Monday Message
Graduation Festivities
Happy Graduation, High School Seniors! This past week, families celebrated the accomplishments of their seniors across the five counties we serve. Whether it be academics, service projects, or individual giftedness,…
Learner Spotlight: Lucy and Jack Kurtenacker
Lucy and Jack Kurtenacker are two of iLEAD Exploration’s amazing learners. Lucy has been homeschooled for two years and this is Jack’s first year to be homeschooled. Both Lucy and…
Centennial Farm Field Trip
Last week, iLEAD families visited the Centennial Farm. Chickens, pigs, oxen, kale and cabbage – it’s all good on the farm. Created to educate learners about agriculture and its importance to…
OC Learning Studio’s Great Spring Adventure!
For the second semester, iLEAD Exploration learners attending the OC Learning Studio went on so many wonderful educational adventures. Through STEAM activities and grade-level appropriate lessons, learners explored the worlds…
iLEAD Graduation and Eighth Grade Ceremonies
Hello, Dear Families! The staff at iLEAD Exploration is in celebration mode, as we have numerous seniors graduating across five counties. This week in Costa Mesa and at iLEAD’s founding…
Learner Spotlight: Claire and Will Larson
Claire and Will Larson are two talented and enthusiastic learners who are new to iLEAD Exploration this year. These siblings lean into their passions on a daily basis and are…
Journalism and Entrepreneurship Webinars
Are you an entrepreneur in grades 2-12? If so, here are two opportunities to participate in mentorship webinars with the editor-in-chief of Seventeen Magazine and/or the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine…
Summer Reading
Summer is almost here and so is summer reading! Here are some activities to keep you reading all summer long: 1) Barnes and Noble: Read any eight books this summer…
Summer Park Days
Happy Memorial Day to our Sweet Families! We hope you had a wonderful holiday with your friends and family. We are excited to roll out some new summer park days…
Cancelled: Soteric Academy Open House
Please note that the Soteric Academy Open House (advertised in last week’s Monday Message) on June 4 from 10 a.m. to noon has been cancelled.
Learner Spotlight: Wyatt Stockstill
Wyatt Stockstill is completing his first year with iLEAD Exploration as a TKer! It has been a great year for him! Wyatt has been learning so many exciting things. He…
Vendor Spotlight: Drum Lessons with Corey
Corey Townley is a drum instructor serving San Clemente, Rancho Santa Margarita and surrounding areas. He has offered private drum and percussion instruction for over 17 years in south Orange…
Educational YouTube Channels for Learners
Here are some educational, learner friendly YouTube channels for homeschooling families! MULTIPLE SUBJECTS Khan Academy – Khan Academy provides hundreds of videos about math, science, computer programming, history, art history,…
2018-2019 Complimentary Subscriptions
Hello, Families! We are very excited to announce five complimentary subscriptions for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year and 25 discounted subscriptions to choose from as part of our optional subscriptions…
Learner Spotlight: The Beck Family Trio
Avery, Garrett, and Grady Beck have been homeschooled their entire lives. They joined iLEAD Exploration during the 2016-17 school year. Being home schooled has allowed each one of them to…
iLEAD Informational Webinar
Do you know a family who is considering homeschooling, or wanting more information about iLEAD Exploration? If so, our directors are hosting an informational webinar that will help guide new…
Vendor Spotlight: Moonwater Farm
FARM CAMP returns for a third season! Learners will explore urban agriculture and art in a hands-on setting with activities that include: goats, cooking, equine science, art, farming, and drumming. The…