March 14, 2019

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.


Parent/Teacher Conference Update


It looks like March really is our snowiest month yet! We hope everyone is staying safe and warm. Due to the weather, we have had to make some changes to the Parent/Teacher Conference schedules. 

Elementary Conferences. Teachers will be reaching out to reschedule conferences that were cancelled due to the snow days. Watch for updated sign-up geniuses.

Middle School Conferences. The pre-scheduled conferences with individual families will still be held on Friday, March 15. We have scheduled a general make-up session in the gym on Tuesday, March 26, 4-6pm.  This will be an opportunity to meet with middle school, foreign language, and specials teachers.


2019-20 Intent to Return Deadline Extended


The deadline has been extended to March 29 to let us know if your K-7 student will be returning or not returning for the  2019-20 school year! 


Even if your child will NOT be returning, you will still need to submit the form.  Please complete one form per family. Current preschoolers should NOT complete this form.

IF BOTH THE INTENT TO RETURN FORM AND THE $200 STUDENT FEE ARE NOT SUBMITTED BY MARCH 29, WE CAN NOT GUARANTEE ENROLLMENT FOR NEXT YEAR.

You may pay online  HERE, or drop-off a check or cash at the front office.

If you have any questions, please email  Mary Bertke , school Registrar.



Board Vacancies


The WCA Board of Directors is seeking to fill vacancies on the governing board for positions that include, but are not limited to, Treasurer and Marketing Director. Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2019 and interviews will be scheduled the first two weeks of April.  Thank you.



Order Your 2018-19 Yearbook!


It is time to order your yearbook!  WCA is using TreeRing again this year. If your teacher's name is not listed in the drop down menu, please use the name "PELLEY." Any questions? Please email Krista Pelley



State Geography Bee


WCA is thrilled to share that our school geography bee winner, Veronika D., has qualified to compete at the National Geographic GeoBee Colorado Competition. This competition, being held on March 29, invites the top 100 geographers from schools around the state to compete for the opportunity to represent Colorado in the national level GeoBee. 

Please join us in wishing Veronika good luck!


Talent Show...Save the Dates!


We are so excited to announce our second annual WCA Talent Show! Auditions are open to all K-8 students. Registration information will be available Monday, April 1




Science Fair


WCA's third annual Science Fair will be taking place on April 25. Students will be asked to apply the scientific method to investigate a project of their choice from Science Buddies and display their process and results. The Science Fair will be open to any students in grades 1-8, and will be a required activity for students in grade 4. Students in grade 4 will be receiving additional information and support getting started during class in the coming weeks. For more information, or to get involved if your student is in grades 1-3 or 5-8, please contact Kate Parker .


Career Day


WCA is working to organize a career day on Tuesday, May 7. We are looking for parent volunteers who are willing to come in to speak to students about your job and career.  
  • Primary students will learn about what the job is and why it is important to the community.
  • Elementary students will learn what the job is and what skills are involved in doing it.
  • Middle schoolers will learn not only about the job, but also the education necessary for the career.
  • If your company or job has any international aspects, we would love to have that involved as well.  
We are hoping to have many different professions represented for the students. The event will be taking place during the school day with different age groups of students filtering through at different times. If you are interested in volunteering for Career Day or know someone who might be, please contact Kate Parker.  Please note, depending on the amount of interest, we may not be able to accommodate all volunteers.  





REGISTRATION IS OPEN! REGISTER HERE!

Explorer Summer Camp will run from  June 3 through August 9 (closed July 3, 4, and 5 in observation of the holiday) from 6:30am - 6:00pm. Children K-8th are eligible to attend.
New this year...TWO PROGRAMS...Kindergarten - 5th grade & 6th - 8th grade.

SUMMER CAMP DETAILS


Kids' Night Out!


Friday, March 29
6-10pm

Bounce House/Dinner/Crafts/Games/ Movie
World Compass Academy
All Kids and Ages Welcome

Please email:  KidsNightOutWCA@gmail.com
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.

PTO Announcements


Next PTO meeting . We hope to see you at our next meeting in the cafeteria on March 27  at 6:30pm.

Spirit Night. Join us on March 28 at Cafe Rio. Bring your friends! It will be a great cooking-free night of easy fundraising. This will be a Spirit Wear Day.

WCA Gear. If you are still looking for ways to represent our school, we have got you covered.
The next order of hoodies, vests, shirts and stickers has arrived. We will definitely have some available for purchase at the spring event, but if you would like to buy something before that, please contact Ashley Lenihan
.


Announcements


Carpool ReminderStudents may only enter/exit a vehicle from the curb. They are not allowed to walk around the car. If it is necessary that student(s) only enter/exit from a specific side of your vehicle, please use the pick-up/drop-off line that will allow your student to enter/exit your vehicle from the curb. Thank you for your cooperation as we work to keep your kids safe. 

Elementary Cougar Awards Assembly Will Be Rescheduled. We will keep you posted on a new date!

Spring Break. Enjoy the week off,  March 18-22!

Middle School Awards Assembly. Mark your calendars for Friday, March 29 at 2:15pm.  This will be a Formal Uniform Day for 5th - 8th ONLY . Middle school students will receive awards for boys' and girls' basketball, cheer, honor roll, perfect attendance and Cougar Essential character awards. How do you know if your student will make the honor roll? You may check their 2nd trimester grades in the Parent Portal, beginning tomorrow. If your child will be receiving a character award, you will be notified ahead of time. Parents are welcome to attend!

Elementary Choir Concert. The elementary choir concert is  April 9 from 6:00-6:30pm in the gym. We will be singing some cheerful songs and Disney classics! Be ready to sing along!

Limited Openings in K-8 for the 2019-20 School Year . Please help us spread the word!  The Second Round of Open Enrollment for K-8 is open now through August 1. For instructions on completing the Open Enrollment Process, please go  HERE . Questions? Please email the school Registrar,  Mary Bertke . This does not apply to current WCA students.

19-20 Preschool Enrollment. Now accepting applications  HERE! Enrollment in our preschool program is first come, first served. Priority enrollment will apply. For information about the 2019-20 Preschool Program, please go  HERE. For next year, class times have been extended to 3 hours and tuition has been reduced! Questions? Please  email  Mary Bertke.

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. 

Colorado Rapids vs. DC United , Saturday, April 13th @ 7:00pm


Calendar Reminders


March 15 NO SCHOOL/Parent Teacher Conferences
March 18-22 NO SCHOOL/Spring Break
March 26 Middle School Make-up Session for Conferences, 4-6pm
March 27 PTO Meeting, 6:30pm
March 28 PTO Spirit Night @ Cafe Rio/SPIRIT WEAR DAY
March 29 Pizza Friday!
March 29 Middle School Awards Assembly, 2:15pm
March 29 Formal Uniform Day (5-8 ONLY)
March 29 Intent to Return Deadline EXTENDED 
March 29 Kids' Night Out, 6-10pm
April 9 Elementary Choir Concert, 6pm


HAVE A WONDERFUL SPRING BREAK!



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Castle Rock, CO 80104
Main Phone: 303-814-5200
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