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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!
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Upcoming Important Dates:
May 26 – 29 Finals Week
June 2 Class of 2026 Graduation
June 4 Last Day of School!
🗓️ 25-26 Academic Calendar
🌄 Big adventures are coming in 2026–2027
We’re thrilled to offer four Overnight Field Trips next school year. Returning students, please complete the interest form below for any trips you’d like to attend!
➜ Overnight Field Trip Interest Form
📚 Explore new in-person CTE opportunities!
Through our partnerships with San Gabriel Valley ROP and Baldy View ROP, students can now access a variety of hands-on career technical education courses. Check out the attached flyers to learn more about available classes and programs!
Have questions or interested in learning more? Please contact Coral Prendergast at cprendergast@sageoak.education.
Sage Oak Appreciation – Chance to win a gift card!
Do you have a favorite teacher? Now’s your chance to let them know! 🎉. Appreciate your friends, teachers, and counselors on this a short Public Padlet. Submit a 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
Yearbooks still available! 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!
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Each week, we highlight a Sage Oak High School student nominated by their Education Advisor. This week, Sage Oak High School is celebrating…
🌟Yasmin Suleman (11th Grade)
 Yasmin has taken full advantage of the flexibility and opportunities available through Sage Oak. Several years ago, she began using instructional funds to participate in fencing classes alongside her PE coursework, and she has continued to excel in the sport ever since. Today, she regularly competes in fencing competitions while balancing her academic responsibilities.
In addition to her athletic achievements, Yasmin has been actively involved in the Muslim Student Association (MSA), participated in our Catalina trip, and pursued concurrent enrollment through a ceramics course at her local community college. She does an outstanding job staying on top of her studies while making time for her passions and interests outside of school. We are proud of the dedication, balance, and enthusiasm Yasmin brings to both her academics and extracurricular activities!
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NEW Sage Oak’s Signature College Summer Program
Calling all Class of 2027 students! The Emerson Royce Signature College Catalyst Program is a unique 1:1 college preparation experience created to help students get ahead before senior year. Through an intensive three-day summer boot camp, students will gain personalized guidance, application strategy support, and valuable tools to confidently navigate the college admissions process.
➜ Summer Program Interest Form
Free College & Career Support—Still Available!
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. Sign up today at learningwithjen.as.me!
Dual Enrollment
Need help with your dual enrollment paperwork? Now is the time to sign up for summer and fall courses at the community college. The counselors are available on Thursdays from 1:15 to 2:15 to help! Join the Zoom Here!
CC Partnership with Irvine Valley College
We are excited to offer two Irvine Valley College partner classes in Fall 2026! Students can earn both college and high school credit through asynchronous online courses with reserved seats just for our high school students. Currently, the available courses for the 26/27 school year include:
- U.S. History since 1865 (meets the U.S. History graduation requirement)
- Introduction to Psychology (elective credit)
Interested students should complete the survey linked below to learn more and reserve their spot!
➜ IVC Interest Form
Subscribe to the HS Counseling Calendar to stay updated on upcoming webinars and Zoom Links hosted by our counselors!
Coral Prendergast (last names A-L) – cprendergast@sageoak.education
Mackenzie Akins (last names M-Z) – makins@sageoak.education
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
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Graduation Tickets, Awards & Cords
We are so excited to celebrate with you in ONE WEEK! Please see below for details and reminders about graduation day!
- Date: Tuesday, June 2nd
- Arrival Time: 11 AM
- Location: Fullerton HS Auditorium, 201 E Chapman Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832
- Tickets, awards & cords: Graduates and families will receive their seating assignment, cords & any awards during graduation check in (there are no physical tickets!)
🎓 Decision Day Celebration is TODAY!
Join us this evening, Tuesday, May 26 at 6:00 PM, as we celebrate our seniors and their plans after graduation. Students who completed the Decision Day survey will be recognized during this special event as we highlight their accomplishments and next steps after high school.
There’s still time to participate! Please complete the survey below if you would like to attend tonight’s celebration! Additional event details can be found in the attached slides. For questions, please contact Mackenzie Akins at makins@sageoak.education.
➜Decision Day Survey
🎥 Join the Zoom
Final Grad Webinar
The final Grad Webinar will be held on this Thursday, May 28th from 12-12:30 and is for students only! During this time, we will do walk-through of what to expect on the day of the ceremony, review your final to-dos and answer any last questions before the ceremony.
🎥 Join the Zoom
⭐️Class of 2026 Resources⭐️
👉🏼Graduation Checklist👈🏼
Grad Central
P.R.F
Save the Date
Jostens Cap & Gown
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 🎉 NHS Prom Attire Collection & Exchange Wednesday, May 27
Have a formal dress or suit collecting dust in your closet? Give it a second life! On May 27 from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM at Red Hill Park in Rancho Cucamonga, the National Honor Society will host a Prom Attire Collection & Exchange.
Students are encouraged to donate gently used formalwear or browse donated items for future Sage Oak events. Dresses, suits, and other formal attire are welcome! Any remaining items will be donated to teens in need within the community.
➜ Sign up Here
🌄 Senior Sunset Friday, May 29
SENIORS ONLY! Come celebrate the end of your high school journey this Friday, May 29th from 3 – 8:30PM at Bolsa Chica State Beach with your fellow grads! Reminisce on high school memories and share your plans for life after graduation!
➜ Sign up Here
Questions about these events? Please email ASB Coordinator, Danny Levin, at dlevin@sageoak.education
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Oakschool
Are you an experienced professional or expert in your field, or know a college student eager to share their knowledge? Join us in inspiring the next generation by teaching an Oakschool class next year! This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference and connect with students while showcasing your expertise. Click below to find out more and share with others who may be interested! Questions? Please email ktuttle@sageoak.education.
Save the Date 👉🏼 August Parent Summit
Mark your calendars… we are excited to share that the virtual August Parent Summit will be taking place the week of August 10th! The Parent Summit is an engaging and informative week designed to help you kick off the school year feeling confident, connected, and prepared. 35 virtual sessions will be offered throughout the week between 9am – 3:45pm, with 17 focusing on our High School program. These sessions allow parents/guardians to learn more about Sage Oak’s unique programs and offerings. Whether you’re new to our school or a returning family, these sessions will empower you to partner with us and support your child’s independent study journey.
We encourage all parents to explore the session options and block time on your calendar now to attend! Check out the brochure to help you begin planning. Let’s kick off the school year together with connection, inspiration, and partnership!
NEW Sage Studio Podcast
“Exploring Leadership: Inside Sage Oak ASB”
In this episode, Host Tiffiny Webster welcomes ASB advisor Danny Levin and students Izzy Dyer, Ava Mendes, and Ezra Williams to explain Sage Oak High School’s ASB student council program. They describe ASB as an A–G elective meeting weekly that builds leadership, community, and 21st-century skills through committees, school spirit, and major events like hangouts, homecoming, prom, and grad night. Click the link below to watch now!
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Sincerely,
Traci King
High School Principal
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