“I have a passion for teaching kids to become readers, to become comfortable with a book, not daunted. Books shouldn’t be daunting, they should be funny, exciting and wonderful; and learning to be a reader gives a terrific advantage.”

Dear CommuniTEA,

It was marvelous to see so many of you at Culture Fest last Thursday! Watching TEA Junior Lola Slatt’s vision come to life with delicious food, fantastic music and gorgeous booths was truly inspiring. 

Over the next few weeks, you’ll have multiple opportunities to see further examples of student creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration as we move into our end-of-the-year Celebrations of Learning. These sharing moments are intended to spark curiosity and foster thoughtful discussion. 

What is COL? A community event during which students present various aspects of their project learning through informative, interactive, and engaging stations. 

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Come rock out with us at TEA's Got Talent tomorrow night, Wednesday 5/27, from 5:30–7:30p at Alibi Ale Works.

Our students and rock/jazz bands have been working hard and are ready to light up the stage with rockin' tunes, big energy, different talents, and tons of heart. Bring your friends and family, grab a drink and some food, and let’s pack the place with cheers, applause, and love for these awesome performers. Let’s blow the roof off Alibi with support for our kids!

— Chance Utter

Spring has sprung, and summer is right around the corner! To help students reset their reading routines before summer break, we are hosting the Spring Reading Challenge from Monday, June 1 through Friday, June 5. Record the minutes your child reads at home by scanning the QR code below. The crew with the most improvement from the Fall Reading Challenge will win a crew prize, and there will also be prizes for individual readers!

— Katie Bloom 

Get ready for one of the most joyful and colorful community celebrations of the year. TEA’s Rainbow Run 5k is just around the corner, and we need YOU there!

Whether you walk, run, dance, or simply come to celebrate, this event is all about community, inclusion, joy, and showing up for one another. Grab your friends, bring your family, and help us make this year’s event bigger and brighter than ever.

In true TEA fashion, our students will be right in the middle of the action:

The post-run mini festival will also feature several incredible vendors, activities, and community booths, including the always-beloved cupcake decorating station!

Dear TEA CommuniTEA,

Thank you for your patience as we worked to finalize the numbers from this year’s Grit & Glamour Gala. We are thrilled to share that, together, our community generated more than $900,000 through ticket sales, sponsorships, donations, paddle raises, and auction purchases. After gala expenses and consignment costs are accounted for, the event will net more than $800,000 in direct support of TEA’s students, faculty, fieldwork, and financial assistance programs.

We truly could not be more grateful for the extraordinary generosity, spirit, and belief this community continues to show our school. The love and commitment demonstrated throughout the Gala was both humbling and deeply inspiring.

Your support means more to our teachers and students than can adequately be conveyed. In a moment when purposeful, human-centered education matters more than ever, your generosity is helping ensure that TEA continues to thrive and serve future generations of students.

If you have any questions about your Gala invoice or are unsure how you would like to finalize payment, please don’t hesitate to reach out to fundraising@tahoeexpeditionacademy.org. We are happy to help.

Thank you again for making this year’s Grit & Glamour Gala such a remarkable success.

With tremendous gratitude,

Next week, TAP is celebrating the volunteers who have been vital throughout the year to make the 2025/26 school year exceptional. From teacher/staff appreciation week, pizza days, proms and olympics, to recess duty, library support, meal trains and lost and found, our room parents, team coaches and fundraisers are at the core of our ComminiTEA!

If YOU want to get involved and volunteer, please reach out to TAP President Kim Burns kim@thekb-collective.com. There are still positions open for Secretary, Treasurer, and Field Work Support. 

Students can choose two slices of cheese, pepperoni, or one of each, plus fruit and a bubbly water for $10. Gluten-free options are available. Pizza is provided by Zano’s.

Don’t miss our last TAP meeting of the school year Monday, June 8th! We have executive positions opening up next year including VP, Treasurer and Field Work Support. If you’re interested, please contact TAP President Kim Burns at kim@thekb-collective.com.

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