Happy Thursday Virtual Learning Academy!  Tomorrow is the end of learning period 5 and all semester 1 work is due. Please keep in mind that no work can be submitted past tomorrow, January 26th. Parents, please ensure the learning log is signed tomorrow. Report Cards will be emailed to families in early February.  Please note the important information below and do not hesitate to email virtualacademy@sageoak.education with any questions. We are here for you! |
 Important Upcoming Dates |
| Friday, January 26th: End of 1st Semester and LP5 – Sign Learning LogsMonday, January 29th: Oakschool Quarter 3 Classes BeginFriday, February 2nd: Cultivate and Create Contest DeadlineMonday, February 19th: Presidents’ Day School HolidayFriday, February 13th: End of Learning Period 6Thursday, February 29th: Medieval Times Field Trip – *No live class*Friday, March 1st & 8th: Tk-5th Grade Career FairsThursday, March 7th: Middle School Career Fair & High School Preview DayWednesday, March 13th: Staff Professional Development Day- *No live class*Ongoing: Other Select Field Trip Sign Ups |
 Sage Stage at 9 am on Friday |
 Join us on Friday, January 26th at 9:00 am as we step into the enchanting world of Magical Katrina! Unveil secrets of wonder and amazement as Ms. Katrina mesmerizes us with her spellbinding acts. This stage will run a little longer than usual, until 9:45 am, because Ms. Katrina is going to do magic, teach us magic, and share tips on how to become a successful magician as a career. |
| This Stage is sure to be filled with magic, mystery, and a touch of the extraordinary! Link: https://bit.ly/sageoakstage Passcode: sagestage |
| IMPORTANT Enrollment Update |
| Starting TOMORROW, January 26th, you will receive an email from the Registrar containing instructions to access the enrollment portal. Within this portal, you will see a checklist item – “Intent to Return” for the academic year 2024-2025. For those intending to continue, they are required to select ‘yes,’ sign, date, and submit the form. Please note that you are intending to continue even if you would like to transfer to the Personalized Learning Academy. In the case you answer no, you will be prompted to indicate your drop date and provide the school you are transferring to and the reason for the decision. The deadline for submission is March 15th. |
 Field Trips |
| Our grade level trips, Ontario Clippers night, Huntington Beach service trip, and end-of-the-year social are still available for sign-ups! Check out our comprehensive guide for details on all upcoming trips. Please email events@sagoak.education with any questions. We hope to see you soon! |
 January Assemblies |
| We had a blast celebrating our students for their goal-setting this month! You can check out the recordings below if you weren’t able to attend. For February, we will be focused on kindness! |
 Cultivating Goal Setting |
In this month’s AVID strategy spotlight, we’re emphasizing the importance of goal setting. Encouraging students to generate ideas for their future goals and assisting them in devising plans to achieve those goals are crucial elements for their success. Please click here for a few resources, and a video walkthrough, to support student goal-setting at home. |
 High School Preview Day & Career Fairs |
 We encourage our middle school students to attend the high school preview day and career fair on Thursday, March 7th in Rancho Cucamonga from 10 am-12 pm. This event is free. RSVP here! Tk-5th grade are welcome to join the other career fairs in your area as well! March 1st: Fullerton, Murrieta, Redlands March 8th: Rossmoor, Simi Valley |
 Science & Engineering Fairs |
| While our teachers will have science projects completed in live classes, Sage Oak will be offering two in-person Science & Engineering Fair opportunities for all interested TK-12th grade students on Friday, April 12th in the Fullerton and Upland areas. Check out the Science Fair informational doc and Sage Oak Science & Engineering Fair planning guide and complete the Science & Engineering Fair entry form to enter the competition. All entry forms must be submitted no later than Friday, March 22nd. Upland location: Magnolia Rec Center, North Hall – 651 W. 15th St, Upland, CA 91786Fullerton location: Fullerton Free North Campus, room NC 190 – 2904 Brea Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92835Feel free to hop onto a Science & Engineering Fair Q&A session to get your questions answered!Tuesday, January 30th from 1 pm – 1:45 pm – Join Zoom Meeting |
 Sage News Reminders |
| Check out our school newsletter: Sage News if you didn’t already! Here are the applicable topics for the Virtual Learning Academy that aren’t already included in this newsletter:Sharing your parent voice!Cultivate and Create ContestScience and Engineering FairCounseling CornerSage Studio Podcast and YouTube Channel |
 Pictures of the Week |
| Our SoFi Stadium tour was SO FUN! Check out the amazing time we had below! |
Wishing you all a wonderful rest of your week!  Sincerely, Mrs. Lana Beshara Virtual Learning Academy Principal |
