Jason Sample

#GCC_Charters @EPIC_academics #4thgrade collaboratively constructed pinhole cameras using cardboard tubes to learn about the principles of light, vision, and how images are formed through a small aperture, similar to how human eyes work. @gcc_jsample @iborganization

#GCC_Charters @EPIC_academics #4thgrade explore music/visual arts Inspired by classical music ss create w/complementary colors to express mood/emotions In this cross-disciplinary approach ss found art can relay feelings&transcend cultural boundaries @gcc_jsample @iborganization

The most valuable resource you have isn’t in a binder or a lesson plan—it's each other! Collaboration with other teachers turns ideas into impact, and isolation into inspiration. 💬✨ You don’t have to do it alone—and you were never meant to. #FoodForThoughtFriday #TeacherCollaboration #StrongerTogether #EducatorsSupportingEducators #TeacherCommunity

Upcoming release (May 2025). How educators need to pivot their leadership to be effectively in today's environment. A must read! @wendyryork @LTL_360 @gcc_jsample #EducationalLeadership #pivotyourleadership

Our @GCC_Charters @EPIC_academics #4thgrade students became stewards of @CaliforniaDFW through this hands-on experience as they successfully raised Steelhead Trout from egg to fry & released them into their natural habitat in the American River. @gcc_jsample #GCCLevelUp

#WorkForTheWinWednesday! Deeper teacher learning leads to deeper student thinking! How are you challenging learners beyond the surface? #DOKMatters #TeacherCollaboration

Students are back from spring break and already diving into learning, sharing, and play. Great to have the energy back on campus—and construction is officially underway! #ibelong #gischarter #gcctheamup

🌟 True leadership means owning our mistakes, not deflecting them. We love this advice from an award-winning teacher, @sylviaduckworth! Let’s talk about the power of a real apology. 🤝 Accountability isn’t just saying ‘sorry’—it’s making things right. Which of these apology steps resonates with you most? ⬇️ #LeadershipGrowth #FailForward @wendyryork @erincherry77 @kristenbuczek

Summer School Registration Now Open! 📷 📷 Dates: June 9-26 & July 7-24 📷 Deadline: April 11th by 4:30 p.m. Look for a post on Parent Square for the link to apply! We look forward to an exciting summer! 📷 #GIScharter #IBelong

Happy St Patrick’s Day! #GCC_Charters @EPIC_academics #4thGrade scholars recognize the Irish holiday w/Limericks & 🍀 Lucky Adjective Rainbows 🌈 @gcc_jsample @iborganization @iheartckh

🎉 Celebrate Women’s History Month! 🎉 This March, let's honor the incredible women who’ve shaped our world! #GIScharter #IBelogn #GCCteamup

Pizza with the Principal for the Rising Phoenix Award winners! Congratulations to our scholars who continue to show RISE. #gcc_charters #gcc_teamup #cccstk8 #homeofthephoenix #ckh #pbis

Family Literacy Event! The Phoenix Nest bundled around a cozy virtual fire for a read aloud and build a love for reading. Students and families for to also take home a new book of their choice. #gcc_charters #gcc_teamup #cccstk8 #homeofthwphoenix #ckh #pbis

Snow way we’d miss this adventure! ❄️🏔️ HFR 250 students took on the Sierra with snowshoes and epic views earlier this week. Who’s ready for the next trek? ⛄️👣 #SnowMuchFun #HFR250 #SavaCharter #LoveTeachGuide #GCCCharters @sava_fit_n_rec

✨ Lunch with the Principal! ✨ A fun way to use earned points—good food, great conversation, and VIP treatment! Keep making positive choices! #gischarter #IBelong #gccteamup

FHS students had an amazing visit to Sac. State University and the Planetarium!  They got a glimpse of college life, explored the campus, and experienced the wonders of the universe in a breathtaking planetarium show. A day full of learning, inspiration, and great memories.

FHS had an incredible time at the Exploratorium, Pier 15 in San Francisco! From hands-on science exhibits to mind-blowing experiments, they explored, learned, and had so much fun discovering the wonders of science and technology. #ExploratoriumSF #HandsOnLearning #battleasone

CCCS & COAES representing @GCC_Charters along with Superintendent @gcc_jsample at the @CCSAconference in Sacramento. #gcc_teamup #gcc_charters #cccssac #cccsTK8 @PrincipalAPB

Genius time w/ @GCC_Charters @EPIC_academics #4thgrade scholars who completed ALL of their work. Amazing to see/hear the critical thinking, collaboration & perseverance! @gcc_jsample

Wow! #GCC_Charters @EPIC_academics #4thgrade reenacted 1800s immigration to the U.S.Experiencing entering thru points of entry like Angel & Ellis Islands reflecting on why people immigrate & how physical health affected them. @gcc_jsample @iborganization Unit “Who We Are”