Monday Message
PSAT/NMSQT Testing
Registration is open for optional PSAT/NMSQT testing on October 16 (Costa Mesa) or October 19 (Santa Clarita) for 10th and 11th graders. This is the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test…
Naviance
We are pleased to offer the Naviance website to our high school learners. Naviance helps connect academic achievement to each student’s long-term goals – whether they’re applying to college, entering…
Introducing CTE
This year, we are excited to introduce a new program for our high school learners. Career and Technical Education (CTE) allows learners to essentially “major” in high school. It is…
Attention 12th Graders!
Looking for some one-on-one assistance with college applications? Schedule a meeting with our new College Advisor, Laura Kazan, as soon as possible! She will assist you in creating your college…
Summer Fun in June
Our experienced facilitators have put together some free or discounted activities for the month of June in your area that you may want to check out during our summer break….
Summer Fun in July
Here are some more ideas for the month of July. Please check out these opportunities to help you fill your summer calendars. Orange County All Summer: Bowers Museum in Santa…
Learner Spotlight: Harper & Jett Carney
If you happen to be looking for the Carney family, chances are you will find them outdoors. This sweet family of young iLEAD Exploration learners has fully embraced the adventure…
Vendor Spotlight: Be a Maker Club
Children love to create, and Be A Maker Club in Upland, CA offers them the space and the direction to do this! This thoughtful, child-focused vendor provides workshops where learners…
Learner Spotlight: Anna Zielke
iLEAD Exploration learner Anna Zielke is an outgoing and active 8th grader whose passions are acting and performing. She has been involved in the theater on and off since she…
Summer Reading Programs For Kids
Summer is the perfect time to strengthen your reading skills. Experts agree that reading is an important skill that affects academic success. Below are some summer reading programs that you…
Field Trip Fun
One of the final field trips for this school year was to Discovery Cube’s Ocean Quest. iLEAD Exploration learners enjoyed a tour of Discovery Cube’s Ocean Quest, along with a…
Learner Spotlight: Noah & Sky Naishtut
The Naishtut family has taken full advantage of their first year with iLEAD Exploration. Noah, 7th grade, and Sky, 4th grade, are excelling not only in their academics, but in…
Family Fun!
Looking for some ideas for the family fun? Celebrate reading with the Space Summer Reading Program, or enjoy some events listed on the California Living History website (this is a…
Camp Kindle Service Opportunity
Camp Kindle provides a five-day summer camp for children ages 5-12 with various special needs and medical complications. They are in search of volunteers for their upcoming session, and YOU…
Learner Spotlight: Owen Harris
iLEAD Exploration is proud to highlight freshman Owen Harris. Owen started independent studying in 5th grade and has been pursuing his passion for history and hands-on learning ever since. From…
Happy Mother’s Day!
This week, we would like to honor very special ladies who are both moms and teachers. We see how hard you strive to be the best mom and teacher to…
Learner Spotlight: The McLaughlin Family
The McLaughlins are longtime independent studyers who appreciate the freedom to pursue their passions and learn what interests them. Both Owen and Tess McLaughlin appreciate the flexibility to shape their…
Vendor Spotlight: Vibe Performing Arts Studios
Vibe Performing Arts Studios located in Santa Clarita offers instruction in singing, dancing, acting, instruments, and magic! Instructors create a warm, supportive environment for their students as they grow to…
iLEAD Experiments Launch to ISS
The progress of DreamUp 2019 has been building for months, as so many learners have risen to the challenge of creating a real-world experiment designed to help us learn more…
Upcoming Events in Los Angeles County
Join Fowler Museum Educators for an interactive storytelling experience as we look, listen, and learn in our special exhibition Guatemalan Masks: Selections from the Jeanne and Jim Pieper Collection with…
Japanese Festival
Come and celebrate the culture of Japan and all it has to offer. Anaheim’s first-ever Japanese festival is taking place Saturday, May 25th. Enjoy the experience of different Japanese cuisines,…