Monday Message for January 13, 2019
Upcoming Events
Monday & Tuesday, Jan. 14-15: Hearing and Vision Screenings
Monday, Jan. 21: No School in observance of MLK Jr. Day
Monday-Friday, Jan. 21-25: National School Choice Week
Friday, Jan. 25: Food Pantry available on campus 12-1 p.m.
Health Screenings
We are holding vision and hearing screenings for learners in Kinder, 2nd, 5th, and 8th grade on Monday, Jan 14th, and Tuesday, Jan 15th. Scoliosis screenings will also be conducted for 7th grade girls and 8th grade boys. More information to come later this week as it becomes available.
Monday, Jan. 14th: Vision & Scoliosis Screenings
Tuesday, Jan. 15th: Audio/Hearing Screenings
Registrar’s Corner
Hi iLEAD Lancaster Families!
Welcome to the Registrar’s Corner! My name is Brittany Ward, and I am the Registrar at iLEAD Lancaster. I am excited to share with you the many wonderful resources available here at iLEAD Lancaster.
Did you know that there are a number of ways to clear your child’s absence(s)?
- Call the Front Office at (661) 722-4287
- Click here to report it
- Email me at Brittany.Ward@ileadlancaster.org
- Leave a note to the Front Office. The note can be written by you or by a doctor.
Many of our families also utilize Short Term Independent Study (STIS). STIS is utilized when your child will be out of school for 3-10 consecutive school days. STIS is requested by the parent to me. I collect work from the Facilitator(s) for your child to complete while out of school, and the work is turned back in to me upon your child’s return. When STIS is utilized, the absences don’t count against your child AND they stay caught up on their classwork! That’s a Win-Win!
I look forward to sharing more useful knowledge with you in the weeks to come. Make sure to check your Monday Message every week for updates, resources, and information!
It’s ROP Time!
The first semester has concluded, and K-5 ROPs were shared with parents and guardians (grades 6-8 are still being worked on). Any questions you have or clarifications you may need can be addressed with your learner’s facilitator. Requests for a printed copy may be submitted to the front office.
What is a ROP, you ask? It is a Report of Progress (iLEAD’s equivalent of a report card) for learners. Facilitators will send parents/guardians an invitation to Novare, where you can view, download, and print your learner’s ROP. You will need to create an account once you receive the invitation. It’s quick and simple! ROPs are truly valuable in that they are more that just a score. They tell you the personal learning story regarding the academic and social/emotional progress for your child.
Academic Progress is noted for the following subjects:
- Language Arts
- Math
- Science
- Social Studies
- Exploratory Learning
Social Emotional Growth is shared through assessing the following character strengths, skills, and mindset:
- Curiosity
- Optimism
- Grit
- Purpose
- Self-Control (Intrapersonal)
- Social Intelligence
- Self-Control (Interpersonal)
- Gratitude
- Zest
- Growth Mindset
Any questions or clarifications may be addressed with your learner’s facilitator. Requests for a printed copy may be submitted to the Front Office.
A Few Reminders
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iSupport: Get involved and help make change! Join iLEAD’s version of PTA. We need you! Click to learn more.
We Need Volunteers
Are you interested in learning how to positively impact our school community by volunteering to booth at outreach events? If you LOVE iLEAD, please email kristan.vanhouten@ileadschools.org.
Books for All!
Many of our learners received their first book thanks to Ms.Taleen’s efforts and donations already received. Your child will continue to receive a free book every month, but we need your support. Our goal is to keep this program alive and thriving so that ALL of our learners receive one free book every month.
The following message is brought to you by our Reading Specialist Mrs.Taleen Stevens:
“Hi, friends! It is my DREAM to get a new book in the hands of each student at my school each month. For $10, you can sponsor a learner at my school, and he or she will get a new book every month for a year! I will personally be donating some money from my Sips and Giggles Studio profits, but to reach my goal and make my dream come true, I created a GoFundMe.
Please donate if you can, share if you want, and support us on our journey to inspire EVERY child to love to learn.”
Click here and Donate a new book to a child, every month.
After donating, you may leave a comment stating you are a parent of an iLEAD Learner.
Food Pantry Friday This Month
One Love Food Ministry is here to help iLEAD families in need with a food pantry (fruits, vegetables, dry goods, canned goods, turkeys), Friday, Jan. 25, from 12-1 p.m. at iLEAD Lancaster in the playspace area.
One Love Food Ministry is fully self-supporting through the generosity of a wide range of donors and the dedicated services of many volunteers, meeting each need with love and dignity. “We love to support non-profit organizations throughout the Antelope Valley!”
Call today to see how we can help each other help others! Call Roberto Briseno at (661) 349-3063 or Bonnie L. Goins at (661) 839-4935.
Early Arrivals
If your learners arrive before or at 7:45 a.m., they should either be eating breakfast or be signed up with Champions (click here) for before-school care. Learner arrival time is 8 a.m.
Let Us Know What You Think!
Do you LOVE your school? Have you had a fun experience with a staff member? Has someone left a positive impression on you or your learner? Visit this link to leave us a great review so more people know how your family fits within our iLEAD community.
Spotlight a Learner
Do you have a learner who is shining in their community? Email mm.avregion@ileadschools.org with their school name and what they are doing to make a difference. We want to share with our school community the difference-makers on our campus!
Enrollment for 2018-2019
Enrollment for the 2018-2019 school year is open online HERE and in the office. If you are a prospective family or are currently on our waitlist, please fill out the 2018-2019 intent to enroll to be added to our 2018-2019 waitlist.
Intent to Enroll forms for the 2019-2020 school year will be available online and in the office by January 8, 2019. All forms received between January 8th and April 3rd will be included in our Lottery on April 5th.
Exploration – Home School: Lancaster Park Day
Join us for iLEAD Exploration Lancaster Park Day, Tuesday, January 29, from 11 a.m. to noon at George Lane Park,
5520 W Ave L8 in Quartz Hill.
This is an opportunity for parents to connect with other homeschool parents in a informal, relaxing setting while learners build friendships through play and interaction!
Feel free to bring your favorite outdoor sports equipment (soccer ball, football, etc…) for some fun “learner-led” games!
RSVP with your EF.
2019 Park Day Schedule- (Tuesdays 11 a.m. to noon, and same location): Feb. 26; March 26; April 9; May 14; June 11.
Exploration – Home School: Coffee Connections
Join us every 4th Wednesday of each month for homeschool Coffee Connections. Whether you are a “homeschool veteran” or “brand new” to homeschooling, collaboration is the key to success!
Date: Wednesday, January 23
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Location: In the Village at iLEAD: 254 E. Ave.K-4, Lancaster, CA 93535
Come for an informal gathering over coffee and make connections with other homeschooling parents! This is a time for parents to get some homeschooling ideas and build a support system. Networking is a powerful resource tool, so bring your notepad and get ready to learn & connect!
Please RSVP to your Educational Facilitator with the total number of adults and children (if childcare is needed). Hope to see you there!
Exploration – Home School: Family Facebook Page
We have created a NEW Facebook community page that we can use as a POSITIVE and HELPFUL communication source! This is a closed and secure group and will have regular posts of new updates and happenings in the homeschool world. You can also reach out to other parents for fun curriculum ideas, community activities, and whatever else is related to making your learners’ learning experience as fantastic as possible! We want you to stay current with the latest information while building community. Just another great resource to add to your “teacher toolbox!”
If you are interested, use your Facebook account and just type in “iLEAD Lancaster Exploration Families” in the search bar to request to join, and an iLEAD staff member will approve you. It’s that easy!
Exploration – Home School: Mad Science
The Mad Science
Tuesdays: Through Jan. 15, 3-4 p.m. in the Holodeck.
Thursdays: Through Jan. 17, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Holodeck.
Once you register with the vendor directly to see if a spot is available, you will then need to submit a VCI order request form to your EF.
Exploration – Home School: MAP Testing
We are excited to announce that fall MAP testing is underway. This assessment is free to all our families and provides a detailed report on your learner’s progress in dozens of sub-categories in reading, writing, and math. The test is taken from the comfort of your home at a time convenient for you and your EF. You can explore the test and how to use the results on the NWEA website here. Contact your EF to sign up!
Exploration – Home School: New Studio Classes & Tutoring
Studio classes are offered to home study learners exclusively to explore a variety of academic topics! We will start each 6-week session with a thematic topic and guide the learners to explore multiple aspects of it. This will include a fun activity, a group discussion, and individual guidance from the Educational Facilitator (EF). During each session, EFs will provide materials, mini-lessons, activities, guidance, and expertise on an as-needed basis to support each learner with their thematic project. Parents will be updated on how they can support at home, if needed. By the end of each session, the learners who engage with the available resources will provide evidence of their growth that is related to an authentic experience!
Cost: Studio Class prices have been discounted to only $75 each per 6-week session.
Need Tutoring Help?
Sign up for any 5th-8th grade tutoring session and work one-on-one or in a small group with a qualified, credentialed teacher. This is a great way to complete work samples to turn into your EF at your monthly Learning Period (LP) meetings. Use your school stipend to cover the individual tutor sessions at only $13 for 1 ½ hours each or sign up for all five sessions for $65. Space is limited, so sign up now to reserve your spot. Be sure to bring all needed supplies and homework with you!
Studio classes are offered every Wednesday from 10-11:30 a.m. on the following 6-week session schedule:
Session #3: January 16 – February 20
TUTORING: February 27
Sesson #4: March 6 – April 10
TUTORING: April 24
Session #5: May 1 – June 5
TUTORING: June 12
All sessions include an optional Lunch Alive! period from 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
To sign up, submit your VCI order request form to your EF and indicate the Session # and/ or Tutoring dates.
Exploration – Home School: Blended Classes
Mix and Match! Sign up for both the Studio Experience and/or blended classes. Blended classes are individual, 30-minute sessions that are not designed as a “drop-off” day. Classes are held in on-campus classrooms by grade level and are integrated with both on-campus and home-study learners. This gives learners the opportunity to gradually build stronger social skills as they interact with their peers during short collaborative sessions.
Classes are only $45 each per 9-week rotation schedule:
OCTOBER 29 – JANUARY 25
JANUARY 28 – MARCH 29
APRIL 1 – JUNE 14th
Ask your EF for specific dates/times offered by grade level class, then submit your request for any of the following blended class options:
- Musical Theater
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- Art
- P.E.
- Exploratorium (Computers)
- Makery (Woodshop)
Exploration – Home School: Rockin’ Jump
Attention all homeschoolers! Rockin’ Jump has a special discounted Jump Time just for YOU! Every Thursday afternoon from 12-3 p.m. we invite our homeschool families to jump for only $10 per child for up to 3 hours! You may purchase tickets at the door or online by clicking here. Rockin’ Jump is located at 1301 W Rancho Vista Blvd Unit B, Palmdale.
