Athletics and Clubs
CROSS COUNTRY (FALL 2022: August 22-October 12)
TRACK (SPRING 2023: March 28-May 18)
What: Track and Field is an incredible sport with an amazing community! Track and Field events consist of 100, 200, 400, 800, and 1600 meter races, as well as long jump, relays, and shot put. At practices, we will be preparing for both short distance and long distance! Practices can look different each day! Throughout the season, we will be working on our speed with fun sprints and relay workouts, working on our strength by running hills and doing core exercises, working on our endurance by running distance, and working on our fun by playing games of tag and capture the flag that still require you to run and move!
Who: 6th grade - 8th grade can compete in the district competitions, but our Track & Cross Country Team practices are open to all students interested as young as 4th grade in practicing with the team from 3-4pm on Mondays and Wednesdays with an optional long run on Fridays.
As we are a Middle School Team participating in a middle school league, the competitive meets are for those in "middle school" (6th to 8th grade, per the district's definition of middle school). If your child is younger than 6th grade and wants to train, please reach out to coach Alex directly.
We welcome ANY and ALL runners, no matter their abilities or experience. Whether you are someone new to running, someone looking for ways to stay healthy, or a seasoned runner, we want you to join our team!
Where: Practices are at Tony Grampsas Park next to the Compass Golden Campus and meets are at various locations (scheduling will be communicated by the coach once Jeffco releases them and when you are registered).
When: Cross Country is a Fall sport and Track is a Spring sport.
Track & Cross Country Meet Schedules:
The Jeffco League schedule for middle school sports is updated as schedules are released and can be found here
Practice:
Practices are not mandatory, but highly recommended for all to get the most out of your time
A reminder for each practice, runners will need:
- Athletic Shoes
- Weather appropriate running attire
- Water bottle with your name on it
- A positive attitude - optional, though highly recommended ;-)
If you need assistance in acquiring equipment or paying for your fee, please reach out to coach Alex.
Fee: The fee to participate in Cross Country or Track is $50, which will be added to your Campus Portal account once you have registered. The Compass fee includes league fees and your running tank jersey.
Registration and Release Forms: All participants of athletics programs at Compass Montessori must complete the athletics forms prior to participating in any athletic team practices, games, races or events.
Contact: You can contact us about any questions either directly to our coaches or our Athletics Coordinator.
Coach Alex: [email protected]
Athletics Coordinator Dan: [email protected]
ULTIMATE FRISBEE
Compass Ultimate Frisbee Team promotes an environment of spirit and fun, where everyone is valued and gets a chance to play. This sport is for everyone and we invite you to check us out this year!
Who: We offer a fun, inclusive, team-building sport that embraces all skill levels from 6th to 12th grades. Even if a student has never even picked up a frisbee, Compass’ two Ultimate Frisbee teams welcome you.
We play scrimmages or games against other schools, and in 2021 our HS team went undefeated and won their division championship! The Middle School level (per Jeffco's definition of middle school 6th-8th) is coached by staff and volunteers, while the High School team (9th-12th per Jeffco's definition of high school) is under the guidance of staff coaches and the student Captains, which builds leadership and connection.
High School: Student coaches Lyla Cone, Chloe Bougher, Derik Rodriguez and RJ Casellas have been leading the team practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Tony Grampsas Park. The first part of practice is the official ultimate class with the after school portion for the team that will be playing in league games and the state tournament. Talk to Coach Lance or Coach Eric if you have any questions or would like to join the team. The more the merrier!
Middle School: Coach Charley will be supporting the middle school ultimate practice Tuesdays after school from 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM. Parents, if you have any ultimate experience and are able to support Charley, he would love to have you out there! Please reach out to Coach Charley if you are interested in Middle School Ultimate!
Fee: The fee to participate in Ultimate Frisbee is $50, which will be added to your Campus Portal account once you have registered. The Compass fee includes league fees and your jersey.
Registration and Release Forms: All participants of athletics programs at Compass Montessori must complete the release forms prior to participating in any athletic team practices, games, races or events.
Contact: You can contact us about any questions either directly to our coaches or our Athletics Coordinator.
Who: Our 2022 inaugural team went undefeated!!! Come see what Compass Soccer is all about! This is a middle school team consisting of mixed boys and girls from 6th-8th grade. All abilities are welcome and no prior experience is required!
When: The season starts the week of March 28th and goes through May. The game schedule will consist of home and away games around the Golden and Arvada areas.
Game Schedules:
The 2023 games schedule will be released at a later date. Games will usually be on Wednesdays from 3:45-5pm.
Practice:
Practices are mandatory and highly recommended for all if you want playing time.
A reminder for each practice, players will need:
- Athletic shoes or cleats
- Water bottle with your name on it
- A positive attitude - optional, though highly recommended ;-)
If you need assistance in acquiring equipment or paying for your fee, please reach out to coach Christina.
Fee: The fee to participate in Soccer is $50, which will be added to your Campus Portal account once you have registered. The Compass fee includes league fees and your jersey.
Registration and Release Forms: All participants of athletics programs at Compass Montessori must complete these forms prior to participating in any athletic team practices or games.
Contact: You can contact us about any questions either directly to our coaches or our Athletics Coordinator.
BASKETBALL (Spring 2023: January 10-March 14)
In their inaugural season in Spring of 2022, our mixed team of 7th and 8th graders finished the regular season with a 5-0 record. The competed well and showed grit and drive in the end of season tournament and and went 2-1, ultimately losing to eventual champions in the semi-finals!
Who: Boys and Girls for our mixed team, 6th grade - 8th grade can compete in games and practice once per week.
As we are a Middle School Team participating in a middle school league, the competitive meets are for those in "middle school" (6th to 8th grade, per the district's definition of middle school). If your child is younger than 6th grade and wants to train, please reach out to coach Charley directly.
We welcome ANY and ALL athletes, no matter their abilities, size, or experience. Whether you are someone new to sport, someone looking for ways to stay healthy, or a seasoned "baller", we want you to join our team!
Where: Practices are at Tony Grampsas Park next to the Compass Golden Campus, usually on Fridays from 3-4:30pm at the gym. Games are at various locations on Tuesdays (scheduling will be communicated by the coach once Jeffco releases them and when you are registered).
When: This is a Spring sport and practice begins in late January.
Game Schedules:
The Jeffco League schedule for middle school sports is updated as schedules are released and can be found here
Practice:
Practices are not mandatory, but highly recommended for all if you want playing time.
A reminder for each practice, runners will need:
- Athletic Shoes
- Water bottle with your name on it
- A positive attitude - optional, though highly recommended ;-)
If you need assistance in acquiring equipment or paying for your fee, please reach out to coach Alex.
Fee: The fee to participate in Basketball is $50, which will be added to your Campus Portal account once you have registered. The Compass fee includes league fees and your basketball jersey.
Registration and Release Forms: All participants of athletics programs at Compass Montessori must complete these forms prior to participating in any athletic team practices, games, races or events.
Contact: You can contact us about any questions either directly to our coaches or our Athletics Coordinator.
Athletics Coordinator Dan: [email protected]
MOUNTAIN BIKING
The Trailblazers’ promotes a team of healthy habits, self-confidence, leadership, hard work, and inclusivity. Among other achievements, Compass has won Spirit Awards in 2016, 2017, and 2018; Compass placed Third in the North Conference in 2016; and First in the Distance Challenge in 2020. The goal for a Trailblazer is not the podium; it's doing your best, and making it to the top of the trail to earn the exhilaration of the ride down.
Organized by High School students, parents, and staff in 2016, the Trailblazers compete in bike races organized by the Colorado High School Cycling League, which encompasses four regions in Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming. Practices include a variety of terrain and accommodates a wide range of cycling abilities.
Who: The Trailblazers are the school club team of Compass Montessori High School in Golden but we also welcome student athletes from other area schools that don’t have their own teams. Eligible high school students in 9th - 12th grades can race in the CO League races AND we welcome 7th & 8th grade students to join us as a great and fun development opportunity for all practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school.
When: Riders register for the season with the league in mid-March. Team rides and competition begin in the summer and we race through the end of October each year.
Practice:
Current practices are Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:15 PM - 6:00 PM. Tuesdays we’ll meet at Tony Grampsas Park next to the Compass Golden Campus. Thursday rides will be announced each week by Coach Adam as the location will change week to week.
Race Season: The 2022 Colorado MTB League race schedule can be found on the event page here.
What do you need: All you need is a functioning geared mountain bike, helmet and safety equipment, and to get registered with the CO League. If you do not have a bike, but want to participate, we do have some resources for you, so please email Coach Adam and let him know.
Registration and Release Forms: All participants of athletics programs at Compass Montessori must complete these forms prior to participating in any athletic team practices, games, races or events.
League Registration: All riders must be registered on CCN to be eligible to ride. All participants must register with the Colorado League HERE. Use our team passcode: Compass
Team Registration Form: All interested students from 6th - 12th graders can participate (9th-12th compete)! Please complete this registration form to get your name on the list!
Registration & Athletics Release Form: This form outlines the requirements of Compass Athletics and registers your child for this sport
Rider Equipment and Fees:
Team Kits will be available through our generous sponsor at Pedal Mafia. There is a $50 participation fee that will be added to your Campus Portal account once you've registered via the Compass Registration Form.
Team App is our primary communications app. If you don’t use it, you’ll miss out! Download the app and find the Compass Trailblazers. Coach Adam will send this info out once you are registered.
More Coaches! We need parents and other adults to help our athletes thrive and safely have fun. Please contact Coach Adam to learn how (it’s really easy).
Contact: You can contact us about any questions either directly to our coaches or our Athletics Coordinator.
Coach Adam: [email protected]
Athletics Coordinator Dan: [email protected]
COMPASS MONTESSORI CLUBS:
DESTINATION IMAGINATION (DI)
Destination Imagination (DI) is a STEAM-based, hands-on experience that focuses on creativity, collaboration, and fun. Its team-driven model empowers students to take risks, come up with creative solutions, learn new skills, rise from failure, and rely on each other. DI participants become lifelong problem solvers who innovate creative solutions to real-world challenges. Since 2008, Compass DI teams have won multiple awards for innovation and creativity; placed in the top three at Regional and State competitions, and have traveled to Global Finals four times. Teams of up to seven students, grouped by level (K-2, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, HS) meet weekly beginning in November, with the first competition in March. For more information, visit dicolorado.org, or contact Erika Deru at [email protected] about Compass teams.
