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26800 Newport Road,
Menifee, CA
5 DAYS ON CAMPUS
(951) 225-7650
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Did you know that Leonardo Da Vinci was more than just an amazing artist and scientist? He was also an educator/philosopher. His guide to thinking aligns with current brain research into teaching and learning. Our Menifee Da Vinci Academy (TK-8) provides a unique program of learning based on the 7 Da Vinci principles for creative thinking: Curiosity, Independent thinking, Sharpen your senses, Embrace ambiguity, Balance logic and imagination, Balance body and mind, and Make new connections. Here is a link to an article about these ideas.
River Springs Charter School’s Da Vinci Academy offers a unique small-school environment where everybody knows every student’s name. Creative projects, core mastery, and positive interpersonal skills are the focus of every grade. Core classroom days are offered 4 days per week with an optional 5th day.
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Name: Sophia Prado
Age: 13 Grade: 8
I chose: Bear River Student Center
Why? To work at my own pace and
be challenged. I never get bored
because I can work ahead of my
own grade level.
Sophia says: “My math teacher has really helped me to understand math better. It is now my new favorite subject.” Her advice to new students is to have a good work ethic and to work hard. |
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Bear River Student Center (TK-8)
News + Announcements
May 28, 2025Springs’ Bear River Student Center held its inaugural Multi-Cultural Arts Fair and Open House, reported
Rosie Solis, site facilitator. The event highlighted “a vibrant blend of visual, performing, and culinary arts, showcasing cultural expressions from around the world.”
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February 12, 2025Thirty students from Springs’ regional academies and programs participated in the Springs All School Spelling Bee Invitational in Temecula. There were 13 rounds; the final round featured 8
th graders
Profess Adhikari from the Bear River Student Center and
Kat Odell from Rancho Cucamonga Personalized Learning Center attempting to spell the winning word, curmudgeon. Profess prevailed.
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January 30, 2025Bear River Student Center Principal
Renee Gooding and Special Education teacher
Paul Aguirre dressed as Mrs. Claus and Santa Claus as part of a holiday performance performed by the students’ theater group. Families had the opportunity to enjoy carols sung by students and take a photo with the pair.
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December 13, 2024Springs’ Bear River Student Center held a Balloons Over Bear River parade (based on Melissa Sweet’s story about creating giant balloons for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade entitled “Balloons Over Broadway”) in which students design and build balloons using the engineering design process. The parade included a visit from Mrs. Santa Claus.
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