The Homeschool Classical Community of OC will be offered as a new homeschool program at the Santa Ana Student Center on Mondays and Wednesdays, reported Tammy Jackson, Senior Director of Homeschool TK-8. Led by Linda Larson, the offering will provide Orange County families with an opportunity to participate in a classical-style education two days a week on campus and three days a week at home.
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Tammy Jackson, Senior Director of Homeschool TK-12, reported that at Springs’ recent Staff Ignite Conference, multiple TK-8 leaders were recognized with achievement awards. Tammy expressed her “deep appreciation” for the team and “their dedication to supporting every student in the homeschool program.”
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Linda Larson – Homeschool director
Sherri Kemp – Homeschool director for high school learning centers
Christopher Ontiveros – Homeschool principal, Pathfinder Resource Center
Nicole Collins – vice principal, Journey Homeschool High School
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Springs’ Virtual Village wrapped up a strong school year and headed into summer “feeling royally ready for what’s next,” reported Lisa Fahrenkamp, program facilitator. “As we begin a brand-new year, we’re focused on setting up our team for success from day one.”
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Springs’ Temecula Student Center Cross Country team has been “diligently” training throughout the summer under the leadership of Coach Jordan Wilkie, reported Melissa Targos, program facilitator. Open to all students from grades 6 through 12, “the team exemplifies commitment and perseverance. Participation in Cross Country not only enhances physical fitness but also cultivates self-discipline, fosters a strong sense of community, and promotes a positive mindset.”
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Springs’ facilities department is working on phase one of the expansion of Palm Academy’s Indio campus which will include a soccer field and mini-baseball diamond, reported Haroon Abdul-Mubaarik, principal. In addition to soccer and baseball, the areas will be used for outdoor games and activities.
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The Santa Ana Student Center is launching a “groundbreaking” career exploration program for middle school students, reported Principal Priscilla Moreno-Doorbar, which will introduce students to careers through “hands-on, real-world learning.”
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Springs’ Corona Student Center is modifying its Mosaic program to offer three days in the classroom and two days of home study to emphasize “parent collaboration with the teacher to ensure a quality education for the child,” reported E.J. Whitehead, principal.
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Springs’ Otay Ranch Academy for the Arts (ORAA) held an arts festival and ribbon cutting for its new site, reported Principal Brynne Dukes. They day showcased student visual arts and drumming, she said, and families also enjoyed karaoke, games, an opportunity raffle, and tours of the site.
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Journey teacher Scott White will discuss “Hiroshima and the Birth of the Perilous Present: How the Atomic Bombing Set the Stakes for Modern Global Threats” at the Pacific Coast Branch of the American Historical Association (PCB-AHA) on July 31. Scott has been working on his Master’s degree in history and will discuss the purpose and outcome of his research.
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