In this issue:
- Vaccine Information
- Community Building Groups for BIPOC and Multiracial Scholars K-8
- Winter Concert
- Mark Your Calendars
New News
- December Principle
- New Staff
- Pathfinder Operations
- Just so you know...
Old News
- Holiday Assistance
- Upcoming Listening Sessions
- Lost and Found Fridays
- Recordings of Virtual Events
- Previous Compass Links
- Dr. Holmes' Incoming Goals
December Principle
We see ourselves as part of the global Black family and we are aware of the different ways we are impacted or privileged as Black folk who exist in different parts of the world.
Collective Value
We are guided by the fact all Black lives matter, regardless of actual or perceived sexual identity, gender identity, gender expression, economic status, ability, disability, religious beliefs or disbeliefs, immigration status or location.
Kendall Wallace
I’m Kendall Wallace your new Admin Secretary, named after my father, the oldest of two daughters. I’ve worked in public education for more than twenty years. I love the fluidity of the expected and unexpected in a school day with shared little humans whether we represent administration, teaching, special services, office support, custodial, or food services. WE get to glimpse into the future through the lens of watching the challenges and successes of our students.
During the pandemic, I got a puppy!! Her name is Virginia “Pepper” Potts (Ironman’s love). She is an 11-pound Yorkie turning two on December 25th.
I am thrilled to be at Pathfinder K8. I may ask you, “do you know what you need, how can I help?” I am listening, I see you. I’m your ally. WE got this, team.
Jamelia Alnajjar
We are delighted to have Jamelia Alnajjar join the Pathfinder team! She is a certificated School Psychologist and School Counselor, with a background in Social Work and over 10 years of experience in K-12 education. She will be facilitating weekly ‘Lunchtime Community Building Groups’ for BIPOC/Biracial/Multiracial Scholars, K-8.
Jamelia is a woman of color and the daughter of a Syrian immigrant. A mother of three children, Jamelia has been a Pathfinder parent since 2017 and is currently a member of Pathfinder’s family-based Racial Equity Committee.
In her spare time, a few things Jamelia enjoys are making music, drinking coffee, and spending time outdoors with her family.
Pathfinder Wreath-Making
Save the Date! Nov. 18 - Dec. 12
Pathfinder Wreath Workshops are Open!
Pathfinder's 26th annual wreath event has begun and will go through Dec. 12. There are many ways to take part and all are welcome! You can make a wreath in one of our five dispersed workshops, buy beautiful wreaths in the Pathfinder Store, sell them to your family and friends, and/or gather fallen branches and interesting ornamentals and bring them to a workshop. Everything you want to know about wreaths, including workshop and work party sign-ups, the wreath store and a how-to-make-a-wreath video are available on our Pathfinder Wreaths 2021 page.
This year we are also excited to host grade-oriented work parties where small groups of adults whose kids are in the same grade can learn to make wreaths and meet one another. Please sign up today for a spot at one of our workshops (space is limited).
- Kindergarten: Sat., 12/4 from 9am - noon
- 1st Grade: Sat., 12/4 from 1 - 4 pm
- 2nd Grade: Sun., 12/5 from 9am - noon
- 3rd Grade: Sun., 12/4 from 1 - 4 pm
- 4th Grade: Sat., 12/11 from 9am - noon
- 5th Grade: Sun., 12/12 from 9am - noon
- 6th Grade: Fri., 12/3 from 5 - 8pm
- 7th Grade: Mon., 12/6 from 5 - 8pm
- 8th Grade: Fri., 12/10 from 5 - 8pm
- Distinct Classes: Sat., 12/11 from 1 - 4 pm
