Riverside County
Delivering the Heart of Homeschooling
Week of April 22, 2019
Hello Riverside County!
We hope your week is off to a great start! What do you have planned this week? Family walks in the evening are a goal for me. We've only done them a couple of times at our new house. I am hoping to incorporate them regularly. Where we live, there are hills and rocks and lots of big falcons, squirrels and all types of beautiful songbirds. Our neighborhood has large mature trees that house all sorts of critters that can fill our walks with plenty of curiosity and questions. I love to use opportunities like this to spark their interests and give unsuspecting lessons. Makes for some excellent homeschool science time!
In this week's newsletter, we spotlight Inspire's
Online Subscription Package option - Beast Academy Online!
Our 'Vendor Spotlight' features The Master Musician!
Make sure to read about both in this edition.
Also, be sure to check out Inspiration Station.
It is filled with many fantastic field trips designed by our HSTs and Liaisons just for you!
Scroll through often and see all that is offered throughout Southern California!
Please reach out anytime and get to know us!
We are so happy to answer all of your questions and guide you through
learning about homeschool philosophy, curriculum, and the homeschool lifestyle!
Don't let yourself drown in worry or fear over homeschooling.
If you find yourself there, reach out!
We are hoping to connect with you soon!
Audrey & Candice
The Adventure of Learning with Inspire Charter School!
Enrollment for the 2019/20 school year has opened!
Head HERE to enroll!
Your Inspire Riverside County Team!
Your Riverside County Homeschool Teachers and Family Liaisons are always here for you! Reach out to your HST or Family Liaison for support, advice, and connections with the homeschool community around you!
Look how we've grown since August!
Test Prep!
Test Prep Day in Temecula!
Can I just toot the horn for our Inspire Teachers?!? The Temecula team hosted a Test Prep Day this week for all students. I brought my two, a fifth grader and third grader, and they LOVED it! They’re anxious testers and our awesome HSTs helped them understand the test and ways to prep themselves with fun games and helpful crafts with wonderful little reminders ❤️
As an Inspire parent, thank you, Teachers, for caring ❤️
Melissa Webb's FREE Test Prep for Writing Success Webinar!
You're in luck! It was recorded! Here is the information below...
Tonight I hosted my LAST live, online event for the Test Prep for Writing Success 2019 parent webinar. And, what a special and wonderful group we had. THANK YOU to all who gave of their time and energy.
If you missed it, no worries! We remembered to record it. And, as promised, before my head hits the pillow, here is all you requested.
TEST PREP for WRITING SUCCESS WEBINAR - VIDEO RECORDING (90 Minutes)
If you want the handout that goes along with it, note that I've attached it to this email. OH! And, yes, I did include the webinar slides here, too. So many goodies! 👏
Also, when you are done watching the video, no doubt you'll be ready to dive into the FREE sets of lessons I have created for you. To access those:
==> Go to writeonwebb.teachable.com
==> Choose the Test Prep for Writing Success Course toward the bottom of the page
==> Click on "Enroll in Course for $39"
==> On the Order Summary page, enter TP2019where you see "Add Coupon"
==> Complete the registration
==> Access the three courses. Feel free to start with any of the three bundled options. My recommendation is to start with your child's "weakest link."
Finally, some of you shared an interest in having me save you a spot for my ONLINE WRITING PROGRAM for the FALL of 2019. I would LOVE to have you and your kiddo join our community. Sign up if you are interested.
Fall 2019 Writing Course Registration Form
Did you want to join our PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP? It may offer a little extra support and we'd love to have you connect with us. Homeschooling is a journey to share with like-minded, positive, family-first kind of friends. That's us!
And, of course, if you have any questions, please let me know. I'm here to support you.
Have a lovely weekend.
Melissa
Write on!
"A Night in Paris" Inspire Charter School Prom 2019
We anticipate a fun-filled evening of dinner, dancing, dessert, snacks, raffles and prizes, formal photos, and an all-night photo booth for students to enjoy.
High School Inspire students grades 9-12 are eligible to attend and
may invite up to two (ages 14 - 20) non-Inspire guests to join them at this event, so grab a friend and dance the night away at the historic Mission Inn Hotel in downtown Riverside.
Tickets are limited, so purchase yours today.
Questions? Summer Davidson summer@inspireschools.org
Thursday, May 16th from 7 - 11 pm
Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
3649 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA
Head HERE for more information
This event is not eligible for use of instructional funds.
SAVE THE DATE: Riverside County Graduation 2019
Please save the date for our 2019 promotion and graduation ceremony!
We will have many more details coming soon!
Thursday, June 6, 2019
2 pm
Sandals Church Hunter Park
150 Palmyrita Avenue
Riverside
2019-2020 Online Subscription Package (OSP)!
The 2019-2020 Online Subscription Package (OSP) options have been finalized and we’re excited to announce our new package options!
HIGHLIGHTS: Over 20 subscriptions to choose from with 7 curriculum options and 14 educational apps and resources -- including a 24/7, live online tutoring subscription for all subjects!
16 options for grades TK-3 .. 17-20 options for grades 3-8 .. 12-13 options for grades 9-12
Shmoop and Rosetta Stone® Foundations (Spanish, French, and German) are A-G approved curriculum options for high school
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: ABC Mouse, Discovery Education Streaming Plus with Science Techbook, and Vocabulary Spelling City
NEW: Beast Academy Online, Rosetta Stone Foundations, Dreambox Learning, myON Reader & myON News w/Accelerated Reader, Typing Agent, and TutorMe
This year’s OSP options are valued at more than $2,400 *
* value based on the retail value for the 5 most expensive subscriptions
Here is the linked 19-20 OSP Flyer - The flyer is hyperlinked to allow you to click on each of the subscriptions listed and go to the vendor’s website.
Inspire Charter Riverside County College & High School Fair 2019!
⭐️WOW! The College & High School Event was AMAZING! We're so thankful for our spectacular Inspire High School Team and their informational sessions, for the local Colleges and Vocational Schools that came out, to the High School Vendors that shared with our families, and to our Inspire Riverside County Team! We're already planning next year's event!⭐️
HIGH SCHOOL VIRTUAL INFO SESSIONS!
Want to know what high school looks like with Inspire? Hang out with Amy Edwards, an Inspire teacher, Teacher Trainer for High School, and Homeschool Mom! In her Virtual Info Sessions, she will cover:
What are California's high school grad requirements?
What makes Inspire unique?
~Program & Curriculum options
~Online classes, live classes, vendors, parent-created & led curriculum, community college classes, and MORE!
Next session is on Thursday, May 2nd at 12 pm
Slide presentation followed by live question-answer time.
Zoom Room Link: https://zoom.us/j/2433924197
Virtual Info Session on Inspire High School Curriculum Options!
We’re very excited to announce an upcoming Virtual Info Session on Inspire High School Curriculum Options! Our wonderful curriculum directors, our experts in each program, are taking time to meet live and present info about the various options our students have for high school.
Online video lessons
Live online with an Inspire teacher
Textbook-based options
Parent-created & parent-led courses
Community college classes
Join them on April 30th at 9:00 am to learn more and ask your questions of our experts!
Zoom Room Link: https://zoom.us/j/2433924197
High School!
Session recordings include:
- The College Application Process
- UC/CSU Application Process
- Common Application Info Session
Make sure you head over to Inspire High School Resource Site for all things High School.
Website: https://sites.google.com/inspireschools.org/highschool/home?authuser=0
Inspiring Talks!
Brave Writer’s Julie Bogart followed up her in person Inspiring Talks with part one of a three-part webinar series The Writer's Jungle: A Survivor's Guide to Writing with Kids.
http://bit.ly/BraveWriterSurviorGuideWritingWithKids_RecordingLink
Copy and paste the link into your web browser or click on the link above to access the recording.
Want to Join a Brave Learner Book Club?
Many of you were inspired by Julie Bogart's online, or in person Inspiring Talks and asked about forming a The Brave Learner Book Club. We want to help facilitate bringing Brave Writer fans together. If you're interested, please take a minute to let us know what works best for you by clicking on the link below.
https://tinyurl.com/BraveLearnerBookClub-Interest
Coming soon! Part two of our three-part Brave Writer webinar series: Writing Across the Curriculum on Wednesday, May 1st at 1 p.m.
Inspire Special Education Department Monthly Newsletter!
Dear Inspire Parents,
Inspire Special Education Department is excited to share a new project with you – our Monthly Special Education Website and Newsletters. We hope that you find the information presented in our newsletter meaningful and applicable to your needs. We always welcome your feedback and suggestions on topics to cover.
Inspire Special Education Department Parent and Teacher Newsletter April 2019
You can also access our Inspire Cares website to support you in your homeschooling journey and view all of our newsletters!
Sincerely,
Anna Lindahl
Statewide Parent Outreach Coordinator
Inspire Charter Schools
Ph: (619) 627-9623
Enrichment item returns!
Dear Inspire Families,
We are continuing to stock the Corona Lending Library and need your help! If you have any enrichment items, including curriculum, please let your teacher know as soon as possible.
Thank you for all of your help!
Inspiration Station Booking REMINDERS!
Happy Planning!
Utilizing Enrichment Certificates for Service Orders
Inspire Preferred Vendor Programs Weekly Info Sessions!
Learn more about Inspire's unique enrichment opportunities!
Next info session is Thursday, April 25th at 10:00 am
Join by computer:
Great News for Readers!
Accelerated Reader (AR) is a computer program that helps parents manage and monitor children’s independent reading practice. Your child selects a book rather than having one assigned to them and reads it at their own pace. This makes reading a much more enjoyable experience as they can choose books that are interesting to them. They may also read articles of interest right on the screen. When finished, your child will take a short quiz on the computer. (Passing the quiz is an indication that your child understood what was read.) In addition, when an LP meeting comes up, you can easily print up the list of books that your child read and share it with your HST.
If you are interested in signing up for Accelerated Reader, please let your HST know. They will be happy to assist you.
Every Kid in a Park!
To help engage and create our next generation of park visitors, supporters and advocates, Federal Land Management agencies, launched the Every Kid in a Park initiative. The immediate goal is to provide an opportunity for each and every 4th-grade student across the country to experience their federal public lands and waters in person throughout the school year.
Every year, beginning September 1, all kids in the fourth grade have access to their own Every Kid in a Park pass at www.everykidinapark.gov. This pass provides free access to national parks across the country.
The Every Kid in a Park pass is good for the 4th grade school year, until August 31, 2019. Information on obtaining the pass is available by visiting www.everykidinapark.gov.
Inspire's Earth Day Planting Party
Please join us for spring crafts, treats, and planting. Each student can pot their own plant to take home!
Monday, April 22nd
10 am to 12 pm
El Cerrito Sports Park
7500 El Torrito Rd.
Corona, CA
Questions? Contact Debbie Holm at 949.278.2483 or
deborahh@inspireschools.org
Info Session in Dos Lagos (South Corona)
Dos Lagos Playground
Monday, April 22nd 11:30 - 1 pm
Questions? Contact: Katie Cunningham
714-906-6320 or katiec@inspireschools.org
RALPH'S GROCERY STORE TOUR: THE POWER OF ZERO!
The Power of Zero is a unique field trip program supporting the Zero Hunger | Zero Waste initiatives undertaken by all Kroger brand stores, including Ralphs. Students learn decision-making skills centered on good nutrition and MyPlate principles while also understanding how Ralphs is fighting hunger and food waste in our local communities. Empower your student by engaging them in a real-world experience centered on teaching healthy food choices while also drawing attention to corporate and social responsibilities with our food chain.
Location
74884 Country Club Dr , Palm Desert CA 92260
Organizer:
Susan Piron
Contact No:
424-324-3312
Email:
susanp@inspireschools.org
FAQs
What is the minimum age for this event?
There is no minimum age but the suggested age is TK-5th.
Sign up on Inspiration station!
https://www.icsinspirationstation.net/#/fieldtrip/all/c609b3d7-db95-41d1-92ee-b771d603410f
Photography in the Park
Come join us for Photography in the Park!
Learn how to get the most out of your phone and point and shoot cameras. We will cover how to use composition and lighting techniques to improve your images with no fancy equipment required. Basic editing techniques and recommended apps will also be covered. For grades 5 and up. Parents also welcome.
Apr 24, 2019
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Sign up on Inspiration Station!
https://www.icsinspirationstation.net/#/fieldtrip/3/dd1755d6-3904-4af8-968f-5021a5342da7
Inspire Board Game Day at the park!
Remember when board games were a thing....instead of video games?!
Bring your kids to play board games with their peers. The following games will be provided; Monopoly, Chess, Guess Who?, Clue Jr., Connect 4, Chutes and Ladders, The Game of Life, Aggravation, Monopoly Fortnite, The Secret Life of Pets, Mancala, Dominos, Monopoly Jr., Battleship, Monopoly Empire, Yahtzee, Memory Game, Scrabble Jr., Skip-Bo, Phase 10, and our newest find The Constitution Quest Game!
You are welcome to bring your own game to share too!
It all happens:
Thursday, April 25th from 10 am - 12 pm
Mary Henley Park
801 Kirby St.
Hemet, CA.
For more information or questions:
Contact Teresa Nicholls at (951) 337-2546 or tnicholls@inspireschools.org
A Night Out to Inspire with Candice and Audrey
It all happens on Thursday, April 25th from 6 pm to 8 pm.
Panera Bread
34180 Monterey Avenue
Palm Desert, CA
***We kindly ask for children to be left at home for this event***
Questions? Please feel free to contact Audrey at (951) 541-4809 or Candice at (714) 797-1209
or email:
audreye@inspireschools.org
candicez@inspireschools.org
Naturepalooza! Celebrate Earth Day with us!
Free Games, Activities, and Crafts for the whole family!
- Plein Air Art
- Nature Journaling Workshop
- Guerilla Gardening
- Project Learning Tree Activities
Friday, April 26th
12 pm - 3 pm
Riverside-Corona Resource Conservation District
4500 Glenwood Drive, Ste. A
Riverside, CA
Questions? Contact Summer at summer@inspireschools.org
Inspire Info Session in Menifee!
Saturday, April 27th
1 - 3 pm
The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf
29857 Antelope Rd.
Menifee
Questions? Contact Kristin Moffett
(760) 458-7699
Inspire Info Session at Dejitaru Karate Dojo!
Get inspired at Dejitaru Karate Dojo!
Please join us for a special class at Dejitaru Karate Dojo.
Parents: Come with your questions and chat with knowledgeable Inspire Teachers
Students: Enjoy a complimentary karate class with Sensei Alfonso Pena
Wednesday, May 1st
4:30 - 5:30 pm
78078 Country Club Drive, Ste 207
Bermuda Dunes, CA.
Questions? Contact Susan Piron at susanp@inspireschools.org
Temecula Info Session!
Come find out everything Inspire has to offer!
Everyone is welcome, bring your friends!
Tuesday, May 15th @ 6pm
Ryan Bros. Coffee
40573 Margarita Rd., Temecula
Questions? Contact: Mary Collier at (760) 468-6202
Menifee Info Session!
Thursday, May 16th
5 pm - 7 pm
Panera
30318 Haun Rd., Menifee
Questions? Contact Lisa Mesa at (951) 642-3795 or at lisam@inspireschools.org
Inspire Charter School Prom "A Night in Paris"
We anticipate a fun-filled evening of dinner, dancing, dessert, snacks, raffles and prizes, formal photos, and an all-night photo booth for students to enjoy. High School Inspire students grades 9-12 are eligible to attend and may invite up to two (ages 14 - 20) non-Inspire guests to join them at this event so grab a friend and dance the night away at the historic Mission Inn Hotel in downtown Riverside. Tickets are limited, so purchase yours today.
Questions? Summer Davidson summer@inspireschools.org
Mission Inn Hotel and Spa
WHEN
Thursday, May 16th, 7-11pm
WHERE
3649 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA
This event is not eligible for use of instructional funds.
Registration and Payment:
https://www.icsinspirationstation.net/#/fieldtrip/all/976f6993-5db6-41a4-9636-526f1cda7c6f
Read more about Riverside County's Prom HERE:
https://www.smore.com/1n9ch
Open to all 9th - 12th graders
Inspire's Father's Day Craft Event!
Tuesday, May 21st
11 am to 1 pm
Village Centre, N Circle Dr, Idyllwild, CA (Gazebo Area)
A great opportunity to bring a friend or if you have a friend interested in homeschooling with Inspire Charter Schools.
Questions: Contact Mary LaMont
mary.lamont@inspireschools.org
(602) 405-4688
Menifee Info Session!
Please come and join a group of our credentialed teachers to learn more about what our program has to offer.
Wednesday, May 22nd at 10 am
Starbucks
29121 Newport Rd.
Menifee, CA
Questions? Contact Katie Bock at (951) 733-2088 or kathryn@inspireschools.org
Berry Picking with Friends!
Monday, June 3rd, 10 - 11:30 am
Temecula Berry Co.
39700 Cantrell Rd., Temecula
You Pick & Pay (out of pocket - cash/check only)
Limited Parking - Carpool if you can!
Open to all!
No entrance fee
This is a U-pick & pay event. So bring your cash or check ONLY, pick your berries, then pay market prices per pound, and pay the cashier. We won't be collecting any money and the field trip won't sell out.
Temecula Berry Co. states their pricing is $6/pint (no educational funds may be used - OUT OF POCKET PAYMENT ONLY)
Book your FREE ticket HERE:
https://www.icsinspirationstation.net/#/fieldtrip/all/0f96d378-5a1b-4b15-817b-40bdd679ccea
Organizer:
Shayla McLaughlin
Contact No:
7607107535
Email:
shayla@inspireschools.org
Inspire's Hemet 2019 Kinder Graduation!
Friday, June 7th
11 - 11:30 am
McSweeney Park in Hemet
We will have a diploma, photo opportunities, a light snack, and lots of fun!
If you plan on attending, please fill out the Hemet Kindergarten Graduation Survey by May 20th. This allows us time to make the diplomas for your Kindergarten Graduate.
RSVP:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6Np-0x0AKUJvx8V02-9Wq6BMKQbUDfUKTW4u0X8smBHDwgw/viewform
Please contact Claudia Alvarez for more information claudiaa@inspireschools.org
Riverside County Library System EVENTS!
Head over to http://rivlib.info/website/events
This Week's Vendor Spotlight: The Master Musician!
The Master Musician's founder is Phil Pike. As a child, he took trumpet lessons and discovered his love for music. Out of high school, he proudly served 14 years in the U.S. Marine Corps Band. During that time, he took Karen Hale to be his wife and had six children together.
In 1993, he continued to pursue his passion for music by attending Red Wing Technical College in Minnesota to study Band Instrument Repair. Upon graduating, Mr. Pike moved his family to Anaheim, California where he worked as the brass tech at Anaheim Band Instruments (now Music & Arts in Anaheim) for five years. There he perfected his skills in band instrument repair. He also saw the diligence and hard work it took to run that family-owned business. This sparked a desire in him to become a small business owner to give his family a more promising future.
In 1999, the Pike family moved to Murrieta and opened a shop in an industrial part of Temecula. This housed the machines and equipment necessary to repair instruments and provided individual lesson rooms. The business grew, and they expanded to include rentals, sales, and more lessons. Eventually, the need for an actual retail store became evident. In July 2006, The Master Musician opened its first storefront on Murrieta Hot Springs Rd. With much support from local band directors and the community, the store got off to a great start.
In 2009, the business was moved up the street to a more easily accessible location. In April of 2017, a second location was added in Palm Springs, California. As Phil is now enjoying retirement, his wife, Karen, is now the proud owner of The Master Musician, now in business for 20 years!
Presently, the company proudly employs around 15 people who are all working together to provide a wide array of knowledge about the instruments they service, as well as foster a love for playing music. They constantly strive to improve every year in customer service, repair, and building music appreciation in our community. Thank you for supporting The Master Musician!
The Master Musician
1999-2019: Celebrating 20 years in the Temecula Valley!
Murrieta
39520 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd
Suite 223
Murrieta, CA 92563
951-677-7575
www.facebook.com/mastermusician
Palm Springs
3800 E Vista Chino
Suite 4
Palm Springs, CA 92262
760-832-8996
www.Facebook.com/MasterMusicianPalmSprings/
Email: mastermusician1@gmail.com
Website: https://www.mastermusician.net/
Location: 39520 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd Suite 223 Murrieta, CA 92563
Phone: 951-677-7575
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MasterMusicianMurrieta/?__tn__=%2Cd%2CP-R&eid=ARDWdCaMlN4a8_S-EHEE-vCj5V5E06fn4W5MV8hAl0vlVfeYt_lI1EuFnanwwnnt7mbcricu81WLbJyF
This Week's OSP (Online Subscription Package) Spotlight: Beast Academy Online
This week we spotlight Beast Academy Online!
My kids have enjoyed the Beast Academy workbook curriculum. I am so excited that the OSP offers this as one of our options!
Here is what the website has to say...
Beast Academy Online is a learning system that provides a complete curriculum for grades 2-5. The digital practice includes games, problems, and puzzles divided into chapters and units that follow the same sequence found in the Beast Academy book series.
As I was reviewing this option, I noticed a few things that I loved! The artwork and stories are engaging and I believe will draw your child in and interest them. The website is designed to allow for exploration as well as encourages mastery. There is a built-in reward system that helps your child to better their skills each step of the way. My favorite part is the fact that parents can access reports online and through email to check on progress! So helpful and convenient!
Click HERE and check this one out for yourselves!
Website: https://beastacademy.com/online
Sharing The Homeschool Heart... It's the little things.
~Candice
Candice Zuniga
Email: Candicez@Inspireschools.org
Phone: 714-797-1209
Audrey Everson
Hi everyone! I am a mom of 3 awesome kids ranging in age from 10 to 6 years old. My husband and I are high school sweethearts and have been married for 16 years. Having homeschooled our children over the last 6 years in 3 different states, I've found homeschooling here in California, especially with Inspire Charter, has been a great fit for our homeschool journey. I am grateful for our ability to homeschool so freely and I aspire to assist other families with their own homeschool adventures!
Email: audreye@inspireschools.org
Phone: 951-541-4809
We want to hear from you!
What do you want to hear more about? Drop us an email!
We'd love to answer all of your questions in regards to homeschooling with Inspire
and what the homeschool lifestyle looks like!
Inspire Charter Schools Contact Info
Website: https://www.inspireschools.org/
Location: 1740 East Huntington Drive #205, Duarte, CA, USA
Phone: (888) 215-3040