| Week of February 2, 2026 |
 Open Enrollment for the 2026/27 School Year Open enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year will open at 9 AM on Thursday, February 12th, for new applicants. Please feel free to share this information with friends and family who may be interested in enrolling with Sage Oak! *Students who are currently enrolled with Sage Oak Charter Schools do not need to reapply.  The 100th Day of School is Almost Here! Next Monday, February 9th, we’re celebrating 100 days of learning, growing, and hard work! Show off your excitement by dressing up as if you’re 100 years old and help us mark this fun milestone. Be sure to upload your photos using the link below—we’d love to feature your creative looks on our social media as we celebrate all that you’ve accomplished in the past 100 days! Submit Your Photos!  Cultivate & Create Art Contest Sage Oak’s annual Cultivate & Create Art Contest begins today, and all students are invited to be part of it! This is your chance to show off your creativity and talents in dance, film, music, photography, or visual arts. Whether you love to move, make music, capture moments, or create with your hands, there’s a place for your art here. This year’s theme is Beyond Your Imagination—a journey into endless possibilities. What lies beyond what you already know? What might exist in a world you’ve never seen? What amazing change could happen in you or around you if you let your imagination lead the way? Dream big, think boldly, and create something that feels impossible… until you imagine it. Artworks will be judged based on how creatively you interpret the theme, your originality, and your artistic skills. Most importantly, this is your opportunity to explore, express yourself, and have fun creating. All entries are due by Monday, March 23rd. Check out the Cultivate & Create informational document below for contest details. 1. Use the survey link to submit your entry. 2. Sign upfor the Art Mentoring and Q&A zoom for students on Friday, February 27th, from 12 – 1 pm. Informational Document  Save the Date for Sage Oak’s Career Fair! Save the date for our Sage Oak Career Fair happening on March 13th from 10:30 AM – 12 PM at four different regions.. Meet industry professionals aligned with our Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways and discover resources for career exploration. Click the link below to view the regional locations! Regional Locations  Last Week To Get Your Sage Oak Spirit Items! This is the final week to shop the Sage Oak Spirit Store! The store will be open and accepting orders through Sunday, February 8th. All items will ship directly to your home, and a shipping fee will be added at checkout. Please allow 2–3 weeks after the store closes for production and delivery! Don’t miss out—click the link below to shop today! Shop Today!  Science and Engineering Fair Get ready for a morning of discovery, creativity, and WOW moments at Sage Oak’s Science & Engineering Fair! Join us in Fullerton on April 10th, as our students proudly showcase their science and engineering projects and families dive into hands-on, teacher-led activities that make learning come alive. This year’s theme, “The Magic of Science: Where Wonder Comes to Life,” celebrates curiosity and imagination—plus, enjoy a special interactive show, The Magic of Science, presented by Mobile Ed Productions that’s sure to amaze learners of all ages. Best of all, students do not need to participate in the competition to join the fun—everyone is welcome! More information and sign-up opportunities are coming soon—we can’t wait to celebrate the magic of science with you! ✨🔬 Informational Sheet  Jumpstart to High School Webinars – Save the Date! 8th-grade families, please save the date(s) for our upcoming Jumpstart to High School Webinars, taking place on the following dates: Monday, February 23, 2026 | 12 –1 PM Friday, March 27, 2026 | 9 – 10 AM Friday, May 1, 2026 | 11 AM – 12 PM These webinars will cover what to expect as 8th-grade students transition from middle school to high school. Attendance is highly recommended for both 8th-grade students and their parents/guardians, and families may choose the date that works best for them. You can find the Zoom link and information below: Zoom Link  Field Trip Tickets Still Available We still have tickets available for these in-person educational experiences. Claim your tickets today! Thursday, March 5, 2026 – Riverside Community Players: Alice in Wonderland Thursday, April 30, 2026 – Creatif Art Studio: Painting Instruction  Riverside- IceTown Riverside Join us for a fun afternoon of Ice Skating at IceTown Riverside on Thursday, February 12th from 2-4 PM. Please see flyer for details. Students must fill out a permission slip and RSVP form to attend. Click the link below to learn more! Fullerton – Fullerton Loop Join us for a fun afternoon for a hike at the Fullerton Loop followed by a sweet treat at Acai Republic on Friday, February 20th from 12 – 3 PM. Please see flyer for details. Students must fill out a permission slip and RSVP form to attend.  Your Voice, Our Future: Join Sage Oak’s AI Listening Tour Sage Oak invites middle and high school students and parents to participate in a Listening Tour on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. These small-group sessions are designed to hear your hopes, concerns, and ideas about AI in a welcoming, judgment-free environment. Feedback gathered will help inform the school’s AI strategic analysis, values alignment, and future policies and practices. Sessions are scheduled for middle and high school students: Monday, February 2nd at 2 PM (Zoom Link) Tuesday, February 3rd at 4 PM (Zoom Link) For middle and high school parents: Wednesday, February 4th at 10 AM (Zoom Link) Thursday, February 5th at 6 PM (Zoom Link) Your voice matters! Join the conversation and help shape the future of learning.  Counseling Connection Newsletter: February Edition We are excited to share the February edition of the PLA TK–8 Counseling Connection Newsletter. – The “Donut Stress the Test” class in March to help students prepare for the CAASPP – Our Quarter 3 parent and student webinars on Executive Functioning skills and our “Coffee with the Counselor” drop-in meeting, all happening this week. Please refer to the newsletter for full details on these exciting topics. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to your PLA School Counselor, Ms. Jenny, at jreider@sageoak.education. February Edition Student Webinar Parent Webinar  Parent Hangouts: Connect with Other Sage Oak Families Wish you could meet other Sage Oak parents in your area? Our Sage Connections Committee (SCC) is thrilled to be hosting their second casual, in-person gatherings where families can connect and build community. The SCC hopes to see you at one of their upcoming parent hangouts! Friday, February 6thCaptain Joseph McConnell Jr. USAF Park (map) in the High Desert at 11 AM Garcia Park (map) in Rancho Cucamonga at 11 AM If there isn’t a parent hangout in your area and you’d like to volunteer to plan and host future events with the SCC, please fill out this form.Please note: These are parent-organized gatherings and are not Sage Oak–sponsored events.  Career Exploration with Pathful All Sage Oak students have access to Pathful directly through their Clever dashboard – a powerful career exploration tool designed to help students start thinking about their future. With Pathful, students can explore detailed career profiles, compare career options side by side, and complete engaging career lessons at their own pace. Pathful also offers grade-level career videos, tools to build a resume and cover letter, and opportunities to join live, pre-scheduled work-based learning sessions led by professionals. Whether students are just beginning to explore interests or want hands-on insight into real careers, Pathful is a great place to start. We encourage our students to check out Pathful on their Clever dashboard. It’s an easy, low-pressure way to explore possibilities and build real-world readiness.  Math in Action. Put Your Skills to the Test! We recently shared grade-level Performance Task samples for English Language Arts to support at-home practice, now it’s time for math! The purpose of math performance tasks is to measure how well students can apply mathematical knowledge and skills in meaningful, real-world or complex situations, not just recall facts or follow a memorized procedure. Click the link below to begin practicing and access scoring guides for each grade level! Learn More  Notify Your Teacher of Upcoming International Trips To protect student privacy and school data, our security systems automatically lock school accounts when they are accessed from outside the United States. This can prevent your student from logging in to their device or school tools during your trip or even after you return home. How you can help: If you plan to travel internationally during upcoming breaks (like Spring Break), please notify your child’s teacher in advance. When we know your travel plans ahead of time, we can: Prevent Account Lockouts: Take proactive steps to ensure your student’s account remains active while abroad. Avoid Disruptions: Ensure your student has seamless access to their learning tools and assignments. Save Time: Eliminate the need for last-minute technical troubleshooting during your trip or upon your return. If your plans change or an unexpected trip arises, please reach out to your teacher as soon as possible so we can support your student’s transition smoothly.  Sage Stage: Launching a Career in Space Technology With Paolo Focardi (CTE Category: Engineering & Architecture) Join us on Friday, February 6th from 9:00-9:45 AM as we tune in to a career at NASA with scientist Paolo Focardi, exploring how a love of science can grow into working on real space missions! Sign Up Today! *Students who enroll will be entered into a raffle for a prize! Students must register by February 5th at 8 AM to be eligible for the raffle and must be present to win. Signing up is not required to attend the Sage Stage session. Questions? Please reach out to oakschool@sageoak.education Register Today Sneak Peek! Zoom Link  Sage Studio Podcast – “A VLA Parent’s Perspective: Dr. Emile Koenig on Sage Oak Education” In this episode of the Sage Studio Podcast, host Tiffiny Webster chats with Dr. Emile Koenig, a VLA parent, about her journey to discovering and choosing Sage Oak for her children’s education. Dr. Koenig, an English professor, shares her rigorous approach in selecting the right program for her children, the benefits of Sage Oak’s Virtual Learning Academy, and her experiences with the PAGE program. Watch Now  Sincerely, Mrs. Chelsey Anema Personalized Learning Academy Principal |
