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Sage Oak Charter Schools

Sage Oak Charter Schools are unique personalized learning public charter schools offering nonclassroom-based instruction to TK-12th grade students throughout Southern California. We invite you to join the conversation and hear stories of the people, programs, and opportunities that distinguish Sage Oak Charter Schools from the rest! Learn how Sage Oak can benefit you and your student as we explore topics ranging from our school mission, core values, and student learning outcomes, to college, career, parent support, school events, and more! For more information visit www.sageoak.education.

  1. 5일 전

    A Deep Dive into Sage Oak High School

    Back to School at Sage Oak High School: Personalized Learning, CTE Pathways, and Student Life In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster talks with Sage Oak High School Assistant Principal Laura Glaviano and new High School Facilitator Rachel Weisenbach about what students can expect in the high school program. They describe Sage Oak as a flexible learning program.  Laura explains Sage Oak’s six CTE pathways—Child Development, Sports Medicine, Computer Science (including AP Computer Science and new AP Networking/cybersecurity), Entrepreneurship, and Arts, Media & Entertainment (animation, visual arts, photography)—highlighting elective A–G credit, certifications, speakers, mentorship, field trips, and graduation recognition for completing two courses. They also share student social opportunities such as 20+ clubs, trips, hangouts, homecoming, and prom, and encourage families to use the website, EAs, Sage News, and to start by trying one activity. 00:00 Welcome and Guests 00:53 Meet Laura and Rachel 02:31 What Sage Oak High School Is 03:38 A Day in the Life 06:11 CTE Pathways Overview 08:47 All Six Pathways 11:12 CTE Benefits and Outcomes 13:04 Field Trips and Engagement 14:50 Clubs and Social Life 16:53 Final Thoughts and Resources 18:26 Closing Goodbye For more information visit www.sagoak.education Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed.  We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below.  Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California.  Visit sageoak.education for more information. Sage Oak Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

  2. 5일 전

    Back to School 2026 with Personalized Learning Academy's Kiley Duncan

    Back-to-School with Sage Oak’s Personalized Learning Academy: Flexibility, Support, OakSchool, Sage Crates, and Events In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes back Personalized Learning Academy (PLA) Assistant Principal Kiley Duncan, who shares how PLA serves TK–8 as a flexible independent study program built on strong parent involvement and partnership with a credentialed teacher who helps create individualized learning plans, select curriculum, plan field trips, and provide accountability. Kiley discusses strategies for families with multiple children, including combining subjects, using classes to balance the day, and maintaining a schedule and dedicated learning space. She highlights OakSchool’s expanding live and asynchronous offerings, including more core classes and a new performing arts-focused art teacher, and introduces Sage Crates as vetted, curated curriculum bundles for families who want a one-stop option. They preview field trips, four socials (including living history, career fair, and end-of-year events), new locations, and recommend Sage News and the website for updates and enrollment. 00:00 Welcome Back 00:39 Meet Kiley Duncan 01:15 What Is PLA 01:56 Flexibility And Fit 02:50 Multiple Kids Scheduling 05:04 OakSchool Classes 06:55 Sage Crates Explained 08:41 Field Trips Highlights 11:21 Socials And Community 12:15 Staying In The Loop 13:25 Enrollment Info 14:04 Final Encouragement 15:26 Closing Thanks For more information visit www.sagoak.education Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed.  We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below.  Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California.  Visit sageoak.education for more information. Sage Oak Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

  3. 5일 전

    Virtual Learning Academy: What's New for 2026

    Back to School at Sage Oak’s Virtual Learning Academy (2026–2027) with Assistant Principal Mary Hizon-Barry In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster talks with Virtual Learning Academy assistant principal Mary Hizon-Barry about back to school for the 2026/2027 year, including expanded paraprofessional support across all grade levels five days a week, targeted small-group help in math and writing, and how VLA combines live, interactive Zoom classes with asynchronous work on Canvas that requires active parent partnership. Mary shares the return of monthly whole-school field trips based on parent feedback, plus ongoing in-person socials to build community. She explains how AVID strategies are embedded to build organization, critical thinking, collaboration, and college/career readiness. The episode also highlights career exploration through field trips, assemblies, teacher discussions, middle school use of the Pathful platform, and student informational interviews with family networks, along with weekly Sage News and class newsletters sent Mondays. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:36 Meet Assistant Principal Mary 01:31 New Year Updates and Support 02:56 How Virtual Classes Work 04:50 Office Hours and Extra Help 05:38 Field Trips and Socials 06:55 AVID Skills Framework 08:37 Career Readiness for All Ages 12:16 Weekly Updates and Kickoff Events 14:23 Enrollment Info and Closing For more information visit www.sagoak.education Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed.  We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below.  Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California.  Visit sageoak.education for more information. Sage Oak Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

  4. 8월 7일

    Exploring Bright Minds: The PAGE Program in Action

    Students Share PAGE Enrichment: National Park Design, Future Problem Solving, Speakers, and Escape Rooms In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by PAGE advisor Amy Elwood and students Adi Prabhakar, Ada Torres, and Leanna to discuss the PAGE (Program for Advanced and Gifted Education) enrichment program for gifted and high-achieving students. Adi shares a national park design challenge where he researched a park, created a visitor experience, and used AI-generated images, emphasizing learning through iterative ideas and imagination. Ada and Leanna describe Future Problem Solving training and a state-level competition requiring a six-step method, research, and rapid problem analysis and solution-building around a new scenario. The group also highlights PAGE guest speakers (authors and an oceanographer), team-based escape rooms that build perseverance and collaboration, and optional in-person/online opportunities such as field trips. Amy explains PAGE’s goal to “ignite and inspire,” and offers guidance on joining by contacting a teacher or requesting assessment. 00:00 Welcome and Guests 00:54 What Is PAGE 01:21 Meet the Students 02:24 National Park Design 04:54 Creative Process Lessons 07:05 Future Problem Solving 08:51 State Competition Format 11:21 Guest Speaker Series 15:07 Ignite and Inspire Goals 16:09 Escape Room Challenges 18:56 How PAGE Works 19:46 How to Join PAGE 20:05 Student Advice and Field Trips 22:20 Final Thanks and Wrap Up For more information visit www.sagoak.education Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed.  We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below.  Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California.  Visit sageoak.education for more information. Sage Oak Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

  5. 6월 16일

    Sage Oak Honors: Award-Winning Graduates of 2026

    Celebrating Sage Oak Graduates: Graduation Speaker Alina and Superintendent’s Award Recipients Logan and Emilee In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster interviews three Sage Oak High School Class of 2026 graduates. Alina shares how she was selected as a graduation speaker based on Sage Oak’s core values, discusses her 4.0+ GPA, early graduation at 17, and long-term library volunteering that inspired her speech about looking beyond current expectations to find new opportunities; she also outlines plans to finish community college with three associate’s degrees before transferring to study criminology and forensic psychology with the goal of working for the FBI. Superintendent’s Award recipients Logan and Emilee discuss excelling in academics and service: Logan describes intensive AP coursework, study strategies, gymnastics leadership, and plans for UCSD computer engineering and AI for biotech, while Emilee describes dual enrollment success, balancing work with rest, service as an animation class teacher’s assistant, and plans to transfer to Cal State Fullerton for animation and pursue 3D character animation for video games. 00:00 Welcome and Guests 00:57 Alina Graduation Speaker 02:37 Service Inspires Speech 05:28 Alina Future Plans 07:34 Logan Award Intro 09:35 Logan Study Systems 13:53 Logan Service and Goals 16:17 Emilee Dual Enrollment 18:57 Emilee Service and Animation 22:13 Final Congrats and Wrap For more information on enrolling in Sage Oak visit our website www.sageoak.education Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed.  We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below.  Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California.  Visit sageoak.education for more information. Sage Oak Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

  6. 6월 9일

    Award-Winning Work Culture: Why Sage Oak Stands Out

    Why New Hires Choose Sage Oak: Work-Life Balance, Support, and Innovation In this episode, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes new Sage Oak hires Savannah Wheeler (5th grade virtual academy teacher), Elizabeth Metcalf (personalized learning academy teacher), and Codi Dauz (events management) following Sage Oak’s Energage Top Workplace for Education award. Each shares their path to Sage Oak—often via referrals from friends, family, or neighbors—and highlights motivations such as flexibility, manageable workload, supportive leadership, and being valued as individuals. Savannah describes moving from a sales background into teaching, praising Sage Oak’s technology, rapid feedback cycles, and leadership responsiveness to teacher mental health. Elizabeth, a former brick-and-mortar teacher, emphasizes work-life balance, regular surveys, and meaningful one-on-one time with students and families. Codi discusses leaving long event-industry hours for a family-supportive role planning field trips, noting strong team culture, cross-department collaboration, and innovation focused on students and families. Guests close with advice encouraging nontraditional paths, positive work environments, and taking leaps into new teaching models. 00:00 Welcome and Guests 01:03 Savannah Career Switch 02:54 Codi Events to Education 05:27 Elizabeth Return to Teaching 06:40 Why Sage Oak Stands Out 07:13 Savannah Loves Tech Support 08:50 Elizabeth Support and Students 10:30 Codi Team Culture Innovation 13:26 Advice for Career Changers 15:52 Final Thanks and Wrap For more information on applying for a position at Sage Oak visit our website www.sageoak.education Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed.  We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below.  Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California.  Visit sageoak.education for more information. Sage Oak Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

  7. 5월 21일

    Exploring Leadership: Inside Sage Oak ASB

    Inside Sage Oak High School ASB: Leadership, Hangouts, Travel, and Student Passion Projects In this episode, Host Tiffiny Webster welcomes ASB advisor Danny Levin and students Izzy Dyer, Ava Mendes, and Ezra Williams to explain Sage Oak High School’s ASB student council program. They describe ASB as an A–G elective meeting weekly that builds leadership, community, and 21st-century skills through committees, school spirit, and major events like hangouts, homecoming, prom, and grad night. Danny outlines in-person and virtual activities plus travel opportunities including Catalina, Pali, a Sacramento day trip with UC Davis and the State Capitol, and an East Coast spring break trip; he also highlights the CASL state leadership conference. Students share passion projects such as an art showcase/open mic, extensive volunteering, and an anti-child sex trafficking awareness initiative. They discuss recognition for multi-year participation and how to join via an educational advisor and start-of-year beach party. 00:00 Sage Studio Podcast – Sage Oak ASB 00:15 Welcome & Introductions 02:42 What is ASB? 04:09 Travel & Field Trips 07:47 Passion Projects 15:32 Homecoming, Prom & Events 20:22 How to Get Involved in ASB For more information on High School enrollment visit our website www.sageoak.education Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed.  We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below.  Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California.  Visit sageoak.education for more information. Sage Oak Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

  8. 4월 30일

    Exploring Trade School Opportunities for High School Students

    Trade School Pathways for High School Students with Counselor Coral Prendergast Host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Sage Oak High School counselor Coral Prendergast to discuss growing student interest in trade school pathway. Coral highlights common trade careers such as electrician, welder, construction, cosmetology, firefighter, and EMT, often available affordably through community colleges. She walks through a Trade School Resource Hub she and a team created, including a recorded parent webinar, community-college program search tools by career or by school, and industry-sector tabs with descriptions, certifications students can pursue in high school, and county-based listings of community colleges and private trade programs with cost, length, and links. They emphasize dual enrollment, early exploration starting in 9th grade, and how families can access the resources and schedule counseling support. 00:00 Welcome and Topic 00:50 Meet Counselor Coral 01:34 Why Trades Now 02:38 Popular Trade Careers 03:21 Choosing a Path 04:14 Trade Resource Hub 04:54 Community College Search 07:47 Industry Sectors and Costs 10:18 Where to Access Links 11:27 Start Exploring Early 13:07 Family Feedback and Impact 14:11 Wrap Up and Next Steps For more information on High School enrollment visit our website www.sageoak.education Trade School Resources from Coal Prendergast cprendergast@sageoak.education https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IITnOtBM6JGFE7cfx4Vz1uWpJGP6ciHArPMW-q-280c/edit?tab=t.lncsc5lxygwq#heading=h.rafbmwg9wtcx https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vmoS1NLdPkWJgRgrGfafreLH19AAzlA2sMuGsynDgYY/edit?slide=id.p1#slide=id.p1 Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed.  We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below.  Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California.  Visit sageoak.education for more information. Sage Oak Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

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Sage Oak Charter Schools are unique personalized learning public charter schools offering nonclassroom-based instruction to TK-12th grade students throughout Southern California. We invite you to join the conversation and hear stories of the people, programs, and opportunities that distinguish Sage Oak Charter Schools from the rest! Learn how Sage Oak can benefit you and your student as we explore topics ranging from our school mission, core values, and student learning outcomes, to college, career, parent support, school events, and more! For more information visit www.sageoak.education.