Monday message 08.10.2026

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Dear SCVi Families,

We hope that you have been enjoying the summer and have made many happy memories. We are looking forward to having all of our returning and new learners on campus at SCVi (28060 Hasley Canyon Rd, Castaic, CA) on Tuesday, August 11, for the first day of school! Below are a few important dates to mark on your calendar. As always, we are here to support you and your child, so please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions. 

School Hours

Lower School

  • Transitional Kindergarten (TK): 
    • Monday-Thursday/Regular Day: 8:30 AM – 12:45 PM
    • Friday/Minimum Day: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Grades K-7:
    • Monday-Thursday/Regular Day: 8:30 AM – 3:10 PM 
    • Friday/Minimum Day: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM 

Upper School

  • Grades 8-12:
    • Monday-Thursday/Regular Day: 8:30 AM – 3:10 PM
    • Friday/Minimum Day: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM 

Important Dates to Remember

TK-7 Meet the Facilitator Night: Monday, August 10, at 5:00-6:30 PM

Families of incoming TK-7th graders, we hope you’ll join us for our Meet the Facilitator Night at SCVi! This is your chance to explore SCVi’s campus, see your child’s classroom space, and meet your child’s facilitator for the year! You’ll also be able to gather your child’s classroom wish list, school supply list, and more. We hope you can join us!

First Day of School: Tuesday, August 11

School doors will open up at 8:10 AM, with school beginning at 8:30 AM. We encourage you to take advantage of our valet system, the fastest and safest way for your children to start their school day. Morning valet is curbside at the front of the Lower School, and afternoon valet is located off of Industry Drive. Drop-off begins at 8:10 AM. 

School Closed for Labor Day: Monday, September 7

Minimum Day and Back to School Night: Thursday, September 17, at 5:00–6:30 PM

Please mark your calendar for a minimum day on Thursday, September 17. On minimum days, learners are released at the same time as they are released on Fridays (12:30 PM).

That evening, please plan to join for Back to School Night at 5:00-6:30 PM. This event will help you know what to expect throughout the year, what project-based learning looks like in the classroom, the various types of assessments we use, school culture, and much more. It is a very informative evening where valuable information will be given. We look forward to seeing you there!

Academic Calendar

You can access our Academic Calendar on our website.

Communication

ParentSquare

Please be sure that you have activated your ParentSquare account. Important reminders and information regarding school emergencies and events will be relayed through this system. ParentSquare sends emails, texts, and if you download the app (http://parentsquare.com/signin), app notifications too. 

Monday Message, Weekly Updates and School Website

The Monday Message is sent out each week to all of our families. It includes articles, upcoming events, pictures of learners, updates, and other pertinent information regarding school activities. You can subscribe to the Monday Message by entering your email in our Monday Message sign-up window in the footer of our website: ileadsantaclarita.org. You can also find all of our Monday Messages and other important information archived on our website at ileadsantaclarita.org/monday-message.

Weekly updates are sent out to you from your child’s facilitator and contain very important information regarding classroom instruction and other imperative information. 

Social Media

SCVi has two social media platforms for families and friends to access. Our Facebook and Instagram accounts are constantly updated with pictures of our learners and descriptions of the learning process. Please check out our Facebook and Instagram.

Before and After School Care

Our Extended Learning Program provides learners with a safe and fun environment before and after school. If you are interested in this program, please fill out our interest form. If you have questions, please reach out to our Extended Care Program team at ext.care@scvi-k12.org or (661) 505-9404.

Stay tuned for more information to come as we begin our new year together!

With gratitude,

Martha Spansel-Pellico and Chad Powell
School Directors

Upcoming Events

calendar, post-it notes

8/27: Lower School Picture Day

9/3: Minimum Day (TK – 7)

Mon., 9/7: Labor Day – No School

Fri., 9/11: First Responders Assembly

Thur., 9/17: Minimum Day

Thur., 9/17: Back to School Night, 5:00-6:30 PM

Mon., 9/21: Adventure Zone Kickoff

Thur., 9/24: Minimum Day

Thur.-Fri., 9/24-25: Individualized Learning Plans

Academic Calendar

Bell Schedule

Campus tours are available by appointment. RSVP

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