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8th Graders, Explore iLEAD High School Options

Dear Families of 8th Graders,

As your child prepares for high school, we’re excited to share the diverse educational options available through iLEAD. Our WASC-approved high schools offer project-based learning, personalized support, and a focus on developing the whole person—nurturing leaders who are lifelong learners, empathetic citizens, authentic individuals, and design thinkers. We invite you to explore the following iLEAD high school options, each designed to empower your learner to excel in school and in life.

Independent Study Options

iLEAD Exploration logoiLEAD Exploration offers the flexibility of learning from home, supported by the resources of a comprehensive charter school. Catering to diverse learning styles and preferences, iLEAD Exploration empowers high schoolers to pursue their passions with personalized support from certified educational facilitators. iLEAD Exploration offers NCAA-approved and UC a-g approved courses, ensuring learners are on track for college and beyond. Dedicated college counselors support learners through every step of the college preparation process, from exploring career options and selecting appropriate coursework to navigating applications, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities. Learn more here.

iLEAD Online logo (2)iLEAD Online seamlessly integrates independent study into a virtual high school model. Learners enjoy the flexibility of online coursework from home while receiving expert guidance and personalized support from certified educators, academic coaches, and college counselors who provide guidance on course selection as well as college applications, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities. iLEAD Online also offers NCAA-approved and UC a-g approved courses. Through innovative online platforms and resources, learners access lessons, collaborate with peers, and receive personalized feedback. Join an info session!

Hybrid Options

Empower Generations logoEmpower Generations High School in Lancaster, CA, offers a comprehensive independent study program tailored to accommodate each learner. With a blend of online coursework, one-on-one support from dedicated mentors, a dynamic studio environment, and access to community partnerships, learners can balance their academic and individual pursuits, ensuring they have the support they need to succeed academically while engaging in personalized, hands-on learning. Each EGHS learner also benefits from individualized attention from a dedicated counselor who works closely with them to develop a plan for college and career success. Join an info session!

iLEAD Agua Dulce logoiLEAD Agua Dulce in Agua Dulce, CA, offers high schoolers a dynamic independent study program in a close-knit community atmosphere. Learners thrive in a hybrid learning model featuring project-based learning, Career-Connected Learning, the International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP), personalized college and career counseling, and résumé-building extracurriculars, including the National Honor Society, UN International Mock Trial, service learning, internships, clubs, and activities. Take a tour!

Classroom-Based or Home Study Options

SCVi logoSCVi Charter School in Santa Clarita, CA, offers both classroom-based and home study options, providing a dynamic learning environment focused on personalized, project-based learning. Rooted in exploration, collaboration, and real-world application, SCVi empowers learners to own their education. Offerings include the International Baccalaureate Career Program (IB CP), TK-12 Aerospace Pathway, and dual enrollment. SCVi provides comprehensive college counseling support, including guidance on course selection, college applications, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities, ensuring learners are well prepared for their postsecondary education journey. Join an info session!

Schoolwide Learner Outcomes: Empathetic Citizen

iLEAD is excited to continue our Schoolwide Learner Outcomes series. Our February focus is Empathetic Citizen: “I seek to understand and appreciate what others are thinking, feeling, or experiencing.” This article has several tips to help you cultivate empathy in your child: “Cultivating Empathetic Citizens: Nurturing Compassion and Understanding in Your Child.”

What are Schoolwide Learner Outcomes?

At iLEAD, we believe that education should extend beyond traditional academic knowledge. Our purposeful approach revolves around the iLEAD Schoolwide Learner Outcomes, a collective vision that encapsulates our aspirations for each individual’s education.

The iLEAD Schoolwide Learner Outcomes serve as our compass, guiding us in shaping each child’s educational journey.

In the course of a child’s career with iLEAD Schools, our learners will engage with a relevant and rigorous curriculum that will prepare them for success personally and professionally.

The following are the expected Schoolwide Learner Outcomes that our learners develop:

iLEAD by being a/an…

Lifelong Learner

I am a self-directed learner, focused on personal growth and development.

Empathetic Citizen

I seek to understand and appreciate what others are thinking, feeling, or experiencing.

Authentic Individual

I am true to myself, my personality, values, beliefs, and principles.

Design Thinker

I am a creative, imaginative individual who explores original ideas, takes risks, and develops innovative solutions that I share with others.

Upcoming Events

iLEAD AV Studio

  • Mon., 2/3: Kids Heart Health Challenge Kickoff, 2:00 PM
  • Mon., 2/17: Presidents’ Day – No School
  • Fri., 3/14: Learner Free Day
  • Fri., 3/21: TK/K Roundup and Open House, 4:00-6:00 PM. RSVP
  • Fri., 3/28: 2025-26 Enrollment Lottery Application Deadline. Apply
  • Mon., 3/31-Mon., 4/7: Spring Break

Click here for the school year calendar.

iLEAD AV Exploration (Home Study)

  • Mon., 2/17: Presidents’ Day – No School
  • Fri., 3/14: Learner Free Day
  • Fri., 3/28: 2025-26 Enrollment Lottery Application Deadline. Apply
  • Mon., 3/31-Mon., 4/7: Spring Break
  • Thur., 4/10: Virtual TK/Kindergarten Roundup, 5:30 PM. RSVP
  • Fri., 4/18: In-Person TK/Kindergarten Roundup, Noon. RSVP

Click here for the school year calendar.

Parent Previews are available by appointment. RSVP

8th Graders, You’re Invited to Empower Generations’ Info Sessions & Campus Tours

Are you seeking a high school experience that goes beyond the ordinary? Discover Empower Generations High School, a free public school in our iLEAD network conveniently located near iLEAD Antelope Valley at 44236 10th Street West, Ste. 105, Lancaster, CA. You are invited to EGHS’s upcoming open house, info sessions, and on-campus tours. RSVP below to discover what Empower Generations has to offer, including the following:

  • Independent Study
  • Personalized Learning
  • Career Technical Education
  • College and Career Planning
  • Caring, Credentialed Educators
  • WASC Accredited
RSVP TODAY

Empower Generations

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Learner-Led Conferences: January 31

At iLEAD Antelope Valley Studio, we host Learner-Led Conferences (LLCs) to promote learner engagement, motivation, and achievement. Our next LLCs are scheduled for January 23, 24, and 31. These conferences create a purposeful way for learners to take ownership of their learning and to make meaningful connections with their families to support their academic and personal growth.

How LLCs Inspire Learners to Take Ownership of Their Learning

  • The learner prepares for the conference, which creates an authentic purpose for good organizational and communication skills.
  • The learner facilitates the meeting from start to finish.
  • The structure builds the learner’s sense of responsibility and accountability for their own learning.
  • The learner develops an understanding of what it means to meet learning targets and Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) goals.

What Is the Role of the Learner at an LLC?

  • To provide a detailed assessment of learning that has taken place through reflection.
  • To guide the parent/caregiver on a tour of their learning.

What Is the Role of the Parent/Caregiver at an LLC?

  • To attend the conference with the learner.
  • To listen attentively as the learner reviews work and progress toward ILP goals.
  • To ask questions, which fosters critical thinking and reflection as the learner reviews their work.
  • To write a note or letter to the child at the end of the conference.

What Is the Role of the Facilitator at an LLC?

  • To step back and ensure that the learner leads the conference.
  • To offer prompts as needed.

Your child’s facilitator will be in touch to ask you to make an appointment for the conference. We hope you will take advantage of this wonderful experience to support your child’s lifelong learning journey.

Ice Skating Meetup at The Cube: January 30

We are looking forward to our Ice Skating Meetup and National School Choice Week Celebration on Thursday, January 30, at The Cube Ice Skating Center in Santa Clarita. Please see ParentSquare for more information. We can’t wait to see you there!

Pictured: iLEAD AV Exploration Ice Skating Meetup at the Cube, January 2024.

Upcoming Events

iLEAD AV Studio

  • Sun., 1/26-Sat., 2/1: National School Choice and Spirit Week
  • Fri., 1/31: Learner-Led Conferences
  • Mon., 2/3: Kids Heart Health Challenge Kickoff, 2:00 PM
  • Mon., 2/17: Presidents’ Day – No School
  • Fri., 3/21: TK/K Roundup and Open House, 4:00-6:00 PM. RSVP
  • Fri., 3/28: 2025-26 Enrollment Lottery Application Deadline. Apply

Click here for the school year calendar.

iLEAD AV Exploration (Home Study)

  • Sun., 1/26-Sat., 2/1: National School Choice Week
  • Tue., 1/30: The Cube Ice Skating Meetup and School Choice Week Celebration
  • Mon., 2/17: Presidents’ Day – No School
  • Fri., 3/28: 2025-26 Enrollment Lottery Application Deadline. Apply
  • Thur., 4/10: Virtual TK/Kindergarten Roundup, 5:30 PM. RSVP
  • Fri., 4/18: In-Person TK/Kindergarten Roundup, Noon. RSVP

Click here for the school year calendar.

Parent Previews are available by appointment. RSVP

Learner-Led Conferences: January 23, 24, 31

At iLEAD Antelope Valley Studio, we host Learner-Led Conferences (LLCs) to promote learner engagement, motivation, and achievement. Our next LLCs are scheduled for January 23, 24, and 31. These conferences create a purposeful way for learners to take ownership of their learning and to make meaningful connections with their families to support their academic and personal growth.

How LLCs Inspire Learners to Take Ownership of Their Learning

  • The learner prepares for the conference, which creates an authentic purpose for good organizational and communication skills.
  • The learner facilitates the meeting from start to finish.
  • The structure builds the learner’s sense of responsibility and accountability for their own learning.
  • The learner develops an understanding of what it means to meet learning targets and Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) goals.

What Is the Role of the Learner at an LLC?

  • To provide a detailed assessment of learning that has taken place through reflection.
  • To guide the parent/caregiver on a tour of their learning.

What Is the Role of the Parent/Caregiver at an LLC?

  • To attend the conference with the learner.
  • To listen attentively as the learner reviews work and progress toward ILP goals.
  • To ask questions, which fosters critical thinking and reflection as the learner reviews their work.
  • To write a note or letter to the child at the end of the conference.

What Is the Role of the Facilitator at an LLC?

  • To step back and ensure that the learner leads the conference.
  • To offer prompts as needed.

Your child’s facilitator will be in touch to ask you to make an appointment for the conference. We hope you will take advantage of this wonderful experience to support your child’s lifelong learning journey.

Minimum Day for All Grades: January 23

Please note that Thursday, January 23, is a minimum day for all grades. On minimum days, learners are released at the same time they’re released on Fridays. This provides the necessary time for all our learners and families to participate in Learner-Led Conferences (LLCs).

Upcoming Events

iLEAD AV Studio

  • Mon., 1/20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School
  • Thur., 1/23: Minimum Day All Grades
  • Thur.-Fri., 1/23-24: Learner-Led Conferences
  • Sun., 1/26-Sat., 2/1: National School Choice and Spirit Week
  • Fri., 1/31: Learner-Led Conferences
  • Mon., 2/3: Kids Heart Health Challenge Kickoff, 2:00 PM
  • Fri., 3/21: TK/K Roundup and Open House, 4:00-6:00 PM. RSVP
  • Fri., 3/28: 2025-26 Enrollment Lottery Application Deadline. Apply

Click here for the school year calendar.

iLEAD AV Exploration (Home Study)

  • Mon., 1/20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School
  • Thur.-Fri., 1/23-24: Learner-Led Conferences
  • Sun., 1/26-Sat., 2/1: National School Choice Week
  • Tue., 1/30: The Cube Ice Skating Meetup and School Choice Week Celebration
  • Fri., 1/31: Learner-Led Conferences
  • Fri., 3/28: 2025-26 Enrollment Lottery Application Deadline. Apply
  • Thur., 4/10: Virtual TK/Kindergarten Roundup, 5:30 PM
  • Fri., 4/18: In-Person TK/Kindergarten Roundup, Noon

Click here for the school year calendar.