Category: Monday Message

Hey learners, you’re invited to support iLEAD Aerospace Projects and enter the 2019 DreamUp Mission Patch Design Competition. Check out the flier below, and ask your facilitator for more details or email sara.brown@ileadschools.org.  

(Please see the school calendar for more information and pacing guide for more information) November 16th: End of the learning period. Full-time learners will meet with their Coach before this date. November 19th-23rd: Fall Break. Facilitators are on break; however, PowerSchool remains open for learners to complete coursework, if desired. November 30th: All work for learners … Continue reading “Upcoming Events”

Dear Families, Happy November! For many of our learners, we are entering into the final stretch of the semester. Learners who need support should reach out directly to their facilitator ASAP. Our facilitators have training on flexibility, providing alternatives, and working with learners on strategies for success. And as always, we love to hear from … Continue reading “Message from the iLEAD Online Team”

Elementary and middle school learners, this is the start of Week 3 for Quarter 2. Remember to reach out to your Facilitators or Academic Coach if you have any questions. We’re all here to help you succeed. High School learners, this is the start of Week 12. We are really starting to get down … Continue reading “Coach’s Corner”

It’s election season. Most of our learners are not yet 18; however, practicing and participating in civics is still possible! The YMCA offers a fantastic youth government program. Interested? Click HERE. Interested in receiving some high school credit for participating? Email Allison to brainstorm!

Scanning artwork, hand-written papers, documents, and photos can come in handy when communicating with instructors and others. There is no need to purchase a scanner, because you can use an app on your phone. We have tested CamScanner and found it to be user-friendly. If you can take a photo with your phone (android or … Continue reading “Tip of the Week: Scanning for Options”

Smorgasburg LA is now open every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through December 23. This five-acre site is filled with food and shopping vendors; there are also a variety of pop-up events. Parking is available nearby in a garage. There is no fee to enter the event, located at ROW DTLA, 777 Alameda … Continue reading “Things to Do: Smorgasburg LA”

A touch of winter arrives in Santa Monica every winter when an 8,000-square-foot ice skating rink is created downtown. Skating lessons are available, and there are also party options for special occasions. Where: Downtown Santa Monica (Fifth and Arizona) When: November 3 through January 21 Cost: $15 for an all-day pass and skates Hours: M-TH … Continue reading “Things to Do: Ice Skating in Santa Monica”

A Chance for Teens to Share Experiences Families are diverse, and so are the teenage members of those families. This is a gathering for teens who have a personal experience with adoption, third-party reproduction, or foster care. They will have a chance to share stories and learn from each other in a safe environment. When: Nov. … Continue reading “Things to Do: Share Experiences”

(Please see the school calendar for more information and pacing guide for more information) October 30th: Parent University. Join us at 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. for a chance to connect with other parents and receive tips and tricks to support an online learner. November 16th: End of the learning period. Full-time learners will meet with … Continue reading “Upcoming Events”