Sage Studio

Exploring Sage Oak's Innovative CTE Programs: Entrepreneurship and Information Technology In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Brandy Yurkosky and Jared Tourse from Sage Oak's high school department to discuss the school's cutting-edge Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs focusing on Entrepreneurship and Information Technology. Brandy, an educat...

Exploring Sage Oak's Career Technical Education Programs In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster invites experts to discuss the Career Technical Education (CTE) programs at Sage Oak. Panelists Crista Bross, Pam Werner, and Marion Tell Cofield share insights into the Child Development and Sports Medicine pathways, detailing the program structures, experiential learning opportuniti...

Exploring Sage Oak's CTE Art, Media, and Entertainment Pathway with Tracie Ferring and Jessica Perri In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses the Sage Oak CTE Art programs with high school teachers Tracie Fearing and Jessica Perri. Tracie and Jessica share insights into their roles, the types of art they teach, and the diverse career pathways available through the art pr...

Exploring Sage Oak's Sage Stage with Jaimielynn Lake. In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Jaimielynn Lake, the host of Sage Stage, a unique program at Sage Oak School. Jaimielynn shares her extensive background at Sage Oak and explains how Sage Stage functions as a school-wide assembly every Friday, featuring diverse guest speakers from various career and technic...

Exploring the Growth and Impact of Oakschool with Katie Tuttle In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster talks with Katie Tuttle, a new student service clerk for the Oakschool program. Katie shares insights about her role, the structure of Oakschool, and the various classes offered. Oakschool, a part of Sage Oak, provides over 100 live online classes each quarter, focusing on both core...

Smooth Transitions: Bridging Middle School to High School at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny welcomes Lauren Holman, the new Middle School Coordinator, and Laura Glaviano, the Assistant Principal for the high school program. They discuss the initiatives and programs designed to help middle and high school families transition smoothly into the new school year. Key highlights i...

Back-to-School with Sage Oak's Personalized Learning Academy In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses the Personalized Learning Academy (PLA) with Assistant Principals Kiley Duncan and Nicole. They delve into PLA's tailored independent study model, teacher and parent partnerships, curriculum planning, and the iReady diagnostic tool. New initiatives like the PAGE pro...

In this episode of the Sage Studio podcast, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Mary Hizon-Barry, the Virtual Learning Academy Coordinator, to discuss exciting plans for the 2024-2025 school year. Mary explains the structure and benefits of the Virtual Learning Academy (VLA), a program that blends live online instruction and independent study. They provide new families with essential information about p...

Sage Advice for the Sage Oak Class of 2024 In this special episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster introduces five alumni from Sage Oak who share how the school's core values—service, growth mindset, accountability, and excellence—have impacted their lives post-graduation. Featured alumni include Fatima Sullivan, Ava Woodgrift, Isaiah Saucedo, Sayana Lee, and Gabriella Jager, who offer i...

From Independent Study to University: A Conversation with Rosemarie Umipig In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster talks with Rosemarie Umipig, a Sage Oak student graduating in 2024. They discuss Rosemarie's experiences in the independent study program since sixth grade, her successful enrollment in community college courses during high school, and how these opportunities have pr...

Empowering Young Scholars: Insights into Sage Oak's Honor Societies In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster engages with key figures from Sage Oak's National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) to explore the programs' impact on students' academic, leadership, and community service skills. Brenda Ramirez, Coordinator of Student Success Supp...

Navigating AI Safely: Tips for Students and Parents In the final episode of Sage Studio's three-part AI series, Tiffiny Webster and guest Christian Jackson delve into essential considerations for students using AI, emphasizing the importance of accuracy, avoiding plagiarism, managing dependence, and ensuring privacy. They also explore how parents can support their children in using AI respons...

Leveraging AI in Education: Insights and Innovations, Continuing the Conversation with Christian Jackson Christian Jackson delve into the various ways AI and tools like ChatGPT are transforming students' learning experiences. They explore ten distinct areas where AI aids in education, including homework help, tutoring, writing assistance, language learning, research, study tools, scheduling,...

Exploring AI in Education with Christian Jackson In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster engages in a detailed conversation with Christian Jackson, a Creative Technologist, and CEO of Edapt, who specializes in integrating AI within educational settings. Christian discusses his journey from studying technology's application to business to collaborating with educators to harness AI...

In this episode of Sage Studio, we speak with Stacey Mathis, a career counselor at MiraCosta College, about the crucial role of career counseling in helping students make informed decisions regarding their college and career trajectories. Mathis emphasizes the importance of beginning career exploration in high school and offers insights on how students can utilize career counseling services before...

Sage Sage Studio Podcast: Prioritizing Service Projects The episode focuses on the importance of service, discussing two upcoming service events - the Ronald McDonald Walk and a special project from the Virtual Learning Academy with Jen Gibson, the Curriculum and Events Coordinator at Sage Oak, and Carleen Maurer, Assistant Principal for the Virtual Learning Academy. Jen shares about the experienc...

The episode features two guests, Nancy Shaputis (Virtual Learning Academy) and Alexis Baxley (Personalized Learning Academy), who share their personal experiences of enrolling and educating their children using Sage Oak's unique independent study learning program. They highlight the benefits of personalized learning, teaching children in a safe environment, the flexibility and adaptability of...

Sage Studio Podcast: Enrollment and Program Details for the 2024-2025 School Year Preview the upcoming open enrollment period for the 2024-2025 school year and get an overview of the enrollment process for Sage Oak. The episode features guests, Rebecca Childers (Senior Administrator overseeing parent support) and Mary Hizon-Barry (Coordinator for the Virtual Learning Academy), who discuss details...

Transitioning From Middle to High School: A Roadmap to Success at Sage Oak We discuss the transition of students from middle school to high school with Sage Oak educators Mary Hizon-Barry, VLA Coordinator, Nicole Case, Regional Mentor, and Kerry Cody, HS Assistant Principal. The team addresses the common concerns and fears of parents and students centered around this significant shift in their aca...

Career Fair Social Episode at Sage Oak Studio Tiffiny Webster hosts this episode at Sage Studio, introducing three guests from Sage Oak who are organizing the upcoming Career Fair Social. They discuss the possibilities of introducing and focusing on various career pathways to students, right from an early age. The studio also hosts Stephanie Gomarko, Regional Mentor for Rancho Cucamonga, and Jodi...

Sage Oak ASB Director, Brenda Ramirez, and ASB/Prom Committee leaders, Marina, Olivia, and Madeline to explore the exciting details of the "Once Upon a Time" themed prom at Sage Oak Charter School. Brenda, the head of ASB, introduces the passionate student leaders behind the event, emphasizing their collaborative efforts with i-Lead students. Olivia, ASB President, discusses the hands-on...

In this episode of Sage Studio, Tiffiny Webster delves into the PVSA program, the Presidential Volunteer Service Award program, which provides an incredible opportunity for students and families to give back to their communities while earning service credits. Taylore Coulombe, a regional mentor and teacher at Sage Oak, who also manages the PVSA program, joins Tiffiny to discuss the program's...

In this episode of Sage Studio, ASB Director/Education Advisor Brenda Ramirez, and Education Advisor and History Teacher, Danny Levin discuss the exciting activities and excursions available to high school students at Sage Oak Charter School. Brenda shares her vision of building strong relationships and friendships within the high school community. She focuses on offering students the opportunity...

In this episode of Sage Studio, Tiffiny Webster sits down with Lana Beshara, Principal of Virtual Learning Academy (VLA), to discuss the incredible growth and success of the program. With over 600 students, VLA offers a unique virtual learning experience that goes beyond just online classes. Lana shares how they prioritize creating a sense of community and connection among students by organizing f...

In this episode of the Sage Studio Podcast, Tiffiny Webster is joined by Regional Mentor, Taylore Coulombe, to discuss the Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) program and Sage Serves. The PVSA program was established in 2003 by the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation as a way to recognize the role of volunteers and their impact on communities. Sage Oak, being a cert...