Classical Academy Vista
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August 22-26, 2022
Please mark your calendars with these important dates:
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
Parent Schoology Training - 9:00-9:45am in the CAV Assembly Room
Current News and Updates
Hi CAV Families,
We had a great first week! We ran out of parking spaces the first day! It was so exciting to have everyone join in our pledge and assembly. We are building community and joining together to start our day.
I know there was a long line for pick up. It is always hard the first week as we learn the new routine. We do get better at this and thank you for your patience.
We have openings for more students. You are our best supporters. If you know someone looking for an educational option, please let them know of our openings. This will help support our community and build our program.
Do you know a music teacher looking for part-time? We are looking for a teacher to teach our K-3 classes. They must have a music credential. It is about 6-7 hours a week and can be spread out Tuesday through Friday or longer days two days a week. Please have them call the office, if interested.
Take care,
Kirstin Lasto
CAV Principal
School Drop Off and Pick Up
Drop Off at 8:30 with assembly starting at 8:45
Classes start at 9:00
If you are late, you will need to check in at the office.
Pick up for K-2 is 3:00pm and 3-8 is 3:30pm
·K-2 pickup will be ONE LANE ONLY (right lane)
·3-8 pickup will separate into two lanes by First letter of last name (younger siblings will be escorted to the pick-up area)
CAV Families will be entering into the left lane from University Dr. The school next door will use the right lane. DL (Dual Language) will turn at the first right turn, while CAV will continue to the second right turn and will snake through the parking lot.
There will be ONE LANE (right lane) for K-2 pick-up at 3pm.
We will create TWO lanes of traffic (one for A-K on the left and one for L-Z on the right for 3rd-8th pick-up at 3:30pm).
We will be guiding you through the process and directing traffic to create a safe drop off and pick up area. Here is a flyer on how we direct track through the parking lot.
VIEW DROP OFF/PICK UP MAP HERE
Welcome Back!
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!
Pickleball Club
Who: 4th-8th Grade
Where: Thibodo Park, 1150 Lupine Hills Dr., Vista, CA.
When: 1:30pm Fridays
Are you interested in joining in the fun?
Questions? Contact Treina Nash 760-685-1901
1st meeting will take place this Friday, August 26th at 1:30pm. Bring your water bottles, wear sunscreen and (if you have them) a paddle and ball!
Into Math Helpline for 5th-8th Grade Students
The Classical Academies will be offering live online Into Math help for students and parents! Come and work on current, recent, and approaching lessons with Ms.Aguilar!
Launching September 1st in your Schoology math course!
Click HERE for more details.
Field Trip Information
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 attend 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
INTEREST MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE ON AUGUST 30th, 4:30-5:30pm
Join the Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/93749014126
Meeting ID: 937 4901 4126
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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
We have ONE spot left!
Trip Dates: Monday, September 19-21, 2022
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 Information
ONE SPOT OPEN!
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
USE THIS BUTTON TO MAKE YOUR 2ND OR 3RD PAYMENT OF $150.
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.
Hello All! So excited to have kids back on campus next week. We are starting off the year reminding students to "Start with Hello." Encourage your students to meet someone new, start a conversation with kids they don't usually talk to, and simply start by saying "Hello."
I will be wearing green to support hello week, so you are welcome to do so as well. Students who were here last year may remember the class lesson I did, but I have attached a fun hello song for lower elementary. You can play it for them daily and encourage kindness and being inclusive of everyone at school. For upper grades, the below video gives a good overview of what Start With Hello means. Thank you all!
Lower Elementary Hello Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3XPRgf4qG4
Grades 4-8 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eb_djYrDRqE
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 the front office and are available for pick up at various times throughout the day to allow for flexible schedules.
The Classical Academies participates in a school meal program by offering a complimentary, nutritious breakfast 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 can be requested for your student by filling out a simple form (ask your school’s front office for the sign up form). When students arrive on campus, they will be able to choose from the available pre-packaged Breakfast Kits. Each pre-packaged Breakfast Kit includes breakfast cereal, dried fruit, unsweetened regular or flavored applesauce, graham crackers, and low-fat milk.
Additionally, please refer to the 2022 Summer Meal Sites for Students for a list of alternate food service sites available across San Diego County.
Questions? Speak to your school’s 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
* 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.
Click here to log in your volunteer hours
Questions about volunteering? Contact Caitlyn Avila - cavila@classicalacademy.com
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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