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ANNUAL ONLINE AUCTION GOES LIVE!
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What do an Audi convertible, a Shakespeare premiere, a drone, and a Brinkman smoker have in common? That's right...they're up for bid at Journey's Online Auction! By tomorrow afternoon, you can start planning your bid strategy to WIN! Visit our Mobile Bidding Site to register and peruse our fine offerings. Be sure to send the auction link to your friends and family -- maybe ask grandma to buy that summer camp for your kiddo! There is something for everyone and anyone can participate! |
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LAST CHANCE TO ATTEND THE GALA
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 We are down to the last remaining Gala tickets, get them while you can! Click here to purchase tickets or to sponsor a teacher ticket by Monday 3/7. Ticket price jumps to $95 if there are any tickets remaining after that date. Wondering how auction works or what to wear? Read the Auction FAQs.
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A SHOUT OUT TO OUR GALA SPONSORS
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Journey School has been blessed this year with generous Auction support from so many in our community: Mark Michno of Loan Depot, Katie Vanderveen of Modern Woodmen of America, the Coveyou Family of Newport Private Group, the Johnson Family and their family friend Greg with Johnson Plumbing and Express Pipe, respectively, the Pradhan's with Pradhan Studios Photography, Katherine Agranovich with Achieve Health Center, and the Grover Family for providing our AV services. Our newest sponsors are Allen Cadillac, McKenna Porsche, and Orange County Wholesale Flowers. Please thank them with your words, referrals, and business!!
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WINTER CONCERT IS TONIGHT!
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Photo courtesy of the Pradhan Studios
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Tonight is the long awaited Winter Concert and students are looking forward to sharing their musical gifts with friends and family at Mission Lutheran Church in Laguna Niguel. The show for grades 4 & 5 starts at 6pm (arrive 5) and the Middle School program starts at 8pm (arrive 7:15). See you there!
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Come and check out the progress on the new raised garden bed in the Third Grade Garden. This project was announced at the Community Meeting and is sponsored by the Wyland Foundation, Toro Company, and Native West. The raised garden bed and Journey School will be featured as part of the National Mayor's Challenge as a model for Eco-literacy.
On the morning of construction of the raised garden bed, the kindergartners of Morning Glory discovered a butterfly emerging for the first time.
Today, 2nd graders read with a parent in the newly-renovated Native Garden.
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Ms. Davis' 4th graders debuted talents and delighted peers on Tuesday morning with a rendition of "Sif and Her Golden Hair" that was inspired by their recent Norse Mythology block. Later, family and friends enjoyed an evening performance and were impressed by the student's hard work, excellent acting, and creative costumes. Here are some highlights:
Read this MindShift article on arts integration and how it enhances learning.
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MODELING DIGITAL MEDIA LITERACY
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Spread the word about an all day Digital Citizenship and Literacy Workshop for educators coming to campus on May 7. The middle school Cyber Civics program incubated at Journey School and is now being taught in 19 states. Cyber Civics meets the urgent and growing demand to prepare students to become ethical, safe, and competent digital citizens. Bonus event: A film screening and discussion of The Mask You Live In will be held on May 6 at 7pm. Learn more here.
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SPRING PORTRAITS START TODAY
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Spring photo sessions began today and took place in the Green Heart Garden. See the schedule below:
- Friday, 3/4: Grade 3
- Monday, 3/7: Sunflower, Grades 1 & 2
- Tuesday, 3/8: Snapdragon, Grades 6-8
- Wednesday, 3/9: Dandelion
- Thursday, 3/10: Morning Glory, Grades 4 & 5
Wondering what your child should wear? See The Pradhan Studios website.
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The Oak and the Acorn is so excited for First Saturday Workshops tomorrow! Check out the great line-up packed with kid friendly classes. Donation-based childcare is available for kids 6+ from 9am-2pm. Get more info here.
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| | Basket Weaving with Lily & Nicola |
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| | Spring Gardens with Helena |
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REACH OUT & LIGHT OUR JOURNEY
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The Journey School Foundation recently launched the "Light Our Journey" campaign. All Journey families are asked create a personal website at Pledgestar and then reach out to friends and family for tax-deductible donations. Share with others what you love about your kids' school and your efforts will help the Foundation support Journey's innovative educational model for our students and the greater community. Want to donate now? Visit our website.
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First grade at Journey School is magical and the "movable" classrooms are a wonderful tool to help teachers maximize the space to allow movement and circle time. Here is a peek of Ms. Wilde's classroom that includes movable tables, student artwork, and chalkboard drawings:
 It's clear that Ms. Wilde has set the bar high for all Journey teachers with her exquisite chalkboard drawings. Above is part of her latest "Three Little Pigs" artwork where she creatively displays the letter "P".
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Every Thursday morning until mid-April we will be collecting used and unusable textiles and shoes for our textile recycling drive. Be sure the items are DRY and in a plastic trash bag. What is acceptable? Click here to see the complete list. No bed pillows or mattresses please.
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Over 300 students submitted applications for our upcoming March 16th public lottery. If your child is among the applicants, please look for more information in a dedicated email soon. Be sure to look in spam or advertisement emails for letters from Journey and drag them into your inbox so you don't miss important updates. The Lottery will take place at 3pm in the MPR.
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The re-enrollment site is still undergoing updates and is not yet ready to launch. When it is ready, we will let our families know loud and clear. In preparation for the upcoming lottery, if you know that you will not be returning to Journey in the fall, kindly contact Kris Reynolds. Thank you!
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SING WITH THE NIGHTENGALES
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Journey's After School singing ensemble, The Nightingales, start a new session on 3/17 and class will be offered each Thursday through 6/16. They are seeking 3rd-8th graders who love to sing! Email Mrs. Pitts to sign up. Come see the Nightingales in action at tonight's Winter Concert.
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INDEPENDENT STUDY PROGRAM
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Journey's Independent Study Program, an entirely home-based program, will launch this fall and applications are now being accepted through 3/23. Interested parents of children entering kindergarten through third grade are asked to attend an adult-only Information Session on 3/16 at 4:30 PM. Click here to download the paper application. Email Kris with questions.
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PUBLIC NOTICE RE: STUDENT DATA
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A recent order in a lawsuit against the California Department of Education (CDE) is impacting all public school students across the state. CDE has been ordered by the court to release all data it has collected on general and special education students since January 1, 2008. Read more on our website. |
- 3/4-10 - Spring Photos - Look for details in your room parent email
- 3/4 - Winter Music Concert - Arrive 5pm (4 &5)/arrive 7:15 (6-8)
- 3/5 - First Saturday Workshops - 9am
- 3/11 - 7th & 8th Grade Waldorf Track & Field Meet at WSOC
- 3/12 - Journey School "Black & White" Auction Gala - 5:30pm
- 3/16 - Journey School Public Lottery, 3pm, All are welcome!
- 3/16 - Independent Study Info Session, 4:30pm (after the lottery)
- 3/18 - Journey School Foundation Board Meeting, 9am
- 3/23 - Independent Study Applications Due
- 3/30 - Independent Study Lottery, 3pm
- 4/4-8 - Spring Break
To view more Journey School events, visit our calendar page.
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