“Intelligence plus Character” at Compass Community Schools
At Compass Community Schools, we embrace Dr. King’s vision of “Intelligence plus Character.” We are dedicated to educating the whole child by nurturing both academic excellence and moral development. Our VBCE pillar (Values-Based Character Education) is central to this mission.
Curriculum that Follows our Values
We embed four core values across every facet of our schools: Respect, Wisdom, Courage, and Servant Leadership. However, it is not enough to simply talk about our values. That is why we implement a curriculum that explicitly teaches our core values and the social-emotional competencies needed to develop the skills and tools necessary to truly internalize and demonstrate them. We achieve this through:
Professional Development
Continuous training for leaders and teachers on our Core Values, social-emotional competencies, and equitable mindsets. This empowers them to model these values in morning meetings, advisories, and integrated academic activities.
Counseling Support
Our professional school counselors implement trauma-informed practices and deliver targeted, research-based curricula to support student well-being.
Inclusive Environment
We prioritize the voices of students, staff, and parents. Through our partnership with Panorama Education, we foster a culture of belonging and academic excellence while addressing the social-emotional needs of our students.