Exploring the Virtual Learning Academy at Sage Oak

In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses the Virtual Learning Academy at Sage Oak with Principal Lana Beshara and Assistant Principal Mary Hizon-Barry. They dive into the structure, unique features, and recent changes of the Virtual Learning Academy program. Topics include the integration of AVID strategies, approaches to career readiness for students from TK through 8th grade, and details about upcoming events and enrollment. They also highlight the blended learning model, support systems for students and parents, and the importance of executive functioning skills and organizational strategies.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:37 Meet Lana Beshara: Principal of Virtual Learning Academy
01:27 Meet Mary Hizon-Barry: Assistant Principal of Virtual Learning Academy
02:01 Overview of the Virtual Learning Academy
03:36 Changes and New Initiatives for the Upcoming School Year
04:46 Building Community in a Virtual Environment
05:20 Introduction to AVID Program
06:35 Executive Functioning Skills and AVID Strategies
10:23 Career Readiness and Exploration
15:00 Enrollment Information and Back to School Events
17:43 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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Exploring Parent and Student Involvement Committees at Sage Oak

In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster and guests Lorinda Loughlin and Bethany Burgos introduce the various committees available for parents and students to get involved with at Sage Oak for the upcoming school year. The committees discussed include the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC), English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC), Student Advisory Committee (STAC), and the newly introduced Sage Connections Committee (SCC). They provide details on the purpose, structure, and ways to participate in these committees, emphasizing the importance of feedback and collaboration. Additionally, the episode highlights the upcoming virtual Parent Summit as an opportunity for parents to learn more about these committees and engage with other parents and staff.

00:00 Introduction to Sage Studio
00:38 Meet the Team: Lorinda and Bethany
01:23 Overview of Parent and Student Committees
02:06 Deep Dive: Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
07:26 Exploring the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC)
10:34 Student Advisory Committee (STAC): Student Voices Matter
15:08 Introducing the Sage Connections Committee (SCC)
17:51 How to Get Involved: Sign-Up and Parent Summit
20:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

For more information, visit the Sage Oak website at www.sageoak.education.

Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed. We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below. Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California. Visit sageoak.education for more information.

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Simple, Fun, and Easy Summer Learning Activities with Allie Whalen

In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes back school counselor Allie Whalen to discuss preparing for summer with a comprehensive and engaging summer bucket list. Allie shares valuable insights on how families can ensure their students remain active both academically and socially over the summer break. They explore various activities that can be done at home, within local communities, and even through travel. Allie also provides practical tips on how to create and execute a summer bucket list, including making it quantitative for added motivation and structure. The episode concludes with thoughts on the importance of summer engagement for students' ongoing development.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:59 Meet Allie Whalen: School Counselor
02:02 Creating a Summer Bucket List
02:22 Activities at Home
04:42 Local and Community Activities
07:50 Exploring Beyond the Local Community
09:49 Creating and Planning Your Summer Bucket List
13:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts



Printable Summer Bucket List & Example PDF

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