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Clear Direction The capacity to define and clearly communicate to stakeholders the direction, mission, and goals that the institution is committed to achieving. Score: 2.63 All juniors and seniors at Encompass Academy meet with their counselor at least once yearly to discuss their graduation plan and credits. High School Credit Tracker Before beginning classes at Encompass Academy all new students, accompanied by their parent(s)/guardian(s), complete an Individualized Learning Plan with a member of the administrative team or a teacher. Students set goals for completing high school, as well as life afterwards. Students and parents are informed about school policy and procedures, as well as what it takes to be a successful student at Encompass Academy. Individualized Learning Plan Students and staff at Encompass Academy were included in the process of evaluating our mission statement, and developing our core values. Staff have been involved in the process of defining who we are and wish to become since the start of working with AUSL. The most recent activities included a core values process, which led to staff having a greater understanding of what is important to each of us and how that impacts the school as a whole. This process occurred with students through a survey, and the same core values presentation that was completed with staff. Stakeholder Surveys Core Values Activity with AUSL Download File Finalizing Core Values Download File AUSL Update: Thoughts on Core Values Download File Mission Statement Working Doc Download File

JumpStart Dual Credit Program with TMCC Encompass Academy partners with Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) through the JumpStart Dual Credit Program to help students enroll in college courses that also earn them high school credit. This opportunity allows students to get a head start on their degree while still meeting graduation requirements. Courses are available online or in person at TMCC’s campus, providing flexibility to fit students’ needs and schedules. If you or your student would like to learn more about participating in the JumpStart program, please contact our school counselor, Max Zeltzer, at max@encompassacademy.org . Want to learn more about the JumpStart program? Ready to apply to TMCC? Click one of the links below to learn more or start your application: JUMPSTART APPLY EMAIL MAX

Parent & Family Engagement At Encompass Academy, we believe that collaboration with families is essential to student success. Guided by our mission, "Guiding students to bright futures by focusing on academic achievement, personal pathways, enrichment, and social-emotional learning," we are committed to fostering strong partnerships with parents and guardians. Together, we create a supportive community that nurtures academic growth, well-being, and bright futures for all students. Family Engagement Liason Dana Zbella, our Family Engagement Liaison, is here to support families and strengthen connections between home and school. Please contact her with any questions or concerns about family engagement. Parent Teacher Association Our PTA meets on the first Tuesday of every month (excluding holidays and breaks). If you would like to join the PTA, or are wondering about the next meeting, please contact Kristen Boucher. Family Events Encompass Academy hosts at least one family event every quarter, including events such as Family Dinner, Dia de los Muertos, Coffee with the Counselor, and our Art Shows. To see what our next event is, please view our school calendar. Parent & Family Engagement Policy Read our Parent and Family Engagement Policy below:

Uniforms Students and families may purchase uniforms from Branded Screen Printing using the link below: Branded Screen Printing 155E Moana Ln. Reno, NV 89502 (775) 453-1921 Order Uniforms Our full uniform policy can be found in our Student Handbook . Student Handbook

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Under Construction We are currently in the process of upgrading our school website so it is currently under construction. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are committed to providing our students with the best online experience. In the meantime, if you are interested in learning more about our school or thinking of enrolling for the 2023-24 school year, please visit our social media accounts for up-to-date information about our school or contact us at (775) 322-5566 or by email at laure@encompassacademy.org . We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to improve our website. We look forward to unveiling the new and improved website soon.

At-Risk Population This year, we have brought several new components to our support of our high at-risk population. Our curriculum has adopted a four component approach, focusing on a student's academic, social/emotional, personalized, and enrichment needs. We have incorporated this approach into our schedule. We have gone to a 1:1 device model whereby every student is given and iPad, and a Wireless Hotspot if needed. We use restorative practices, and have had three staff members trained to support the school. Students meet weekly in restorative circles as a proactive support. We have an on-site school counselor and school social worker. We have forged a relationship with TMCC to offer dual credit classes. These classes support students to be ready for college. We have been working with the Academy for Urban School Leadership on a plan for our Portrait of a Graduate. Time is built into the flexible school schedule for support beyond academics. We build capacity through our relationships with the Children's Cabinet, Paws for Love, Reno Art Works, Reno Bike Project, Sierra Arts, Kidrocker, Redirect Athletics, Urban Lotus, Nevada Coalition to End Domestic Violence, Equus Insight, Great Basin Institute, and Boys and Girls Club. We have forged an important relationship with the Boys and Girls Club, enabling students to participate in a healthy atmosphere from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. It also enables us to provide three meals to all of our students free of charge. We provide 25 meals weekly with the support of the Boys and Girls Club. We require students to wear uniforms, and provide two shirts annually to students free of cost. We have offered three additional hours per day for students who are credit deficient. All students meet annually for the development of an individualized learning plan. This meeting highlights student performance and goals. We partner with the Washoe County School District on extreme cases of truancy. In the 2019-20 school year, it was a goal to continue with a "take no prisoners" attitude with regard to credit earning. As such, students who wished to attend Encompass who were significantly credit deficient would be required to participate in an elongated school day in order to be a student in our program. The additional classes will be focused on credit recovery, health and well-being. We had a 0 period that runs from 7-8 a.m. and after school programming that runs from 2:15-4:15 p.m. This program was put on hold for the 2020-21 school year in light of Covid-19 and a lack of appropriate funds. However, Encompass did appeal to go on a quarterly system to make sure that students could earn a total of 8 credits throughout the school year just by attending with their cohort. Additionally, the school highlighted the need for a balance in education with our families and strategically determined that students would be required to take only two core classes at a time. The quarterly system allows students to focus on four classes each quarter, two electives and two core classes.

Under Construction We are currently in the process of upgrading our school website so it is currently under construction. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are committed to providing our students with the best online experience. In the meantime, if you are interested in learning more about our school or thinking of enrolling for the 2023-24 school year, please visit our social media accounts for up-to-date information about our school or contact us at (775) 322-5566 or by email at laure@encompassacademy.org . We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to improve our website. We look forward to unveiling the new and improved website soon.

Under Construction We are currently in the process of upgrading our school website so it is currently under construction. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we are committed to providing our students with the best online experience. In the meantime, if you are interested in learning more about our school or thinking of enrolling for the 2023-24 school year, please visit our social media accounts for up-to-date information about our school or contact us at (775) 322-5566 or by email at laure@encompassacademy.org . We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to improve our website. We look forward to unveiling the new and improved website soon.

Faculty Our team at Encompass Academy is made up of experienced and passionate educators who are committed to making a difference in the lives of their students. We take a student-centered approach to education, tailoring our programs and teachings to meet the needs of each individual student. Administration Adam Khan Principal adam@encompassacademy.org Cheryl Miller Mintz Bookkeeper cheryl@encompassacademy.org Kristen Boucher Dean/Data Coach kristen@encompassacademy.org Dana Zbella School Social Worker dana@encompassacademy.org Laure Turner Administrative Director/Registrar laure@encompassacademy.org Max Zeltzer School Counselor/Athletic Administrator max@encompassacademy.org Instructors & Staff Ta-Tiana Anderson-Hall Mathematics tatiana@encompassacademy.org Cianna Gransbery Spanish & Yearbook cianna@encompassacademy.org Ross Melen English ross@encompassacademy.org Teresa Mullins Culinary Arts teresa@encompassacademy.org Victoria Velazquez-Smith Special Education Director victoria@encompassacademy.org Israel Casarez PE Teacher israel@encompassacademy.org Nikki Lanigan Special Education Aid nikki@encompassacademy.org Edna Meza Social Studies edna@encompassacademy.org Sharon Paquette-Lose Music/Meditation sharon@encompassacademy.org Isabel Gomez Dance Instructor isabel@encompassacademy.org Heather McEvoy Science heather@encompassacademy.org Kristin Moffitt Critical Thinking moffitt@encompassacademy.org Angie Terrell Art angie@encompassacademy.org