Compass will open at its regular 10:00 am start time today. Our hours provide a built-in delayed opening compared to many area schools and businesses. Although snowfall totals varied across the region, crews began clearing Compass sidewalks and parking lots during last night’s middle school party. This morning, local traffic cameras show roads in the … Read more
Last chance to BEE part of the fun! The 2026 Junior and Senior Homeschool Spelling Bees will be held in the next two weeks at Compass in Herndon. The bees are open to homeschooled students throughout northern Virginia. The top two finalists from the Junior Bee will be invited to participate in the Senior Bee, … Read more
Give your child an 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 program run by a Compass parent. The final ski trip of the year is … Read more
Great news! The Compass schedule of Spring Classes is now complete! Early Registration begins on Tuesday, February 10 at 6:00 am. A 10% discount is offered through March 6, and classes begin the week of March 16. Join Compass for our 14th year! We are continuing to innovate and create new opportunities for homeschoolers. New … Read more
Compass will be open for classes and activities on Wednesday, January 28. The roads around Compass are clear and dry. The parking lot is plowed, and sidewalks are clear. A few of our teachers who commute from distant locations (such as MD and WV), may have different road conditions and may make individual decisions in … Read more
Compass will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, for all classes, clubs, and activities. With our instructors and families traveling from across the metro area- and with conditions varying widely- we want to give everyone one more day to safely dig out and allow road conditions to continue improving. Compass wil reopen on Wednesday, January … Read more
Current Compass families are invited to sign up for our annual Valentines Exchange! This event is among families’ favorites at Compass each year. Participating families are asked to sign up so others know how many Valentines to prepare. Compass students of all ages are invited created personalized mailboxes, prepare and deliver Valentines to others, and … Read more
Compass will be closed for all classes and activities on Monday, January 26, due to widespread snow and ice from Sunday’s winter storm. We hope everyone enjoys the unexpected day off and stays safe and warm. Please watch for Compass announcements regarding reopening once roadways, parking lots, and sidewalks have been cleared, plowed, and treated.
Do you know all the states and seas? Do you enjoy learning countries and capitals? Can you tell the difference between Budapest and Bucharest? Do you like to study borders and boundaries; topography and tributaries; weather patterns, waterways, and wonders of the world? If so, then you would enjoy the 13th Annual Northern Virginia Homeschool … Read more
The shortest month boasts the busiest calendar at Compass! Please join us and make plans to attend: The Sweetheart Soiree: A Daddy Daughter Dance Compass little girls ages 5-10 and their fathers or special grown-ups are invited to the Sweetheart Soiree, a daddy-daughter Valentines dance. There will be games, music, activities, crafts, and dancing. Snacks, … Read more
