There is no school on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 in honor of Veteran’s Day. It would be great home learning this week to take the time to discuss the meaning of this great holiday in your family. And please honor the importance of education by being present at school tomorrow, November 10th. We look forward […]
Good Evening, Innovations Families, This week is election week. I hope all of you know that Marshall Tuck is running for State Superintendent of Education. He has a strong track record of support for charter schools. Please take this into consideration when you vote. Last year, Gov Brown changed the funding structure for public schools […]
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All parents care about the academic progress of our children. As you know, we have a no MEANINGLESS homework policy at IA. Our policy is designed to help families in several ways: It helps you have time to work on academics in a personalized way for your family and your children. It also helps families […]
Good Evening, Innovations Families, Halloween is right around the corner. It is an exciting holiday for many children. At IA We are privileged to experience diversity of culture, religion and background in our very own community and we respect and embrace each one. Costumes we see in stores at Halloween can sometimes suggest attitudes that […]
As you know, IA has a no meaningless homework policy. I suspect there may be a few folks who worry about this. While teaching over 20 years ago, I came to the conclusion that homework does more damage than good (if any) . I encourage you to research this topic because it is important to […]
Good Evening, Innovations Families, Student-Teacher-Parent Conferences are coming the week of October 13th. Oct 13-16 we have minimum days and there is no school for students on Friday, October 17th due to staff development. Our pledge drive is under way. If each family gave $100, we could raise over $20,000. Please give what you can, […]
Good Evening, Innovations Families, The IA 14-15 Pledge Drive is underway. It will run from Sept 19- Oct 17. Please take the time to let us know you are invested in our school. There is no donation too big or small. Donations will be received any way you want to give them. Even online! https://innovationsacademy.org/fundraising/pledge-drive/ […]
Information for the week of 9/14/14 OPEN FULL DAY TOMORROW Innovations Academy will be open for a full school day tomorrow. We have air conditioning and will keep the kids indoors as necessary for their safety and well-being. YOUR FAMILY FIELD TRIP The Library System is a great resource for families. I would like you […]
One of our Innovations Families is dealing with Microcephaly and would like to share this Microcephaly flier with our families. Please see the attached flier and wear yellow on September 30th to show your support.