Welcome to the High School Family Updates! This newsletter is sent out every week to high school parents, students and Education Advisors with important news, reminders and upcoming events. Look for it every week! Upcoming Important Dates: April 20 Last day of CAASPP Testing (11th Graders) April 20 LP 9 Begins April 22 Graduation Webinar April 25 Prom 2026 May 8 – 15 i-Ready Testing Window 🗓️ 25-26 Academic Calendar Final Day of CAASPP Testing Today is the final day to complete CAASPP testing! If your student has not yet finished, please check for communication from your EA, who reached out on Friday with instructions on how to complete testing. Be sure to finish all required assessments today! 🤩 This Week’s Field Trips A reminder that the below High School field trips are happening THIS week! 4/22/2026 – Ronald McDonald House Pasadena: Volunteer Opportunity 4/22/2026 – Angels Baseball: STEM Day at Angels Stadium 4/22/2026 – Disneyland Workshops| 4/23/2026 – Knott’s Berry Farm Tours 4/24/2026 – HS Local Hangout – Casey’s Cupcakes Business Crawl Hangout 4/24/2026 – HS Local Hangout – Comic Con Museum 4/24/2026 – HS College Tour- Tour Crafton Hills College Public Safety Labs 4/25/2026 – Prom 2026 📚Yearbook Hobby/Sports Submissions Do you have a hobby you are all about and want to share with other Sage Oak students? Do you play a sport and want to show off your skill? The Yearbook Committee is looking for Sage Oak students to share a photo of you participating in your sport or hobby. Submit your photo here! 📷 Submit Your Yearbook Photo – deadline extended! Want to see yourself in this year’s yearbook? Submit your headshot using the Google Form linked below! This form is for 9th–11th grade students. Yearbook Submissions Google Form Note: Seniors should submit their photos using only the Senior Submissions form (see details in the class of 2026 section) Sage Oak Appreciation – Chance to win a gift card! Show Sage Oak some love! Appreciate your friends, teachers, and counselors on this Public Padlet! Do you have a favorite teacher? Now’s your chance to let them know! 🎉. Submit a short video message thanking a teacher — or our amazing staff as a whole — for a chance to be featured in a student-created film! Sage Oak High School Yearbook Order your yearbook by April 26th to have it in time to bring it to end of year events for your friends to sign! Get yours to remember all the fun events, friends, and special moments. We have soft covers available for $41.27 and hard covers available for $48.27 (before taxes). You can also customize your copy by adding custom pages! Don’t miss out! Order here!  Every week, we will highlight a Sage Oak High School student who has been nominated by their Education Advisor. This week, Sage Oak High School is celebrating…  🌟Alina Slaughter (11th Grade)🌟 Graduating a full year early while taking community college courses since 9th grade is impressive—but what truly sets Alina Slaughter apart is her heart for service. She dedicates about 12 hours each week volunteering at the Yorba Linda Public Library, leading children’s storytimes, activities, and puppet shows. Alina has also stepped into leadership by mentoring teen volunteers, serving on the Teen Advisory Board, and representing the Children’s Department at an Orange County–wide storytelling workshop. With over 450 volunteer hours and three consecutive Presidential Volunteer Service Award Gold honors, her impact is remarkable. In addition, Alina has been an AVID tutor, is a talented crocheter, and will earn the Seal of Biliteracy in Japanese. Through Sage Oak’s Community Service and ASB Leadership classes, Alina has continued to grow her leadership skills while making a difference. She shares that Sage Oak has been “an amazing fit” because it allows her to devote meaningful time to volunteering. After graduation, Alina plans to complete one final year of community college—where she is on track to earn up to three AA degrees—before transferring to a four-year university and pursuing a career in forensic psychology, inspired by her passion for helping others.  Mock Job Interview Activity  Help your student step confidently into their future by connecting them with real-world experience. Our mock job interview program pairs high school students with community members, giving them the chance to practice professional communication, build confidence, and receive valuable feedback. Together, we can bridge the gap between virtual learning and real-life success! Sign up here to participate in the mock job virtual interview activity the week of May 18th-22nd. Students will attend a training session the week of May 4th-8th on how to conduct themselves, dress, and answer job interview questions to prepare for a successful mock interview. Students can participate in the lessons without taking part in the virtual interview, but we highly recommend the interview experience. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! 🤩 Free College & Career Support—Still Available! Great news—Ms. Jen Pham is still offering free 30-minute, one-on-one strategy sessions for students! As a college admissions and post-secondary planning expert, she can help with everything from college and trade pathways to applications, scholarships, and next steps. These personalized sessions are a great opportunity to get your questions answered and walk away with a clear plan. Come prepared with ideas and goals! Spots are limited, so don’t wait—sign up today: learningwithjen.as.me and use the coupon MRSKING at checkout! The Disengaged Teen: Expert Strategies Every Parent Should Know Thursday, April 23 | 5 p.m. PT Many teens feel unmotivated or disconnected from school, and parents often aren’t sure how to help. Rebecca Winthrop and Jenny Anderson, co-authors of The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better, will share what drives disengagement and how families can spark motivation. Get your questions answered, and walk away with encouraging, practical guidance to support your teen. Register Now! Life Hacks Join “Life Hacks” every Friday at NOON! If you want to hang out and connect with some other high school students or get some helpful tips to navigate the teenage years, join Ms. Coral at Life Hacks every Friday at noon. Join the Zoom HERE! Here is the link to the HS Counseling Calendar – subscribe to this calendar to have all the webinars that the counselors are hosting with zoom links! Coral Prendergast (last names A-L) – cprendergast@sageoak.education Calendly Link Cheri Adame (last names M-Z) – cadame@sageoak.education Calendly Link   🎓 Graduation Webinar – Don’t Miss It! Join us on Wednesday, April 22 at 12 PM for this week’s Grad Webinar! We’ll be covering important updates and expectations for graduation, including dress code, ticket updates, waiting time reminders, graduation cords, and your “Ticket Out the Door.” Be sure to attend to make sure you’re fully prepared for the big day! ZOOM LINK 🎟️ Graduation Tickets Graduation preparations are underway! All students and parents have been emailed with the number of tickets they will receive for the ceremony, along with any ADA seating accommodations currently on file. Families are asked to review this information carefully and reply by this Friday, April 24 if any updates or changes to ADA needs are required. We look forward to celebrating our graduates soon! ⭐️ Decision Day Celebration for Class of 2026 Grads! Sage Oak would like to honor all the 2026 graduates and celebrate the decisions they are making for their post-high school plans. We will hold a Zoom Decision Day Celebration on May 26th at 6:00 PM, where we will announce all participating graduates and announce their plans for after high school. Please fill out this survey if you would like to be a part of the ceremony and tell your family and friends to mark their calendars! We want everyone to know and celebrate how amazing our class of 2026 is! ⭐️Class of 2026 Resources⭐️ Grad Central P.R.F Save the Date Jostens Cap & Gown  Young Entrepreneurs Day Wednesday, April 22 Join us as we celebrate the spirit of Sage Oak entrepreneurship at our upcoming Young Entrepreneurs Day! Taking place on April 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM on Zoom, this event will feature presentations from our Entrepreneurship 1 & 2 students, followed by a Q&A session. Interested in sharing your ideas? Sign up to speak and be part of this inspiring event! Sign up HERE! M&M Surf Lessons Friday, April 24 Are you stoked and ready to drop in on a wave? Well, now is your chance. Join us for a 3-hour lesson in a group setting with M&M Surf Schools experienced instructors in a fun and safe environment. Any surfer can join this lesson, as they work with all skill levels. Sign up HERE! Casey’s Cupcakes Entrepreneurship Hangout Friday, April 24 Join Sage Oak’s Entrepreneurship Pathway for a fun and inspiring field trip to Casey’s Cupcakes in downtown Riverside! Students will hear from a business manager about real-world entrepreneurship, learn about job opportunities at the Mission Inn, and get insider tips on applying for holiday positions. Afterward, enjoy time exploring downtown: grab a cupcake, visit local coffee shops or bookstores, and connect with other small businesses in the area. Sign up HERE! Crafton Hills College Public Safety Labs Friday, April 24 Did you ever wonder what it takes to provide care for emergencies like car accidents, heart attacks, drowing, and other injuries? Join us on a tour of the Fire, EMT, and Paramedic Labs at Crafton Hills College. Sign up HERE! Comic Con Museum Friday, April 24 Students have an exciting opportunity to explore creativity at the Comic-Con Museum, part of the world-famous Comic-Con convention! This interactive experience celebrates comics, film, anime, gaming, and all things pop culture. During a hands-on Comics Creation workshop, students will get to learn the art of visual storytelling and began creating their own original comics. Sign up HERE! Cal State Fullerton Tour Friday, May 1 Join this guided tour with a Titan Ambassador (Official CSUF Campus Tour Guide) who will highlight campus buildings, share interesting facts, and provide insight into their Titan experience! Sign up HERE! Star Wars Day at the Academy Sunday, May 3 The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is the largest museum in the U.S. devoted to the arts, sciences, and artists of moviemaking. Join your peers in visiting the museum for its annual Star Wars celebration! We will meet droids and craft Star Wars themed buttons, origami, and puppets. Afterwards, we will explore the museum’s multi-floor collection of film and animation memorabilia, with current exhibitions ranging from Ponyo and Barbie to Jaws and Bong Joon Ho. Sign up HERE! For any questions about any of the events listed, please email ASB Coordinator, Danny Levin, at dlevin@sageoak.education  Sage Serves There are only a couple more weeks left to complete your Sage Serves volunteer hours, with the program ending on April 30 and the final deadline to submit hours on May 4. Please be sure to log all completed hours using the provided form. We appreciate your hard work and the positive impact you are making in your community!Report Hours Here! National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society Applications: Now Open! Sage Oak is now accepting applications for the National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS). These esteemed organizations recognize and promote excellence in scholarship, leadership, character, and service. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and demonstrate a strong commitment to community service and leadership. The application deadline is May 8th, and selected candidates will be notified of their acceptance in June. NHS Application: 10th-12th Grade for the 2026-27 School Year NJHS Application: 7th-9th Grade for the 2026-27 School Year Hear from our NJHS members! Students who are already members do not need to reapply. For questions please contact Kayce Betzel at kbetzel@sageoak.education for NHS and Amy Elwood at aelwood@sageoak.education for NJHS. Sage Oak NHS Activity Log Parent 101 Webinar High School Parent 101: Apr 22, 2026 @ 10:00 AMClick the link below to register. Please share with anyone you feel may be interested: Click here! New Sage Studio Podcast Episode: “Navigating College Applications with Jen Pham” In this Sage Studio episode, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Jen Pham, college counselor, to discuss strategic college preparation and essay writing. Jen explains her specialized role in admissions support, from major and college selection to applications, essays, and scholarships. Want to get a jumpstart on writing your college essays? Join Jen at her upcoming summer workshop. Click here to watch now!  Sincerely, Traci King High School Principal |
