Classical Academy Vista
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August 21-25, 2023
What's going on this week?
Monday, Aug 21 - TK-6th A/B/C Track Orientations (see schedule in the updates section)
Wednesday, Aug 23 - 1st day of Homeschool!
(The remaining days of this week are homeschool days for all tracks)
Thursday, Aug 24 - M Track Boot Camp 9-11am (details are below in the updates section)
Next Week..
Tuesday, Aug 29- 1st day on campus - Tracks A and M
Thursday, Aug 31 - 1st day on campus - Track B
Thursday, Sept 7 - 7th grade Catalina Trip Parent Meeting 3:45pm
Principal Message
Welcome to the 23/24 School Year!
Hi CAV Families,
We had a successful book pick-up and are ready for Orientation Day. It is great that we had our new roof installed before the storm. We weathered it well and are ready for you to be on campus today. M track will wait until Boot Camp on Thursday, Aug. 24th for their Orientation. Parents and students should attend Boot Camp.
I am leaving my video up in case you haven't seen it. We are so excited to have students back on campus. If you haven't been able to pick up your books, they are ready for you. Our office is open 8-4, so you can come any time during our open hours. Next week will be our first days of students on campus. Please see your teacher's schedule for days and times. Your teacher is your best source for answering questions. The office is great, too. You can reach them at 760-330-9800. We look forward to serving you this year!
Enjoy my video and welcome back!
Welcome Back, Sharks!
We can't wait to see you on campus!
CAV Playground
We are on our way!
Current News and Updates
Orientations for TK-6 will be held on Monday, August 21
Feel free to attend either time for your grade level
C Track TK-8
Orientations
10:30am & 1:30pm
A/B Track Orientations
K - 9:00 & 10:00am
1st - 9:00 & 10:00am
2nd - 9:00 & 10:00am
3rd - 11:00am & 12:00pm
4th - 11:00am & 12:00pm
5th - 11:00am & 12:00pm
Flex 4-6 - 1:00pm & 2:00pm
6th- 1:00pm & 2:00pm
7th/8th Grade M Track Boot Camp!
San Diego Loyal Soccer Club Group Rate Tickets
Classical Academy students, employees, and families can use this link to access group rate tickets for the remainder of San Diego Loyal Soccer Club’s 2023 season!
The remaining games are 9/3, 9/24, 9/30, and 10/7. Want to purchase more than 9 tickets for a game? Contact Ben Skye-Babbott directly for even more savings. (619.790.7115 | bens@sdloyal.com)
Medication Policy for 2023-24 School Year
The California Department of Education requires that a signed doctor's note be provided to your child's school for any student medications which are kept on campus or carried by students while they are on campus. Please note that ANY medication, including over-the-counter medications such as Tylenol and cough drops, MUST have a signed doctor's note to be allowed on campus for student safety.
4th Grade Class Trip - February 26-28, 2024 - Sign up open now!
Adventure awaits! Join your fellow classmates on the adventure of a lifetime. Learning about our nation on location, spending time with friends, trying new foods... This life-changing experience will excite you as you visit America’s historical sites and expand your knowledge of who we are as a country. We will be visiting Sacramento, Sutter's Fort, Coloma (Gold Country), San Francisco and more!
We will be hosting an informational meeting on Wednesday, September 6th at 5:00pm via Zoom to answer any questions that you may have.
Join Zoom Meeting
click Here
Meeting ID: 945 6217 7407
Passcode: 848908
click Here for information on the trip
Click here to sign up.
Tour Code: T246001A
Password:145235
Please note: Parents are required to travel with their 4th graders on this trip. This trip is for 4th graders and their chaperones only.
For more information contact Alexis Fregoso - afregoso@classicalacademy.com
Riptide Parent Alliance
Hello Classical Academy Vista Families. We are so excited to introduce The Riptide Parent Alliance for the upcoming 2023/2024 school year.
We are a group of parents who are planning community building fundraisers and events for our families to enjoy.
If you have any questions or would like to find out how you can help, feel free to send us an email.
Riptide Alliance cannot wait to meet you and We are all so excited for the new school year.
Thank you
The Riptide Alliance
Carolann Lucian
Kara Lowery
Vicky Mendoza
Gina Chaney
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!
Reporting your student's illness:
Please be aware that The Classical Academies will no longer send notification letters to parents regarding their symptomatic student.
Letters will still be sent in relation to students who report a COVID-19 positive.
Symptomatic Students:
Students who appear ill (ie. fever, stomach aches, diarrhea, stomach pains, vomiting) should not be sent to school
If your student is sick, please call the front office
Cold, allergy, flu and COVID symptoms all look alike. It is important to not self-diagnose these symptoms
If your student experiences any of the following symptoms: fever, stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, body aches, more tired than normal, we recommend taking a COVID test when symptoms begin and before returning to school. Free test kits are available at the front office
A student must be fever free without the use of fever-reducing medicine (i.e. acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen) for 24 hours before returning to school
If you have any questions, please reach out to healthandsafety@classicalacademy.com. Thank you and please stay healthy!
Donation Items Always Needed
Volunteer Hours can be earned with donations!
Every $10 = 1 hour
Class Trips
4th Grade Class Trip - February 26-28, 2024 - Sign up open now!
Secure your 4th graders spot before August 31st for this great adventure to Sacramento, Coloma and San Francisco!
Registration for this trip is open now.
Go to studentsontour.com and create your account online
Tour Code: T246001A
Password: 145235
Registration for next school year's 8th Grade East Coast Trip is OPEN!
8th Grade East Coast Trip
Registration for the 2023 East Coast Trip is now open for current 7th graders that will be 8th grade CAV students next school year. Mr. Powell will be hosting in person and zoom info meetings starting in February.
Trip Dates: November 9-16, 2023 - There is a wait list for this trip
Deposit Due: May 19, 2023
Cost: $2899
See the Frequently Asked Questions link below for more information. See you on the trip!
Field Trip Information
Unit 1 All-School Field Trip - Monday, October 2nd
Join us on Monday, October 2nd at the San Diego Animal Sanctuary and Farm for a fun-filled day!
$20 per person (ages 2+)
Ages under 2 - FREE
Sign up in the front office
Our unit field trips are open to all grades - bring the whole family!
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.
Virtual Calm Room
Sometimes life is challenging and we experience distress. This Virtual Calm Room was created to serve as a break and to help you find new ways to identify & manage strong emotions and build your resilience. These resources will hopefully allow you to reset back to a calm state of mind and body.
We encourage you to make it a priority to care for yourself in healthy ways. Not all coping strategies will feel right so we encourage you to explore some and find what works for YOU!
Lab Opportunities on Campus
Updates will be provided
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 !
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024
Youth Ride Free on Bus, Trolley, COASTER & SPRINTER
Youth Ride Free with PRONTO
The Youth Opportunity Pass pilot program allows anyone 18 and under to ride transit for free in San Diego County with a PRONTO youth account, including unlimited rides on the bus, Trolley, COASTER, and SPRINTER.
There are two ways youth can use this program:
For kids with smartphones, they won’t need a physical card, just a virtual card on the app:
Download the free PRONTO app
Sign up for an account to get a virtual pass – this will default to an adult card
Go to the “manage” tab and find the card number [screenshots below]
Then call PRONTO support at 619-595-5636 to convert the virtual card from Adult to Youth during business hours. OR fill out the form at bit.ly/getmyyouthpass: it takes 1-2 business days to process online, and the phone call is immediate.
Without a smartphone:
Pick up a free physical pass from staff at school. These are cards that are already activated as youth passes.
Note: Kids under 6 can ride free – no pass needed – regardless of whether this program is happening.
Riding Lessons and Equine Assisted Coaching, and Pony Parties!
Questions?
Email: theshadyacrellc@gmail.com or call Dani @ 920-988-0955
Meet Sweetheart, a 4 month old Great Pyrenees looking for her furever home!
Founded by Kat Chilidonia - CAV Music Teacher - Furballs Furever Rescue, is a nonprofit 501c3, animal rescue. We are 100% donation based and volunteer run.
Our mission: Abandoned, unwanted but never unloved. We here at Furballs Furever Rescue have made it our mission to rescue and vet as many furballs as we can get our hands on. We also vow to love them until we are able to find them their perfect Furever home.
Please visit the Furballs Furever website if you are interested in fostering, adopting, or volunteering!
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 2023 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 Support and Volunteer Information
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
Parent Forms
Please complete this form if you will have someone else picking up your child(ren) from school.
If you have recently moved or have made changes to your current contact information, please fill out this form and turn in to the front office.
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 - or a Self-Carry form must be completed as well and also be signed by your child's doctor.
This form is to be completed a parent/guardian for any student who will be walking/biking home after school.
Pick Up and Drop Off Procedures
Drop Off and Pick Up Directions
We are under construction and anxiously awaiting our beautiful new playground.
When you drive on campus this week, things are going to look quite different.
Please be patient with us as we all get used to the traffic flow.
View this diagram for the new route!
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
Visitors and Volunteer Guidelines
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!
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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