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Compass Programs: News and events
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August 30, 2023
Upcoming events
Open House Tonight August 30, 2023 4pm - 6pm
Join us tonight to meet the staff, receive your schedule and get familiar with the building. Our address is 1374 Northdale Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448. Call with questions 763-506-3200.
We look forward to seeing you tonight!
Child nutrition update
The state's Free School Meals program to begin in 2023, families will still need to apply to qualify for more educational benefits
Starting Sept. 5, 2023, every student may receive one breakfast and one lunch at no cost during the school year. The state’s Free School Meals program will cover the cost of one breakfast meal and one lunch meal for every student daily, however the cost of a la carte items, such as milk, other drinks, or extra meal items will not be covered. Students will need to have funds in their meal accounts to purchase any additional food items.
If a family needs access to any other educational benefits, please encourage them to visit ahschools.us/freereduced to complete an application.
The enrollment window for the 2023 Applications for Educational Benefits opened Aug. 1, 2023.
New Administration at Compass
Stephanie Diaz-Celon was selected as the Principal for Compass Programs. Stephanie was an Assistant Principal at Anoka Middle School for the Arts. Previous to her time at AMSA, Stephanie was a SPED Supervisor for seven years. She has also served as a SPED Teacher and Para with the district since 2007.
Erica Dahlin was selected as the Assistant Principal for Compass Programs. Erica has been at Compass for 10 years. Most recently she was the Achievement Coach and prior to that she taught Social Studies and English there. Erica is excited for the new role and opportunites to connect with students and families.
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