Monday Morning Update (MMU) - Compass Charter Schools - October 12, 2026
MESSAGE FROM SUPERINTENDENT & CEO LIZ BRENNER:
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Dear Compass families, Our work reviewing our Framework for the Future has begun. If you would like to learn more about the framework and this project, please watch this short video. We want to begin with the end in mind, so we are starting our review with a focus on our scholar competencies. In 2022, Compass defined our Scholar Profile. Over the past four years, a lot has changed and it’s time to reflect on how we have grown and to evaluate if the competencies we defined then are still true today. On Friday, October 9th, we had an all staff in-service day where we reviewed the competencies and staff provided feedback. Now it’s your turn. We will be discussing this at our Scholar Leadership and Parent Advisory meetings and we want all scholars and Learning Coaches to have an opportunity to contribute. Please answer this survey to have your voice be included in this important work. Kind regards, Liz Brenner Superintendent and CEO |
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Monday, October 12 - Compass Closed in Observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day
Tuesday, October 13 - Scholar Leadership Council Meeting
Thursday, October 15 - Field Trip Pumpkin Patch at the Carlsbad Strawberry Farm (San Diego)
Friday, October 16 - Virtual Scholar Workshop - Kindness Rocks (Grades TK-6)
Friday, October 16 - Virtual Scholar Workshop - Virtual Scholar Social - Show & Tell (Grades 7-12)
Friday, October 16 - Parent Advisory Council Meeting
UPCOMING ENGAGEMENT EVENT REGISTRATION DEADLINES ~
Friday, October 16 - Los Angeles County Field Trip - Sloomoo Institute (November 4 Event)
Friday, October 16 - San Bernardino County Field Trip - Community Meet-Up at Heritage Park (November 5 Event)
Friday, October 16 - San Diego County Field Trip - San Diego Fleet Week (November 10 Event)
Friday, October 16 - Riverside County Field Trip - Dinosaur Dig at Jurupa Mountains Discovery Center (November 17 Event)
Friday, October 16 - Virtual Scholar Workshop - California History: When California Was Mexico with Dr. Damian Bacich (October 30 Event)
Friday, October 16 - Virtual Scholar Workshop - Veteran's Day Assembly (November 6 Event)
Friday, October 16 by 8am - Virtual Scholar Workshop - Virtual Scholar Social - Show & Tell (Grades 7-12) (October 16 Event)
Friday, October 23 - Sacramento County Field Trip - Homeschool Day at Sacramento History Museum (November 4 Event)
Friday, October 23 - Riverside County Field Trip - Pennypickles Workshop (November 12 Event)
Friday, October 23 - Virtual Scholar Workshop - Epilepsy Awareness Month (November 13 Event)
Friday, October 23 - Virtual Scholar Workshop - First Nations Heritage Month (November 20 Event)
Interested in more Engagement events? See our upcoming schedule and registration launch dates here!
ASSESSMENTS ~
The California School Dashboard (Dashboard) is an online tool designed to help communities across the state access important information about kindergarten through grade twelve schools and districts.
Continuing our series on the CA School Dashboard, this week we discuss:
The Dashboard features easy-to-read reports on multiple measures of school success. The Dashboard releases this week on October 15, 2026. Find all the flyers for parents regarding the measures on this CDE website, including a link for translated flyers.
LCs of scholars in grades 2-12: mySAEBRS starts today! Please have your scholar log in to the Renaissance tile to complete their short assessment by October 30th.
As a reminder, here is the preview of the assessment schedule for the year:
COMMUNITY PROVIDERS (Options Program) ~
26 - 27 Educational Support Resources - Guidelines (please check before placing an order)
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Amazon:
ALL Amazon orders are limited to a maximum of 20 line items
Limitations on School/Art/PE supplies: Please ask your Supervising Teacher for info
Provider News! Providers can find the Pre-Application for Interested Businesses form* link on the Compass website (Community Providers Information). Please note the onboarding is a lengthy process that can be delayed during school breaks, and when there is a high volume of ordering. Thank you for your patience!
Tasty Tales Cooking (Materials; Elementary)
Tasty Tales Cooking turns beloved children's books into hands-on kitchen adventures. Delivered to your door, each kit pairs classic stories with delicious recipes and activities, bringing families together to read, cook, create, and connect.
Alvarez Arnis (Services; In-person; Ages 5-18; Vacaville)
Alvarez Arnis provides 60-minute youth training (ages 5-18) in traditional Filipino Martial Arts, self-defense, and fitness. Classes are available at the client's preferred location or on Mondays and Wednesdays at 1350 Hayes St, Suite A35, Benicia, CA, serving Benicia, Vallejo, American Canyon, Fairfield, Suisun City, and Vacaville.
Audio Alchemists LLC (Services; In-person; K-12; Newbury Park)
Audio Alchemists is a team of professional music producers, composers, and veteran educators dedicated to guiding students through every stage of the music-making process. With over 15 years of teaching experience and professional work featured on major networks and streaming services, they offer tailored instruction to fit each student's unique goals and learning style. Audio Alchemists prioritizes strong communication with students and parents to build personalized lesson plans that foster creativity, confidence, and musical growthPrograms offered: Instrumental Instruction, Songwriting & Original Composition, and Sound Design & Audio Exploration.
RG Vacaville LLC (Services; In-person; K-12; Vacaville)
Carlson Gracie Vacaville provides Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo instruction for children and teens, including Adaptive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for neurodivergent children and students with developmental or other support needs. Our programs focus on physical fitness, self-confidence, discipline, respect, coordination, self-defense, and personal growth in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
Sampa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Services; In-person; K-12; Fontana)
Our Jiu-Jitsu program provides safe, structured, and age-appropriate instruction for children, teens. Classes focus on practical self-defense, physical fitness, coordination, discipline, confidence, and respect. Students learn both traditional Gi and No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. We offer beginner through advanced classes flexible schedules during the school week.
COUNSELING ~ Counseling 101: When and how to use the Counseling Referral (CoRe) Form
This one-page resource shows families how they can request counseling services using the Confidential Counseling Referral form. Click here to submit a referral.
EMERGENT MULTILINGUAL/ENGLISH LEARNER SUPPORT ~ Join Us for Our Next ELAC Meeting: Digital Literacy & Tools (Nov 10)
We invite our Emergent Multilingual families to join us for our upcoming English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting! ELAC meetings are a wonderful opportunity to stay connected, learn about resources available for your student, and share your voice in our school community.
Next Meeting Details
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Online via Zoom – [Zoom Link Here]
During this session, we will explore Digital Literacy & Tools to give you practical tips for navigating digital platforms, supporting your student's online learning, and accessing key resources from home.
2026–2027 ELAC Meeting Schedule
Mark your calendars for all of our ELAC meetings this school year (all meetings held at 2:00 PM via Zoom):
November 10, 2026: Digital Literacy & Tools
January 12, 2027: ELPAC / Reclassification
March 9, 2027: College & Career Prep
May 11, 2027: Mental Health & Wellness
We look forward to seeing you online on November 10th at 2:00 PM! Please reach out to Christy Saez at csaez@compasscharters.org if you have any questions.
SPECIAL EDUCATION ~ Please mark your calendars for our next SEPAC meeting on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM! Zoom Link
It is that time again for new Community Advisory Committee (CAC) representatives to represent Compass at the SELPA CAC meetings and to support our SEPAC. Committee Applications are open here.
CAC Meeting Registration: October 13, 2026 | 10:00am-11:00am | Registration Link
El Dorado Charter Parent Learning Series
Looking ahead, please click the links below to register for the upcoming Zoom parent workshop:
Autism: Understanding Executive Functioning for Parents — Tuesday, Oct 20 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM [Register]
TeachTown: Hi Learning Coaches! You’re invited to join our Community of Practice: Roundtable with Parents and Staff on Thursday, Oct 15 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Come meet the team, share feedback, and bring any TeachTown questions you have so we can best support your family! Zoom Link
ENGAGEMENT SNAPSHOT ~
Click here to view a snapshot of Engagement information for this week
ENGAGEMENT SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK ~
FIELD TRIP SPOTLIGHT - Pennypickles Workshop in Temecula, CA is a fun, hands-on learning experience where children can explore their creativity through building, designing, and making. On November 12, scholars have the opportunity to work with tools and materials while developing problem-solving skills, creativity, confidence, and an understanding of how things are made. This interactive workshop encourages kids to learn by doing in a playful, engaging environment—making it a great experience for homeschool families and young learners. Registration for this event is open through next Friday, October 16. For more information, please visit ParentSquare.
VIRTUAL SCHOLAR WORKSHOP SPOTLIGHT - Join us on Friday, November 13 from 1pm - 2pm for a very special virtual scholar workshop in recognition of Epilepsy Awareness Month, hosted with one of our very own scholars, Emma R., who lives with epilepsy.
This informational presentation is an opportunity for scholars to learn more about epilepsy, understand what it can be like to live with a seizure disorder, and help create greater awareness and understanding within our community. Whether you know someone with epilepsy, want to be better prepared in an emergency, or simply want to learn more to support your community, this workshop is a chance to listen, learn, and support greater awareness!
Scholars who register to attend will receive their very own journal with a purple ribbon to represent Epilepsy Awareness Month as a reminder to live each day to the fullest. Registration for this virtual event is open through next Friday, October 23. For more information, please visit ParentSquare.
LEARNING COACH ACADEMY - No Session This Week!
There will be no Learning Coach Academy session on Monday, October 12, as school will be closed. Join us next week, Monday, October 19, at 1 pm, for our next Learning Coach Academy session: Helping Overwhelmed Scholars Reset and Reengage. This informative session will focus on how to redirect and encourage scholars when they are feeling overwhelmed.It is not too late to join - use this link to sign up!
SCHOLAR CLUB HIGHLIGHT ~ The Music Club (TK to 5) is a wonderful opportunity for our youngest scholars to explore the joy of music! Each month, they’ll share favorite songs, showcase their talents, and discover new ways to express themselves through rhythm and melody. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity, and collaboration while having fun. Click here to sign up your scholar today!
COUNSELING SERVICES ~ Middle School Counseling Learning Lab: Building a Trusted Space #5: Overcoming Obstacles
Scholars in grades 6-8 are invited to join Mrs. Sara Abdelhadi and Mrs. Mandi Schwartzberg in the Counseling Learning Lab for "Building a Trusted Space," an opportunity for scholars to develop self-management and social skills while building community with CCS peers. Trusted Spaces are places for joy to live, healing to happen, and learning to occur. They are spaces where individualism is celebrated and acceptance thrives. They are spaces where authority is maintained while relationships are cultivated. Trusted spaces help us all thrive.
SCHOLAR CLUB HIGHLIGHT ~ The Cooking Club (6-12) is perfect for middle and high school scholars who enjoy baking, cooking, or simply want to learn! Scholars will prepare delicious dishes, explore the history behind recipes and ingredients, and share their culinary creations with one another. With live, interactive cooking sessions led by the advisor, participants can cook right from their own kitchens while connecting with peers who share their passion for food. Click here to sign up your scholar today!
ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL ~ During Homeroom this week, high school scholars will upload and save their best work samples from this school year. Also happening, scholars will have the opportunity to participate in a field test to help shape the future of the S.T.A.R assessment. You will be rewarded for your efforts so please take your ST up on the offer during Homeroom on Wednesday at 11:00. See you then!
COUNSELING SERVICES ~ High School Counseling Learning Lab: Welcoming Communities #2: Global Citizenship
Scholars in grades 9-12 are invited to join Ms. Bateman and Mr. Duarte in the Counseling Learning Lab for "Welcoming Communities," an opportunity for scholars to develop self- and social-awareness while building community with CCS peers. Social awareness refers to the ability to understand the perspectives of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Over the next 3 weeks, we will learn about mult-cultural identities, global citizenship, and celebrating diversity.
Class of 2027: Financial Aid Application is OPEN
The 2027-28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now open with a priority deadline of March 2, 2027. If you have any questions, please connect with your College & Career Readiness Counselor.
How To Prepare for the 2027–28 FAFSA® Form
Here are some ways you can get ready:
Create a StudentAid.gov account (if you don’t already have one).
Learn about the documents you may need to fill out the FAFSA form.
Determine your dependency status and whether your parent(s) or spouse will be required to contribute information on your FAFSA form.
If you’re a dependent student, use the Who’s My FAFSA Parent? wizard to identify which parent(s) will be a required contributor on your form
If you are an undocumented, dream act-eligible student, then submit the CA Dream Act Application instead of a FAFSA application.
SCHOLAR CLUB HIGHLIGHT ~ NAMI on Campus High School (NCHS) (9-12) is a scholar-led club dedicated to mental health awareness and stigma reduction. This meaningful program helps high school scholars learn how to support themselves and others through understanding, empathy, and open conversations about mental wellness.
The club’s goals are to:
• Make mental health and mental illness more comfortable topics at school
• Encourage kindness and awareness around supporting those facing mental health challenges
• Reduce stigma so scholars feel more comfortable seeking help when needed
It’s a powerful way for our scholars to lead with compassion and create positive change. Click here to sign up your scholar today!
Check out the National Today Calendar website for September celebrations!