Monday Message
Challenge of the Week
This week, we are reminding learners to tackle those math testing challenges with “good old-fashioned” paper and pencil! If learners are attempting a math problem that requires calculation, they should…
Learner Spotlight: Cabrales-Goldstein Family
Grit is described as “courage, resolve, and strength of character,” and we can’t think of a family that exhibits these qualities better than the Cabrales-Goldstein kids. Meet third grader Golan,…
SLO of the Month: Grit
The Schoolwide Learner Outcome (SLO) for January is grit. Grit is defined as “having courage and resolve; strength of character.” A person with grit works hard and has passion. He…
Opening of the Curriculum Library
We are excited to announce that our curriculum library located at our OC Learning Center is officially opening! The listed events and the curriculum library are located at our OC Learning…
Challenge of the Week
As you and your family talk about 2020 New Year’s resolutions, one idea might be to add “Strengthening the ability to make logical guesses” to your child’s list of resolutions!…
Learner Spotlight: Everett Stanchfield
iLEAD Exploration learner Everett Stanchfield is a kindergartener whose exuberance and enthusiasm can be seen and felt as soon as you meet him. Full of life and energy, Everett is…
Field Studies in Review
Valley Trails Native American Field Study At Valley Trails in Castaic, learners enjoyed learning about the Chumash Native Americans by making paintbrushes out of a yucca plant, making paint from…
Challenge of the Week
Big challenges are best tackled in small doses! Here’s another tip to help your learner climb the testing mountain with small steps to success! Instead of trying to complete pages…
Learner Spotlight: Joshua Bird
independent studying was not the plan for iLEAD Exploration 9th grader Josh Bird, but by the end of 7th grade it was clear to his mom, Mary, that he was…
TED Talk: Zest
Zest is having zeal or enthusiasm for life! Check out Taylor Wilson’s incredible passion and zest for what he is doing! What gets you and your kids excited to be…
Volunteer Opportunities
Attention, volunteers! If you are looking for a way to give back, there are many places and organizations that would appreciate and need what you have to offer! Visit Volunteer Match for endless opportunities to…
Challenge of the Week
MobyMax subscriptions are provided for free to iLEAD learners. MobyMax test prep is a comprehensive adaptive review used to improve content knowledge and address gaps in learning for grades K-8….
Tales2go
Wondering what to do for a reading program for your K-12 learners? Look no further than your complimentary Tales2go subscription. There’s more to the Tales2go App than just a great…
Learner Spotlight: Aunchalee Olguin
Since becoming a independent studyer with iLEAD Exploration in 2017, 8th grader Aunchalee Olguin has blossomed into a happy learner who lives a life filled with zest and wonder. She…
SLO of the Month: Zest
For the month of December, our Schoolwide Learner Outcome (SLO) is zest. You may be asking yourself, “What is zest, and why is it an important character trait?” Think of…
Talent Show and Artisan Boutique
Join us for iLEAD’s 2nd annual Artisan Boutique on December 6, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Come enjoy our talented learners as they perform and support our creative…
Challenge of the Week!
This week’s challenge speaks to a technical aspect of testing. Our learners take most standardized tests on laptops with touchpads. By familiarizing them with the touchpad, we can help them…
National Letter Writing Day
Dear Reader, It has been so long since we wrote, but we are taking the time to write because it’s National Letter Writing Day on December 7! With the advent…
Learner Spotlight: Shayna Hewitt
iLEAD Exploration 8th grade learner Shayna Hewitt has the perfect motto to bring gratitude front and center in her life: “Not every day is a good day, but there’s good…
December Field Trip Release
Mark your calendars! We are excited to announce that our next field trip release (through the iLEAD Exploration website) will be on Tuesday, December 3 at 10:00 a.m.