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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...

In this episode, Tiffiny Webster is joined by Crista Bross from the high school department to discuss all things Career Technical Education (CTE) Child Development. The CTE program at Sage Oak offers a robust curriculum that goes beyond regular course content to provide students with hands-on experiences and opportunities for growth. Through this program, students not only fulfill graduation requi...

In this episode, Sage Oak Art teachers, Liliana Mai and Tracie Fearing, emphasize the diverse art opportunities available to students at Sage Oak Charter School. From virtual classes to in-person sessions, students can explore various art mediums and develop their artistic abilities in grades TK-12. TK-8 students can enroll in Oakschool Art classes at no-cost of instruction funds, while high schoo...

In this episode of the Sage Studio Podcast, Sage Oak regional Mentors, Taylore Coulombe and Felicia Andersen talk about Living History Day, an exciting event at Sage Oak charter school. This event allows students to step back in history, choose their favorite historical figures, and present what they have learned to their peers. Living History Day is a culmination of research and project work for...

In this episode of the Sage Studio podcast, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by two guests, Traci King, HS Principal, and Laura Glaviota, HS Assistant Principal, The topic of discussion is Sage Oak's Career Technical Education (CTE) programs. CTE stands for Career Technical Education and refers to a sequence of courses aligned with a student's interest and intended to prepare them for spec...

In this episode of Sage Studio, Tiffiny Webster welcomes Stephanie Gomarko and Taylore Coulombe, from the Personalized Learning Academy to discuss the Back to School Socials. Stephanie and Taylore are Regional Mentors at Sage Oak. Stephanie primarily works with middle school students while Taylore focuses on kindergarten through fifth grade. The Back to School Socials are events where families can...

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In this episode of The Sage Studio Podcast, we have a special update from Kiley Duncan about the exciting developments at Sage Oak and the Oakschool program. Kiley shares her enthusiasm for the incredible opportunity offered to the Sage Oak families. One of the highlights is the integration of curriculum into Oakschool's core classes, which include math, reading, writing, history, and science...

In this episode, we are joined by Gabriella Jager, a remarkably accomplished Sage Oak graduate, who shares her experiences and insights about earning not one but five associate degrees in diverse fields during her high school years. Starting her journey with a simple community college Spanish course, Gabriella eventually completed associate degrees in Math, Physics (x2), Astronomy, and Engineering...