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Reminder: 2nd Quarter Begins in Just 2 Weeks!

Compass' 2nd Fall Quarter starts in just two weeks on Wednesday, October 29. Register now because classes are filling quickly! Second quarter is 7 weeks long from Oct. 29 through Dec. 17 to round out your family's fall schedule! 58 classes for homeschooled students in K-9th grade are offered. Look for innovation, experiential classes such ... More

Homeschool Delegation to the Virginia Junior Classical League Convention!

Attention all Roman/Greek enthusiasts and scholars: Did you know that every year the Virginia Junior Classical League (VJCL) holds a state convention in Richmond, Virginia where students can learn more about the Romans and the Greeks and compete on tests at a state level in the subjects of history, culture, mythology, ancient geography, ... More

Announcing: Medieval Masquerade and Fall Faire at Compass

Wednesday, October 29 4:30 - 7:30 pm Bring your whole family out to enjoy a homeschool Medieval Masquerade and Fall Faire at Compass! Explore medieval history, culture, and folklore. Dress up in a safe, family-friendly venue, and enjoy hot cider on a cool crisp, autumn evening before settling down to listen to homeschoolers' favorite ... More

Still Time to Sign Up for “School” Pictures at Compass!

Compass is bringing a school tradition to our homeschool families! Professional portrait photographer, Angela Goodhart, of Goodhart Photography will be taking "school pictures" for interested Compass families on Wednesday, October 8, and Wednesday, October 15. Look at samples of Angela's work on her website. Picture times will be ... More

Brown Bag Lunch-N-Learn Topic: “Answers to Your Questions about Homecshooling in VA”

Compass parents are invited to bring their own bagged lunches this Wednesday, October 1, for a discussion about homeschooling in Virginia. For families new to homeschooling, new to Virginia, or even experienced homeschoolers, two board members of the Organization of Virginia Homeschoolers will be on hand to discuss requirements in VA. Karen ... More

2nd Quarter Classes…Early Registration Starts Tomorrow, Sept 25.

Don't forget! The all-new schedule for 2nd quarter Compass classes is posted online, and early registration for late fall classes begins this week on Thursday, September 25 at 6:00 am. A 10% early registration discount is offered through October 9. But don’t wait, some popular classes fill up quickly! 56 classes are offered for ... More

Usborne Homeschool Book Fair at Compass This Wednesday!

Homeschool families are invited to stop in and shop at the Usborne Homeschool Book Fair at Compass this Wednesday, September 24! This sale is open to the homeschool public in addition to Compass families. Hundreds of books will be on display outside the Compass lobby at 2705 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton, from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. An Usborne ... More

RunFit Kidz Fitness Program Starts Sept 24!

The RunFit Kidz program returns to Compass this fall! RunFit Kidz is a fun, non-competitive co-ed program for mixed age students (2nd grade and older) of all fitness levels. The program starts Wednesday, September 24 at 9:40 am. RunFit Kidz is a great way for homeschoolers to get some exercise before settling into other studies for the ... More

Compass Classes Begin This Week…2 Days Left to Register!

Classes begin this week in just 2 days on Wednesday, September 10! We are looking forward to a great new year with 59 first quarter classes, 190+ families, and 290+ students along with new class concepts, special community events, academic clubs, and exclusive programs. Registrations are still being accepted, and 25 classes still have ... More

Check Our Schedule Again…Spaces Open in Previously Closed Classes

Please take a look at the Compass schedule again! We have had a lot of last minute changes which have created openings in classes that were previously closed. Classes begin next Wednesday, September 10, so there is still plenty of time to register for an additional class! Several families have had changes in their fall plans so spaces have ... More