Exciting Updates for Sage Oak High School: New Programs, Growth, and Opportunities

In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Kate Bayless, the new high school Assistant Principal at Sage Oak. Kate shares her journey at Sage Oak and discusses the exciting developments for the 2025-2026 school year. Topics include the growing student body, new staff additions, and expanded course offerings like Gothic Literature, Physics, and Environmental Science. Kate also highlights the reinvigorated ASB leadership program, diverse student-run clubs, and various career-focused field trips. Additionally, she introduces new partnerships for college credit courses and the expansion of the high school counselor team. For parents, Kate provides tips on staying informed through weekly newsletters and other resources.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:08 High School Program Overview
02:39 New Programs and Courses
04:39 Social Programs and ASB
05:58 Clubs and Extracurricular Activities
07:41 Field Trips and In-Person Opportunities
09:33 Career and College Pathways
12:15 Counselor Support and Resources
13:53 Parent Support and Communication
15:19 Conclusion and Farewell

For more information, visit the Sage Oak website at 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.

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Back to School with Sage Oak's Personalized Learning Academy


In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses Back to School with the Personalized Learning Academy (PLA). Featured guests include Christy Hartman and Taylore Coulombe, newly appointed Assistant Principals, along with Lauren Holman, the Middle School Coordinator. They discuss the unique features of the PLA program, and the support available for parents and students. They highlight the Sage Crate curriculum solution, Oakschool classes, and the variety of field trips and social events offered to enrich the student experience. Additionally, the podcast covers middle school-specific topics such as parent involvement and career exploration. The episode concludes with information on back-to-school events and resources available for families.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions
02:16 Overview of the Personalized Learning Academy (PLA)
03:51 New and Exciting Changes in PLA
05:16 Field Trips and Social Events
07:33 Middle School Focus and Support
11:20 Role of Teacher Facilitators
13:27 Back to School Events and Final Thoughts

For more information, visit the Sage Oak website at 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.

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Exploring the Virtual Learning Academy at Sage Oak

In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses the Virtual Learning Academy at Sage Oak with Principal Lana Beshara and Assistant Principal Mary Hizon-Barry. They dive into the structure, unique features, and recent changes of the Virtual Learning Academy program. Topics include the integration of AVID strategies, approaches to career readiness for students from TK through 8th grade, and details about upcoming events and enrollment. They also highlight the blended learning model, support systems for students and parents, and the importance of executive functioning skills and organizational strategies.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:37 Meet Lana Beshara: Principal of Virtual Learning Academy
01:27 Meet Mary Hizon-Barry: Assistant Principal of Virtual Learning Academy
02:01 Overview of the Virtual Learning Academy
03:36 Changes and New Initiatives for the Upcoming School Year
04:46 Building Community in a Virtual Environment
05:20 Introduction to AVID Program
06:35 Executive Functioning Skills and AVID Strategies
10:23 Career Readiness and Exploration
15:00 Enrollment Information and Back to School Events
17:43 Final Thoughts and Farewell

For more information, visit the Sage Oak website at 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.

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