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Newsletter November 15, 2024 | |
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Dear World Compass Academy Families,
As we approach the holiday season, we’re excited to share one of World Compass Academy’s most cherished traditions—our Holidays Around the World celebration! In keeping with our mission to inspire “a lifelong love of learning and the skills to engage in the global community,” this annual event is a joyful way for our students to learn about and connect with cultures from across the globe.
This tradition replaces the typical holiday party before winter break, offering a unique and enriching experience for our students. Each grade level explores the winter holiday celebrations in a different region that aligns with the Core Knowledge curriculum, creating a rich tapestry of global celebrations:
- Kindergarten: The United States of America
- First Grade: Mexico
- Second Grade: India
- Third Grade: Scandinavia
- Fourth Grade: Europe
- Fifth Grade: South America
- Sixth Grade: Middle East
- Seventh Grade: Russia
- Eighth Grade: Africa
Ask your child about the exciting things they’ll be discovering as we explore the rich traditions of warmth, love, family, peace, generosity, and togetherness that define the winter months across the world. We can’t wait to celebrate these wonderful traditions together!
Warmly,
Bethany Merkling
Principal
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Cougar Calendar Reminders
Blue: Elementary Green: Middle School Black: All Students
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Nov 21 | Final Day to Order Apparel, Gratitude with Grown Ups
Nov 22 | 8th Grade Career Expo Field Trip: Formal Uniforms, K-7 Free Dress Day
Nov 23 | Castle Rock Starlighting Cheerleaders Performance 2:00pm
Nov 25-29| Thanksgiving Break
Dec 3 | Formal Uniform Day | Picture Retakes | Board Meeting 6:30pm
Dec 5 | Art & Music Winter Showcase 5-7:30pm
Dec 6 | K-4 Testing Day(no classes) | 5-8 Normal School Day
Dec 11 | Spirit Wear Day (Willy Wanka Themed) | Dickey's BBQ
Dec 13-14 | Willy Wanka Jr. Musical Performances 6:00pm
Dec 18 | 5th Field Trip Denver Center | 8th Field Trip Sterm/Legacy Campuses
Dec 23-Jan 6 | Winter Break
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Join us for WCA PTO's Gratitude with Grown-Ups Pie lunch, an event specially designed to celebrate the season of giving thanks. As we gather to partake in delicious pies, we invite all attendees to reflect on the importance of gratitude in our lives and to share their thankfulness with one another. Through this shared experience, we hope to cultivate an even greater sense of community and belonging among WCA families. If you are interested in volunteering for this event please sign-up here.
Thursday 11/21/24. During your child's lunch in the WCA Cafeteria
(please enter through cafeteria doors)
K 10:40-11:05
1st 11:10-11:30
2nd 11:55-12:15
3rd 11:40-12:05
4th 11:30-11:53
(confirm with your MS student which lunch they have due to electives)
5/6 12:17-12:45
7/8 1:05-1:35
FAQ
- Each student will be served one piece of apple pie during their lunch period. You (the grown up) are invited to share that piece of pie with them (one piece of pie per student).
- If you have multiple kids at WCA, each child will get a piece of pie at their
designated lunch. If you can attend multiple lunches, that is wonderful. If not, and there is a different grown up who is able to attend, they are more than welcome.
- We will have a gluten free pie option. If that doesn’t work, you are welcome to bring an option that fits you/your child’s needs.
We hope you enjoy this chance to connect with your students during their lunch hour.
The Lost and Found will also be displayed for you to look through. As the temperatures change throughout the season the pile of sweatshirts and jackets has increased significantly.
Wishing you a beautiful start to the holiday season!
Michele Lowery, PTO
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Castle Rock Starlighting
Come and support the WCA Cheerleaders as they take part in the annual Castle Rock Starlighting event! On November 23rd at 2 PM, our cheerleading squad will be performing at the corner of 3rd and Wilcox Street, adding a spirited touch to this cherished community celebration.
The Castle Rock Starlighting is a time-honored tradition that brings the community together to welcome the holiday season. Don't miss this opportunity to show your support for the WCA Cheerleaders and experience the magic of the Castle Rock Starlighting. We hope to see you there, cheering on our students and sharing in the joy of the season!
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Educational Outfitters, one of the locations to order WCA formal uniforms, is moving locations. They opened in the new location on 11/2/2024 and are very excited to be in our new storefront. The new address is 159 W. County Line Road, Littleton, CO 80129. | |
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Library Help
Mrs. R is in need of help in the library shelving and checking in books! If you are interested, email her what day and time you would like to come in! kim.reifschneider@worldcompassacademy.com
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Spring Musical Information
Hadestown: Teen Edition Registration https://tinyurl.com/wcahadestownsignup
Students can and should attend the workshops even if they haven't registered on MySchoolBucks yet. Important: If your students has a conflict because they are in another school extracurricular activity, I encourage them to honor their commitment to that activity first. Workshop info: Workshops will be held to replace the usual audition process. Please have your student attend at least 4 to 5 workshops. 1 on 1 sessions with Mr. Doerr and video recordings are acceptable replacements to the workshops. Attending as many as possible is strongly suggested. 3rd-8th graders are eligible. Main cast sign up deadline is December 18th.
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Workshop Dates:
November 4th - 4:00 to 5:00 PM
November 7th - 4:00 to 5:00 PM
November 14th - 4:00 to 5:00 PM
November 18th - 4:00 to 5:00 PM
November 21st - 4:00 to 5:00 PM
December 7th - 2:00 to 4:00 PM (SATURDAY)
December 16th - 4:00 to 5:30 PM
December 17th - 4:00 to 5:30 PM
December 18th - 4:00 to 5:30 PM
December 19th - 4:00 to 5:30 PM
December 20th - CAST LIST
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MS Science
In Mr. Scotten's engaging and interactive 5th-grade science class, students embarked on an exciting exploration of the various states of matter, with a special focus on the fascinating process of sublimation using dry ice. Through hands-on experiments and collaborative discussions, these budding scientists uncovered the secrets of matter's transformative properties.
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MS History
Students in Ms. Tabaka's 7th and 8th-grade History class recently conducted in-depth research on various Native American tribes. As part of their project, they investigated the geographical biomes where these tribes resided, the natural resources they utilized, their modes of travel, and the weaponry they developed. Each student focused on a specific tribe, creating a detailed and informative depiction of the unique characteristics and cultural practices that defined these indigenous communities.
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A Night in Rio Gala: March 7, 2025 | |
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Save the date! World Compass Academy will be hosting our second annual fundraiser gala on Friday, March 7 from 6-10 p.m. at The Oaks at Plum Creek.
The event will feature dinner and drinks, music and entertainment, as well as silent and live auctions supporting the school. Learn more by visiting our event page here.
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Alumni
At WCA, we hold our alumni close to our hearts and are always delighted to hear about their accomplishments and adventures! We celebrate our alumni's successes and are proud to have been a part of their journey. Keep soaring, Cougars, and don't forget to keep us updated on your latest achievements! Go Anywhere! Do Anything!
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NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE: The Douglas County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, genetic information, or physical characteristics, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment of, or employment in educational programs or activities. The School District's Compliance Officer is Aaron Henderson, 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, complianceofficer@dcsdk12.org, 720-433-108. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. | | | | |
