Polar Bear Express
Updates for Week of June 8
Compass Rose Legacy
CRA Polar Bears do what's...
- Respect
- Ingenuity
- Grit
- Honesty
- Teamwork
Email: info@compassrosesa.org
Website: https://www.compassrosepublicschools.org/
Location: 8005 Outer Circle Road, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 210-540-9265
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassRoseSA/
Welcome from the Principals !
Hello Families!!
This is our first newsletter for the upcoming school year. Over the summer, we will use the newsletter as a way to keep you up-to-date on whats happening at CR Legacy. We are so excited to work alongside you and cannot wait to see all the amazing things our scholars will accomplish.
Clear goals , full hearts, all in!
Brittany Thompson, Middle School Principal and Chris "Cliff" Claflin, High School Principal
Meet Your CR Legacy Middle School and High School Leadership Teams
Brittany Thompson, MS Principal
Degree(s): B.S. - History with an emphasis on secondary education; M.Ed.- Educational Leadership
Favorite book or book currently reading: The Harry Potter Series
What I am excited about: I am excited about connecting with students and families and making this the best school year yet. In addition, I am really, really, really excited for our new building!!!
Chris "Cliff" Claflin, HS Principal
College(s): George Washington University ,University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Sam Houston State University
Degree (s): Bachelor of Science; Major: Geology and minor in Physics; Master of Science in Geological Sciences, Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Favorite book or book currently reading: The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
What I am excited about: I was a principal for nine years at YES Prep in Houston before joining KIPP as a head of schools four years ago. During that time, I learned a lot more about what it takes to lead great schools and I am excited to get back to my roots leading a school and directly educating the amazing students and families in our Compass Rose community.
Vincent Canales, Assistant Principal of Operations
Degree(s): B.A. International Studies/MBA candidate
Favorite book or book currently reading: City of Thieves, Author: David Benioff
What I am excited about: I am very excited to see our returning students and those who are newly enrolled!The operations team works very hard to provide the support that our administration and teachers need to be able to focus on classroom instruction and ensure your child succeeds. Let's make it a great year!
Monica Gonzalez, MS Assistant Principal of Instruction
Degree: Bachelor in Business Management
Favorite book or book currently reading: Los Ojos de Mi Princesa by Carlos Cuauhtemoc Sanchez
What am I excited about: I am looking forward to getting to know you all, working hard this year, and having lots of fun together! Also, I'm looking forward to rewarding students & teachers that work hard in class and show lots of grit with some delicious baked goods from Ms. G!
Michael Osikoya, MS Dean of Family and Students
College attended: Texas Southern University
Degree: Interdisciplinary Studies; Minor: Environmental Health and Safety
Favorite book or book currently reading: The New Jim Crow
What I am excited about: It is my privilege to serve as the Dean of Students & Families. Meeting the needs of ALL of our scholars is a top priority and I am eager to execute new strategies and ideas that will make a positive difference in our scholars’ lives. I am confident that these initiatives will provide the socio- emotional support that scholars need to be successful at Compass Rose, to and through college, and beyond.
China Cardriche, HS Assistant Principal of Instruction
College attended: Harvard University
Degree: Bachelor of Science ; Major: Economics and Mathematics
Favorite book or book currently reading: Becoming by Michelle Obama
What I am excited about: I am extremely excited to join Compass Rose because I am looking forward to the opportunity to positively impact so many students. Additionally, I am excited to build amazing relationships with excellent educators to bring impactful change.
Farris Thomas, HS Dean of Students and Families
College(s): Plattsburg State University and Stony Brook University and
Degree(s):Bachelor of Arts; Major: Human Development & Family Relations and minor in Africana Studies ; Master of Higher Education Administration
Favorite book or book currently reading: Becoming by Michelle Obama
What I am excited about: I am excited to join the Compass Rose family and continue the work of being a Dean of Students. As I’m sure you are too, I can’t wait to meet our beloved students and their families and build meaningful relationship with them all. Most importantly, I look forward to partnering with you all to continue building a safe environment for our students to thrive academically and behaviorally.
p.s. I look forward to trying all the best local foods, so pass along any good recommendations :-)
Covid- 19 Update from Principals
On Monday , our CEO and founder, Paul Morrissey , sent out communication explaining our next steps in terms of Covid - 19. The communication can be found below. As your school leaders, we want to follow- up on his message and reiterate that safety is our #1 priority. We are taking every precaution and are hopeful that we will be able to return to in - person learning on August 17.
The network team and leadership team is continuing to plan for all contingencies.We are committed to supporting scholars for full school day if we are permitted to do so. There is a possibility of virtual option for those who may require it. More information regarding this will be in future newsletters.
In addition, our operations team is working hard on building readiness and equipping buildings with health and safety items. These include hand sanitizer stations, equipping nursing stations, and distancing marking on floors.
We are finalizing our proposed health and safety guidelines to create the safest possible environment for both students and staff.
Your feedback matters to us as we make final decisions. Please also take the time to complete this survey using this link https://forms.gle/LLv4t8sxF56bxJDv7 by June 19.
Please email bthompson@compassroeschools.org or cclaflin@compassroseschools.org if you have any questions.
Building Update - Check out our floor plan!
Pandemic-EBT Benefits/ Beneficios por Pandemia- APPLICATION NOW OPEN!
Dear Parent or Guardian,
Your household may be eligible to receive Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) benefits to buy food. P-EBT is for children 5-18 years old who received SNAP food benefits for the month of March 2020 and children up to 21 years old who are certified for free or reduced-price meals at school in Texas during the 2019-20 school year. Children that attend a school that offers free meals to all students (Community Eligibility Provision or Provision 2) are also eligible.
The online application for P-EBT is now open. Please review the criteria to see if you need to apply to receive these benefits. The application link is provided below.
Do I need to apply for P-EBT?
Families that DID NOT get SNAP benefits for the month of March 2020- Yes, you will need to apply. Fill out an application here: yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/PEBT The application is open until June 30, 2020.
If you do not currently get SNAP benefits and your child is approved for P-EBT, you will be mailed a P-EBT card loaded with benefits.
Families that DID get SNAP benefits for the month of March 2020- You do not need to apply for children ages 5-18. Benefits were loaded onto your existing SNAP card by May 22.
If you have children under 5 and/or between the ages of 19 and 21, you will need to fill out an application for those children. Fill out an application here: yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/PEBT
If you get SNAP benefits and your child is approved for P-EBT, we will put funds on your current Lone Star Card.
P-EBT is a one-time benefit for families issued through an EBT card (like a debit card). Families receive up to $285 per eligible child. You will have one year from the date the benefits were issued to use your P-EBT benefits. P-EBT benefits are non-transferrable.
If you need help filling out the P-EBT application, please contact is 833-613-6220. For more information, please visit hhs.texas.gov/PEBT or call is 833-613-6220.
If you need help filling out the P-EBT application, please contact 833-613-6220.
Have questions?
Front Office - frontoffice@compassrosesa.org
Student Supports (Special Education, ESL, 504) - studentsupports@compassrosesa.org