classicalacademy.com
8th Grade East Coast Trip - November 10-17, 2022
Attention current 7th grade families:
Registration for the 8th grade East Coast Trip has begun!
We are excited to announce the 8th grade trip for the Fall of 2022. We will be having informational meetings for those interested in attending. Those will be announced soon.
Trip Dates: November 10-17, 2022
Registration: Open now to first 50 with waiting list (when waiting list is at 65, we can open up more spots)
Deposit Due: May 20, 2022
Cost: $2599
To register, go to studentsontour.com to register by 04/29/2022 using the following:
Tour code: T225009A
Password: 145118
Counselor's Corner
School Counselor
Visit her resource page and get to know her better!
You can reach her by email at korian@classicalacademy.com or drop by her office (Room 204). Zoom appointments are available as well.
Field Trip Information
Field trip information will be posted in this section - check back soon!
Schoology Courses & Groups/Resources
Schoology Video Tutorials:
Parent and Student Accounts (What’s the difference?) (2:55)
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.
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.
STUDENTS RIDE FREE !
MAY 1, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023
Free Transit Passes for Students - Unlimited Rides on Bus, Trolley, COASTER & SPRINTER
SANDAG's Youth Opportunity Transit Pass allows anyone 18 and under to ride San Diego transit (bus, trolley, Coaster, and Sprinter) for free for the next 14 months starting on May 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. There are several ways children and families can take advantage of this opportunity, such as using their existing online bus pass or getting a hard copy card through SANDAG.
In order to take advantage of the free pass, riders must have a Youth PRONTO app account or card. For riders who already have a pass, the rides will automatically be free starting May 1, 2022. 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 the SANDAG website.
MEAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
MEAL PROGRAM
We are pleased to offer every student one free meal kit each day they are on campus. Meals must be pre-ordered through Boonli and will be available to pick up various times throughout the day to allow for flexible schedules.
The Classical Academies participates in a school meal program by offering a free, nutritious breakfast meal every school day. Our breakfast 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 Kits must be pre-ordered through Boonli, and are available at various times throughout the day to allow for flexible schedules. When students arrive on campus, they will be able to choose from the available prepackaged Breakfast Kits. Each pre-packaged Breakfast Kit includes breakfast cereal, dried fruit, unsweetened regular or flavored applesauce, graham crackers, and low-fat milk. All meals must be pre-ordered online by noon the day before your student is on campus. (Click here for instructions on how to order)
Additionally, please refer to the 2021/2022 Meal Sites for Students for a list of alternate food service sites that are available across San Diego County. Any child 18 or younger can go to any of the school sites listed and receive food during this period.
Questions? Call our front office or email us at meals@classicalacademy.com
PARENT FORMS
When should a student stay home from on-campus learning and/or appointments?
If they have experienced any one of these symptoms within the last 10 days
Fever with or without chills/rigors (T > 99 that does not resolve within 30 min. without medication), Cough, Shortness of breath, Nasal congestion/runny nose, Sore throat, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea, Fatigue, New loss of taste/smell, Headache, Muscle or body aches, Poor feeding or poor appetite
Student has been in close contact with someone who has tested positive or is presumed positive for COVID within the last 14 days
* Disregard symptoms related to a pre-existing, chronic condition - a doctor's note must be on file with the school. The nature of the presenting symptom (e.g., duration, intensity) must be consistent with the underlying chronic condition.
What should you do if your child meets any of the criteria above?
Please reach out to your child's teacher or the school office, even if it is not a scheduled on campus day. Following the notification, our Safety Officer will reach out via email with guidelines on when your child may return to campus.
Thank you for doing your part to help keep our school community safe and healthy!
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.
Volunteer Protocols
TB Assessment - Volunteers who will have "frequent or prolonged contact" with students, including regularly-scheduled classroom volunteering, overnight trips, and field trips where cumulative face-to-face time with students exceeds 8 hours, must be assessed for TB. This assessment consists of a series of yes/no questions and must be administered by our school nurse, John Fitzgerald.
COVID-Related Protocols -
Volunteers who are in an indoor school setting when students are present must wear a mask. This is regardless of vaccination status
Volunteers who are serving outdoors are advised to wear a mask, however, it is not a requirement
Volunteers who serve in a school setting, are considered "workers" and must provide proof of vaccination status; if they are unvaccinated, they will be asked to submit negative COVID test results weekly. Refer to this slide deck for an overview of what categories of volunteers will be considered "workers."
Parents may use our weekly testing program if they wish
Links to surveys and letter:
- NON-EMPLOYEE Vaccination Verification Form - this is the first step - all volunteers must fill out.
- NON-EMPLOYEE COVID Testing Submission Form - this is the second step, ONLY for those volunteers who are not fully vaccinated or choose not to declare.
- Explanatory Letter from Health & Safety Team
PARKING POLICY
Parking Policy
Parking policies will be provided soon.
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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