Compass New Years Announcements!

Happy New Homeschool Year! We are thrilled to welcome 2026- Compass’s 14th year- with many fun new additions for homeschool families. We have a diverse, vibrant line-up of special activities and opportunities for homeschoolers this winter. New and prospective families are welcome to schedule drop-ins for tours and Q & A during our make-up week … Read more

Compass News & Announcements, Semester Wrap-Up (Dec. 2025)

Compass has just completed a highly successful fall semester, offering hundreds of classes, workshops, clubs, and special events. We are grateful for our many homeschool families and our dedicated, talented instructors, and we look forward to an exciting and full winter quarter ahead. The Compass office will be closed from December 20 through January 4; … Read more

New! Homeschool Ski Adventures

We just can’t count on “good” snow in northern Virginia!! Give your child a guaranteed snowy day and unforgettable, frosty field trip with Homeschool Ski Adventures! Enjoy a day on the snowy slopes skiing with homeschool friends at Liberty Mountain Resort in Fairfield, PA. All details are arranged by MC Youth Ski Club, a community … Read more

Compass Will Open on Time Today (Dec 3)

Compass will open on time today, and all classes will meet as scheduled since the forecasted snow and ice did not occur. Compass’s 10:00 am start is already a delayed opening. Please take precautions if the conditions are different in your area.

Christmas Cookie Academy Workshops…This Week!

Chewy, chunky, crispy, or crunchy- everyone loves cookies! Compass has two special baking workshops planned this season. Cookie Academy bakers will make 3-4 kinds of cookies and leave with several dozen fresh cookies cookies ready for a holiday party and the recipes to repeat the cookies at home.  Christmas Cookie Academy: Kids Christmas Cookie Academy: … Read more

Compass Winter Class Schedule is Complete! Registration Opens Tomorrow, November 20

Great news! The Compass Schedule of Winter Classes is now complete! Early Registration begins tomorrow on Thursday, November 20 at 6:00 am. A 10% discount is offered through December 12. Registration includes 3rd quarter and 2nd semester classes. Remember that the second half of the Compass year is longer with 8-week quarters and a 16-week … Read more

This Week: Annual Paint-Your-Own Pottery Party

Join us for our annual Paint-Your-Own Pottery Party on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, November 11 – 13. Kids can paint ceramic plates, bowls, mugs, figurines, or a set of 3 mix-and math ornaments. Create family keepsakes! Paint one-of-a-kind, personalized gifts and get a head start on the holidays! Painting will be done studio-style at Compass, … Read more

You’re Not Late! Some Compass Classes Start this Week

There is still time to join Compass for 2nd quarter! Several classes had staggered start dates and begin this week. The following classes in acting, outdoor science, crafting, magic, music, and afternoon clubs are meeting for the first time this week: Acting Crafting Outdoor Science/Nature Magic Music Afternoon Clubs We welcome last minute, same-day, walk-in … Read more

Announcing: Annual Paint-Your-Own Pottery Party

Create family keepsakes! Paint one-of-a-kind, personalized gifts and get a head start on the holidays! Join us for our annual Paint-Your-Own Pottery Party on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, November 11-13. Kids can paint ceramic plates, bowls, mugs, figurines, or a set of 3 mix-and-match ornaments. Painting will be done studio-style at Compass, and pieces will … Read more

Halloween Week at Compass

We love Halloween week at Compass and welcome our students to dress up any or all of the days this week. To help everyone have a fun and safe celebration, please keep these costume guidelines in mind: 👻 Keep it Age-Appropriate: Costumes with excessive or realistic blood and gore are not allowed, as they may … Read more