February, 2026
Dear Redwood Families,
We hope you are all safe, healthy, and warm as we start the month of February! As the school year continues, we are grateful for the sense of community and support that surrounds our students, staff, and families. There is much going on in our Redwood community this month, and we’re excited to share what’s ahead with you.
Complete details and registration for activities & events can always be found on the Redwood app. Remember that ALL Enrichment Days are open to the public! We delight in sharing our love of learning - so please invite friends, family, and neighbors to join the fun!
Supporting Beth Werkheiser in Healing and Recovery ❤️
While attending a professional development conference in Dallas last week, Beth Werkheiser experienced a heart attack that required a heart procedure. We are deeply relieved and grateful that she is now home, resting, and focusing on her healing.
As you can imagine, this has been a challenging time for her and her family, and our prayers are with them as they navigate recovery day by day. We know how much Beth means to our community, and we are committed to supporting her with generosity, love, and care. If you would like to help the Werkheiser family, here are some practical ways to serve.
We thank you for your care, compassion, and prayers. Our community is strongest when we rally around one another with kindness and support, and we know that Beth will feel uplifted by the love we share.
School Closing Communication – Winter weather is here!
Winter weather has arrived, and in the event of poor road conditions, we want you to know exactly how we will communicate our school closing. Decisions about closures or delays will be made as early as possible — typically by 6:30 a.m. on the morning of the event (or by the night before, if conditions are bad).
If there is a change to our regular schedule, you will receive a notification via text message & within the app (make sure to turn on your app notifications!).
If you do not receive a message, that means school or the event will run as scheduled.
Enrichment Day - Lightwire Theater's "Dino-Light" production
Two different date options! February 2nd at 12:00 PM is SOLD OUT with 60 tickets claimed! And yet the February 6th at 12:00 PM show has a few available tickets remaining.
Cost: $5 a ticket. This glow-in-the-dark adventure in the theater by Lightwire Theater is visually stunning & super unique!
Stay & Pray - February 3rd at 9:00 AM
Join us after drop-off to lift up Redwood Classical Academy in prayer. As a school community, let’s come together in prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, making our requests known to God (Philippians 4:6).
Mentor Meeting - February 3rd at 3:00 PM
Sign up to bring the staff a treat!
Redwood's 8 mentors & staff meet regularly, and it is a wonderful time to bless them with an afternoon snack! Anything and everything is greatly appreciated - think simple, sweet, savory, snacky, or drinks!
Stay & Play - February 5th at 3:00 PM
Join us after pick-up for fun, fellowship, and playtime! Stay a while and connect with other families—kids can enjoy some extra time to play, while parents can build
community too!
Uniform Store is back open until February 8th
Our local printer has opened our online uniform shop again for us! If you’d like to purchase any Redwood shirts, hoodies, sweatshirt crews, or hats, do so by February 8th. The order will be complete and delivered to the school around February 19th.
Valentine’s Exchange - February 10th
Children are invited to participate in a Valentine’s Day exchange! This is not required! Children may give a non-food/candy Valentine to each of their classmates and/or Mentor. Here’s our spring class lists headcount to help your child prepare their valentines.
Mrs. Anna Kvale Tuesdays - 9 & Thursdays - 8
Mrs Brooke Avery - 10
Mrs. Beth Werkheiser -17
Mrs. Catherine Burton -14
Mrs. Jess Oldham - 9
Mr. Nathan Huskey -9
Redwood will have a mailbox/bag for each child, which will be placed out at lunchtime for classmates to drop in their valentines, so that you don’t have to provide one for your child.
Note: The Thursday Seeds class will exchange valentines during the school day on February 12th
Redwood Tour & Open House — February 12th 10:00 AM
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining the Redwood community? Invite them to learn more at our upcoming open house! All are welcome-children, family members, and friends.
Guests may register or email Kim Kuntz at info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com to begin an enrollment conversation. We look forward to meeting future families!
Enrichment Day - Tour the Cathedral Basilica of St. L - February 13th at 1:00 PM
Explore the Cathedral Basilica’s rich history, inspiring architecture, and transcendent art on a tour. We are also welcome to visit the lower level of the Cathedral, home to the Mosaic Museum — which showcases the design and installation of the mosaics along with historic artifacts — and the Cathedral Crypt.
Mass is celebrated in the Basilica at 12:05 pm. Our tour is scheduled to begin at 1:00 pm, allowing time for anyone who wishes to attend Mass beforehand.
After our tour, you may choose to join a second enrichment just minutes from the Cathedral — a glass-blowing demonstration and tour at Third Degree Glass Factory!
Enrichment Day - Glass-Blowing Demonstration & Tour - February 13th at 3:00 PM
Cost: $5 a person
This unique art studio and gallery offers us an opportunity to see glass artists at work and learn about the craft up close.
Exams - February 17th & 19th
We are looking for volunteers to assist with oral exams during our upcoming exam week! If you are interested and available to help, please take a moment to fill out this form so we know when and how you’re able to support. Your help is appreciated!
Students: Plan to come to exam week in your uniform, bring a board game to play with friends after your exam, and a small, non-food bingo prize to donate to our school-wide game.
Redwood’s Winter Break - No School the week of February 24th - 26th
Enrichment Day - Drums and Dances of Africa Educational Concert at The Sheldon - February 25th at 10:30 AM
Drums and Dances of Africa is an immersive experience in West African culture. Afriky Lolo brings djembes and dunun drums that resonate in the concert hall as Diádié Bathily and members of his dance troupe perform. They teach the significance of the masks, dances, and music, and invite students to engage with the music and dance.
Audience: All Ages
Cost: $6 a ticket
School photos - it is not too late to order
Here is the link you can share with parents, friends & family.
The password is: RCA2025
Each picture is $15 for a digital download.
There are several options for ordering prints, albums, canvases, frames, and more. The products that Pixieset sells come from professional labs and are of much higher quality than your typical Walgreens, Shutterfly, or Walmart printing company. Our photographer would be happy to help you navigate any orders!
Your gallery will be available until May, then it will be archived. Make sure you download your images before then.
Photos were taken by Gretchen Day Photography https://www.gretchendayphotography.com/
Looking ahead - Save the Date
Parents’ Tea - March 24th at 9 AM
Spring Break - No School March 30th- April 3rd
Sleeping Beauty Ballet at the Sheldon - April 24, 10:30 AM
January 3, 2026
Dear Redwood Families,
We hope you enjoyed a restful and joyful holiday break! We are excited to welcome our students and families back to school on Tuesday, January 6, and are all thrilled to get a great start to the new year together! As we jump into our spring semester, here are some of the special events and activities to look forward to. Complete details and registration for events can always be found on the Redwood app. Remember that ALL Enrichment Days are open to the public! We delight in sharing our love of learning - so please invite friends, family, and neighbors to join the fun!
Stay & Pray - January 6th at 9:00 AM
Join us after drop-off to lift up Redwood Classical Academy in prayer. As a school community, let’s come together in prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, making our requests known to God (Philippians 4:6).
Mentor Meeting - January 6th at 3:00 PM
Sign up to bring the staff a treat!
Redwood's 8 mentors & staff meet regularly, and it is a wonderful time to bless them with an afternoon snack! Anything and everything is greatly appreciated - think simple, sweet, savory, snacky, or drinks!
Stay & Play - January 8th at 3:00 PM
Join us after pick-up for fun, fellowship, and playtime! Stay a while and connect with other families—kids can enjoy some extra time to play while parents can build community too!
Enrichment Day - A Trip to the St Louis Art Museum - January 9th at 11:00 AM
A fun, free day visiting a special exhibit! Join us as we walk through Anselm Kiefer: Becoming the Sea and speak to Museum educators about the artworks. Educators will be stationed in the exhibition galleries from 11 am–1 pm to engage in conversation with visitors.
Redwood Tour & Open House — January 13th, January 15th at 10:00 AM
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining the Redwood community? Invite them to learn more at our upcoming open house! All are welcome-children, family members, and friends.
Guests may register or email Kim Kuntz at info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com to begin an enrollment conversation. We look forward to meeting future families!
Coffee For Four
You're invited to Coffee for Four, a special opportunity for parents to connect, share, and enjoy meaningful fellowship in a relaxed setting. Simply sign up for a time that works best for you, and you’ll be matched with three other parents who selected the same time. Together, your group of four will meet for coffee and conversation.
This is a wonderful way to build community, strengthen relationships, and encourage one another.
Sign up today and let’s enjoy the gift of connection—one cup at a time!
Enrichment Day - Lightwire Theater's "Dino-Light" production
Two different date options! February 2nd at 12:00 PM & February 6th at 12:00 PM
Cost: $5 a ticket This glow-in-the-dark adventure in the theater by Lighwire Theater is visually stunning! Super unique, you can watch this brief clip to get an idea of what you are about to experience!
Valentine’s Exchange - February 10th
Children are invited to participate in Valentine’s Day exchange! This is not required! Children may give a non-food/candy Valentine to each of their classmates. Here’s our spring class lists headcount to help your child prepare their valentines.
Mrs. Anna Kvale Tuesdays - 9 & Thursdays - 8
Mrs Brooke Avery - 10
Mrs. Beth Werkheiser -17
Mrs. Catherine Burton -14
Mrs. Jess Oldham -8
Mr. Nathan Huskey -10
Redwood will have a mailbox/bag for each child, which will be placed out at lunchtime for classmates to drop in their valentines, so that you don’t have to provide one for your child.
The Thursday Seeds class will exchange valentines during the school day on February 12th
Enrichment Day - Tour the Cathedral Basilica of St. L - February 13th at 1:00 PM
Explore the Cathedral Basilica’s rich history, inspiring architecture, and transcendent art on a tour. We are also welcome to visit the lower level of the Cathedral, home to the Mosaic Museum — which showcases the design and installation of the mosaics along with historic artifacts — and the Cathedral Crypt.
Mass is celebrated in the Basilica at 12:05 pm. Our tour is scheduled to begin at 1:00 pm, allowing time for anyone who wishes to attend Mass beforehand.
After our tour, you may choose to join a second enrichment just minutes from the Cathedral — a glass-blowing demonstration and tour at Third Degree Glass Factory!
Enrichment Day - Glass-Blowing Demonstration & Tour - February 13th at 3:00 PM
Cost: $5 a person
This unique art studio and gallery offers us an opportunity to see glass artists at work and learn about the craft up close.
Redwood’s Winter Break - No School the week of February 24th - 26th
Dear Redwood Families,
We hope you are all safe, healthy, and warm as we start the month of February! As the school year continues, we are grateful for the sense of community and support that surrounds our students, staff, and families. There is much going on in our Redwood community this month, and we’re excited to share what’s ahead with you.
Complete details and registration for activities & events can always be found on the Redwood app. Remember that ALL Enrichment Days are open to the public! We delight in sharing our love of learning - so please invite friends, family, and neighbors to join the fun!
Supporting Beth Werkheiser in Healing and Recovery ❤️
While attending a professional development conference in Dallas last week, Beth Werkheiser experienced a heart attack that required a heart procedure. We are deeply relieved and grateful that she is now home, resting, and focusing on her healing.
As you can imagine, this has been a challenging time for her and her family, and our prayers are with them as they navigate recovery day by day. We know how much Beth means to our community, and we are committed to supporting her with generosity, love, and care. If you would like to help the Werkheiser family, here are some practical ways to serve.
We thank you for your care, compassion, and prayers. Our community is strongest when we rally around one another with kindness and support, and we know that Beth will feel uplifted by the love we share.
School Closing Communication – Winter weather is here!
Winter weather has arrived, and in the event of poor road conditions, we want you to know exactly how we will communicate our school closing. Decisions about closures or delays will be made as early as possible — typically by 6:30 a.m. on the morning of the event (or by the night before, if conditions are bad).
If there is a change to our regular schedule, you will receive a notification via text message & within the app (make sure to turn on your app notifications!).
If you do not receive a message, that means school or the event will run as scheduled.
Enrichment Day - Lightwire Theater's "Dino-Light" production
Two different date options! February 2nd at 12:00 PM is SOLD OUT with 60 tickets claimed! And yet the February 6th at 12:00 PM show has a few available tickets remaining.
Cost: $5 a ticket. This glow-in-the-dark adventure in the theater by Lightwire Theater is visually stunning & super unique!
Stay & Pray - February 3rd at 9:00 AM
Join us after drop-off to lift up Redwood Classical Academy in prayer. As a school community, let’s come together in prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, making our requests known to God (Philippians 4:6).
Mentor Meeting - February 3rd at 3:00 PM
Sign up to bring the staff a treat!
Redwood's 8 mentors & staff meet regularly, and it is a wonderful time to bless them with an afternoon snack! Anything and everything is greatly appreciated - think simple, sweet, savory, snacky, or drinks!
Stay & Play - February 5th at 3:00 PM
Join us after pick-up for fun, fellowship, and playtime! Stay a while and connect with other families—kids can enjoy some extra time to play, while parents can build
community too!
Uniform Store is back open until February 8th
Our local printer has opened our online uniform shop again for us! If you’d like to purchase any Redwood shirts, hoodies, sweatshirt crews, or hats, do so by February 8th. The order will be complete and delivered to the school around February 19th.
Valentine’s Exchange - February 10th
Children are invited to participate in a Valentine’s Day exchange! This is not required! Children may give a non-food/candy Valentine to each of their classmates and/or Mentor. Here’s our spring class lists headcount to help your child prepare their valentines.
Mrs. Anna Kvale Tuesdays - 9 & Thursdays - 8
Mrs Brooke Avery - 10
Mrs. Beth Werkheiser -17
Mrs. Catherine Burton -14
Mrs. Jess Oldham - 9
Mr. Nathan Huskey -9
Redwood will have a mailbox/bag for each child, which will be placed out at lunchtime for classmates to drop in their valentines, so that you don’t have to provide one for your child.
Note: The Thursday Seeds class will exchange valentines during the school day on February 12th
Redwood Tour & Open House — February 12th 10:00 AM
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining the Redwood community? Invite them to learn more at our upcoming open house! All are welcome-children, family members, and friends.
Guests may register or email Kim Kuntz at info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com to begin an enrollment conversation. We look forward to meeting future families!
Enrichment Day - Tour the Cathedral Basilica of St. L - February 13th at 1:00 PM
Explore the Cathedral Basilica’s rich history, inspiring architecture, and transcendent art on a tour. We are also welcome to visit the lower level of the Cathedral, home to the Mosaic Museum — which showcases the design and installation of the mosaics along with historic artifacts — and the Cathedral Crypt.
Mass is celebrated in the Basilica at 12:05 pm. Our tour is scheduled to begin at 1:00 pm, allowing time for anyone who wishes to attend Mass beforehand.
After our tour, you may choose to join a second enrichment just minutes from the Cathedral — a glass-blowing demonstration and tour at Third Degree Glass Factory!
Enrichment Day - Glass-Blowing Demonstration & Tour - February 13th at 3:00 PM
Cost: $5 a person
This unique art studio and gallery offers us an opportunity to see glass artists at work and learn about the craft up close.
Exams - February 17th & 19th
We are looking for volunteers to assist with oral exams during our upcoming exam week! If you are interested and available to help, please take a moment to fill out this form so we know when and how you’re able to support. Your help is appreciated!
Students: Plan to come to exam week in your uniform, bring a board game to play with friends after your exam, and a small, non-food bingo prize to donate to our school-wide game.
Redwood’s Winter Break - No School the week of February 24th - 26th
Enrichment Day - Drums and Dances of Africa Educational Concert at The Sheldon - February 25th at 10:30 AM
Drums and Dances of Africa is an immersive experience in West African culture. Afriky Lolo brings djembes and dunun drums that resonate in the concert hall as Diádié Bathily and members of his dance troupe perform. They teach the significance of the masks, dances, and music, and invite students to engage with the music and dance.
Audience: All Ages
Cost: $6 a ticket
School photos - it is not too late to order
Here is the link you can share with parents, friends & family.
The password is: RCA2025
Each picture is $15 for a digital download.
There are several options for ordering prints, albums, canvases, frames, and more. The products that Pixieset sells come from professional labs and are of much higher quality than your typical Walgreens, Shutterfly, or Walmart printing company. Our photographer would be happy to help you navigate any orders!
Your gallery will be available until May, then it will be archived. Make sure you download your images before then.
Photos were taken by Gretchen Day Photography https://www.gretchendayphotography.com/
Looking ahead - Save the Date
Parents’ Tea - March 24th at 9 AM
Spring Break - No School March 30th- April 3rd
Sleeping Beauty Ballet at the Sheldon - April 24, 10:30 AM
January 3, 2026
Dear Redwood Families,
We hope you enjoyed a restful and joyful holiday break! We are excited to welcome our students and families back to school on Tuesday, January 6, and are all thrilled to get a great start to the new year together! As we jump into our spring semester, here are some of the special events and activities to look forward to. Complete details and registration for events can always be found on the Redwood app. Remember that ALL Enrichment Days are open to the public! We delight in sharing our love of learning - so please invite friends, family, and neighbors to join the fun!
Stay & Pray - January 6th at 9:00 AM
Join us after drop-off to lift up Redwood Classical Academy in prayer. As a school community, let’s come together in prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, making our requests known to God (Philippians 4:6).
Mentor Meeting - January 6th at 3:00 PM
Sign up to bring the staff a treat!
Redwood's 8 mentors & staff meet regularly, and it is a wonderful time to bless them with an afternoon snack! Anything and everything is greatly appreciated - think simple, sweet, savory, snacky, or drinks!
Stay & Play - January 8th at 3:00 PM
Join us after pick-up for fun, fellowship, and playtime! Stay a while and connect with other families—kids can enjoy some extra time to play while parents can build community too!
Enrichment Day - A Trip to the St Louis Art Museum - January 9th at 11:00 AM
A fun, free day visiting a special exhibit! Join us as we walk through Anselm Kiefer: Becoming the Sea and speak to Museum educators about the artworks. Educators will be stationed in the exhibition galleries from 11 am–1 pm to engage in conversation with visitors.
Redwood Tour & Open House — January 13th, January 15th at 10:00 AM
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining the Redwood community? Invite them to learn more at our upcoming open house! All are welcome-children, family members, and friends.
Guests may register or email Kim Kuntz at info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com to begin an enrollment conversation. We look forward to meeting future families!
Coffee For Four
You're invited to Coffee for Four, a special opportunity for parents to connect, share, and enjoy meaningful fellowship in a relaxed setting. Simply sign up for a time that works best for you, and you’ll be matched with three other parents who selected the same time. Together, your group of four will meet for coffee and conversation.
This is a wonderful way to build community, strengthen relationships, and encourage one another.
Sign up today and let’s enjoy the gift of connection—one cup at a time!
Enrichment Day - Lightwire Theater's "Dino-Light" production
Two different date options! February 2nd at 12:00 PM & February 6th at 12:00 PM
Cost: $5 a ticket This glow-in-the-dark adventure in the theater by Lighwire Theater is visually stunning! Super unique, you can watch this brief clip to get an idea of what you are about to experience!
Valentine’s Exchange - February 10th
Children are invited to participate in Valentine’s Day exchange! This is not required! Children may give a non-food/candy Valentine to each of their classmates. Here’s our spring class lists headcount to help your child prepare their valentines.
Mrs. Anna Kvale Tuesdays - 9 & Thursdays - 8
Mrs Brooke Avery - 10
Mrs. Beth Werkheiser -17
Mrs. Catherine Burton -14
Mrs. Jess Oldham -8
Mr. Nathan Huskey -10
Redwood will have a mailbox/bag for each child, which will be placed out at lunchtime for classmates to drop in their valentines, so that you don’t have to provide one for your child.
The Thursday Seeds class will exchange valentines during the school day on February 12th
Enrichment Day - Tour the Cathedral Basilica of St. L - February 13th at 1:00 PM
Explore the Cathedral Basilica’s rich history, inspiring architecture, and transcendent art on a tour. We are also welcome to visit the lower level of the Cathedral, home to the Mosaic Museum — which showcases the design and installation of the mosaics along with historic artifacts — and the Cathedral Crypt.
Mass is celebrated in the Basilica at 12:05 pm. Our tour is scheduled to begin at 1:00 pm, allowing time for anyone who wishes to attend Mass beforehand.
After our tour, you may choose to join a second enrichment just minutes from the Cathedral — a glass-blowing demonstration and tour at Third Degree Glass Factory!
Enrichment Day - Glass-Blowing Demonstration & Tour - February 13th at 3:00 PM
Cost: $5 a person
This unique art studio and gallery offers us an opportunity to see glass artists at work and learn about the craft up close.
Redwood’s Winter Break - No School the week of February 24th - 26th
December 10, 2025
School photos are ready!
Here is the link you can share with parents, friends & family.
The password is: RCA2025
Each picture is $15 for a digital download.
There are several options for ordering prints, albums, canvases, frames, and more. The products that Pixieset sells come from professional labs and are of much higher quality than your typical Walgreens, Shutterfly, or Walmart printing company. Our photographer would be happy to help you navigate any orders!
Your gallery will be available for 6 months, then it will be archived. Make sure you download your images before then.
Photos were taken by Gretchen Day Photography
Ordered Uniforms ready soon!
The printers will be finished creating your ordered uniforms by the week of December 15th. We will be distributing them at drop-off and pick-up as soon as they arrive.
Tour & Open House — December 11th, January 13th, January 15th at 10:00 AM
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining the Redwood community? Invite them to learn more at our upcoming open house! All are welcome—children, family members, and friends. Guests may register here or email Kim Kuntz at info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com to begin an enrollment conversation. We look forward to meeting future families!
Learning Celebration — December 16th, 6:30–8:30 PM
Join us as we celebrate all the beautiful things our students have been learning! Children are invited to come in their Christmas best and should arrive at 6:15 PM. Families should enter the school building at the morning drop-off door and "drop" their student off at their classroom as they walk to the gym.
All are welcome—grandparents, friends, and anyone who would enjoy the evening. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Christmas & New Year’s Break —- December 19th - January 5th
Winter Break is Coming! School will be on Winter Break from December 19th to January 5th. We wish all our families a wonderful Christmas season and a refreshing break. Classes will resume on January 6th.
School Closing Communication – Winter is here!
Winter weather has arrived, and in the event of poor road conditions, we want you to know exactly how we will communicate our school closing. Decisions about closures or delays will be made as early as possible — typically by 6:30 a.m. on the morning of the event (or by the night before, if conditions are clear).
If there is a change to our regular schedule, you will receive a notification via text message & within the app.
If you do not receive a message, that means school or the event will run as scheduled.
Exams
We are pleased to share that the recent exams went very well! We hope you’ve enjoyed seeing how engaged your students are and how much they are learning in class. Below are the questions your children were asked during the exam — in case you’d like to review or discuss anything with your student.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss your child’s progress further, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Term 1 Exam Questions
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October 30, 2025
🌲 Redwood Updates – November & December 🌲
📝 Parent Survey
We love your feedback! Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us.
👕 Redwood Gear Store is OPEN!
Get your RCA gear now through November 24th on the app. Don’t miss out!
🏎️ Last Call for Derby Cars!
Grab your car kit before they’re gone—only a few left! Derby event is November 7th.
📅 Upcoming November Calendar
Nov 4 – Stay & Pray
Nov 6 – Stay & Play
Nov 6 – Picture Day
Nov 7 – Derby Day
Nov 11 – Picture Make-Up Day
Nov 13 – Open House
Nov 14 – Engage with History (Jefferson Barracks – Enrichment Day)
Nov 18 & 20 – Exams (helpers needed!)
Nov 25 & 27 – Thanksgiving Break – No School
🎄 Looking Ahead – December
Dec 2 – Stay & Pray
Dec 2 – Mentor Meeting (bring the staff a snack!)
Dec 4 – Stay & Play
Dec 11 – Open House
Dec 16 – Learning Celebration, 6:30pm
Dec 19 – Jan 5 – Christmas Break
📝 Parent Survey
We love your feedback! Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us.
👕 Redwood Gear Store is OPEN!
Get your RCA gear now through November 24th on the app. Don’t miss out!
🏎️ Last Call for Derby Cars!
Grab your car kit before they’re gone—only a few left! Derby event is November 7th.
📅 Upcoming November Calendar
Nov 4 – Stay & Pray
Nov 6 – Stay & Play
Nov 6 – Picture Day
Nov 7 – Derby Day
Nov 11 – Picture Make-Up Day
Nov 13 – Open House
Nov 14 – Engage with History (Jefferson Barracks – Enrichment Day)
Nov 18 & 20 – Exams (helpers needed!)
Nov 25 & 27 – Thanksgiving Break – No School
🎄 Looking Ahead – December
Dec 2 – Stay & Pray
Dec 2 – Mentor Meeting (bring the staff a snack!)
Dec 4 – Stay & Play
Dec 11 – Open House
Dec 16 – Learning Celebration, 6:30pm
Dec 19 – Jan 5 – Christmas Break
October 6, 2025
Fall Break
Fall Break is this week — October 7 & 9! 🍂 Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and take some well-deserved time to rest and recharge!
Check Out the Calendar!
🌿 Upcoming Events — Mark Your Calendars!
We’ve added some exciting new opportunities to connect and learn together.
Find full details and registration links on the RCA website or app.
👩👧 Mom & Me Playdate
📅 Date: October 14 | 🕘 Time: 9:45–11:45 AM
Do you have young siblings or know someone interested in homeschooling but not quite school-aged yet? Join us for a morning of play, connection, and encouragement!
👉 Register on app or website calendar
☕ Table Talk (Afternoon Session)
📅 Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 3:15–4:30 PM
📍 Location: RCA Schoolhouse (4200 Ripa Ave, 63125)
Join us for a special opportunity to connect personally with our Executive Director, hear what God is doing at Redwood Classical Academy, and learn about our vision for the future. Bring your questions, curiosity, and a heart for what’s possible!
👉 Register on app or website calendar
🐝 Bees, Pollinators, and Native Plants Class
📅 Date: October 17, 2025 | 🕐 Time: 1:00–2:00 PM
Discover the beauty of God’s creation through pollinators! Explore the pollination process, learn how Waste Connections supports local ecosystems, and visit the greenhouse and beehives.
🌐 Learn More
👉 Register on app or website calendar
☕ Table Talk (Morning Session)
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 🕘 Time: 9:00–10:30 AM
📍 Location: RCA Schoolhouse (4200 Ripa Ave, 63125)
If you missed the afternoon session, join us for another opportunity to connect, ask questions, and catch the vision for what’s ahead at RCA.
👉 Register on app or website calendar
Derby Day!
🏁 Get Ready for a Night of Fun and Celebration — DERBY DAY—Remaining Faithful Until the Race Is Won!
Join us for a fun-filled evening full of laughter, excitement, and community!
🍽 Dinner is on us-- bring your family, friends, and grandparents. This is a school-wide celebration, and everyone is welcome--enrolled families, friends, and guests!
🏎 Pinewood Derby Racing:
All RCA will have an opportunity starting October 16th after school to purchase their Derby Car Kit ($5 Venmo or Cash). Pick up your student at the end of the day and head to the pavilion. Grab your winning car!
Not an RCA student? No problem! Friends and family can join the race too!
Simply purchase a derby car through RCA by emailing info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com OR enrolled students can purchase an extra Derby Car Kit to be pick up on their behalf.
It’s going to be a wonderful evening of food, fellowship, and sharing of the mission of RCA — we can’t wait to see you there!
📅 Date: November 7th
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm
📍 Location: RCA Schoolhouse, 4200 Ripa Ave
👉 Register on app or website calendar
BUSINESS SPONSORSHIPS
Do you or someone you know own a business that would love to support RCA and our families? RCA is looking to partner with like-minded businesses through our business sponsorship program. These connections help us strengthen our mission and create lasting impact for our students and families.
If you have a business — or know someone we should connect with — we’d love to hear from you!
💌 Please email info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com with your questions or introductions and make sure to see attached pdf for more information.
Fall Break is this week — October 7 & 9! 🍂 Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and take some well-deserved time to rest and recharge!
Check Out the Calendar!
🌿 Upcoming Events — Mark Your Calendars!
We’ve added some exciting new opportunities to connect and learn together.
Find full details and registration links on the RCA website or app.
👩👧 Mom & Me Playdate
📅 Date: October 14 | 🕘 Time: 9:45–11:45 AM
Do you have young siblings or know someone interested in homeschooling but not quite school-aged yet? Join us for a morning of play, connection, and encouragement!
👉 Register on app or website calendar
☕ Table Talk (Afternoon Session)
📅 Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 3:15–4:30 PM
📍 Location: RCA Schoolhouse (4200 Ripa Ave, 63125)
Join us for a special opportunity to connect personally with our Executive Director, hear what God is doing at Redwood Classical Academy, and learn about our vision for the future. Bring your questions, curiosity, and a heart for what’s possible!
👉 Register on app or website calendar
🐝 Bees, Pollinators, and Native Plants Class
📅 Date: October 17, 2025 | 🕐 Time: 1:00–2:00 PM
Discover the beauty of God’s creation through pollinators! Explore the pollination process, learn how Waste Connections supports local ecosystems, and visit the greenhouse and beehives.
🌐 Learn More
👉 Register on app or website calendar
☕ Table Talk (Morning Session)
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 🕘 Time: 9:00–10:30 AM
📍 Location: RCA Schoolhouse (4200 Ripa Ave, 63125)
If you missed the afternoon session, join us for another opportunity to connect, ask questions, and catch the vision for what’s ahead at RCA.
👉 Register on app or website calendar
Derby Day!
🏁 Get Ready for a Night of Fun and Celebration — DERBY DAY—Remaining Faithful Until the Race Is Won!
Join us for a fun-filled evening full of laughter, excitement, and community!
🍽 Dinner is on us-- bring your family, friends, and grandparents. This is a school-wide celebration, and everyone is welcome--enrolled families, friends, and guests!
🏎 Pinewood Derby Racing:
All RCA will have an opportunity starting October 16th after school to purchase their Derby Car Kit ($5 Venmo or Cash). Pick up your student at the end of the day and head to the pavilion. Grab your winning car!
Not an RCA student? No problem! Friends and family can join the race too!
Simply purchase a derby car through RCA by emailing info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com OR enrolled students can purchase an extra Derby Car Kit to be pick up on their behalf.
It’s going to be a wonderful evening of food, fellowship, and sharing of the mission of RCA — we can’t wait to see you there!
📅 Date: November 7th
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm
📍 Location: RCA Schoolhouse, 4200 Ripa Ave
👉 Register on app or website calendar
BUSINESS SPONSORSHIPS
Do you or someone you know own a business that would love to support RCA and our families? RCA is looking to partner with like-minded businesses through our business sponsorship program. These connections help us strengthen our mission and create lasting impact for our students and families.
If you have a business — or know someone we should connect with — we’d love to hear from you!
💌 Please email info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com with your questions or introductions and make sure to see attached pdf for more information.
September 2, 2025
What a Great First Week at RCA!
We are so thankful for a wonderful start to the school year. Below are a few important reminders and updates in case you missed them:
📱 RCA App
If you have not yet downloaded the RCA App, please do so!
This is our main source of communication. Through the app you can:
👉 Simply go to the App Store or Play Store and download today!
📖 Family Handbook & Parent Agreement
At Parent Orientation, we discussed the importance of our Family Handbook.
To build clarity and unity, we are asking one parent from each family to sign our Parent Agreement.
🔗 Click here to complete the Parent Agreement (if you haven’t already).
📅 Save the Date: Vision Night
Mark your calendars! Vision Night is November 7th.
It will be a fun and meaningful evening as we celebrate what God is doing at RCA and look ahead together. More details coming soon!
🗣️ Table Talks
Join us for Table Talks, where you’ll have the opportunity to hear firsthand about our mission and plans for the future — and ask questions in an open, family-style setting. Choose to come to one--
Upcoming Dates:
🚫 Allergy Reminder
Please remember that RCA is a nut-free campus.
We ask all families to be mindful of allergies and help us keep our community safe for everyone.
✨ Thank you for partnering with us in making RCA a thriving, Christ-centered community!
🌟 A Special Thank You! 🌟
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for all of your generous donations!
🧶 The students have been finger knitting up a storm thanks to your support. Their joy and creativity have been such a gift to watch!
📦 A special thank you also goes to those who donated through Amazon. Please know that every time we use these supplies in our classrooms, we think of you with gratitude.
Your generosity helps create a rich and joyful learning environment for our students. Thank you for being such a vital part of the RCA community!
⚽ There’s Still Time to Sign Up for Soccer! ⚽
We’re excited to kick off the soccer season and would love for your student to join!
Program Details:
👉 Register here: 2025 South City Community School Soccer – CYC K–8th
Don’t miss out — sign up today and join us for a great season of fun, teamwork, and growth!
We are so thankful for a wonderful start to the school year. Below are a few important reminders and updates in case you missed them:
📱 RCA App
If you have not yet downloaded the RCA App, please do so!
This is our main source of communication. Through the app you can:
- Contact us directly
- Receive updates for your student’s classroom
- Access the community calendar
👉 Simply go to the App Store or Play Store and download today!
📖 Family Handbook & Parent Agreement
At Parent Orientation, we discussed the importance of our Family Handbook.
To build clarity and unity, we are asking one parent from each family to sign our Parent Agreement.
🔗 Click here to complete the Parent Agreement (if you haven’t already).
📅 Save the Date: Vision Night
Mark your calendars! Vision Night is November 7th.
It will be a fun and meaningful evening as we celebrate what God is doing at RCA and look ahead together. More details coming soon!
🗣️ Table Talks
Join us for Table Talks, where you’ll have the opportunity to hear firsthand about our mission and plans for the future — and ask questions in an open, family-style setting. Choose to come to one--
Upcoming Dates:
- Monday, September 29 | 7:00–8:30 PM
- Saturday, October 4 | 8:30–10:00 AM
🚫 Allergy Reminder
Please remember that RCA is a nut-free campus.
We ask all families to be mindful of allergies and help us keep our community safe for everyone.
✨ Thank you for partnering with us in making RCA a thriving, Christ-centered community!
🌟 A Special Thank You! 🌟
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for all of your generous donations!
🧶 The students have been finger knitting up a storm thanks to your support. Their joy and creativity have been such a gift to watch!
📦 A special thank you also goes to those who donated through Amazon. Please know that every time we use these supplies in our classrooms, we think of you with gratitude.
Your generosity helps create a rich and joyful learning environment for our students. Thank you for being such a vital part of the RCA community!
⚽ There’s Still Time to Sign Up for Soccer! ⚽
We’re excited to kick off the soccer season and would love for your student to join!
Program Details:
- Who: Boys K–8th & Girls K–5th
- Cost: $115 (Jersey is a $30 add-on)
- Practices: Tuesdays at 4:30 or 5:30 PM at Berra Park
- Games: Saturdays beginning 8/23 or 9/6
- No games on Labor Day Weekend or October 11th
👉 Register here: 2025 South City Community School Soccer – CYC K–8th
Don’t miss out — sign up today and join us for a great season of fun, teamwork, and growth!
August 22, 2025
Dear RCA Parents,
If you’d like to learn more about how to use and enrich the Alveary curriculum at home, we invite you to attend our upcoming Parent Training session. This will be a valuable opportunity to gain practical tools and insight into supporting your child’s learning beyond the classroom.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 30
⏰ Time: 9:00–11:30 AM
📍 Location: Redwood Classical Academy
4200 Ripa Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125
✅ Register Here
We hope you’ll join us for this time of encouragement and equipping as we partner together in cultivating a learning environment where students grow in wisdom according to God’s ways, delight in His creation, and serve others with joy.
Warmly,
The RCA Team
If you’d like to learn more about how to use and enrich the Alveary curriculum at home, we invite you to attend our upcoming Parent Training session. This will be a valuable opportunity to gain practical tools and insight into supporting your child’s learning beyond the classroom.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 30
⏰ Time: 9:00–11:30 AM
📍 Location: Redwood Classical Academy
4200 Ripa Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125
✅ Register Here
We hope you’ll join us for this time of encouragement and equipping as we partner together in cultivating a learning environment where students grow in wisdom according to God’s ways, delight in His creation, and serve others with joy.
Warmly,
The RCA Team
August 20, 2025
Dear Redwood Families,
Join us for an important evening created to equip and encourage our parent community as we begin the new school year.
Please take a moment to review the RCA Parent Agreement at the end of this email. We look forward to connecting with each of you on Thursday evening!
📅 Date: Thursday, August 21
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍Location: 4200 Ripa Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125
Sign-up to attend here
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA Team
Redwood Parent Agreement
Join us for an important evening created to equip and encourage our parent community as we begin the new school year.
Please take a moment to review the RCA Parent Agreement at the end of this email. We look forward to connecting with each of you on Thursday evening!
📅 Date: Thursday, August 21
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍Location: 4200 Ripa Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125
Sign-up to attend here
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA Team
Redwood Parent Agreement
August 11, 2025
Dear Redwood Families,
As we prepare to embark on a new school year, our hearts are filled with gratitude and anticipation for all that God will do in and through our community. This week, our faculty and staff will gather for employee orientation—a time of preparation, vision casting, and prayerful focus as we seek to serve your children with joy and faithfulness.
We humbly ask you to join us in prayer as we begin this new season. Please pray for:
We are so grateful for your partnership and your prayers. May the Lord guide us all as we seek to cultivate an atmosphere of truth, beauty, and goodness, rooted in Christ.
With hope and gratitude,
The RCA Staff
As we prepare to embark on a new school year, our hearts are filled with gratitude and anticipation for all that God will do in and through our community. This week, our faculty and staff will gather for employee orientation—a time of preparation, vision casting, and prayerful focus as we seek to serve your children with joy and faithfulness.
We humbly ask you to join us in prayer as we begin this new season. Please pray for:
- Unity and wisdom as our team prepares to welcome students
- Joy and peace in the hearts of teachers and staff
- Protection and health over our campus and community
- The presence of Christ to be evident in all we do
We are so grateful for your partnership and your prayers. May the Lord guide us all as we seek to cultivate an atmosphere of truth, beauty, and goodness, rooted in Christ.
With hope and gratitude,
The RCA Staff
August 6, 2025
Dear Redwood Families,
As we gear up for an exciting new school year, we wanted to share some important dates and events coming up. There's a lot to look forward to, and we’re so grateful to be partnering with you in nurturing your student's academic, social, and spiritual growth.
Here’s what’s ahead – be sure to mark your calendars and sign up where needed!
🏫 Back to School Open House
Come visit classrooms, meet teachers, and reconnect with our school community!
Date: August 19
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
RSVP here
👨👩👧 Parent Orientation
Join us for an important evening designed to equip and encourage our parent community as we begin the new school year.
Date: Thursday, August 21
Time: 6:00PM-8:00PM
View the Supplies List and Sign-up to attend here
🥐 Newcomers Brunch – First-Time Families
If you’re new to our school, we can’t wait to meet you! Join us for a casual brunch to get to know our team and other new families.
Date: Saturday, August 23
Time: 9:30AM-11:30AM
Let us know you're coming here
🌿 Parent Training
If you’d like to learn more about how to use or enrich the Alveary curriculum at home, we invite you to attend the parent training.
Date: August 30
Time: 9:00AM-11:30AM
Register here
We’re so excited to welcome everyone back! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions – we’re here to help.
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA Team
As we gear up for an exciting new school year, we wanted to share some important dates and events coming up. There's a lot to look forward to, and we’re so grateful to be partnering with you in nurturing your student's academic, social, and spiritual growth.
Here’s what’s ahead – be sure to mark your calendars and sign up where needed!
🏫 Back to School Open House
Come visit classrooms, meet teachers, and reconnect with our school community!
Date: August 19
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
RSVP here
👨👩👧 Parent Orientation
Join us for an important evening designed to equip and encourage our parent community as we begin the new school year.
Date: Thursday, August 21
Time: 6:00PM-8:00PM
View the Supplies List and Sign-up to attend here
🥐 Newcomers Brunch – First-Time Families
If you’re new to our school, we can’t wait to meet you! Join us for a casual brunch to get to know our team and other new families.
Date: Saturday, August 23
Time: 9:30AM-11:30AM
Let us know you're coming here
🌿 Parent Training
If you’d like to learn more about how to use or enrich the Alveary curriculum at home, we invite you to attend the parent training.
Date: August 30
Time: 9:00AM-11:30AM
Register here
We’re so excited to welcome everyone back! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions – we’re here to help.
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA Team
August 2, 2025
Summer Work Day
Saturday, August 9┃9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
There’s still time to sign up to join us for our Summer Work Day! We invite you to lend a hand as we prepare our campus for the upcoming school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve and connect with other families.
We’d love to see you there!
Sign Up Here!
Support RCA with Donated or Wishlist Items
We’re excited to be making over two classrooms this summer—and we need your help! As a non-profit, we rely on the generosity of our community. Another practical way to support us is by helping us gather classroom items through your local “Buy Nothing” Facebook groups. These neighborhood-based groups focus on gifting gently used items to others nearby.
We encourage you to check our list of needed items and see if anything can be sourced through your local group. Every donation makes a difference!
You can drop off items at the school between 9:00–11:00 AM on August 9.
Thank you for partnering with us to create beautiful, welcoming spaces for our students!
Donated Items:
Amazon Wish List
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA team
Saturday, August 9┃9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
There’s still time to sign up to join us for our Summer Work Day! We invite you to lend a hand as we prepare our campus for the upcoming school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve and connect with other families.
We’d love to see you there!
Sign Up Here!
Support RCA with Donated or Wishlist Items
We’re excited to be making over two classrooms this summer—and we need your help! As a non-profit, we rely on the generosity of our community. Another practical way to support us is by helping us gather classroom items through your local “Buy Nothing” Facebook groups. These neighborhood-based groups focus on gifting gently used items to others nearby.
We encourage you to check our list of needed items and see if anything can be sourced through your local group. Every donation makes a difference!
You can drop off items at the school between 9:00–11:00 AM on August 9.
Thank you for partnering with us to create beautiful, welcoming spaces for our students!
Donated Items:
- Sofas & or Coffee table
- Antique items
- Old towels (for muddy days)
- Nature items for classroom nature tables
- Decorative rugs and fine art for classrooms
- Sofas or large quilts (for outdoor use)
- Wooden toys, board games,
- Old newspapers
- Birdhouses and bird seed
- Children's clothing (jackets, socks, gloves, hats)
- Playdough
- Yarn!!
- Thread & Bobbins
- Wish List Items:
- 9 Square set
- Carpet Ball setup
Amazon Wish List
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA team
July 28, 2025
Dear Redwood Parents,
We hope you’re enjoying a safe and restful summer! As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we ask that each student’s medical form be completed and returned by August 11. Having this information in advance allows us to establish appropriate health protocols and ensure a safe environment for everyone.
🩺 What We Need
Please complete the medical form linked below for your child, including details such as:
- Allergies or chronic conditions
- Medications or health needs at school
- Emergency contact information
🗓 Why the August 11 Deadline
This gives our health and school staff enough time to:
- Review each student’s medical requirements
- Make arrangements for medication storage and emergency plans
Have Questions?
If you’re unsure about any section—or if your child has recently experienced medical changes—please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this request. Your cooperation ensures your child’s comfort and safety from day one. We look forward to a fantastic year ahead!
Best regards,
The RCA team
Student Medical Form
We hope you’re enjoying a safe and restful summer! As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we ask that each student’s medical form be completed and returned by August 11. Having this information in advance allows us to establish appropriate health protocols and ensure a safe environment for everyone.
🩺 What We Need
Please complete the medical form linked below for your child, including details such as:
- Allergies or chronic conditions
- Medications or health needs at school
- Emergency contact information
🗓 Why the August 11 Deadline
This gives our health and school staff enough time to:
- Review each student’s medical requirements
- Make arrangements for medication storage and emergency plans
Have Questions?
If you’re unsure about any section—or if your child has recently experienced medical changes—please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this request. Your cooperation ensures your child’s comfort and safety from day one. We look forward to a fantastic year ahead!
Best regards,
The RCA team
Student Medical Form
June 9, 2025
🐝 You’re Invited: Join The Bee Hive at Redwood Classical Academy
Dear RCA Families,
We’re excited to welcome RCA families to a new learning initiative: The Bee Hive—a weekly co-op day centered on shared learning, rich ideas, and faith-filled fellowship. As homeschooling parents, we recognize the importance of gathering regularly with like-minded families to encourage one another and pursue academic excellence together. With this vision at heart, The Bee Hive was born!
🗓 When & Where:
Wednesdays, 10 AM – 3 PM
30 weeks during the academic year
Hosted at Redwood Classical Academy
(Start date and location details to follow)
🐝 What is The Bee Hive?
A cooperative learning day designed to enrich your homeschool journey through (read full list descriptions here):
Morning Devotion & Scripture
Church History
Math Games & Logic
Grammar & Narration
Inquiry & Imagination (Nature Lore, research, and journaling)
Notebooking & Reflection (Centuries, and Book of Firsts)
Our primary teaching resource will be The Alveary curriculum (by the Charlotte Mason Institute). No specific curriculum is required at home to participate. The courses offered on Wednesdays, give enrolled students a fuller and more complete experience of the Alveary’s "feast" of subjects. Math lessons, written narrations, copywork, dictation lessons, and more poetry are the suggested subjects at home.
For older students, readings and narrations for Ancient History and a second U.S. History selection is suggested. A weekly review of current events—encouraging discussion with their families to connect real-world topics—is highly encouraged to complement in-class learning. Families may also choose to include Architecture lessons and foreign language as part of their home studies.
🙌 Participation Details:
🐝 This is not a drop-off program by an academic work day — parents attend and contribute by serving in some capacity. This is for enrolled RCA families only.
🐝 No tuition required, though some fees may apply to help with insurance, facility costs and or supplies. This is yet to be determined and will be discussed as interest is gauged.
🐝 Minimal to no homework — This is a structured learning school day done together as families. All learning is intended to take place in person, with occasional narration or research projects to be encouraged.
If you’re looking for a Christ-centered, literature-rich, and community-supported day to enhance your homeschool week, we’d love to have you join us!
📩 Do you have questions? Do you like the idea? Check out website: www.redwoodclassicalacademy.com/thebeehive
If interested, please fill out contact form on the website by July 12th.
Redwood Classical Academy – The Bee Hive Team
Dear RCA Families,
We’re excited to welcome RCA families to a new learning initiative: The Bee Hive—a weekly co-op day centered on shared learning, rich ideas, and faith-filled fellowship. As homeschooling parents, we recognize the importance of gathering regularly with like-minded families to encourage one another and pursue academic excellence together. With this vision at heart, The Bee Hive was born!
🗓 When & Where:
Wednesdays, 10 AM – 3 PM
30 weeks during the academic year
Hosted at Redwood Classical Academy
(Start date and location details to follow)
🐝 What is The Bee Hive?
A cooperative learning day designed to enrich your homeschool journey through (read full list descriptions here):
Morning Devotion & Scripture
Church History
Math Games & Logic
Grammar & Narration
Inquiry & Imagination (Nature Lore, research, and journaling)
Notebooking & Reflection (Centuries, and Book of Firsts)
Our primary teaching resource will be The Alveary curriculum (by the Charlotte Mason Institute). No specific curriculum is required at home to participate. The courses offered on Wednesdays, give enrolled students a fuller and more complete experience of the Alveary’s "feast" of subjects. Math lessons, written narrations, copywork, dictation lessons, and more poetry are the suggested subjects at home.
For older students, readings and narrations for Ancient History and a second U.S. History selection is suggested. A weekly review of current events—encouraging discussion with their families to connect real-world topics—is highly encouraged to complement in-class learning. Families may also choose to include Architecture lessons and foreign language as part of their home studies.
🙌 Participation Details:
🐝 This is not a drop-off program by an academic work day — parents attend and contribute by serving in some capacity. This is for enrolled RCA families only.
🐝 No tuition required, though some fees may apply to help with insurance, facility costs and or supplies. This is yet to be determined and will be discussed as interest is gauged.
🐝 Minimal to no homework — This is a structured learning school day done together as families. All learning is intended to take place in person, with occasional narration or research projects to be encouraged.
If you’re looking for a Christ-centered, literature-rich, and community-supported day to enhance your homeschool week, we’d love to have you join us!
📩 Do you have questions? Do you like the idea? Check out website: www.redwoodclassicalacademy.com/thebeehive
If interested, please fill out contact form on the website by July 12th.
Redwood Classical Academy – The Bee Hive Team
June 6, 2025
Summer Work Day
Saturday, June 14┃9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
There’s still time to sign up to join us for our Summer Work Day! We invite you to lend a hand as we prepare our campus for the upcoming school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve and connect with other families.
We’d love to see you there!
Sign Up Here!
Support RCA with Donated or Wishlist Items
We’re excited to be making over two classrooms this summer—and we need your help! As a non-profit, we rely on the generosity of our community. Another practical way to support us is by helping us gather classroom items through your local “Buy Nothing” Facebook groups. These neighborhood-based groups focus on gifting gently used items to others nearby.
We encourage you to check our list of needed items and see if anything can be sourced through your local group. Every donation makes a difference!
You can drop off items at the school between 9:00–11:00 AM on the following dates:
June 14, June 24, or July 8.
Thank you for partnering with us to create beautiful, welcoming spaces for our students!
Donated Items:
Wish List Items:
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA team
Saturday, June 14┃9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
There’s still time to sign up to join us for our Summer Work Day! We invite you to lend a hand as we prepare our campus for the upcoming school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve and connect with other families.
We’d love to see you there!
Sign Up Here!
Support RCA with Donated or Wishlist Items
We’re excited to be making over two classrooms this summer—and we need your help! As a non-profit, we rely on the generosity of our community. Another practical way to support us is by helping us gather classroom items through your local “Buy Nothing” Facebook groups. These neighborhood-based groups focus on gifting gently used items to others nearby.
We encourage you to check our list of needed items and see if anything can be sourced through your local group. Every donation makes a difference!
You can drop off items at the school between 9:00–11:00 AM on the following dates:
June 14, June 24, or July 8.
Thank you for partnering with us to create beautiful, welcoming spaces for our students!
Donated Items:
- Sofas & or Coffee table
- Antique items
- Old towels (for muddy days)
- Nature items for classroom nature tables
- Decorative rugs and fine art for classrooms
- Sofas or large quilts (for outdoor use)
- Wooden toys, board games,
- Old newspapers
- Birdhouses and bird seed
- Children's clothing (jackets, socks, gloves, hats)
- Playdough
- Yarn!!
- Thread & Bobbins
Wish List Items:
- 9 Square set
- Carpet Ball setup
- Amazon Wish List
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA team
May 30, 2025
Dear Redwood Families,
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Redwood App—a powerful tool designed to make school-home communication faster, easier, more consistent, and more effective. We’ve been working behind the scenes to ensure you stay informed and feel connected within our growing community.
Why We’re Excited
The Redwood App brings everything you need into one convenient place:
🗓 Community Calendar & Enrichment Events
📢 Instant Announcements & Alerts
📝 Weekly Classroom Highlights
📊 Important Documents & Resources
💬 Secure Messaging with Mentors
How to Get Started
Download the app from the App Store or Google Play:
👉 Link or use the QR code below.
Sign up using the email or phone number you’ve registered with the school.
Explore the features and customize your settings and preferences.
Note: Our app is brand new, and we’re still building out its features and content. Full functionality and additional resources will be rolled out by Parent Orientation. In the meantime, feel free to download it, explore, and enjoy getting familiar with the platform!
Important Communication Update – Please Read
As Redwood Classical Academy continues to grow, we are refining how we communicate to better serve our families. Our goal is to ensure that every concern is heard, addressed, and resolved in a timely and organized way.
Effective June 1, Redwood staff will no longer use personal phone numbers for communication related to school matters. As texting threads have become too lengthy and fragmented, we’ve found this method no longer reliable for school-related conversations.
Moving forward, the Redwood App will be our primary communication platform, and we encourage all parents to begin using it right away. We will no longer respond to text messages regarding RCA. If you reach out via text, you will receive this standard response:
"Please send this to info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com or use the Redwood App by tapping 'Connect' at the bottom, then selecting 'Contact RCA.'"
📞 Note: Redwood Classical Academy does have a main phone number: 314-200-5784. This will be used primarily for Community Day needs (e.g., notifying the school of an absence or early pickup).and for communication from those outside our enrolled families.
Need Help?
We’re here to support you! If you need help setting up the app or have any questions, please contact us at info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We’re excited for all the ways the Redwood App will strengthen our connection with you!
With joy,
The Redwood Classical Academy Team
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Redwood App—a powerful tool designed to make school-home communication faster, easier, more consistent, and more effective. We’ve been working behind the scenes to ensure you stay informed and feel connected within our growing community.
Why We’re Excited
The Redwood App brings everything you need into one convenient place:
🗓 Community Calendar & Enrichment Events
📢 Instant Announcements & Alerts
📝 Weekly Classroom Highlights
📊 Important Documents & Resources
💬 Secure Messaging with Mentors
How to Get Started
Download the app from the App Store or Google Play:
👉 Link or use the QR code below.
Sign up using the email or phone number you’ve registered with the school.
Explore the features and customize your settings and preferences.
Note: Our app is brand new, and we’re still building out its features and content. Full functionality and additional resources will be rolled out by Parent Orientation. In the meantime, feel free to download it, explore, and enjoy getting familiar with the platform!
Important Communication Update – Please Read
As Redwood Classical Academy continues to grow, we are refining how we communicate to better serve our families. Our goal is to ensure that every concern is heard, addressed, and resolved in a timely and organized way.
Effective June 1, Redwood staff will no longer use personal phone numbers for communication related to school matters. As texting threads have become too lengthy and fragmented, we’ve found this method no longer reliable for school-related conversations.
Moving forward, the Redwood App will be our primary communication platform, and we encourage all parents to begin using it right away. We will no longer respond to text messages regarding RCA. If you reach out via text, you will receive this standard response:
"Please send this to info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com or use the Redwood App by tapping 'Connect' at the bottom, then selecting 'Contact RCA.'"
📞 Note: Redwood Classical Academy does have a main phone number: 314-200-5784. This will be used primarily for Community Day needs (e.g., notifying the school of an absence or early pickup).and for communication from those outside our enrolled families.
Need Help?
We’re here to support you! If you need help setting up the app or have any questions, please contact us at info@redwoodclassicalacademy.com.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We’re excited for all the ways the Redwood App will strengthen our connection with you!
With joy,
The Redwood Classical Academy Team
May 23, 2025
Dear Redwood Families,
Welcome to a new academic year at Redwood Classical Academy! We are so grateful for your partnership as we continue to cultivate a learning environment where we can be wise in God's ways, delight in His world and serve others with joy. It is a privilege to walk alongside your family as we train hearts and minds in the rich tradition of Christian education.
We are excited to begin the 2025–2026 school year on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. To help you prepare for a smooth and meaningful start, please take note of the following important dates:
📅 Important Upcoming Dates
We are currently transitioning to a new financial management system called FACTS, which will allow you to log in and view your account balance along with other features. More information will be provided soon. We thank you for your patience. Please note that your first tuition payment is due in July.
👕 Uniforms & Supplies
To ensure classrooms are ready by the first day, each student will need a uniform t-shirt and classroom supplies. Uniform shirts will be available for purchase at the Back-to-School event or online through Lands’ End (School ID: 900202847).
Family School Supplies (please bring these to Parent Orientation):
We invite you to join us for our Summer Work Day as we prepare the campus for the year ahead. It’s a wonderful opportunity to serve and connect with other families. Sign-up here!
🎁 Support RCA with Donated or Wishlist Items
We’re excited to be making over two classrooms this summer—and we need your help! As a non-profit, we rely on the generosity of our community. One practical way to support us is by helping us gather classroom items through your local “Buy Nothing” Facebook groups. These neighborhood-based groups focus on gifting gently used items to others nearby.
We encourage you to check our list of needed items and see if anything can be sourced through your local group. Every donation makes a difference!
If you'd like to help in a hands-on way, you can drop off items at the school between 9:00–11:00 AM on the following dates:
June 14, June 24, or July 8.
Thank you for partnering with us to create beautiful, welcoming spaces for our students!
Donated Items:
We are thrilled to announce that RCA is partnering with South City Community School to join their Fall CYC Soccer Team!
Mission: To create a positive and nurturing environment for soccer players of all levels to enhance their skills and cultivate teamwork.
Registration Info:
📧 Questions? Email Robert Bruns at rbruns@sccommunityschool.org
🌞 Summer Events
We’re currently planning some exciting summer events for our families. Please stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks!
Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. We are eager to see all that God will do in and through our community this year. If you have any questions or would like to connect, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA team
Welcome to a new academic year at Redwood Classical Academy! We are so grateful for your partnership as we continue to cultivate a learning environment where we can be wise in God's ways, delight in His world and serve others with joy. It is a privilege to walk alongside your family as we train hearts and minds in the rich tradition of Christian education.
We are excited to begin the 2025–2026 school year on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. To help you prepare for a smooth and meaningful start, please take note of the following important dates:
📅 Important Upcoming Dates
- Back-to-School Open House: Tuesday, August 19, 10-12 PM
- Parent Orientation: Thursday, August 21, 6:30–8:00 PM
(At least one parent must attend) - Intro to Charlotte Mason Parent Training: Saturday, August 30, 9:00–11:30 AM
We are currently transitioning to a new financial management system called FACTS, which will allow you to log in and view your account balance along with other features. More information will be provided soon. We thank you for your patience. Please note that your first tuition payment is due in July.
👕 Uniforms & Supplies
To ensure classrooms are ready by the first day, each student will need a uniform t-shirt and classroom supplies. Uniform shirts will be available for purchase at the Back-to-School event or online through Lands’ End (School ID: 900202847).
Family School Supplies (please bring these to Parent Orientation):
- 1 package of paper towels
- 1 package of thin black dry-erase markers
- 1 package of glue sticks
- 1 box of tissues
- 3 skeins of yarn
We invite you to join us for our Summer Work Day as we prepare the campus for the year ahead. It’s a wonderful opportunity to serve and connect with other families. Sign-up here!
🎁 Support RCA with Donated or Wishlist Items
We’re excited to be making over two classrooms this summer—and we need your help! As a non-profit, we rely on the generosity of our community. One practical way to support us is by helping us gather classroom items through your local “Buy Nothing” Facebook groups. These neighborhood-based groups focus on gifting gently used items to others nearby.
We encourage you to check our list of needed items and see if anything can be sourced through your local group. Every donation makes a difference!
If you'd like to help in a hands-on way, you can drop off items at the school between 9:00–11:00 AM on the following dates:
June 14, June 24, or July 8.
Thank you for partnering with us to create beautiful, welcoming spaces for our students!
Donated Items:
- Sofas & or Coffee table
- Antique items
- Old towels (for muddy days)
- Nature items for classroom nature tables
- Decorative rugs and fine art for classrooms
- Sofas or large quilts (for outdoor use)
- Wooden toys, board games,
- Old newspapers
- Birdhouses and bird seed
- Children's clothing (jackets, socks, gloves, hats)
- Playdough
- Yarn!!
- Thread & Bobbins
- 9 Square set
- Carpet Ball setup
- Amazon Wish List
We are thrilled to announce that RCA is partnering with South City Community School to join their Fall CYC Soccer Team!
Mission: To create a positive and nurturing environment for soccer players of all levels to enhance their skills and cultivate teamwork.
Registration Info:
- Regular Registration: Now – June 9
- Cost: K–1st: $85 | 2nd–8th: $95
- Jersey Add-on: $30
- Late Registration Fee: +$15 after June 9
- Offerings: Girls K–6th, Boys K–8th
- Season Start: Week of August 18
- Season End: Usually last weekend of October
- K–5th: once a week
- 6th–8th: twice a week
- Last year’s practices were on Tuesdays at Tilles Park. The hope is to replicate that (TBD).
- Mostly Saturdays (some Friday evenings possible)
- Locations vary: South City, Kirkwood/Webster Groves/Brentwood, South County
- Part of the CYC League (primarily Catholic schools/parishes, but open to all)
- Non-South City Community School students welcome
- CYC players must request a change of assigned parish/school to play with SCCS
📧 Questions? Email Robert Bruns at rbruns@sccommunityschool.org
🌞 Summer Events
We’re currently planning some exciting summer events for our families. Please stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks!
Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. We are eager to see all that God will do in and through our community this year. If you have any questions or would like to connect, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
With joy and gratitude,
The RCA team