Progress Reports and Parent Teacher Conferences Change

A Message from our Education Directors: Dear Journey School Parents, Are you wondering what happened to our usual November parent-teacher conferences? Did you notice in our school calendar that progress reports will be sent and shared during your parent teacher conference in late January this year? Either way, we wanted to let you know that […]

All Hallow’s Eve at Journey School: Bringing Light to the Darkness

One of Journey School’s core values is to be ‘celebratory, soul-nourishing, and joyful.’ One way we practice this important principle is through the seasonal festivals. We believe that a reverence and sense of guardianship for the earth and all her inhabitants are nurtured through these celebrations. The autumn festivals at Journey School begin with the […]

CAASPP Individual Student Results to be Available Soon

Journey Families will soon receive results from the new assessments students took last spring in grades 3-8. These new assessments are part of the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress, also referred to as CAASPP. Students will receive an overall score as well as placement on one of four tiers: standard not met, standard […]

8th Grade Projects: A Tradition of Rigor and Relevance

Each year, Journey students present individual 8th Grade Projects to the school community. This is a special opportunity to get to know our 8th graders as they each take the stage to share a subject of interest and to walk us through the process of completing a related hands-on project. It’s also an opportunity for […]

CAASPP and Smarter Balance Testing

The 2015 CAASPP student assessments are a mix of online and paper-pencil assessments. The online component contains the Smarter Balanced English language arts/literacy (ELA) and mathematics tests. The paper-pencil component includes CST/CMA/CAPA science tests and the optional STS for RLA. Click here for more information about California Testing in 2015. Journey School Schedule: 5/11 – […]

Journey School Named STEM Award Finalist, Students Excel in Science & Health

Congratulations Students for ONGOING EXCELLENCE in Science! Last year, the CA Superintendent of Public Instruction recognized Journey for excellence in Environmental Education, Health, and Stewardship; US Secretary of Education Duncan then selected Journey as a US Green Ribbon School; and students hosted federal, state, and local officials on campus to share their learning experiences. We […]

Journey Alumni Advice for a Smooth High School Transition

Read these tips for high school success from Journey School alumni: Check your high school website a lot—seize opportunities Set up a meeting with your counselor—get the scoop Challenge yourself: A-G University Requirements Participate in sports, clubs, and ASB—get involved Manage your time and take good notes—be organized Take advantage of tutorials—ask for help early […]