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Monday, July 13, 2020

Quote of the Week

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School News and Important Dates

South Schools Virtual Orientation

Thank you to all those who attended our Virtual Orientation! If you were unable to attend or would like to review the presentation, you can access the recording and the slides below.

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Starting This Week: Curriculum Themed Weeks

The South Schools' Family Liaisons are joining together to bring our families 'Themed Curriculum Weeks!' Each week has its theme: All-In-One Curriculum, Math, Language Arts, History, Science, and Subscription Boxes.


Join us each week as we present a showcase of popular (school approved and secular) curriculum to our community!

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Curriculum Webinars

We are excited to announce that as part of our themed curriculum weeks this summer, our families will have the opportunity to learn more about some popular curriculum options directly from the vendors! Check back weekly as we add more webinars and instructions on how to sign up to attend!

Don't Miss Our Newsletters!

We are still sending out our newsletters, so be sure to join the mailing list and stay in the loop!
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Summer Support: CPA's Facebook Group

Summer Support: CPA's Facebook Group

We would love to see more families in our Facebook group! Click the link below to join our summer conversations, and to get more virtual resources.


Please note: The group is for currently enrolled families only. Members must answer the questions to join.

Summer Support: CPA's Facebook Group
Resource for Orange County Families

Resource for Orange County Families

We wanted to share a list of mental health, financial and food resources surrounding Orange County in case you or someone you know may need them. As a school, we would really like to provide options for families that are struggling in this area. Please let us know if you are in need of more assistance. We are here for you all during these times, and will get through this together.


You may find the list of resources here.

Resource for Orange County Families

2020-2021 Online Subscription Package

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School Calendar

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High School

8th Grade Transition High School Session

We have a recorded a session and you are welcome to watch here. We have also linked the presentation slide deck here for you.


Curriculum Choices

Need more curriculum information? Please take a look at our Curriculum Roadshow slide deck!

Wellness Resources

Did you know you can get immediate assistance and resources just by dialing 2-1-1 on your phone? 2-1-1 is a central point for public information, including times of disaster to help those affected find recovery assistance. 211.org

Educational Tools

I Can Statements

Cabrillo Point Academy's "I Can" statements are available online to help you plan your next school year!


https://cabrillopointacademy.org/academics/i-can-statements

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Top Picks

During the summer, we will be sharing some of our favorite tools and homeschooling advice that we shared with you over the 2019-2020 school year! They are listed below.
Design and Play: STEAM Cars Kit 

Design and Play: STEAM Cars Kit 

Lakeshore's craft kit lets children create and customize balloon-powered cars—for a fun-filled introduction to early STEAM concepts! Ideal for integrating STEM with arts & crafts, the kit includes enough materials for kids to engineer 10 real-working cars. Children just use the precut pieces to build a car…customize it with their own craft materials…and put it into action! Then kids test and fine-tune their creation—until they have a car that races! You get 10 chipboard car bodies, 40 plastic wheels, 40 foam blocks, 30 straws, 20 axles, 12 balloons, 50 rubber bands and a guide. The car bodies measure 6" in length. Additional craft materials not included.


Available at Lakeshore Learning for $29.99

Design and Play: STEAM Cars Kit 

Homeschooling Advice

How to Homeschool While Your Partner Works from Home

How to Homeschool While Your Partner Works from Home

"Whether he’s just taking a vacation day to catch up on a house project or has a random day off from work, I love having my husband home. Don’t even get me started on that wonderful family cocoon we cuddle up in during the slow and confusing time between Christmas and New Year’s. Having my husband home in the middle of the day is a treat equivalent to when I’d be on a field trip and realize that I’d normally be in math class, but was watching a show or taking in zoo animals. It’s out of the norm and always a surprise.


Well, it was.


Like millions of others, my husband has been working from home for the last few months as a result of the coronavirus. I was excited at first. Why wouldn’t I be? All of my favorite people under one roof, all day, with nowhere to go and all of our plans cancelled? Sounds like heaven to me!


Well, it did.


Once it became clear that this global pandemic wouldn’t be allowing us to return to normal very soon, my delight and optimism began to fade. Not only did I downshift to the bare minimum in our homeschool while we devoured news and statistics all day, but I also had to figure out how to homeschool with my husband working just feet away."


Read the rest of the article here.

How to Homeschool While Your Partner Works from Home

Community and Connection

Instagram Page

If you are on instagram, we'd love to hear from you! Join our page, learn about our upcoming events and field trips, and tag us in your homeschooling photos!

Orange County Parent Resource Site

Have you visited Inspire's Orange County Parent Resource Site yet? This website is a great resource and one you'll want to bookmark!

Cabrillo Point Academy Family Liaisons

Ladan Rashidi - OC Family Liaison

Ladan Rashidi - OC Family Liaison

I have three children who are 3, 7 and 9 years old, and I was previously a high school math teacher. Five years ago, our family chose the path of homeschooling and we have enjoyed it ever since! I am passionate about helping families navigate their way on their exciting homeschooling journey, and connecting individuals to build a community!


ladan.rashidi@cabrillopointacademy.org

Ladan Rashidi - OC Family Liaison
Shaemanique King - OC Family Liaison

Shaemanique King - OC Family Liaison

I am a mom of four children, ranging in ages from 2 to 9 years old, and have homeschooled for the past five years. I consider my homeschooling style to be “eclectic” as I draw from many sources and philosophies. I enjoy planning and hosting activities and events and look forward to interacting with and supporting homeschooling families!


shaemanique.king@cabrillopointacademy.org

Shaemanique King - OC Family Liaison

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