| Week of March 9, 2026 |
 March Parent Summit Starts Today! We’re excited to share that our March Parent Summit begins today! This weeklong virtual event is designed to help you explore high-quality curriculum options for your children. Sessions run Monday, March 9th through Friday, March 12th, every hour on the hour from 9 AM to 3:45 PM, giving you flexibility to attend the presentations that best fit your family’s needs. Community provider presentations include All About Learning, Singapore Dimensions, Logic of English, Mr. D Math, Tutor.com, and many more. Be sure to review our digital brochure for full session descriptions, presenter details, Zoom links, and planning tools to help you map out your week. Most sessions will be recorded and shared afterward so you can watch presentations you may have missed. We encourage you to join us live whenever possible. This is a fantastic opportunity to discover new resources, connect directly with vendors, and feel confident as you plan for the year ahead. We look forward to seeing you there! Digital Brochure  Order Your 2026-27 Sage Crates with 2025-26 Funds Starting Monday, March 2nd, families can use remaining 2025–26 instructional funds to order Sage Crates for the 2026–27 school year! Sage Crates provide a full year of curriculum in one convenient package, making planning simple and stress-free. Families may choose: Comprehensive Pack – Includes all four core subjects: ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Build Your Own (A La Carte) – Select one option from each core subject to create a customized set. Be sure to order based on your student’s 2026–27 grade level. We encourage families to explore the available options on the Sage Oak website and connect with their teacher for guidance. Ordering early helps you maximize your funds and start the new year prepared and confident! Learn More  Sage Serves – 2 Weeks Left! Don’t forget, there are 2 months left to participate in Sage Serves! This is a wonderful time for students and families to get involved, give back, and complete service hours before the program wraps up on April 30th, 2026. We’re excited to share two upcoming volunteer opportunities where students can make a meaningful impact in their communities: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 – OC United (Fullerton) Join us as we partner with OC United to support local children and families through hands-on service. Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 – Ronald McDonald House (Pasadena) Students and families are invited to serve together at the Pasadena Ronald McDonald House, supporting families staying there during challenging times.  Career Fair Happening This Friday! We’re excited to invite Sage Oak families to be part of our Career Fair this Friday, March 13th, from 10:30 AM – 12 PM! Families are invited to this amazing event! There will be exciting career presentations, fun hands-on activities, and lots of opportunities for students to explore big ideas and future possibilities. It’s going to be a great day! Do you have a cool, interesting, or unique job you’d love to share with our students? This is a great chance to inspire curiosity, spark big dreams, and show kids all the amazing paths their futures can take. If you’re interested in participating, please fill out the form below. We can’t wait to learn from you! Regional Locations Volunteer Survey  Sage Oak Showcase Do you have any friends or family who are interested in learning more about the amazing programs Sage Oak offers? Invite them to attend one of our upcoming Sage Oak Showcases taking place at an Art in the Park near you! They’ll have the chance to get their questions answered while participating in a fun art project or Attendees will have the opportunity to get their questions answered and participate in a fun art project. Friday, March 13th at 10:30 AM – High Desert & Simi Valley Already a Sage Oak student? Register for Art in the Park with the link below. Sage Oak students must register to attend. Register Here Location Details  Science and Engineering Fair Registration Is Open! We are excited to share that Sage Oak’s Science & Engineering Fair is coming up on Friday, April 10th in Fullerton! This year’s theme, “The Magic of Science: Where Wonder Comes to Life,” will feature student projects, hands-on STEM activities, and a live science show by Mobile Ed Productions. Competition participation is optional, and all students are welcome to join the fun. Please start chatting with your students about getting involved and exploring project ideas. An informational sheet is included to help them get started. For full details and registration, please see the link. Learn More  Counseling Corner Our spring 2026 school counseling groups are starting later this month! In Thrive Tribe, students will learn brain skills and relaxation techniques to better manage situations that cause stress, anxiety, and worry. (Grades 1-2, 3-5) In Calm Crew, students will learn how to identify and manage frustration and anger, and apply strategies to regain control and build confidence. (Grades TK-2, 3-5, 6-8) To sign up for our small groups, please click the link below. To schedule an appointment with Ms. Jenny and explore how school counseling can support your child’s academic and emotional growth, please click the link below. Small Groups Sign Up Schedule An Appointment  Purchase Order Deadline Reminder The deadline for submitting all Purchase Order requests is Friday, April 10th before 12 AM. To ensure timely processing, please place your PO requests as soon as possible.  Sage Studio Podcast – “Testing Season Survival: Advice from Education Pros” In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Bethany Burgos, Sage Oak’s Assessment Facilitator, and School Counselor Allie Whalen to share practical tips for navigating testing season and easing student anxiety. The conversation covers the CAASPP, including the Smarter Balanced and California Science assessments. Click the link below to watch now! Watch Now  Sincerely, Mrs. Chelsey Anema Personalized Learning Academy Principal |
