The Classical Academies

Check out our latest podcast episode: Raising Independent Teens Without Overstepping!

As students transition from middle school to the more independent environment of high school, they need to learn to manage responsibilities and solve problems on their own. While parents naturally want to help their children succeed, stepping in too quickly can prevent students from developing confidence, resilience, and accountability. High School Counselor Kennedy Ursua encourages families to shift from “rescuing” students to supporting them through challenges. She recommends allowing students to experience safe failures, asking guiding questions, and encouraging teens to communicate directly with teachers when issues arise. By working together, parents and school counselors can help students build the independence and life skills needed to succeed in high school and beyond.

Listen now! https://ow.ly/b8Jj50Z5OPI

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Join us for the end-of-year Choir Concert on Saturday, May 30th, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at The Village Church in Rancho Santa Fe.

The concert features choir ensembles from 1st grade through high school, along with a classical guitarist, string quartet, accompanist, and student musicians. Suggested donations support venue and event costs, but all are welcome, and no one will be turned away. We hope to see you there! 🎶

Purchase tickets here: https://ow.ly/fA4O50Z4WBm

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us that freedom is never free, and that character, courage, and commitment matter. As you spend time with family and friends, take a moment to reflect, honor, and give thanks.

As we wrap up our Employee Excellence Awards week, we celebrate all of this year’s honorees. Congratulations again to our Teacher of the Year, Classified Employee of the Year, Principal Award recipient, and Impact Award winner. We are grateful for the excellence you bring to our community every day.
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Today’s Employee Excellence Award highlights our Annual Impact Award recipient.

This award recognizes someone whose influence reaches far beyond their role, someone who consistently goes above and beyond to serve others and strengthen our community. Their work reflects a deep commitment to connection, character, and meaningful impact!

Today’s Employee Excellence Award highlights our Annual Impact Award recipient.

This award recognizes someone whose influence reaches far beyond their role, someone who consistently goes above and beyond to serve others and strengthen our community. Their work reflects a deep commitment to connection, character, and meaningful impact!

Looking for practical parenting support and encouragement?

The Parent Institute’s Positive & Proactive Parenting video series offers short, easy-to-watch courses filled with expert advice and helpful strategies to support your child’s learning journey. Watch at your own pace, one section at a time or all in one sitting.
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This week, we celebrate National Charter Schools Week and the families, educators, and students who make school choice possible. Thank you to our incredible teachers, staff, parents, and students for helping create a learning environment where students feel connected, supported, and inspired.

Check out our latest podcast episode: Writing Across the Curriculum.

What if writing wasn't a separate subject, but the foundation for all learning? Julie Walker from the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) unpacks the power of "writing across the curriculum", an approach that moves beyond isolated grammar instruction and weaves writing into every subject. By using history, science, and literature as the foundation for writing, students are able to bypass writer's block and engage in deeper critical thinking and content ownership.

Listen Now!
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