Host Matt Watson discusses topics and issues related to SCVi and iLead schools that are a network of free, charter public schools with campuses in Agua Dulce, Castaic and Lancaster.<br /><br /><br />Founded in 2008, Santa Clarita Valley International (SCVi) Charter School serves a diverse population of TK-12 students in the Santa Clarita Valley and surrounding communities. SCVi offers seat-based, independent study, and home study programs.<br />
Eye On The Valley
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Host Matt Watson discusses topics and issues related to SCVi and iLead schools that are a network of free, charter public schools with campuses in Agua Dulce, Castaic and Lancaster.<br /><br /><br />Founded in 2008, Santa Clarita Valley International (SCVi) Charter School serves a diverse population of TK-12 students in the Santa Clarita Valley and surrounding communities. SCVi offers seat-based, independent study, and home study programs.<br />
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November 1, 2024
Zoya Kalinsky, Boys And Girls Club
<b>November 1, 2024</b><br /><br />On today’s show your host Matt Watson welcomes Zoya Kalinsky in studio. Zoya is a 13 year old learner at iLead Exploration program with SCVi schools. She is an advocate for anti-bullying and a Youth Ambassador for Skyway Transformative Education Platform. She talks about the incredible experiences she has had including speaking for the 5th time at the UN as well as participating in the Youth Power Summit and Feminist Futures Festival. Zoya transferred to SCVi as part of their home study program so that she can travel the world, working as an advocate. Go to ileadschools.org for more information on their home study program as well as their online learning and other in person campuses.<br /><br />In the second half of the show, Matt welcomes Boys And Girls Club CEO Matt Nelson and Jenny Ketchepaw, President of the Boys And Girls Club. They discuss the features that the Boys & Girls Club offers including after-school care, homework assistance, sports and mentoring. Membership is $60 a child per year. Their annual fundraise, Festival Of Trees is happening at the Canyon Country Community Center on November 22-24. The Gala is happening on the 22nd, and the trees will be on display through the entire weekend. Go to scvbgc.com for more information.
October 18, 2024
SCVi Middle School, Gilchrist Farm, Senator Scott Wilk
<b>October 18, 2024</b><br /><br />On today’s show your host Matt Watson talks with the middle school team at SCVi charter schools. Together, they talk about how they work to help their learners grow by using the Project Based Learning model which gives them a chance to work hands-on rather than strictly through textbooks. The Fall Festival is happening on Saturday, October 19 which is a fundraiser for the schools on the SCVi campus. SCVi and iLead is a cluster of free, public charter schools with campuses in Lancaster, Castaic and Agua Dulce as well as an online learning program and home study school. Go to ileadschools.org for more information.<br /><br />Next, Matt talks with Monica Gilchrist of Gilchrist Farms. They are hosting their annual Harvest Festival and pumpkin patch which is happening everyday until Halloween except for Mondays. They offer ax throwing, pumpkins, crafts, pony rides as well as farm animals of all kinds with pig races and a maze. Go to gilchristfarm.com for more information.<br /><br />In the second half of the show, Matt welcomes Senator Scott Wilk in studio. Senator Wilk represents the 21st Senate District and after 8 years in the Senate is ending his term in November. He will look to work on community projects such as the Westfield Shopping Center improvements as well as improvements at Henry Mayo Hospital. They also discuss the future of the COC Board.
October 11, 2024
iLead online, Santa Clarita Job Fair
<b>October 11, 2024</b><br /><br />On today’s show your host Matt Watson talks with Emilie Evenson, Leadership Resident at SCVi’s iLead online. Emilie and Matt talk about the benefits of the iLead program which gives parents and their children the flexibility they need for their schoolwork. Together, they create their own schedule to allow for freedom while still offering in person opportunities and even field trips. Additionally, learners are offered career options in their CTE pathways which includes business, technical, health care and the arts as well as internships to help the learner ear industry recognized certifications. SCVi and iLead are a network of free, public charter schools with campuses in Lancaster, Agua Dulce and the AV as well as the online school and home study programs. Go to ileadonline.com<br /><br />In the second half of the show, Matt welcomes Cailin Garcia, Administrative Analyst Business Development for the City of Santa Clarita. Cailin works closely with potential local businesses in an effort to help bring companies into Santa Clarita. Economic Development Division is important to our community to help us succeed financially. A job fair is happening on October 18 from 10am-2pm at the College of the Canyons where over 90 employers will be looking for the perfect job candidate. Go to myscvjobfair.com
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