The Compass Notes for Families
February 3, 2023
February:
- 8th: 2 Hour Early out- Spring Showcase/Student Conferences
- 14th: Spring Parties
- 17th: No School for Students- all elementary offices will be closed in the afternoon on this date. Administrative Assistants will be in professional development.
- 24th: Watch D.O.G.S
Platte County Recruitment Video
We are so very proud of our Platte County pride and school district! If you are interested or know of anyone who may be interested, please consider working for a wonderful district! Two of our own Compass staff are featured in the video! Thank you Ms. Parrish and Mr. Jacob!
Lunch Visit Sign-Ups
We are excited to welcome you to visit your Pirate at lunch! If you are ordering a lunch to eat with your student, please call ahead or confirm your order as you sign up with the link below.
Meet our New Social Worker: Roxanne Bade
Smart-Watches
As a reminder, students are not to be accessing phones or texting-devices during the school day, per board policy.
See below a snip from the Parent/Student Handbook.
Thank you.
Other Important Information
Birthday Treats & Celebrations
🏴☠️ Pirates ROCK Character Trait
Pirates R.O.C.K. (Raising Outstanding Character Kids) is a program designed to surround our families with examples of strong character traits through school experiences, at home, and reinforced in their community.
Each month our community focuses on a specific character trait and students are recognized for exhibiting these traits: Self Confidence, Pride, Responsibility, Citizenship, Compassion, Individuality, Self Control, Integrity, Perseverance, Respect, Honesty, and Cooperation.
Below are some Leader in Me February activities you can do with your student(s) at home!
Feel free to turn them into the office when completed if you want!
Previous Important Information from Previous Newsletters
2023-24 Academic Calendar Approved
The Board approved the academic calendar for the 2023-24 school year, as suggested by teachers, support staff, parents and board members on the calendar committee, and taking into consideration feedback during public review. The first day of school on August 22, the last day of school on May 22, and potential makeup days are planned for May 23, 24, and 28-31.
It is important to note this calendar makes a shift from 2-hour early release days for Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to full-day Professional Learning Days. The change in approach will provide teachers with more efficient and focused time for professional development, while reducing the number of days parents have to find day care alternatives for their children.
Career Fair May 2023
Our innovation team is working on putting together a Career Fair sometime after MAP testing in 2023.
We would love to get feedback from parents who might be interested in participating. Thank you!!
PARENT SURVEY
Character Warms the Heart Week - Feb. 13-17
Each February, PCR-3 warms up our character education program with a week devoted to good character. Join in the warmth by participating in our Spirit Week, donating to the Treasure Chest, and celebrating our character trait and leadership students! See flier for details.
Kindergarten Kick Off
Do you have an incoming Kindergartner?
Children who have turned five years of age before August 1, 2023, are eligible for kindergarten for the 2023-24 school year and are invited to our Kindergarten Kickoffs in our elementaries on Thursday, March 30. Families are encouraged to view the attendance area boundary map linked here on the District website, or call the District office at 816-858-5420 for confirmation of attendance area. If you know of a family with a child entering kindergarten, please pass this information along, and if your family has an incoming kindergartner, please complete the following form. We will send you additional information about Kindergarten Kickoff and an enrollment packet.
2023 Kindergarten Information Form
Student Showcase/Spring Conferences
Spring Parent/Teacher Conferences, Early Release - Feb. 8Spring parent/teacher conferences are scheduled for February 8. Students will be released 2 hours early on this day. This is a very important time for parents to discuss or see their student's progress, as research has shown that parental involvement is one of the most important factors in a student's success in school.
- Barry School (including Great Beginnings at Barry), Platte City Middle School, and Platte County High School: 2-7 p.m.
- Northland Career Center: 3:30-7 p.m.
- Compass Elementary, Great Beginnings at DEC, Pathfinder Elementary, and Siegrist Elementary: 2:30-7:30 p.m
- When: Your teacher should be sending out a sign-up form for you to select a time that works for you and your student.
- What should I expect: This is a student-led conference. Your student will be leading you, the parent/guardian, through a Lotus document around the school and their classroom. Your student will show you their reading, math, writing, and leadership notebook. You also will have the opportunity to walk through the school to look at the classroom bulletin boards where goals and student work will be displayed. If you want to paint a "Kindness Rock", which will go in the "Kindness Garden", please stop by the cafeteria before leaving!
Thank You to Our Compass Elementary Pirates R.O.C.K. Business Partners!
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