Monday Morning Update
Online Program ~ October 7, 2019
COMPASS SCHOOL NEWS
ASSESSMENTS ~ Our learning coaches are encouraged to watch The Importance of Testing workshop, which provides an overview of testing at Compass including diagnostic assessments, state testing, English-fluency testing, and physical fitness testing. Please contact Assessment Coordinator, Beth Sneyd, at bsneyd@compasscharters.org if you have any questions.
AVID: READING TO LEARN ~ Now is a good time to review fundamental academic practices. This month, we will focus on reading to learn strategies that scholars and learning coaches can use. One such strategy is Marking the Text, where scholars are actively engaged in their reading assignments by numbering paragraphs, underlining key points, and circling unknown terms. Their reading efforts are enhanced, which improves retention, and often makes studying or completing an assignment easier.
ENERGY BUS TIP OF THE WEEK ~ Repeat to yourself, “I can, I will, I am.” This simple statement can be that extra push you need this week!
FREE MUSEUM DAYS IN SAN DIEGO ~ Throughout October, scholars living in San Diego can enjoy free admission to over 40 art, cultural, and science museums and historical sites in San Diego County when they download and present the Kids Free in October coupon.
GIVE BACK ~ The Annual Fund is Compass Charter Schools’ first giving priority and the fundraiser in which we invite every family to participate. Dollars raised through the Annual Fund benefit every scholar and provide critical operating funds to help bridge the gap between what the state provides and what it really costs to deliver the outstanding education we want for our children. We invite our community to support Compass through our Annual Fund!
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES ARE COMING UP ~ Learning coaches, please be on the lookout for an invitation from your scholar’s teacher to schedule a Parent/Teacher Conference (PTC). These conferences will be held next Monday, October 14 through Thursday, October 24. Together, scholars, learning coaches, and teachers will set goals and discuss ways to ensure scholar success.
WRITER'S WORKSHOP FOR SCHOLARS ~ Last week, Mrs. Chalco-Paz held the first in a series of Writer’s Workshop sessions focusing on Personal Narrative Writing. Scholars from both the Online and Options program participated in the live class and will spend the next few days working on assignments in the Google Classroom. If you would like to access the content of the live sessions the recordings are available here:
We would love for our scholars (and their learning coaches) to attend the next session and be a part of our workshop! Our 3-5-grade scholars will meet again next Monday, October 14 at 11:00am and our 6-8-grade scholars will meet next Wednesday, October 16 at 11:00am. We look forward to seeing you there!
Weekly Photo Gallery
Rice Experiment
International Travel
Science Experiment
K-8 SCHOOL NEWS
VISIT OUR ELEMENTARY WEBSITE ~ Our learning coaches are invited to check out what’s happening in our elementary classes this week by visiting our CCS K-5 Website!
ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
YOUTH CANDIDATE FORUMS FOR SAN DIEGO SCHOLARS ~ High school scholars in San Diego are invited to submit questions to be answered by their prospective city and county leaders. The local candidates will answer scholars’ questions during two Youth Candidate Forums at 6pm on Wednesday, February 5 and Thursday, February 6 at the Central Library in Downtown San Diego. These forums are a chance for scholars to meet and question their prospective city and county leaders.
COUNSELING SERVICES
FEATURED COUNSELING SERVICES PRESENTATION
Our 11 and 12-grade scholars are invited to attend our presentation,“Financial Aid Basics” next Tuesday, October 15 from 12-1pm. This presentation will help scholars understand the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)/California Dream Act Application (CADAA). Scholars planning to apply to a community college or a 4-year college/university are encouraged to attend this valuable presentation in the Counseling Learning Lab.
FEATURED SCHOLARSHIP
$1,000 College JumpStart Scholarship
Deadline: Thursday, October 17, 2019
Available to: High School Sophomores through Seniors
Award Amount: $1,000
The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition -- financial need is not considered -- that is open to 10th-12th graders, college students, and non-traditional students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education. The first-place prize is a $1,000 scholarship to help cover educational expenses. This award can be used at any college or university in the United States.
Learn more about the $1,000 College JumpStart Scholarship.
Enjoy a detailed list of Fall 2019 helpful college and career planning resources for middle and high school scholars.
EXCEPTIONAL SCHOLAR SERVICES
FEATURED ARTICLE ~ Math Activities for Kinesthetic Learners: The kinesthetic learner who must move around and touch objects to grasp elusive concepts in addition to presenting mathematical concepts visually and orally.
FEATURED WEBINAR ~ Tech to the Rescue: Create a Technology Toolbox for Struggling Students with ADHD and LD: In this hour-long webinar-on-demand, our learning coaches can learn about assistive technology for ADHD and learning disabilities with Brian S. Friedlander, Ph.D.
LEARNING COACH RESOURCES ~ Understanding the IEP Process: Our learning coaches are encouraged to watch this video and learn more about the specifics of the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Compass Charter Schools
- Ashley Daugherty, Online K-8 Coordinator, at adaugherty@compasscharters.org.
- Janae Smith, Online High School Coordinator, at jsmith@compasscharters.org.
- Erin Smith, Director of Online Learning, at esmith@compasscharters.org.
Email: info@compasscharters.org
Website: www.compasscharters.org
Location: 850 Hampshire Road, Suite P, Thousand Oaks, CA, United States
Phone: 855-937-4227
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassCS/
Twitter: @CompassCS