Future-Proofing Your Student's Career with AI Integration In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Dr. Kevin Fleming to discuss the transformative role of AI in college and career planning. Dr. Fleming explains how AI is changing the educational and professional landscape at an unprecedented pace. With over 26 years in education, he shares insights on preparing students for a dynamic future, emphasizing the importance of academic, life, employability, and technical skill...
Unlocking the Potential of High School Counselors at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses the comprehensive role of high school counselors with Coral Prendergast and Mackenzie Akins from Sage Oak. They explore how counselors provide both academic and social-emotional support, assist with college and career planning, and offer unique opportunities such as dual enrollment in community colleges. The team also highlights various career technical education (CTE)...
Career Preparation and Flexibility with Sage Oak: Insights from Lexy Peterson In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses career preparation for Sage Oak students with Lexy Peterson from the Virtual Learning Academy program. Lexy shares her journey at Sage Oak and her passion for career readiness, emphasizing the significance of nurturing student curiosity and exposing them to various career pathways. The conversation highlights the Oakschool program, Pathways program, and...
In the 100th episode of the Sage Studio Podcast, host Tiffiny Webster celebrates this milestone by featuring Violet Ee, a 15-year-old sophomore at Sage Oak and a competitive figure skater. Violet discusses how she manages to balance her rigorous training schedule with her academic responsibilities, thanks to the flexibility and strong curriculum at Sage Oak. She shares her journey in figure skating, her methods for handling perfectionism and pressure, and her future aspirations to study pre-m...
Career Readiness and Identity Formation at Sage Oak: An In-depth Evaluation In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Steve Regur, founder, and CEO of Educators Cooperative, to Sage Oak as a Career Connected School. Regur explains the importance of preparing students for life beyond high school, emphasizing career readiness as a mental health habit. He commends Sage Oak for engaging students in meaningful career conversations that enhance their self-identity and futur...
Exploring Oakschool: Enrichment, Core Classes, and Career Prep at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes back Katie Tuttle, the senior administrator for Oakschool, to discuss the various opportunities available at Oakschool. They delve into both enrichment and core classes spanning from TK to 12th grade, highlighting offerings such as writing, history, fashion, first aid, cooking, clay sculpting, and digital design. Tuttle explains the importance of industry-a...
Exciting Updates for Sage Oak High School: New Programs, Growth, and Opportunities In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes Kate Bayless, the new high school Assistant Principal at Sage Oak. Kate shares her journey at Sage Oak and discusses the exciting developments for the 2025-2026 school year. Topics include the growing student body, new staff additions, and expanded course offerings like Gothic Literature, Physics, and Environmental Science. Kate also highlights the ...
Back to School with Sage Oak's Personalized Learning Academy In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses Back to School with the Personalized Learning Academy (PLA). Featured guests include Christy Hartman and Taylore Coulombe, newly appointed Assistant Principals, along with Lauren Holman, the Middle School Coordinator. They discuss the unique features of the PLA program, and the support available for parents and students. They highlight the Sage Crate curri...
Exploring the Virtual Learning Academy at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses the Virtual Learning Academy at Sage Oak with Principal Lana Beshara and Assistant Principal Mary Hizon-Barry. They dive into the structure, unique features, and recent changes of the Virtual Learning Academy program. Topics include the integration of AVID strategies, approaches to career readiness for students from TK through 8th grade, and details about upcoming events and enro...
Exploring Parent and Student Involvement Committees at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster and guests Lorinda Loughlin and Bethany Burgos introduce the various committees available for parents and students to get involved with at Sage Oak for the upcoming school year. The committees discussed include the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC), English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC), Student Advisory Committee (STAC), and the newly introduced Sage Connections Committee (...
Simple, Fun, and Easy Summer Learning Activities with Allie Whalen In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster welcomes back school counselor Allie Whalen to discuss preparing for summer with a comprehensive and engaging summer bucket list. Allie shares valuable insights on how families can ensure their students remain active both academically and socially over the summer break. They explore various activities that can be done at home, within local communities, and even through trav...
Celebrating the Sage Oak Graduates of 2025 In this heartfelt episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffany Webster celebrates the graduating class of 2025. Alumni Kenzie Robles, Rohit, Pooja Datir, Evangelina Hokey, and Amelia Hernandez share their inspiring journeys and offer sage advice for the future. Tiffany discusses the values of service, accountability, growth mindset, and excellence that Sage Oak students have developed. This episode serves as an encouraging send-off, reminding graduates of t...
Empowering Through Volunteerism: Interview with Service Award Winner Ella Mendez In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster converses with high school student and this year's service award winner, Ella Mendez. Ella shares her passion for community service, detailing her extensive involvement in various volunteer activities, particularly in community theater. She talks about her journey in volunteering, from helping backstage and running fundraisers to mentoring children. Ella empha...
Navigating High School Transformation: Madeline Murrow's Journey at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster converses with Sage Oak High School senior Madeline Murrow. Madeline shares her four-year journey at Sage Oak, highlighting the flexibility and unique opportunities the school provides, such as independent study, ASB involvement, and dual enrollment at a community college. She discusses her extensive extracurricular activities, including her leadership roles, volu...
Exploring PE and Outdoor School at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster discusses the importance of physical education (PE) and outdoor activities with Nicole Wilcoxon and Daniel Richter, Personalized Learning Teachers (PLTs) at Sage Oak. The guests share their experiences and methods for engaging students in PE and Outdoor School, highlighting their approaches to introducing various sports and outdoor skills. They also discuss the structure and scheduling of classes...
Emma Pierce's Journey to Early Graduation at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster interviews Emma Pierce, a 10th grade student at Sage Oak who is on track to graduate early. Emma shares her educational journey, discussing how she first came to Sage Oak, her experiences with dual enrollment college classes, and how she balances academic pursuits with extracurricular activities like horseback riding and martial arts. Emma also touches on her volunteer work and how the ...
Parent Insights on Personalized Learning: An Interview with Michelle Murphy In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster interviews Michelle Murphy, a parent with two children enrolled in Sage Oak's personalized learning program. Michelle shares her story about finding the personalized program she was loooking for with Sage Oak. They discuss the flexibility and support provided by Sage Oak, including input from learning facilitators and a variety of curriculum choices that meet their...
Unlocking the Benefits of Concurrent Enrollment at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Sage Oak School Counselor Coral Prendergast to discuss the advantages of concurrent enrollment for high school students. They explain how Sage Oak students can take community college classes to earn both high school and college credit simultaneously, a program that is tuition-free with some minor fees. They cover the types of classes available through this program, in...
Exploring Virtual Learning at Sage Oak In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by three teachers from the Virtual Learning Academy—Kathleen Duguid, Christina Trujillo, and Amanda Saunders. They discuss the dynamics and structure of virtual classrooms, including morning meetings, breakout rooms, and small group interactions. The teachers share insights on how they build classroom communities, personalize learning, and conduct interactive sessions online. They also highl...
Exploring Sage Oak's Virtual Learning Academy: A Parent's Journey In this episode of Sage Studio, host Tiffiny Webster is joined by Malissa Guerra, a parent of three children enrolled in Sage Oak's Virtual Learning Academy. Malissa shares her unexpected transition to virtual learning, detailing the seamless integration for her children, including the initial fears, support from teachers, and the adaptability for different grade levels. She highlights the benefits of the personalized learning...