Monday Morning Update
Options Program - October 1, 2018
COMPASS & OPTIONS SCHOOL NEWS
ACTIVITY LOGS ~ It is very important that all learning coaches submit their scholar’s activity logs in ParentSquare. This log is how your homeroom teacher takes attendance, so it is extremely important for you to submit it on time and accurately. If you need help with your activity log, get in touch with your EF!
BLOG ~ 4 WAYS TO ENCOURAGE POSITIVE CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT - Last week we celebrated Character Day! It was a special time to learn about the science of human character and celebrate differences in character. Read our latest blog for tips to encourage positive character development.
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 TOWN HALLS ~ October is the month that we are hosting our first quarterly Parent Town Hall with the Superintendent for the 2018-19 school year! Learn more and RSVP through our ParentSquare calendar!
THE ENERGY BUS ~ Check out this week’s Make a Difference Monday Message from The Energy Bus! This week we also want to hear from our families on Make a Difference Monday! Use our CCS Energy Bus Fun FlipGrid to record a short, inspirational video message sharing a tip on how to make a positive difference at our school. Be sure you log into Flip Grid using your Compass email address. We would love for you to tie in our Energy Bus Principles! Below are a few questions to think about when planning your short, Make a Difference Monday video message!
How do you keep a positive outlook/attitude when faced with challenges? (Principle #5 Transform Negativity)
What is an action you’ve taken to move your vision forward? (Principle # 1 You’re the Driver/Principle #2 Create a Positive Vision)
What are some positive things happening in your school/classroom? (Principle #4 Fuel Your Ride with Positive Energy/Principle #6 Love Your Passengers)
Don’t forget to always end your message with You're AWESOME, You're the BEST, YOU ROCK!
SEESAW FAMILY APP ~ Now that you have used the Seesaw CLASS app to upload your work samples, be sure to get the FAMILY app which allows you to look at your scholar’s portfolio and your Educational Facilitator’s feedback. Watch your emails for more information from your Educational Facilitator on how to connect to your scholar’s folder in the Seesaw class.
NAVIGATORS' NEWS
VENDOR NEWS
Energy, motion, health are all qualities promoted at EMH Sports. Check out their flyer announcing the return of one of their most popular sports, flag football. Flag football is available for boys and girls, grades preK-12. EMH Sports has multiple locations throughout California, including several new sites! You can locate more information about EMH Sports on their website.
Outschool connects motivated learners, parents, and teachers together to create great learning experiences by offering unique online classes that meet via group video chat. With more than 4,000 classes to offer to scholars in K-12th grades, Outschool has something for everyone! Creatively-named classes -- like Potions Course 4-10 (Harry Potter Themed Chemistry), Dungeons and Dragons: A Fun Adventure, Outbreak! Classifying Pathogens, and Minecraft + Architecture History = AWESOME! -- are sure to capture your scholar’s interest. Review their website or check out this flyer for more details or to find a class that fits your scholar’s interests.
COUNSELING SERVICES
FEATURED COUNSELING SERVICES PRESENTATIONS
High School scholars are invited to join a counseling workshop called "Scholarships - Where to begin?" this Wednesday, October 3 from 12 to 1 pm. The workshop will help scholars understand general information pertaining to scholarships as well as finding and applying to scholarships. RSVP here.
Middle School scholars are encouraged to join a counseling workshop called "Let's Get Organized" next Tuesday, October 9 from 12 to 1 pm. The workshop will provide an opportunity for scholars to take an executive functioning assessment, create an individualized daily schedule and practice how to spot disorganization. RSVP here.
High School scholars are invited to join an important presentation called “Navigating the College Application Process” next Wednesday, October 10 from 12 to 1pm. The presentation will help scholars understand the application process for the UC, CSU and common application requirements of a 4-year college application. Any scholar planning to apply to a 4-year college/university is strongly encouraged to attend this valuable presentation. Scholars will also learn about our participation in the California College Application and Success Campaign (CCASC). RSVP here.
WEEKLY COLLEGE SPOTLIGHT - To guide scholars who plan to attend college, the Counseling Services Department will provide a weekly spotlight on various schools during the open application period. This week, the focus is on the University of California (UC) system.
APPLICATIONS - The University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) applications for Fall 2019 are now open! Scholars are encouraged to complete their applications early.
SCHOLARSHIPS - The deadline for the $1,000 College JumpStart Scholarship is approaching fast! Complete your application before Wednesday, October 17. View our entire list of scholarships opportunities.
FINANCIAL AID - The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are now open! Complete your financial aid application now for the 2019-2020 school year.
Enjoy a detailed list of Fall 2018 helpful college and career planning resources for middle and high school scholars.
Exceptional Scholar Services
HELPFUL LEARNING COACH RESOURCES
Check out “Student Planners: A Playbook for Life with ADHD,” on setting up a planner guide. All scholars can benefit from this how-to guide, especially our kids that struggle in the area of executive functioning and those with ADD/ADHD.
Take a moment to read this article about how a child living with Down Syndrome, Joey Towell, turns challenges into teachable moments.
- “Homework Strategies for Parents” is a great resource to guide learning coaches while they help their scholars with homework.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Visit our ParentSquare Calendar for more information on our upcoming events.
Compass Charter Schools
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