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Welcome to the latest episode of the Sage Studio podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce you to Ventura Makos, a Sage Oak vendor who has worked with many Sage Oak families over the years. Ventura Makos is owned and operated by Christian Brock and is renowned for its exhilarating surf classes and camps, conducted all year round at numerous beach spots in Ventura County. This prog...

In this episode, Tiffiny shares the Top 10 List of Summer Activities to foster physical activity, engagement, and learning throughout the summer in a fun and entertaining way.   Summer Camps Outdoor Adventures Science Centers and Museums Art Classes and Workshops Sports and Recreation Music Community Service Visit the Public Library Coding, Technology, and Games Leadership and Skills Click on the...

In this episode, Sage Oak Community Provider, Ryan Beard, of SportsSaints.org, shares the value of in-person PE, sports, and S.T.E.A.M. instruction for kids.  Sports Saints S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) lessons teach students concepts such as the effect of strength conditioning and hydration on the body, the angles of sports maneuvers, and how the teamwork required f...

Have you ever considered ordering a subscription box, but you weren't sure how to incorporate it into your child's education plan?  In this episode, we sit down with Sage Oak community provider,  Eat2Explore, a multicultural subscription box service that provides recipes, unique ingredients, cooking tools, and lesson plans integrating food, history, geography, music, and art from around...

In this episode, Sage Oak CTE Art Teacher, Tara Edwards, shares how the CTE pathways allow students to explore art classes, develop their portfolios, and prepare for creative college degrees and careers. What is a CTE Art Pathway? A Career Technical Education pathway is a sequence of elective courses with a focus on arts, media, and entertainment.  Do students have to complete the entire CTE Art p...

In this episode, we speak to outgoing Helendale Superintendent, Ross Swearingen and incoming Superintendent, Josh Behnke, about their roles as Sage Oak authorizers.  Ross defines the authorizer role and shares the benefits he sees in sponsoring Sage Oak Charter School including bringing an independent study and personalized learning program to students. Josh shares how his previous negative percep...

In this episode, we spotlight Sage Oak Community Provider, Write at Home.   Melanie Wasko and Teresa Hadyke share about the History, Literature, and Writing course offerings for elementary, middle school, and high school students.  Teresa also provides details on the upcoming elementary Summer program. Write at Home- Summer Program Write at Home- Sage Oak  Thank you for listening to the Sage Studi...

In this episode, Coral Prendergast, HS School Counselor, shares tips, prompts, and templates juniors and seniors can use to get a jumpstart on writing college essays over the summer.  Her slidedeck is full of examples, links, and resources. Click Here: Preparing to Write College Essays Click Here: Counseling Connection June 2023 Newsletter Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast present...

In this episode, you will learn about Sage Oak Summer Branch Out enrichment program for grades TK-8 and the Credit Recovery program for high school students. Summer Branch Out Flyer Summer Branch Out is a self-paced enrichment program for TK-8th grade students. Credit Recovery is our high school program supporting qualifying students who need to make up high school courses.  Enrollment thorugh you...

In the episode, Sage Oak school counselor, Allie Whalen, is bringing awareness to Mental Health. Allie walks us through the Mental Health Awareness parent training and highlights the resources available to families.  She provides strategies to promote healthy emotional well-being, reviews the signs and triggers parents should be aware of, and explains the importance of being proactive. For more in...

Dennis DiNoia of Mr. D Math, has been serving Sage Oak families for years!  In this episode, Mr. D shares his personal stories about becoming a teacher, tutor, and business owner.  He opens up about turning challenges into opportunities and credits many of his students for teaching him valuable life lessons. Mr. D offers a wide variety of online courses to students including Math, American Sign La...

In this episode, we celebrate the contributions of our outstanding classified staff using the S.U.P.P.O.R.T. framework in gratitude of all the ways they support our students, families, and staff. S- strength mentally, emotionally, and physically U- unwavering commitment to Sage Oak core values P- perseverance through challenges P-positivity when approaching all duties O- outstanding commitment to...

In the episode, we talk with High School Coordinator, Kate Bayless, about the details of our upcoming graduation and college and career life for the graduating class of 2023 after Sage Oak. Click Here: Class of 2023 graduation Information Click Here: View the Class of 2022 Graduation Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webs...

In this episode, we speak with Maryam, a Sage Oak high school difference making an impact by taking action to support causes she is passionate about.  She shares how she became passion about her cause and how students can take action by getting involved on a local, state, national, and global level. Bryan from the TreePeople organization also joins the conversation to share how their organization...

In this episode, we are celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week and National Charter School Week by showing our gratitude for the teachers and parents that make an impact on their child's education using the T.E.A.C.H.E.R. framework. Click Here: TEACHER Framework Infographic PDF T- time E- encouragement and empathy A- adaptability C- creativity H- heart E- enthusiasm and expertise R- relationsh...

In this episode, Virtual Learning Academy Principal, Lana Beshara, talks about how students are building community within a virtual environment and in-person through field trips and school events. How do students connect during instruction? How do students connect during breaks and lunch? How do students connect in-person through school and grade-level field trips? For more information on the Virt...

In this episode,  Sage Oak teacher, Brittany Quadai, shares her story as a beneficiary of the Ronald McDonald House while her infant son received medical care, how she is giving back, and how our Sage Oak community can participate in the upcoming Ronald McDonald Walk for Life. Sign up here : Ronald McDonald Walk for Life Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Char...

In this episode, Tiffiny shares tips for fun and easy PE activities parents can do at home with students of all ages. Click Here : PE Activities PDF Guide (includes websites, links and videos) Benefits to exercise include physical and mental health, cognitive development, stress relief, and socialization. Try incorporating these exercises into a morning routine, breaks between tasks, or as a sched...

Brent Daniels is an award-winning music producer, composer and sound designer. His sought-after production style can be heard in remixes for Epic Records artists Madison Beer and Bahari, and his original music can be heard in movie trailers for Sony Pictures, Paramount Pictures, Netflix, Hulu, Marvel Studios and Disney including Black Panther, Black Widow, Hawkeye and The Bad Batch. His latest wor...

In this episode, Sage Oak student, Sonja Allen, shares how the Virtual Learning Academy model helps her balance accelerated classes, a demanding competitive swimming schedule, and her mental health. Sonja shares how she leans on her teachers for support by taking advantage of office hours.  In addition to maintaining her schedule of 8th grade core classes, Sonja is also taking a high school class...

In this episode, you'll learn what students and parents can expect from the upcoming CAASPP and iReady assessments at the high school level. CAASPP The California Assessment of School Performance and Progress, or CAASPP, is given to 3rd-8th grade and 11th grade high school students in the subjects of English Language Arts, Math, and Science (for some grade levels).   Students will complete a...

In this episode, High School Coordinator,  Brenda Ramirez, ASB President Gabriela, and ASB Vice President Olivia, share all the details on Sage Oak's upcoming prom.  Hear how Sage Oak students collaborate with each other and iLead Charter School students to plan a successful and memorable event. Prom will be held at The Grand in Long Beach. Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast p...

In this episode, Melissa Webb, owner of Write On Webb, and a Sage Oak Community Provider, shares tips parents can use for preparing students for the writing performance task on the CAASPP assessment.   In addition, Melissa describes her writing course offerings that support students all year long! Melissa's educational background includes serving as a classroom teacher, charter school teacher...

In this episode, Sage Oak School Counselor, Coral Pendergast, wraps-up the College Match Series by walking us through the college application process and timeline.  In addition, she provides a comprehensive resource with links to training and tools from the entire College Match series. Click Here: Slideshow " College Match Series Timelines, Tool, and Resources " Thank you for listening t...

In this episode,  three Sage Oak students talk about creating projects and competing in the science fair.  Each student breaks down their process and shares why they love project-based project-based learning. Topics: How they come up with their idea How they personalized their idea Conducting the experiment Tracking the progress Analyzing the data Displaying the data in project form What they lear...