Compass Charter Schools’ Director of Options Learning to Speak at Mid Year Switch Homeschool Virtual Conference

By December 17, 2018 December 18th, 2018 News

Thousand Oaks, CA — Compass Charter Schools (CCS) announced today that Kristy Smith, Director of Options Learning at CCS, will be speaking at the upcoming virtual Mid-Year Switch Conference on Tuesday, January 8, 2019.

The Mid-Year Switch Conference, hosted by Homeschooling for Success, will highlight advice for parents on transitioning their scholars to a homeschooling model mid-year. The conference will feature guest speakers, specializing in subjects including specific course matter, learning methods, and the benefits of homeschool and charter schools.

“The Mid-Year Switch Virtual Conference is a great opportunity for prospective families to learn more about homeschooling,” said J.J. Lewis, CCS Superintendent & CEO. “It speaks volumes about our Compass Experience that Kristy Smith, our own Director of Options Learning, was invited to speak and share her insights with families. Whether families join our family or not, the conference will provide some great opportunities to learn more about homeschooling and equip them to make informed decisions as they support their scholars on their educational journey.”

Smith has an extensive background in education. She began her career as an all-levels math teacher at a brick and mortar high school. After ten years, she transitioned to working with independent study charter schools. For 12 years, she has shared her expertise in both online and homeschooling models and is even homeschooling her own children.

“I am so honored and excited to represent Compass Charter Schools at the Homeschooling for Success Conference,” shared Smith. “I am passionate about the many educational options available to scholars in California and look forward to sharing my knowledge with those who may be anxious about exploring homeschooling for the first time.”

Homeschooling for Success has generously offered 50% off admission for CCS families by using the coupon code “Compass.” If you are interested in attending, please click here to register.

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About Compass Charter Schools  

Compass Charter Schools (CCS) is a WASC-accredited virtual public charter school serving thousands of scholars throughout the state. Catering to TK-12 grade scholars, CCS offers the choice of either their homeschool or online academic program. CCS is committed to creating a collaborative virtual learning community, inspiring scholars to appreciate the ways in which arts and sciences nurture a curiosity for lifelong learning, and preparing scholars to take responsibility for their future successes.

For more information about CCS, visit www.compasscharters.org, via Twitter (https://twitter.com/CompassCs), on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CompassCS/) or on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/compasscs/).

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