Field Trips and Service Projects
iLEAD’s epic community building and planning team sets us apart! With over 100 field trips and service projects planned throughout the year, there is certainly something for everyone to enjoy! By listening to our families’ suggestions, a wide variety of field trips and service projects have been planned for each region we service.
Another exciting benefit to homeschooling are the special discounts and/or events offered by local businesses, museums, or other entities to independent study families.
Upcoming Events
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Gentle Barn Tour – Thurs. April 19th
*Tickets for this event become available on Feb 6th at 10am* A visit to The Gentle Barn provides children from any background a great opportunity to learn about farm animals with their unique features and personalities. You will get an intimate 2-hour experience as they share the history of The Gentle Barn, personally introduce you to all of their animals, and share their stories of rescue and recovery. You will also get to brush and hug the cows, feed the…
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Colorado Lagoon Meet Up
*Tickets will become available on Feb 6th at 10am* Visit the newly restored Colorado Lagoon nature trail and native garden. This is a short walk where we can explore and identify different native plants and keep a lookout for different salt marsh bird species. Walk begins at 10:30am. Parking is free. Please wear comfortable shoes and if you have binoculars, bring them! Can't join us? View an introduction of the Colorado Lagoon: https://vimeo.com/24010835 and check it out yourself! *Ticket sales will close…
Nature Hike with Naturalist for You
*Tickets for this event will be available on Feb 6th at 10am* Go on a fun nature hike with naturalist Joel Robinson. Learn about the birds, flora and fauna in a beautiful natural setting! Stop frequently to observe and Identify plants and wildlife along the well-shaded woodland! Multiple creek access points. Check out a cave in a solid wall of rock. Opportunity to get wet! Visit a 30-foot waterfall and enjoy a picnic lunch. CHANCE OF SEEING BLACK BEARS! Learner funds…
Riley’s Farm Gold Rush Tour
*Tickets will become available for this event Feb 6th at 10am* It's a Gold Rush Adventure at Riley's Farm! Come join us and experience a day in the life of a Forty-Niner and see how gold was found! *For this event learner funds may be used to purchase learner tickets only.* Parents and siblings must purchase tickets below. Lunch is available for purchase, but you can bring a picnic lunch. Free parking in upper parking lot. *Ticket sales will close on…
CAASPP testing Ventura
CAASPP testing Ventura State Testing - Language Arts, Math and Science 3rd-8th and 11th- Language Arts and Math 5th, 8th, 12th-Science
CAASPP testing Seal Beach
CAASPP testing Seal Beach State Testing - Language Arts, Math and Science 3rd-8th and 11th- Language Arts and Math 5th, 8th, 12th-Science
Rockin’ Jump Palmdale
*Tickets for this event will be available February 6, 2018 at 10am.* Rockin’ Jump in Palmdale is the ultimate trampoline park offering trampolines, a stunt air bag, jousting, rock climbing walls and much more for a great mix of enjoyment and exercise. Purchase the Ticket for $13.50 if your child NEEDS Rockin' Jump Socks. If they ALREADY have Rockin' Jump Socks you may purchase the $10.50 ticket. All jumpers must be able to walk and jump on their own in…
CAASPP testing LA
CAASPP testing LA State Testing - Language Arts, Math and Science 3rd-8th and 11th- Language Arts and Math 5th, 8th, 12th-Science
CAASPP testing SCVi
CAASPP testing SCVi State Testing - Language Arts, Math and Science 3rd-8th and 11th- Language Arts and Math 5th, 8th, 12th-Science
“Parenting with Love and Logic” Webinar Series
Join us for a webinar series to learn how to show love and empathy while setting limits and holding children accountable with logical consequences. We will be diving deep into the Five Core Principles of Love and Logic and learn practical tools and skills to help develop well-behaved, happy, and responsible kids from the comfort of your computer at home! Each session will conclude with Q & A to customize your experience. Please RSVP to matt.watson@ileadschools.org as enrollment is limited.…
CAASPP testing Ontario
CAASPP testing Ontario State Testing - Language Arts, Math and Science 3rd-8th and 11th- Language Arts and Math 5th, 8th, 12th-Science
CAASPP testing Irvine
CAASPP testing Irvine State Testing - Language Arts, Math and Science 3rd-8th and 11th- Language Arts and Math 5th, 8th, 12th-Science
CAASPP testing Encino
CAASPP testing Encino State Testing – Language Arts, Math and Science 3rd-8th and 11th- Language Arts and Math 5th, 8th, 12th-Science
End of Learning Period 8/Save Attendance
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Memorial Day/No School
Today is Memorial Day. There is no school. Enjoy the holiday.
In N Out Lancaster
*RSVP tickets open for this event on February 6, 2018 at 10am.* Have you ever wanted to know more about where IN-N-OUT gets their ingredients or how they make their fries so fresh and delicious? Join us for a fun opportunity to tour In-N-Out!! The tour is 45 minutes to 1 hour. You will get to hear about the history of the company and get to tour the kitchen. After the tour each child will get a complimentary meal. Children…
Centennial Farm Tour
*Ticket sales begin on Feb 6th at 10am* Join us for a discovery tour of Centennial Farm! It is a three-acre working farm, home to fruit and vegetable gardens, and an array of livestock.We will learn about nutrition and our agricultural roots. We hope to see you there! Feel free to pack a lunch to eat after our tour on the grounds! Free parking onsite. Check out this video to see what to expect! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1hkIaOwpIQ *Ticket sales for this event will…
Santa Ana Zoo Self Guided Tour
*Tickets will become available Feb 6th at 10am* Join us for a self guided tour of the Santa Ana Zoo! Also lovingly called "Monkey Zoo," the founder, Joseph Prentice, required that the zoo have fifty monkeys at all times. This zoo is home to over 80 different species of animals. Free activities are available for before and after your visit along with on-site lesson plans if you wish to use them. You can also download an MP3 Audio Tour! For…
San Diego Zoo Tour
*Tickets will be available for this event on Feb 6th at 10am* Come for a self-guided tour of the San Diego Zoo and all their amazing animals! Families can explore all day on their own. Things to bring include a sack lunch, sunscreen, and comfortable clothes and shoes. Ticket cost does not include bus tram or skyfari. There are 60 learner spots and 30 adults spots available! Please limit 1 adult per family. Learner funds may be used to purchase iLead…
Last Day of School/End of Semester 2/LP9 Ends
Last Day of School End of Semester 2 LP9 Ends Have a wonderful summer!
Past Field Trips
iLEAD learners and families drove from all corners of the greater Los Angeles area to visit the highly acclaimed King Tut exhibit at the California Science Center on the first day of spring break. We were sad to learn that… Read More
On Wednesday, March 7, a group of iLEAD families enjoyed a wonderful tour of La Mirada Fire Station No. 49. Learners toured the station to see where the firefighters eat, sleep, work, and even do chores while on duty. They learned… Read More
March 14 was a beautiful day on the campus of UCLA for a tour! Our learners enjoyed their time walking around the campus learning about what it’s like to attend college at the world’s most applied-to public university. The popular… Read More
iLEAD Exploration learners participated in the Lucy-Lou Mine Immersion at the Irvine Ranch Outdoor Education Center on Monday, March 5. They rotated through several stations learning about rocks and minerals as it relates to the history of the Gold Rush…. Read More
The IN-N-OUT field trip in Seal Beach was a lot of fun!! The learners toured the kitchen and learned about food storage and preparations. They even learned about some secret menu items! The learners especially enjoyed getting to cut potatoes… Read More
Quality You Can Taste. On Feb. 26, a group of iLEAD Exploration learners learned how this motto is carried out each day at the IN-N-OUT BURGER in Rancho Santa Margarita. Learners observed firsthand that cleanliness, friendliness and conscientiousness are the important… Read More