Monday message 03.09.2020
Dear Families,
Did you survive Daylight Saving Time? Some of you may be extra grateful for flexible learning schedules this week as your bodies adjust to new hours!
March is Arts in Education Month and Youth Art Month, and we’re so thrilled to celebrate all of our amazing learner artists, art-based courses, and artistic staff who make iLEAD Online a rich place to embrace the power of art in education. We want to hear from you! If you’ve taken an arts course with us and want to share a piece of your work to be highlighted on our Facebook and Instagram accounts this month, let us know!
Spring is a busy time for schools. In addition to academic courses, we have mandatory spring testing, college and career preparation for juniors and seniors, and the upcoming academic year to work toward. There are multiple opportunities for you to voice your opinion, get involved, and support our program and your child. Please read this week’s message for more information on what we need from you.
As the season changes and the days get longer, we hope you find time to disconnect from your technology devices and find ways to incorporate what you learn in the real world. We also hope you find ways to express your artistic creativity in your course assignments and projects.
Best,
iLEAD Online Leadership
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Upcoming Events
- Mon., 5/27: Closed for Memorial Day
- Tue., 5/28-Tues., 6/4: Showcases of Learning
- Wed., 6/5: Last Day of School
- Fri., 6/7: iLEAD Online Graduation at College of the Canyons, 4 PM
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iLEAD Online Loves the Arts!
We are proud to offer a wide variety of arts education courses. Additionally, our course facilitators have received training and support to implement arts education into their core courses, giving learners the opportunity to express and hone their artistic skills while demonstrating mastery of academic concepts. The following courses in our online catalog focus on … Continue reading “iLEAD Online Loves the Arts!”
Re-enroll by March 20 to Secure Your Spot for 2020/2021!
It’s time to secure your spot for the 2020/2021 school year. You will receive an email from SchoolMint that will prompt you to log in with your SchoolMint account and complete your re-enrollment packet, including an updated proof of residency, the opportunity to let us know if anything has changed, and your Master Agreement for … Continue reading “Re-enroll by March 20 to Secure Your Spot for 2020/2021!”
We Need Your Input!
Planning is underway for the 2020/2021 school year programming. We use the California State Local Control Accountability Plan as a compass to meet our school’s goals for improvement and to offer an excellent educational experience to your child. But we need to hear your voice. There are two ways to provide input this month. Participate … Continue reading “We Need Your Input!”
Mandatory Spring Testing
Dear iLEAD Online Families, It is time to start preparing for the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress and Physical Fitness Test. Each spring, the CAASPP and PFT are given by all public schools, including independent study/homeschool public charters. Participation by all families in this important assessment ensures that we can continue to serve … Continue reading “Mandatory Spring Testing”
College Corner
Attention, All Juniors and Seniors! A Message from Your Counselor All juniors and seniors are required to meet with me at least once before May 1, 2020, to discuss your academic path, your progress toward graduation, and your future plans. I look forward to meeting with you and will be contacting you to set up a … Continue reading “College Corner”
iLEAD Online Explores the Grammy Museum
iLEAD Online kicked off their first field study of the semester at the Grammy Museum. Learners got an opportunity to explore interactive exhibits and learn about the evolution of music. They also got the opportunity to participate in a workshop on how the Civil Rights movement influenced music.
Tip of the Week: The Benefits of Music
“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” ―Plato Music is an essential part of life, and the more time we can find for it, the better off we’ll be. Listening to music can turn that frown upside down, and it can… Decrease stress … Continue reading “Tip of the Week: The Benefits of Music”
Exploring iLEAD Online Culture: Habit 4 of the 7 Habits
Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of articles on the pillars of iLEAD Online’s educational philosophy and approach. You can find more articles by clicking here. “In the long run, if it isn’t a win for both of us, we both lose. That’s why win-win is the only real alternative in interdependent realities.” … Continue reading “Exploring iLEAD Online Culture: Habit 4 of the 7 Habits”
Spring Field Studies
Our updated list of opportunities to connect in person, learn, and collaborate through FUN and exploration is here. Spots are filling up fast, so be sure to review the list and sign up. Field studies are open to all learners who take at least one class through iLEAD Online. SPRING FIELD STUDIES
Life Drawing Class, Learner Review
by Amber Dunstan This is my first quarter taking the Life Drawing Class with Ms. Turnball, and I love it! Art is my absolute favorite elective, so I was super excited about taking this course. I have enjoyed learning new art techniques and drawings that were challenging but fun at the same time. I had … Continue reading “Life Drawing Class, Learner Review”
Things to Do: Walt Disney Archives at Bowers Museum
The Bowers Museum just opened the special exhibit, Inside the “Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic.” Guests will be able to view 400 items that the general public would not usually have access to, including original artwork, sketches, famous costumes, props, and a replica of Walt Disney’s office. This exhibit is appropriate … Continue reading “Things to Do: Walt Disney Archives at Bowers Museum”