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Monday, March 28th, 2022
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Information and Updates
🚩 Sibling & New Enrollment for 2022-2023 🚩
Sibling and New Enrollment for 2022-2023
• On April 1, 2022, open enrollment for siblings and new enrollments begin on our CPA Website.
• Open enrollment closes at 11:59pm on April 30, 2022.
• New sibling enrollments must be entered between April 1st-30th to receive sibling preference in the lottery.
• New enrollment applications submitted beginning May 1, 2022, will be placed on the 2022-2023 waitlist, below our waitlisted lottery entries
• If the number of interested families exceeds the spots available, a lottery will be held in May. More details can be found on our website.
Currently Enrolled Families: Letter of Intent to Return for 2022-2023 School Year
• The letter of intent to return for the 2022-2023 school year will be sent out via email to all currently enrolled families on the morning of April 1, 2022.
• All students must submit their Letter of Intent by April 30, 2022, to indicate whether or not they intend to return for the 2022-23 school year.
• Families will need to know their student's District ID when completing the Letter of Intent form. This is the 5-6 digit number in your child's Homeschool Hub account, STAR 360 username and school-issued email address. The HST name and email will be a dropdown field. Please reach out to your HST if you need help gathering this information or need a new letter of intent link sent to you.
If you know someone interested in homeschooling with Cabrillo Point Academy, please have them reach out to our Family Liaisons Maria Ramirez, (Special Programs) Family Liaison at (949) 386-9070 or Yvonne Kahlen, Family Liaison at (657) 464-5613
Coffee Chat With Cabrillo Point Academy
We would like to invite you to a coffee chat with Cabrillo Point Academy on Friday, April 1st, 2022 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am.
You can join us by using this link here
2022-2023 School Calendar
Planning Amounts Increase $200!
We're excited to announce that planning amounts will increase by $200 for the 2022/2023 school year!
TK - 8th: $2,800
High School: $3,000
Prom: It's Disco Time - SOLID GOLD!
Join your fellow High School classmates for this year's prom. Prom tickets include entrance to the event, dinner, drinks, and headphone rental for our "silent disco" entertainment.
Students may bring one guest between the ages of 14-20. All guests must have a valid picture ID and will be required to complete a guest form prior to attending. Tickets are limited and the event is open to all three South Schools (Mission Vista, Pacific Coast, and Cabrillo Point) so be sure to get your ticket today!
NOTE: Prom tickets cannot be purchased with planning amounts (enrichment funds).
Prom is live on the field trip site and open to students in grades 9-12. Here is the link to purchase tickets and here is the flyer.
When: Friday, May 6th from 7 - 11 pm
Where: Edwards Mansion, Redlands, CA.
Price: $95/person
High School Graduation!
8th Grade Promotion!
We are excited to celebrate all the hard work and dedication with you and your 8th grader! We are having an in person ceremony to celebrate with you on May 24, at 4pm. The ceremony will be held at Pearson Amphitheater in Anaheim, California. If your student would like to participate in the graduation ceremony, please complete this survey. The deadline to complete the survey is midnight on April 8th. Please reach out to your HST if you have any questions.
The South Schools TK-8 Curriculum Showcase Virtual Roadshow!
The South Schools' Family Liaisons are teaming together to bring our families 'Themed Curriculum Weeks!' Each week has its theme; All-In-One Curriculum, Language Arts, Math, History, Science, and Subscription Kits.
Each themed week starts with a Curriculum Showcase hosted by your Family Liaisons. Following the Liaison Presentation, we will have webinars with curriculum companies to share more about their products all based on that week's theme! This is your chance to chat Live with us and curriculum reps from the comfort of your home.
Find all the details, including links to the Liaison-hosted Curriculum Showcases and individual curriculum webinars HERE.
We hope you join us!
School Opportunities
Congratulations to our OCSEF Finalists!
We would also like to congratulate our winners. Out of the hundreds of students that participated in the OCSEF competition from schools all over Orange County, three of our students won special recognition! Scroll down to read more about our amazing students, their world changing projects and the distinctions they earned.
For more details on our student's OCSEF science projects, click here.
Jason - 9th Grade
Distinction Earned: First Place
Project: The I See Headset: Providing Spatial Awareness for those Unable to See
Jason created a headset for people suffering with blindness or limited eyesight that can read, identify objects and sense surroundings and then relate that information verbally to the person wearing the headset. We are so excited by Jason's project! It seems the judges at OCSEF were too, since Jason got 1st place in his division! Jason will now go on to represent Cabrillo Point Academy at the state competition! Please join us in congratulating him and wishing him luck at the state competition!
Aria - 10th Grade
Distinction Earned: Honorable Mention
Project: From Brine to Beverage: Solar-Powered Salt Removal
Drought is an ongoing threat to Southern California. Using readily available ocean water and then desalinating it is a wonderful solution. This is the basis for Aria's science fair project. He even used a clean, accessible energy source: solar power. OCSEF awarded Honorable Mention to Aria's project! It should be noted that for Aria's division, he was the only student to get any sort of recognition. We're impressed too, Aria!
Sebastian - 7th Grade
Distinction Earned: Honorable Mention & Award from the Energy Coalition
Project: Corn Husk Boxes
Sebastian came up with a wonderful idea to use corn husks to replace cardboard boxes thereby reducing both pollution and deforestation. This innovative idea earned Sebastian Honorable Mention in his division! Sebastian also received an award from the Energy Coalition! Maybe he should get in touch with Amazon. Great job Sebastian!
Wrapping up Science Month
This Week's Science Experiment: Spaghetti & Marshmallow.
We hope you have been enjoying Science Month with Cabrillo Point Academy! For our last week we have a great Engineering Challenge: Build a Spaghetti Tower using 20 pieces of uncooked spaghetti, 1 large marshmallow and 1 meter of tape! It's much harder than you think!
As an added bonus, we're including the following Ted Talk video which reveals some surprising results regarding which teams did better with this challenge.
Click on the button below to get step-by-step instructions. Grab the materials listed, follow the directions and have fun!
Please be sure to take pictures and share them with us on our Facebook and Instagram pages! We LOVE to see our students learning and having fun!
Kicking off a Month of Art in April
Virtual Art Fair 2022: Art Speaks!
Please join Cabrillo Point Academy's Virtual Art Fair 2022! Click on the flyer below for details.
Volunteer Opportunity - March 31st
Parents on Course
Community Connections
Park Day!
Upcoming Park Day- Apr 29, 2022
10:30-12:30 p.m.
We will be focusing on giving back in April!
Come to the park to make a dog toy to donate to a local animal shelter. If you’d like to bring other pet items to donate, we will have a box for that as well.
Virtual Clubs
Community Connections:
CPA Community Connections Virtual Club Calendar 21-22-click here
Below is our schedule for the week of 3/28/22. PLEASE USE BELOW LINK to enter our updated CLUB HUB and Virtual Club calendar to see what is upcoming.
At the bottom of the calendar, you will find tabs with the clubs listed. Click on the tab you are interested in to find out what is being taught and if there are any materials needed.
If you have any questions, please contact your HST or Michelle Eschenburg michelle.eschenburg@cabrillopointacademy.org
***PLEASE NOTE*** Our Virtual Clubs will be pared down during the month of March to allow our students and teachers time to focus on our CAASSP testing. We will be offering a schedule below:
Regular Virtual Club schedule will resume when we return from Spring Break- if you have any questions or concerns, please contact Michelle.eschenburg@cabrillopointacademy.org
We have Math Bingo, Testing Brain Breaks, Hungry Caterpillar, Go Noodle Fitness and Directing Drawing lessons happening this week!
High School
Virtual College Tours
Join us for the 2022 Virtual College & Career, High School Fair on Thursday, April 21st from 5 - 7 pm, all from the comfort of your own home. Hear from Colleges and Career Professionals, learn about Financial Aid, Concurrent Enrollment, ChoicePlus Academy and other high school programs and options from our High School Team.
When: Thursday, April 21, 2022, from 5 - 7 pm
Where: https://cabrillopointacademy-org.zoom.us/j/85904249835
HS Information Sessions:
If you have a student who is an incoming high schooler and missed our HS Information sessions, the recording is here and the slide deck is here!
HS Curriculum Roadshow:
If you missed our Curriculum Roadshow for high school, the recording is here and the slide deck is here!
Semester 2 College Tours (UPDATED)
We are organizing college tours for semester 2. Please see the flier to share with interested students. We will be updating throughout the semester.
High School/Middle School Hangouts
Ask A Highschooler: Come join HS/MS Hangouts as we have current High Schoolers present and answer questions. We will have current students explain Choice Plus Academy, Edgenuity, CTE, Outlines, concurrent enrollment, and more! A counselor will be available to for any questions. Please mark your calendars for April 6 at 3 pm and fill out the survey here or on the flier to be sent the zoom link. Flier HERE
April MS/HS Hangouts Book Club: Come join us for our April Book Club. See which book and details HERE. Sign up on our interest list HERE to be sent the link the day of book club.
Student Support/Interventions
Mindset Monday
Please join us for our next Mindset Monday on Monday, April 4th. We will read "Horton Hatches the Egg" and focus on Identifying problems, Analyzing Situations, Solving Problems, and Reflection, key skills for our 5th SEL competency - Responsible Decision-Making.
Please sign your student(s) up by Friday, April 1st to hold their spot.
Time: 10:00-10:45am on April 4th - please sign up here.
We will email you the Zoom link Friday afternoon.
Writing Office Hours
Do you have questions about writing?
We have answers!
Writing Office Hours with Ms. Davidson
Tuesdays from 11:00 - 12:00
Students can sign up for an appointment at
SEL - Growth Mindset
Join Ms. Lindsey this week for 30 minutes to discuss how to Find Different Solutions! Socialize with other students to build social skills, communication skills and make new friends. No registration required. Join using this link.
Join Ms. Lindsey this week for 30 minutes to understand Why Conflict Escalates! Socialize with other students to build social skills, communication skills and make new friends. No registration required. Join using this link.
Testing
CAASPP - CAASPP testing is going great! We’ve already had over 33% of our eligible students complete these assessments and we’re just getting started. We’re getting great feedback from our families who love the testing remotely option. Letting their children test in their homes, wearing PJs at the dining room table has really lowered the pressure. However, if your child would like to test in person with their HST we can do as well. Just reach out to them and they will be happy to work with you. We want this to be a pleasant experience for your child. Learning this life skill can open up so many opportunities for your child’s future. Have questions? Feel free to reach out to your HST or testing@cabrillopointacademy.org.
CPA has a website designed especially for our parents that talks about all the assessments we give throughout the year.
Enrichment
Please be aware of these important, upcoming dates!
April 15th - Last day to request product and service orders through Homeschool Hub
April 28th - Last day to check materials out of the library
May 26th - All library items must be returned to the library
May 28th - July 14th - Homeschool Hub down over the summer break
July 15th - Planning amounts available for returning students
August 2nd - Library reopens for checkouts for the 2022/23 school year!
CPA Enrichment Timeline - English
CPA Enrichment Timeline - Spanish
As a reminder, families are welcome to enter orders in Homeschool Hub during the week of Spring Break (through April 15th). Teachers will review/approve orders once they get back from Spring Break.
Do you need help with managing and returning enrichment materials to the school? Please follow these instructions, and feel free to reference this flowchart. This short video also explains the process!
Please be sure to only return materials to CPA’s library location in Costa Mesa or to your Homeschool Teacher. Please do NOT drop CPA materials off at another school. Other schools do not have any record of your student, and they cannot check materials into your student's Enrichment account.
Field Trips and Events
CPA - Homeschool Hub Field Trips & Events (FTE)
IMPORTANT UPDATE: As of March 12, 2022, masks are no longer mandated for indoor activities; however, they are still strongly recommended and permitted for those who wish to continue wearing them.
Although masks are no longer mandated for public schools, they may still be required by some field trip venues. Please thoroughly review the field trips details before signing up for any in-person activities. Also, keep in mind that field trip venue policies are subject to change.
Protecting the health, safety, and wellbeing of our school community remains our top priority as we adjust to the new masking requirements. The following health and safety protocols are still recommended.
General Health and Safety Protocols
Staff, students, and students’ accompanying family members must complete symptom screening before coming to an In-Person Activity (see below).
Staff, students, and students’ accompanying family members should practice regular handwashing.
Staff, students, and students’ accompanying family members should practice physical distancing where feasible.
Symptom Screening Requirement
Families and staff must conduct a screening of COVID-19 symptoms of students and accompanying family members. Do not register for or attend any In-Person Activity if an individual (e.g., staff member, student, accompanying family member) is experiencing any of the following symptoms within 10 days of the In-Person Activity:
- Fever of 100 degrees or higher
- (Persistent) cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Loss of taste or smell
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Muscle or body aches, fatigue
- Chills
- Vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, or abdominal pain
- Runny nose, congestion
If an individual has any of the above symptoms while at the In-Person Activity, they must return home and will not be permitted to participate.
Virtual Field Trips
Homeschooling Advice
How to Turn Any Subject Into a Homeschool Unit Study
Some of you may be wondering what a unit study is?
A unit study is an approach to teaching that is popular among homeschoolers. Instead of teaching many subjects in isolation, you choose a theme and weave the learning of many subjects through one topic.
Let’s say you want to teach your child about the American Revolution. You would use the American Revolution as a theme to also teach grammar, writing, spelling, vocabulary, economics, and even more history.
Because nothing in the world stands alone, you can be creative with unit studies. They’re also useful when you are teaching multi-age children because you can teach one topic as a group, and then give each child individual work that is appropriate for his or her ability.
“Learning never exhausts the mind.”
–Leonardo da Vinci
Unit studies shouldn’t replace core subjects like grammar and math, though, but they’re a way to make grammar and math more relevant to the child’s life. When learning is relevant, children are more motivated to learn.
How does a unit study work then?....... Keep reading here
Title 1
Title 1 Parent Engagement Plan Meeting
Thank you to the parents who were able to attend the Title 1 meeting regarding Cabrillo Point Academy's parent engagement plan. Your feedback and ideas are so valuable for creating a stronger Cabrillo!
In case you missed it, here is a recording as well as the slide deck. If you have some ideas or suggestions regarding parent engagement, please email jennifer.carrete@cabrillopointacademy.org. You can also complete this Parent Engagement Plan Survey if you haven't already. Survey in Spanish
We will have our final Title 1 meeting April 26 @ 12:00 pm.
Schoolwide Learners Outcomes
March Schoolwide Learners Outcomes is all about being Effective Communicators! Check out our March Poster here.
Effective communicators who can thoughtfully articulate their thinking with confidence while collaborating with peers!
Effective Communicator Student Led Meetings
Real School Ideas for Communicating
Once you have done an activity we want to know about it! Let us know how your students are becoming Effective Communicators, or if you have something else that you want to share, please fill out this Survey.
Bravo to our students who received the highest attainable score on the CAASPP!!
====> Highest Attainable Score Recognition Video <====
Below are some tips and tricks they have for doing well on the test!
- Don’t over cram in preparation, and don’t stress too much.
- Use the vocabulary to get a sense of what material will be on the exam, study all topics that you are not yet comfortable with, stay calm and collected, and have confidence in yourself!
- Before the test, we went on a walk and had a special breakfast to make it feel like a special day instead of a day of pressure.
- Stay focused and don't stress.
Student Support/Interventions
Virtual Compassion Corner
Students complete the Virtual Compassion Corner form (CPA) to notify a counselor they are seeking help. Once the form is submitted, the student receives a confirmation notice and email that contain an appointment link. They can choose to set up a 20 minute phone call or zoom meeting during school hours. If the student does not sign up immediately, we will reach out to the student directly and check in.
Past SEL Workshops:
- Supporting Student's Mental Health (English| Spanish) on Sep 14 and 15, 2021
- Understanding Stress and How to Respond (Slide |Recording) on Oct 19, 2021
- Strategies for Better Communication (Resources | Slide) on Nov 16, 2021
- Calming Big Emotions (Resources | Slide | Recording) on Dec 14, 2021
- How Games and Play Can Help Children Develop and Learn (Resources | Slide | Recording) on Jan 18, 2022
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2021-2022 Online Subscription Package
Do you have extra planning amounts? Would you like to try a new subscription? The following A-LA-CARTE subscriptions have been discounted for the remainder of the school year; subscriptions are active through July 31, 2022.
Adobe Creative Cloud - $75
Grammarly - $50
TutorMe - $150
Gizmos (Math & Science) - $5
Gizmos are interactive math and science virtual labs and simulations for grades 3-12. Over 400 Gizmos aligned to the latest standards provide students with powerful new STEM learning experiences.
This is a wonderful opportunity to test out something new and let us know how you like the subscription!
Get more information here - CPA OSP A LA CARTE ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
School Calendar
Educational Tools
I Can Statements
Community and Connection
Facebook Page
Please note: There are three questions that need to be answered in order to join. The group is for currently enrolled families only.
Instagram Page
Cabrillo Point Academy Family Liaisons
Yvonne Kahlen - OC Family Liaison
Maria Ramirez - OC Special Programs Family Liaison
Hi, I am a Mother of 4 sons, and grandma of 3 little ones. I learned about homeschooling about 5 years ago and I loved the whole concept. I homeschooled my youngest son and he loved it! I wish I had known this way of teaching when my other sons were little. I love helping families to thrive, and be successful! I am here to help you in any way I can.
Hola, Mi nombre es Maria y soy madre de 4 hijos varones,y abuela de 3 pequeños. Hace 5 años aprendí de este concepto de Estudiar en casa y me encantó. He educado en casa al más joven de mis hijos y a él también le gusto la idea! Me hubiera encantado saber de esta manera de educar cuando mis otros hijos eran pequeños. Me encanta ayudar a que las familias sean exitosas y aquí estoy para lo que necesiten.
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