Springs’ High School Learning Labs offered Homeschool students the opportunity to “embody the Springs Way of moving from passive learning to active doing,” shared Sherri Kemp, Homeschool Director of High School Learning Labs, this year collaborating with a variety of “epic” project-based learning lessons.
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Mariah Shipp, a Citrus Springs Homeschool kindergartener, is the student artist of the month for June. She likes to draw animals, anime, and video game characters. She uses pencil, markers, and acrylic, her favorite, because she can make new colors. When not creating art, Mariah enjoys piano, violin, karate, video games, and fishing.
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Students from Springs’ Pathfinder Student Center performed its annual play, Annie Jr., shared Principal Shawn McManus. Over 40 students participated in the musical production, which was attended by families and staff.
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Springs’ Pathfinder Student Center and Learning Labs hosted the Classical Community of Riverside Classical Expo to showcase student work over the course of the school year, reported Principal Shawn McManus. Participants enjoyed “engaging” presentations, student displays, and interactive activities. More than 100 attended.
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Springs teacher Elizabeth Solt has been honored with a Crystal Apple Award recognizing her skill and dedication in serving her students, reported Vice Principal Nicole Collins. Elizabeth was nominated for the award by student Makayla Gunnell. Makayla is a Homeschool high school student who praised Elizabeth for her “unwavering support,” and added that she plays a key role in helping students map out their four-year high school plans and prepare for college and future careers.
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Eight Springs students participated in the Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair at the Riverside Convention Center, reported Nikkole McAdoo, events and community engagement coordinator.
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Vice Principal Nicole Collins shared that school counselor Alexandria Pedersen launched “Fun Fridays with the Counselor,” a weekly opportunity designed “to nurture students’ social-emotional learning in a relaxed and welcoming environment.” Sessions are off to a “fantastic start,” shared Alexandria, as many students have turned out to participate.
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Springs’ Journey Homeschool High School student Abigail Bryson is part of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), the civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force, shared Nicole Collins. CAP is a nationally recognized program that focuses on four key areas: leadership, aerospace education, physical fitness, and character development.
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Shana Diallo, Study Zone aide at the Pathfinder High School Learning Lab, shared a success story from the school’s “Eat the Frog” ritual, popularized by Brian Tracy’s book, “Eat That Frog.” Eating the Frog symbolizes doing the hard things first; to commemorate tackling their toughest assignments, students ring a celebratory bell upon completing a mastery assignment or major project.
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Springs Journey Homeschool High School senior Leonardo Flores Rodriguez is a star soccer player. While he’s on the road participating in games, he completes his studies online.
Leo joined the Journey program to balance academics with his interest in soccer. Teacher Kyle Pieterse said, “Leonardo receives excellent grades, high standardized test scores, and participates in our dual-enrollment program with Barstow Community College.”
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