Sage Studio

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...

Career Preparation and Flexibility with Sage Oak: Insights from Lexy Peterson In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses career preparation for Sage Oak students with Lexy Peterson from the Virtual Learning Academy program. Lexy shares her journey at Sage Oak and her passion for career readiness, emphasizing the significance of nurturing student curiosity and exposing them to v...

In the 100th episode of the Sage Studio Podcast, host Tiffiny Webster celebrates this milestone by featuring Violet Ee, a 15-year-old sophomore at Sage Oak and a competitive figure skater. Violet discusses how she manages to balance her rigorous training schedule with her academic responsibilities, thanks to the flexibility and strong curriculum at Sage Oak. She shares her journey in figure skatin...

Career Readiness and Identity Formation at Sage Oak: An In-depth Evaluation In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Steve Regur, founder, and CEO of Educators Cooperative, to Sage Oak as a Career Connected School. Regur explains the importance of preparing students for life beyond high school, emphasizing career readiness as a mental health habit. He commends Sage Oak for...

Exploring Oakschool: Enrichment, Core Classes, and Career Prep at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes back Katie Tuttle, the senior administrator for Oakschool, to discuss the various opportunities available at Oakschool. They delve into both enrichment and core classes spanning from TK to 12th grade, highlighting offerings such as writing, history, fashion, firs...

Exciting Updates for Sage Oak High School: New Programs, Growth, and Opportunities In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Kate Bayless, the new high school Assistant Principal at Sage Oak. Kate shares her journey at Sage Oak and discusses the exciting developments for the 2025-2026 school year. Topics include the growing student body, new staff additions, and expanded course...

Back to School with Sage Oak's Personalized Learning Academy In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses Back to School with the Personalized Learning Academy (PLA). Featured guests include Christy Hartman and Taylore Coulombe, newly appointed Assistant Principals,  along with Lauren Holman, the Middle School Coordinator. They discuss the unique features of the PLA program,...

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 car...

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...