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Art in Oakschool: Virtual & Hybrid Classes, Pottery at Muddy’s, and Student Creativity at Sage Oak Host Tiffiny Webster talks with Sage Oak art teachers Shirlee Fisher and Eliza Rogan about Oakschool’s expanding art opportunities, including wide-ranging virtual classes (watercolor, clay, fiber arts, cartooning, 3D construction) and hybrid ceramics that combine Zoom instruction with in-studio w...

Digital Citizenship Week at Sage Oak: Safe, Responsible Tech Use and Critical Thinking With AI Host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Sage Oak technology training facilitator Jenn Ortiz to define digital citizenship as responsible, safe, and respectful technology use and to discuss how skills progress by grade level—from protecting passwords and practicing kindness online in elementary, to evaluating digit...

Oakschool 2026/2027: New Classes, Community Benefits, and a Revamped Enrollment Platform In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes new Oakschool manager Kass McInteer to discuss Sage Oak Charter School’s Oakschool program for the 2026/2027 school year, which offers daily live synchronous instruction and has grown to 300+ class opportunities taught by about 20 instructors. They highlight core...

Math Power Standards at Sage Oak: App, Companion Books, and Quick Checks In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster talks with Carlene Maurer,  Director of Student Learning and Innovation, about math power standards—essential grade-level skills students need now and in future grades. Carlene explains that because families use different math curricula, Sage Oak created consistent “GPS markers” to ensure...

Back-to-School with Sage Oak’s Personalized Learning Academy: Flexibility, Support, OakSchool, Sage Crates, and Events In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes back Personalized Learning Academy (PLA) Assistant Principal Kiley Duncan, who shares how PLA serves TK–8 as a flexible independent study program built on strong parent involvement and partnership with a credentialed teacher who helps...

Back to School at Sage Oak’s Virtual Learning Academy (2026–2027) with Assistant Principal Mary Hizon-Barry In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster talks with Virtual Learning Academy assistant principal Mary Hizon-Barry about back to school for the 2026/2027 year, including expanded paraprofessional support across all grade levels five days a week, targeted small-group help in math and writing, and...

Back to School at Sage Oak High School: Personalized Learning, CTE Pathways, and Student Life In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster talks with Sage Oak High School Assistant Principal Laura Glaviano and new High School Facilitator Rachel Weisenbach about what students can expect in the high school program. They describe Sage Oak as a flexible learning program.  Laura explains Sage Oak’s six CTE pa...

Students Share PAGE Enrichment: National Park Design, Future Problem Solving, Speakers, and Escape Rooms In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by PAGE advisor Amy Elwood and students Adi Prabhakar, Ada Torres, and Leanna to discuss the PAGE (Program for Advanced and Gifted Education) enrichment program for gifted and high-achieving students. Adi shares a national park design challenge wh...

Celebrating Sage Oak Graduates: Graduation Speaker Alina and Superintendent’s Award Recipients Logan and Emilee In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster interviews three Sage Oak High School Class of 2026 graduates. Alina shares how she was selected as a graduation speaker based on Sage Oak’s core values, discusses her 4.0+ GPA, early graduation at 17, and long-term library volunteerin...

Why New Hires Choose Sage Oak: Work-Life Balance, Support, and Innovation In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes new Sage Oak hires Savannah Wheeler (5th grade virtual academy teacher), Elizabeth Metcalf (personalized learning academy teacher), and Codi Dauz (events management) following Sage Oak’s Energage Top Workplace for Education award. Each shares their path to Sage Oak—often via ref...

Inside Sage Oak High School ASB: Leadership, Hangouts, Travel, and Student Passion Projects In this episode, Host Tiffiny Webster welcomes ASB advisor Danny Levin and students Izzy Dyer, Ava Mendes, and Ezra Williams to explain Sage Oak High School’s ASB student council program. They describe ASB as an A–G elective meeting weekly that builds leadership, community, and 21st-century skills through c...

Trade School Pathways for High School Students with Counselor Coral Prendergast Host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Sage Oak High School counselor Coral Prendergast to discuss growing student interest in trade school pathway. Coral highlights common trade careers such as electrician, welder, construction, cosmetology, firefighter, and EMT, often available affordably through community colleges. She walks...

College Prep and Application Essays: Timing, Strategy, and a Junior Summer Bootcamp with Jen Pham Host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Jen Pham, Sage Oak’s new college counselor, to discuss strategic college preparation and essay writing. Jen explains her specialized role in admissions support, from major and college selection to applications, essays, and scholarships. She emphasizes that planning can st...

Finding a Path to Graduation at Sage Oak: Lydia Winslow’s Story Host Tiffiny Webster interviews Sage Oak parent Lydia Winslow about her son Malachi’s journey after transferring to Sage Oak High School in his junior year to recover credits and get back on track for graduation. Lydia shares how he initially struggled to adjust to the workload and routine, how she helped him get organized with a dail...

Sage Studio Podcast: Miryna Ortega on Flexible Learning, Dual Enrollment, and Flag Football Goals In this episode, Sage Studio Podcast host Tiffiny Webster interviews Sage Oak High School 10th grader Miryna Ortega, who has attended Sage Oak for about three years.  Miryna shares how Sage Oak’s flexible schedule, supportive teachers, and recorded live sessions help her balance online coursework, dua...

Adventures in Learning: The Sage Oak Charter Experience In this episode, Tiffiny Webster interviews Linda, a parent of five with three children in Sage Oak’s Personalized Learning Academy, including a ninth grader enrolled since first grade, a middle schooler, and a third grader. Linda shares she chose Sage Oak for flexibility and the ability to personalize learning, emphasizing creativity, cursiv...

Exploring Sage Oak High School Program with Laura Glaviano In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Laura Glaviano, Assistant Principal at Sage Oak High School, to discuss the array of opportunities available in their high school program. They cover the key aspects of the program including academic pathways, support systems, career and technical education (CTE) options, an...

In this episode of Sage Studio, hosted by Tiffiny Webster, the focus is on navigating the upcoming testing season and addressing the anxiety it can cause. Guests Bethany Burgos, an assessment facilitator at Sage Oak, and Allie Whalen, a school counselor, offer insights and strategies to help students and parents manage testing stress. The discussion covers the California Assessment of Student Perf...

Exploring Sage Oak's Personalized Learning Academy with Chelsey Anema In this episode of the Sage Studio Podcast, host Tiffiny Webster sits down with Chelsey Anema, principal of the Personalized Learning Academy (PLA) at Sage Oak Charter School. They delve into the unique aspects of PLA, a program designed to customize education to fit individual student needs. Chelsey explains the flex-based...

Discovering Sage Oak's Virtual Learning Academy with Lana Beshara In this episode of the Sage Studio Podcast, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Lana Beshara, the Director and Principal of Sage Oak's Virtual Learning Academy (VLA). They discuss the structure and benefits of the VLA, detailing its unique approach to online education. Lana explains the live classes, small group sessions, an...

A VLA Parent's Perspective: Dr. Emile Koenig on Sage Oak Education In this episode of the Sage Studio Podcast, host Tiffiny Webster chats with Dr. Emile Koenig, a VLA parent, about her journey to discovering and choosing Sage Oak for her children's education. Dr. Koenig, an English professor, shares her rigorous approach in selecting the right school, the benefits of Sage Oak's Virt...

Discover the Unique Educational Model of Sage Oak with Superintendent Krista Woodgrift In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster interviews Sage Oak Superintendent Krista Woodgrift. They delve into the unique educational model at Sage Oak, celebrate its recent milestones, and discuss the variety of flexible learning programs available to students. Krista shares details about their perso...

Understanding the P.A.G.E. Program at Sage Oak with Amy Elwood In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster delves into the Program for Advanced and Gifted Education (P.A.G.E.) with Amy Elwood, a student services coordinator at Sage Oak. Amy explains the program's objectives, targeting advanced and GATE identified students from third to eighth grade. The discussion highlights the eval...

Future-Proofing Your Student's Career with AI Integration In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Dr. Kevin Fleming to discuss the transformative role of AI in college and career planning. Dr. Fleming explains how AI is changing the educational and professional landscape at an unprecedented pace. With over 26 years in education, he shares insights on preparing students f...

Unlocking the Potential of High School Counselors at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses the comprehensive role of high school counselors with Coral Prendergast and Mackenzie Akins from Sage Oak. They explore how counselors provide both academic and social-emotional support, assist with college and career planning, and offer unique opportunities such as dual enr...