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 their potential and urging them to continue creating their pathways to success.

00:00 Introduction and Celebration
01:37 Messages from Alumni: Kenzie Robles
02:25 Messages from Alumni: Rohit Datir
03:07 Messages from Alumni: Pooja Datir
03:47 Messages from Alumni: Evangelina Hokey
04:31 Messages from Alumni: Amelia Hernandez
05:28 Reflecting on Alumni Advice
06:30 SAGE Values: Service
08:28 SAGE Values: Accountability
10:14 SAGE Values: Growth Mindset and Excellence
12:28 Creating Your Future
14:17 Final Words and Encouragement

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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 emphasizes the significant impact of volunteer work on personal growth and leadership skills. She also provides insights for other students interested in volunteering and discusses her plans to continue serving her community through theater after graduation. Tune in to learn more about Ella's inspiring story and her dedication to making a positive difference.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:39 Meet Ella Mendez: Service Award Winner
01:02 Diving into Community Service
01:34 Theater Volunteering: Behind the Scenes
06:02 Fundraising and Gaining Experience
07:24 Impact and Personal Growth
11:59 Future Plans and Advice for Aspiring Volunteers
14:52 Conclusion and Farewell

For more information about Sage Oak Charter Schools, visit www.sageoak.education

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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, volunteer work at a library, and a magazine internship that allowed her to publish over 30 articles. Madeline also touches on her plans to attend UC Berkeley with sophomore standing due to her accumulated college credits. This episode provides insights into how non-traditional educational paths can lead to exceptional personal and academic development.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:35 Madeline's Journey at Sage Oak
01:05 The Untraditional School Experience
01:57 Starting High School at Sage Oak
02:42 Extracurricular Activities and Opportunities
05:20 Dual Enrollment and College Preparation
09:17 Volunteering and Internships
12:07 Future Plans and Advice for Freshmen
17:50 Final Thoughts and Farewell

For more information about Sage Oak Charter Schools, visit www.sageoak.education.

Thank you for listening to the Sage Studio podcast presented by Sage Oak Charter Schools and hosted by Tiffiny Webster, M.A.Ed. We invite you to follow the show and leave your review below. Sage Oak Charter Schools is an independent study nonclassroom based TK-12 personalized learning public charter school serving students in Southern California. Visit sageoak.education for more information.

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