Recent Compass Connector Highlights
The Compass Connector is a weekly email distributed each Friday to our community with highlights from the school and surrounding area.
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I’ve got the one hit wonder Walking on Sunshine by Katrina and the Waves stuck in my head. This brings back fond memories of walking toward my own high school graduation with a boombox in hand dancing to the lyrics: “ I feel alive, I feel the love, I feel the love that’s really real.”
As I sit down to write this week’s note which is also the culmination of my first year as Head of School, one of my favorite ‘80s songs has taken on new meaning. Back when we were preparing for Giving Day in December, Louise said it best, "At the core of compassion is Compass".
The Class of 2024’s middle school experience ended with an abrupt shutdown of schools due to a global pandemic. Since then these beautiful humans have persevered and earned their high school diploma. We look forward to celebrating them and you all at tomorrow’s ceremony.
This weekly note marks the ending of the 2023-2024 school year. This summer we will be upgrading Compass School’s IT network and transitioning to the use Cisco Meraki products. The next Compass Connector will be sent using that new to Compass technology in the Fall!
As some families are transitioning elsewhere after this year, and new are coming to Compass, I hope all continue to walk in the sunshine and are able to find joy in this weekend’s weather forecast.
Regards,
Kendra -
Please join us to celebrate the 12 seniors who are ready to begin their lives beyond high school!
The ceremony starts at 10:30 am and, weather permitting, we'll be outside.
Please plan to stay for light snacks, conversation, and celebrations cupcakes after the event.
Personalized diplomas are unique to Compass so take a close look at each one to learn more about each of our seniors! -
Please help us shape the future of Compass School!
We welcome your insight and invite you to contribute to the fundraising planning process for the years to come. Some of you have already participated in focus groups, work group meetings, and staff have completed the SOAR Template. SOAR stands for strengths-opportunities-aspirations-results.
The SOAR approach is intentionally designed to flip the deficit mentality of a SWOT analysis. In the past when strategic planning, some organizations relied on the SWOT (strengths-weakness-opportunities-threat) approach.
Building on the community’s vision for personalization and compassion, the process of fundraising and development this year is being anchored in this strengths-based approach. All of which aligns with Compass School’s legacy and involvement with the Coalition for Essential Schools.With the goal of crafting an inclusive, well informed vision for the future of our organization, please share your perspectives in a 10-15 minute survey.
Employee Survey
Student Survey
Alumni Survey
Donor Survey
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➡️June 1st - Graduation @10:30 am
➡️May 28 - June 5th - Project Week
➡️June 5th - NO SCHOOL Project Exhibition Night - Students arrive at 4pm to set up.
➡️June 6th - Last Day of School
Project Week In-Progress
Thank you to all the parents, community members, friends, family, and board members who came out this week to support our students as they presented their learning in a variety of formats. Your kind words and celebrations of who they are and how they learn made this week even more special.
🎓Join Us for Graduation Tomorrow!
Please join us to celebrate the 12 seniors who are ready to begin their lives beyond high school!
The ceremony starts at 10:30 am and the weather is looking lovely for an outside ceremony!
Please plan to stay for light snacks, conversation, and celebrations cupcakes after the event.
Reminder: *Juniors are required attend and need to arrive by 10 o'clock to help set up.
Personalized diplomas are unique to Compass so take a close look at each one to learn more about each of our seniors!
We're looking forward to a fantastic celebration and hope you'll join us for a special morning.
**Please park only on Compass campus property.
Parents Corner
It's hard to believe next week is our final few days of school for the year!
➡️Monday, June 3rd is the last day of project week. Your kids will either be on or off campus based on their projects.
➡️Tuesday, June 4th all students are expected back at Compass for the full day of school.
➡️Wednesday, June 5th, NO SCHOOL during the day. Exhibition night begins at 4pm for all students, parents, and community members. Join us! The event will end by 6:30pm.
➡️Thursday, June 6th - Last day of school for all students