Have you touched a trombone, held a horn, clicked a clarinet, or struck a snare? Try these instruments and others at a special Instrument Test Drive at Compass on Thursday, February 6 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm! Band is a traditional school experience that many homeschool parents worry their children will miss out on. … Read more
Current Compass families are invited to sign up for our big, beautiful Valentines Exchange! 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, deliver Valentines to others, and receive a box full of cards and treats in our 13th … Read more
It’s official! You can now take Metro to Compass. The Herndon Station on the new Silver Line is just 3/8 mile (2000 feet) from Compass’s front door. Our friends in DC, Maryland, Alexandria, Arlington, and Springfield have new options to get to Compass. Let someone else handle the drive, and join us in January.
Welcome to Third Quarter! We are off to a chilly start with two winter storms making an appearance, but we have a very full, always exciting winter quarter. Third quarter is a great time to join Compass and spice up the short, dreary homeschool days with new activities. New families are welcome. Make sure that … Read more
Compass will be closed on Monday, January 20 because of Sunday’s additional snowfall and the likelihood of icy roads, parking lots, and sidewalks from sustained sub-freezing temperatures, The date was scheduled to be a regular class meeting day. All Monday classes will have a make-up session on March 10. We look forward to seeing students … Read more
Winter classes begin at Compass this week, and there is still time to join us! Last minute, same-day, walk-in, and late registrations are welcome for dozens of small group, in-person classes offered for homeschooled students in K-12th grade. Pass the cold, short days and energize your winter homeschool plan with innovative, interactive, in-person fun and … Read more
From classes, clubs, and competitions to just hanging out and socializing, Compass has some great opportunities for teens. Read below for what is coming up so you don’t miss out! 1. High School Subjects/ Credits While homeschool requirements can vary from family-to-family under Virginia law, if you plan to go to college, a general recommendation … Read more
When it is too cold and windy to play outdoors, there are many great things your homeschooler can do indoors at Compass this winter: If your kids still like to head outdoors when it is cold and blustery, you don’t have to! Bundle them up for outdoor adventures in Nature Quest, Natural Leaders, and Outdoor … Read more
Compass is delighted to welcome our new vocal instructor, Dr. Alina Kirschon-Goldman! She believes anyone can learn to sing, and this winter, she will inspire students to perform well-loved tunes from the stage and screen. Compass Kids’ Chorus is for children who want to sing like Elsa, Ariel, Aladdin, Belle, or even the Beast. The … Read more
All Compass make-up classes and activities scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7, have been rescheduled to give crews more time to clear the roads from today’s snowfall. The Compass facility will be closed Tuesday. All Monday and Tuesday make-up classes have been re-scheduled for later in the week. Check email for details. We look forward … Read more
