World Compass Academy engages and inspires learners in a safe, challenging,
and individualized learning environment, which cultivates and fosters character,
a lifelong love of learning, and the skills to engage in the global community.
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SPANISH STUDENTS GIVE PRESENTATIONS
Señor Welsher's 4th, 5th and 6th grade students and Señora Reyes's 3rd, 5th and 7th grade students have been working on a month long project about a famous Hispanic person. The students chose and researched one Hispanic person who has entertained or impacted history. The students' task was to research highlights of the person's career and life, create a poster board or powerpoint, and present their project in only Spanish. The students have done a great job! World Compass Academy's World Language Department is flourishing.
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REGISTRATION OPENS
FEBRUARY 1! Explorer Summer Camp will run from
June 4 through August 31 (closed July 4, 5, and 6 in observation of the holiday) from 6:30am - 6:00pm. Children ages 5 - 13 years old are eligible to attend.
The cost to attend is $40 per day, with a sibling discount of $5 off for each additional child. (1st child $40, each additional sibling is $35). This price includes the cost of 3 field trips per week, transportation, and 2 snacks a day. For on-site days, the price includes fun filled activities revolving around the theme of the week, and a one hour visit from a language teacher for both days. Payment is due the 1st Monday of the month prior to your attendance. You have the choice to attend as often as you want, whether it is just one day or every day.
There is a small registration fee to ensure your child's place at camp. Fees are $1 if you register Feb 1 through March 1, March 2 to April 1 is $20, and April 2 to May 1 is $25. Your registration fee includes a field trip shirt, swim day shirt, and supply fees.
The WCA Summer Camp is open to the public. If the child is not a current WCA student, a copy of his/her immunization record is required, along with registration. Stay tuned for more details! Questions? Email
Shea-Leah.
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ADMIN LETTER
Dear WCA Families,
We are excited to bring another element of Rachel's Challenge to WCA at the end of this month.
The Power of One Assembly will be on
January 31.
Please note that this will NOT be a Formal Uniform Day. Instead, it will be a
Spirit Wear Day as originally planned to support the PTO Spirit Night at Tokyo Joe's that evening.
The Power of One is a series of skits presented by actors who use boxes, colours, and masks to vividly portray what bullying is, what can be done about it, and how every child has the power of one, the power to report and deal with bullying when they see it. The Power of One:
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Shows vivid examples of different types of bullying: Physical, Verbal, Exclusion, and Cyber bullying
The set for the Power of One consists of a series of boxes that fit inside each other like a Russian egg. Each box is a different color: green, purple, yellow, and white, representing the different roles in the bullying process.
Following the color scheme of the boxes, the actors put on a green mask when they play the Bully, a purple mask when they play the Target, and a yellow mask for the Bystander. The highlight of the performance occurs when a volunteer from the audience looks into the Power of One box (which contains a mirror) and sees himself/herself!
The audience then takes the Power of One anti-bullying oath:
I will not bully others.
I will not stand by while others are bullied.
I will report and deal with bullying whenever I see it...
...because I have
the POWER OF ONE!
We invite parents to attend this assembly. The middle school assembly (5th - 7th grade) will be from 8:45am - 9:30am. The elementary assembly (K - 4th grade) will be from 9:35am - 10:30am.
Sincerely,
WCA Admin Team
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MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION
We will be celebrating Mardi Gras on Tuesday,
February 13, with a carnival! Students still n
eed to follow the informal (everyday) dress code, but are encouraged to wear green, gold or purple s
olid colored polos. Necklaces are allowed, but no masks, please.
Carnival Schedule: 8:50 - 9:50am (PK - 2nd), 10:00 - 10:50am (3rd & 4th), 1:15 - 2:15pm (5th - 7th)
At the school assembly on
February 9 at 1:45pm, a few French students (3rd grade and up) will be performing. The 2nd graders will also sing us some songs. All of the 1st - 4th graders have been creating miniature floats in art class as part of a Mardi Gras craft. The most original floats will be recognized during this assembly. Parents are welcome to attend!
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ENRICHMENT CLUBS
| 1st & 2nd Grade Choir 2018 |
Martial Arts (2nd - 7th), session 3
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| 3rd & 4th Grade Choir 2018 |
My Gym (K-5th) AM
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5th - 7th Grade Choir 2018
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Reptile Safari Explorers Club |
Baking Club
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Science Matters, session 2
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Bricks 4 Kidz, session 3
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Slime Club
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Chess Club, session 2
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Soccer Buddies, session 2
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Coding Club (2nd - 7th), session 2
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Sticky Fingers
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Crafting Club
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TGA Tennis
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KIDS' NIGHT OUT!
6-10 pm
Bounce House/Pizza/Crafts/Games/Movie
World Compass Academy
All Kids and Ages Welcome
if you have any questions and to sign up!
Cost: $25 for 1st child, $35 for 2-3 children, $45 for 4 or more children.
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PARKING LOT SAFETY
As construction continues, the school parking lot and carpool will be impacted. Please be aware of construction vehicles/equipment that may be present, especially during drop-off and pick-up.
Don't forget that once you are through the Crossing Guard Stop Sign, there is still another stop sign before you turn left onto Perry Street. This intersection can back up, so please make sure that you are watching the vehicle in front of you.
There has been an increase in students being dropped off and walking into the building without an adult. This poses a safety risk to our students. Please remember that all students must be dropped off at the doors either in the front or back of the school building. When using the cross walks, please make sure your students are with you and that they are aware of the cars around them.
If you are running a little late and arrive at 8:05am or after, your child will need to be signed in at the front desk. Thanks for your cooperation!
We appreciate all you do in keeping our kids safe!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
2018-19 Openings. We have openings in
Preschool - 8th grade for the 2018-19 school year! Help us spread the word to your family, friends and neighbors about our amazing school. The first step is to complete the
2018-19 Intent to Enroll form. Questions? Call the school office at 303-814-5200.
Pizza Friday. The next Pizza Friday is January 26! Parents may order the pizza slices through
My Kids Lunch, our lunch caterer, following the same process you use for ordering hot lunches. Please order at least 48 hours in advance. Pizza will be the only hot lunch menu option available.
We are offering Cheese and Pepperoni slices at $2.00/slice. We apologize, but gluten free options will not be available. Please send your child with their own beverage, as those won't be provided. Questions? Please call the school office at 303-814-5200.
Landsharks Spring Track. Landsharks spring track season is just around the corner! Landsharks is open to boys and girls in grades K-6th. Practices begin the week of
April 2
. Please come to our parent meeting
Monday, January 29, at 6:00pm
in the WCA gym. Questions? Email Catie Kannenberg.
Monthly Formal Uniform Calendar. Please click
here to view the calendar for February. There will be a school assembly on
February 9 (focus on positivity).
EARLY RELEASE DAY. On Friday,
February 16, students will be released after lunch at 12:30pm.
Preschool and Half Day K do not have school this day.
NO SCHOOL. There is NO SCHOOL on Monday,
February 19 in observance of President's Day.
DCSD Community Events. The Foundation for Douglas County Schools (formerly DCEF) partners with Denver's premier sports teams, attractions and venues to provide you with exciting discounted programs, all while giving back to our school. Please use the link below for purchasing your discounted tickets to the upcoming events.
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CALENDAR REMINDERS
| TONIGHT |
PTO Meeting, 6:30pm |
| January 19 |
Geography Bee, 1:30pm |
| January 19 |
Kids' Night Out, 6pm |
| January 24 |
Girls' Basketball @ Home vs. North Star Academy, 4:15pm |
| January 26 |
Pizza Friday! |
January 26
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Girls' Basketball @ Home vs. Aspen View Academy, 4:15pm
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| January 29 |
Landsharks Parent Meeting, 6pm |
| January 31 |
Power of One Assembly (NOT a Formal Uniform Day) |
January 31
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Girls' Basketball @ Home vs. Littleton Prep, 4:15pm
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| January 31 |
PTO Spirit Night @ Tokyo Joe's (4-8:30pm)/SPIRIT WEAR DAY |
| February 1 |
Summer Camp Registration Opens |
| February 2 |
SAC Meeting, 2:45pm |
| February 9 |
FORMAL UNIFORM DAY/School Assembly, 1:45pm |
| February 13 |
Mardi Gras Celebration |
| February 13 |
PTO Meeting, 6:30pm |
| February 16 |
Early Release Day @ 12:30pm/Professional Development PM
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February 16
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Preschool & Half Day K - NO SCHOOL
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February 19
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President's Day/NO SCHOOL |
| February 23 |
Chinese New Year Celebration |
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2490 S. Perry Street
Castle Rock, CO 80104
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Attendance: 303-814-5280
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