Curriculum Overview
Currently serving grades kindergarten - 9th, while adding a grade each year.
Compass has developed our own Standards of Learning that backbone with the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL). As priority, we have made a deliberate decision to adopt the SOL as a means of meeting the needs of our community. There is a common saying among parents “each child, each year” used when making academic choices. Flexibility to transfer in and out of public schools, without academic disruption. Additionally, the SOL provides pacing guidelines. We want to be clear that we are utilizing the SOL curriculum framework and not the SOL assessments.
rigorous & differentiated
Compass Academy will challenge students to think for themselves, problem solve, and analyze the content. We recognize that every child has a different starting point, and way of getting to the finish line. Our teachers know how to adapt and pivot to ensure that every child succeeds.
full
scope & sequence
Our scope and sequence provides the big ideas that students need to understand and the facts that are foundational to the content. This is a primary document for teachers when creating lesson plans in the classroom and for at home use.
research based
expert developed
The curriculum design and teaching methodologies we have adopted are considered best practices in the field of education. Word Study, stations based differentiated math, guided literacy groups, and cross curricular scaffolded supports are all designed to meet the individual.
vertically articulated
pacing guide
A vertically aligned pacing guide is a map of information. It is the how, why and when of what we teach. This allows the teacher to relate their instruction to students prior knowledge and future academic goals.
creative & unique
electives
Dramatic Arts, Sports, STEAM, Music and Movement, Games and Logic, Legos, Gardening, Fiber Arts, Orienteering, Nature Explorers, Ukulele
chapel services
Our chapels are Biblically sound, engaging, and inspiring. Each service aims to be a Christ-centered, joyful and worshipful celebration.