Please join our iLEAD Family at Rawley Duntley Park (3334 W Ave K, Lancaster, CA) on Friday, August 8, from 10:00 AM to noon. We will have popsicles to enjoy! Make new friends, meet other families, and say hi to our staff! We will also have spirit wear for sale, including T-shirts and sweatshirts. See you there!
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iLEAD AV Exploration Back to School Parent Orientation: August 11
iLEAD AV Exploration parents, join us Monday, August 11, at noon for a whole-group session where we will introduce returning and new staff and discuss curriculum changes (including new math and novel studies!). We will also discuss expectations and upcoming events.
Educational Facilitators will present every 30 minutes in breakout rooms to introduce which courses they’ll be facilitating and expectations for their grade levels.
Please see ParentSquare for the link to join.
Schedule:
- 12:00 – 12:30: Whole-group Zoom session
- 12:30 – 1:00: Session 1: Educational Facilitator presentations
- 1:00 – 1:30: Session 2: Educational Facilitator presentations
- 1:30 – 2:00: Session 3: Educational Facilitator presentations
Important: Please ensure you are in a quiet space where you can listen, take notes, and ask questions. This session is designed for parents and is not a Zoom class for learners. It is essential to attend each session by the Educational Facilitator(s) assigned to your child(ren), as they may have different approaches.
iLEAD AV Exploration School Photo Portraits: August 26
iLEAD AV Exploration partners with Michelle McCoy Photography for our school photos! More information will be shared soon, including details on available photo packages and optional school ID cards for purchase. Save the date and stay tuned!
- Date: Tuesday, August 26
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
We’re looking forward to a fantastic year at iLEAD AV Exploration!
iSUPPORT Meeting and Get the Tea with Tina and Terri: September 2
We love our Parent Support Group: iSUPPORT! iSUPPORT is a group of parents/guardians who help plan and organize events. It’s a great way to get involved and meet other parents.
Interested in joining? Our first meeting will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, September 2, at 3:00-3:30 PM. The Zoom link will be sent via ParentSquare.
Immediately following the iSUPPORT meeting, we hold “Get the Tea with Tina and Terri.” This is a time you can ask our director and lead facilitator any question you may have. We also welcome feedback, requests, and new ideas. There is no set agenda for this. It’s just a time to chat with the admin and ask questions. We will conclude no later than 4:00 PM.
Stay Connected to iLEAD AV Studio with ParentSquare
iLEAD Antelope Valley Studio uses ParentSquare for school-to-home communications. Here’s what you can do with ParentSquare:
- Receive messages from the school via email, text, or app notification. (Download the iOS App or Android App.)
- Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once with a daily digest at 6 PM.
- Communicate in your preferred language.
- Direct message facilitators and staff.
- Sign forms and permission slips, sign up for events or to volunteer, and more all from your desktop or mobile device.
If you haven’t yet done so, please see below for instructions to activate your account.
Stay Connected to iLEAD AV Exploration with ParentSquare
iLEAD Antelope Valley Exploration uses ParentSquare for school-to-home communications. Here’s what you can do with ParentSquare:
- Receive messages from the school via email, text, or app notification. (Download the iOS App or Android App.)
- Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once with a daily digest at 6 PM.
- Communicate in your preferred language.
- Direct message facilitators and staff.
- Sign forms and permission slips, sign up for events or to volunteer, and more all from your desktop or mobile device.
If you haven’t yet done so, please see below for instructions to activate your account.
Upcoming Events
iLEAD AV Studio
- Mon., 6/9 – Mon., 8/11: Summer Break
- Thur., 8/7: iLEAD AV Studio Meet the Facilitator Night, 5:00-7:00 PM
- Mon., 8/11: iSUPPORT Meeting/Elections, at 5:00 PM via Zoom
- Tue., 8/12: First Day of 2025-26 School Year
- Mon., 9/1: Labor Day – No School
- Thur., 9/4: Minimum Day – All Grades
- Thur., 9/4: Back to School Night, 5:00-6:30 PM
- Thur., 9/11: Minimum Day – All Grades
- Thur.-Fri., 9/25-26: Individualized Learning Plans
Click here for the school year calendar.
iLEAD AV Exploration (Home Study)
- Mon., 6/9 – Mon., 8/11: Summer Break
- Wed.-Thur., 8/6-7: New Family Curriculum Pickup
- Fri., 8/8: Popsicles in the Park – Meet Your Facilitator, Rawley Duntley Park, 10:00 AM to noon
- Mon., 8/11: Back to School Parent Orientation on Zoom, 12:00-2:00 PM
- Tue., 8/12: First Day of 2025-26 School Year
- Tue., 8/26: School Pictures
- Mon., 9/1: Labor Day – No School
Click here for the school year calendar.
Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens
We want to make sure all our families have access to meals this summer. Nutritious summer meals are available for all individuals ages 18 and under at nearby locations. Meal sites often include fun activities for kids as well!
Find a Nearby Meal Site Using These Resources
Download the California Department of Education (CDE) CA Meals for Kids Mobile Application
Search the CDE Summer Meal Service Sites web page
More Ways You Can Find Healthy Food During the Summer
Learn about SUN Bucks, a program that provides money to families to buy groceries for their school-aged children during the summer.
Visit the California Association of Food Banks website to find a food bank near you.
Learn how to participate in the Market Match Program to double your CalFresh Food dollars at a farmers market.
Find a farmers market using the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Certified Farmers Markets Locator.
Call 2-1-1 for information on food assistance programs.
iLEAD AV Studio Meet the Facilitator Night: August 7
iLEAD AV Studio families, we hope you’ll join us for our Meet the Facilitator Night on Thursday, August 7, from 5:00-7:00 PM! You’ll have a chance to meet your child’s facilitator (teacher), learn about upcoming events, and more.
We’ll host stations on the following topics and more:
- Valet Cards (Please bring ID)
- iSUPPORT Sign-Up
- ParentSquare Info
We can’t wait to see your family there!
iLEAD AV Exploration 2025-26 Curriculum Pickup
As we gear up for an amazing 2025-26 school year at iLEAD AV Exploration, we want to make sure families know which curriculum pick-up dates apply to them.
Returning Families
If your learner is returning to iLEAD AV Exploration, your curriculum pick-up dates are as follows:
- Monday, July 28, through Thursday, July 31
Be sure to sign up via ParentSquare to select your time slot.
New Families
If you’re new to our program this year, welcome! Your designated pick-up dates are as follows:
- Wednesday, August 6, through Thursday, August 7
Please sign up via ParentSquare to reserve your pick-up time.
Curriculum pick-up will take place at our iLEAD AV Exploration site.
Be sure your Master Agreement is signed before arriving.
Let’s make it a smooth and successful start to the year!
