Newsletter

Jun 24 | Office Hours 9:00am-12:00pm

Jul 8 | Office Hours 9:00am-12:00pm

Jul 15 | Office Hours 9:00am-12:00pm

Jul 22 | Office Hours 9:00am-12:00pm

Jul 25 | WCA Walking in Douglas County Fair Parade

Come walk with us

Jul 29 | Office Hours 9:00am-12:00pm

Aug 10-Aug 21 | Innovation Learning Closed

Aug 13 | WCA Office resumes normal business hours 8:00am-4:00pm

Aug 20 | Open House/Meet the Teachers

Join WCA at the Douglas County Fair Parade! WCA is excited to participate in this summer’s Douglas County Fair Parade on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, in Downtown Castle Rock! The parade kicks off on the south end of Town, flowing down Wilcox to 4th, over to Perry, and wrapping up at 2nd Street.

Event Details:

When: Saturday, July 25, 2026

Lineup Time: Arrive Between 7:30-9:00am
Enter the closed westbound lanes of Plum Creek Parkway from the roundabout at Gilbert.

Wear: WCA apparel, navy blue & kelly green and all student athletes should wear their athletic t-shirts
Conclusion: The parade is expected to wrap up around 10:30 a.m.

If your family is interested in joining the fun, please sign up using the attached Google Form and let us know how many members of your crew will be attending.

Thank you so much for your ongoing support and for helping us tell the WCA story to current and future families. We hope to see you all on July 25! We can't wait to see you there!

We are so excited to welcome families and students back to campus! This is your perfect opportunity to meet your teachers, pick up car tags, and complete any remaining paperwork. You can also drop off medications with the school nurse and connect with Innovation Learning regarding before- and after-school care. We can't wait to see everyone!

Look for specific time and details in the July newsletter.

Kindergarten students have a staggered start to the school year. Students only attend one day, either August 24, 25 or 26 in their formal uniform. Start time | 8:15am (NOTE start time is later to provide a calm environment for our little ones to enter school for the first time. Please allow carline to finish at 8:00 am before arriving) The staggered schedule is for Kindergarten ONLY.

Look for specific day start and details in the July newsletter.

Beginning on Thursday, August 27 ALL kindergarten students will attend school.

Start time | 8:00am

We're excited to introduce a new initiative that will benefit both our talented babysitters-in-training and WCA families! The WCA Babysitting Network will connect parents with students who have successfully completed our middle school babysitting elective course, providing them with reliable and skilled childcare options. The course includes hands only CPR, first aid for babysitting and the babysitting course. WCA Babysitter List

If you have any questions please reach out to Lisa.carpenter@worldcompassacademy.com, the Child Development Course Teacher

Please note that this babysitter list is provided solely as a convenience and resource for our families. World Compass Academy does not screen, vet, or background check the individuals on this list. WCA makes no representations or warranties regarding the character, experience, or qualifications of any service provider listed. By using this resource, you agree that WCA is not responsible or liable for any actions, services, or incidents related to arrangements made between families and babysitters.

Our summer theater camp Directed by Mr. & Mrs. Merkling was an absolute triumph! Campers put on a spectacular show bringing the magical world of Matilda to life through incredible musical numbers and choreography. We are so proud of these young performers for showcasing their hard work and creativity on stage!

It's not too early to think about Summer Reading! Students can register beginning Friday, May 1 for Douglas County Libraries Summer Reading 2026. Kids can earn prizes for themselves and compete for a cash gift for schools. Visit DCL.org

Sora Sweet Reads is designed for K-12 schools to encourage students to keep reading all year long. Sora is offering a collection of free, simultaneous-use eBooks (and select audiobooks) that spans grades K-12. These titles will be available to all DCSD students and staff May 18-August 24.

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!

Denver Events

Town of Castle Rock Events

French Cultural Center

2026/27 School Calendars K-8 & PreS/K

Douglas County Special Education Advisory Committee

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