The Classical Academies Partnering With Parents

Say Something ProgramIn 2019, The Classical Academies and neighboring school districts adopted the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (SS-ARS) as a part of a community-wide initiative to prevent school violence. This program teaches students and team members to recognize and report warning signs and threats from individuals who may be dangerous to themselves or others. The Classical Academies' Safety and Security Director, Jared Baez, discusses how the program seeks to prevent violent acts and how it is changing school culture as it empowers students to report concerning behavior to a trusted adult. Anonymous reporting through SS-ARS is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, via the app, hotline, or website.Sandy Hook Promise: https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/our-programs/say-something/Annonymous Tip Line: https://www.p3campus.com/tipform.aspx?ID=3000&HF=1&Logo=0&X=1&H=0

Super STEM Saturday is a free science festival held on March 11, 2023, at California State University San Marcos. Daren Wade is the Director of General Atomics' Aeronautical Systems Integration Group (EIG) and has been involved with the event since 2010. Daren shares how the event engages young engineers and students curious about learning more about how the world works. General Atomics is an event sponsor along with ViaSat, Thermo Fisher Scientific, County of San Diego, Hologic, Encodia, Tri-City Medical Center, Nordson, CalSense, Cox Communications, The Difference Card, Erickson-Hall Construction, Kaiser Permanente, Pacific Western Bank, RBC Capital Markets, Stradling, Young, Minney & Corr, LLP, Cigna, North Island Credit Union, and HME. This free, rain-or-shine event is from 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Learn more here.View the event flyer here

Students today are taught to go to college, choose a specialty, and hopefully land a career. Oftentimes, they discover they don’t like their career path and feel trapped. Executive Coach Dr. Elizabeth Fried recommends the book Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein. Dr. Fried challenges the statement that “quitters never win and winners never quit” and encourages us to re-frame our thinking to explore and experience more opportunities without fear.https://www.amazon.com/Range-Generalists-Triumph-Specialized-World/dp/0735214484

Many teens applying for their first job are unprepared for the verbal communication skills needed to succeed. Elaine Swann and Amy Hart from the Elaine Swann School of Protocol, share how children, teens, and adults can learn and practice essential skills to be successful. She offers tips for reducing screen time and encouraging conversation at home.For a complete list of workshops offered, visit https://www.elaineswann.com/.

The pandemic may be behind us, but school counselors are seeing students with decreased social skills, less emotional regulation, and trouble understanding their place on campus. Krista Gravelle is a school counselor who shares how parents can approach these challenges by providing care, consistency, and consequences with love. She explains how insulating our children negatively impacts their emotional intelligence and future success.

The Classical Academies will be making changes to high school math beginning in Fall 2023. Math Coordinator Andrew Shields explains how Data Science, Financial Algebra, and AP Pre Calculus will provide more opportunities for students to be prepared for college and career pathways. These changes will help students develop critical thinking,problem-solving, and quantitative reasoning skills.

San Diego County has the 5th largest homeless population in America, making it the most pressing issue in our region. In 2017, the Lucky Duck Foundation (LDF) began its mission of alleviating the suffering of homelessness throughout San Diego County. Lucky Duck Foundation Executive Director Drew Moser shares how the foundation funds, activates and leads high-impact programs, creates innovative partnerships and applies solid business principles to aid those suffering from homelessness. LDF serves as a model for other cities confronting homeless problems, involving local businesses and community leaders committed to taking action, finding solutions, and holding policy leaders accountable.Learn more here: https://www.luckyduckfoundation.org/Get involved here: https://www.luckyduckfoundation.org/volunteer/The Lucky Duck Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that funds and activates high-impact programs that alleviate the suffering of homelessness throughout San Diego County.

Stephanie Brown always knew she wanted to be a teacher. She is passionate about utilizing new technology and creativity to collaborate with students. Stephanie is a Virtual Teacher at The Classical Academies and explains how this program supports homeschooling families, provides meaningful connections, and engages students in a flexible environment. Currently serving grades 1-8, the Virtual Program provides a fun, safe, educational experience with social activities such as park days, lunchtime meet-ups, and field trips to create lasting social connections and friendships.

Executive dysfunction disrupts the brain's ability to control thoughts, emotions, and behavior and is related to conditions like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Korrine Hilgeman, a teacher at e3 Consulting, works closely with students with ADHD. She offers resources and tips to help students stay focused, more organized, positive, and engaged. She shares how diet, exercise, and mindfulness can significantly impact learning.https://habitica.com/https://www.additudemag.com/https://www.smilingmind.com.au/https://www.ethreeconsulting.com/

Meet District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond. Retired Navy Veteran, Delta Airlines pilot, and former Mayor of San Marcos, Supervisor Desmond represents Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Fallbrook, Borrego Springs, and Ocotillo Wells. He has been working to reduce homelessness, improve mental health resources, increase affordable housing, and raise awareness of the dangers of Fentanyl. To learn more visit: https://www.supervisorjimdesmond.com/

Mother and daughter, Kathleen and Jessica Novello discuss common pressures girls face, including social media, body image, and self-worth. They share their own experiences of learning to understand each other and moving into a new relationship as adults.

Students aged 16-22 with an Independent Educational Plan have access to transition services to help them transition to college or career. Melissa Hilbig is a Special Education Transition Specialist and explains the options available to students. She empowers students to help them discover life skills, job skills, and what they hope to accomplish in the future.

Molly Griffin is a homeschooling mom of three and foster parent to a baby girl. She explains the process, requirements, and challenges of becoming a foster parent in California. Molly shares how foster parenting has impacted her family and provides them with the opportunity to teach her children to be compassionate and share with others less fortunate.

North San Diego County is experiencing broad economic changes that continue to create economic opportunity. Erik Bruvold, CEO of the San Diego North Economic Development Council (SDNEDC), discusses career opportunities for the future in our region, including careers in life sciences, healthcare, biotechnology, hospitality, and engineering.https://www.sdnedc.org/

As students prepare to leave for college, parents are wondering what this new relationship might look like. Kyle and Wendy Menig, founders of The Two10 Group, a coaching and consulting non-profit, share how parents can move from coach to counselor and learn to set boundaries to help students develop and grow into responsible, independent adults.

Author, speaker, and YouSchool founder Scott Schimmel has identified 30 conversation starters that can help students yield clarity and confidence and serve as a roadmap to building a meaningful life. These questions can help individuals of all ages develop a strong foundation for constructing a life poised for success and prepared for meaning.Learn more about the book here.