Compass Academy

Competency-based public HS of choice striving to ignite creativity & innovation, inspire personalized learning & prepare students for multiple paths to success.

[School District 303 @StCharlesD303]

Happy National School Counseling Week!🎉
A huge shout-out to all of our amazing school counselors - thank you for your continued support, guidance, and dedication to helping our students succeed and build bright futures. We appreciate everything you do!✨️
#NSCW26 D303Thankful

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Students in CNC Machining & Programming created customized paper weights for the Compass custodial staff to thank them for all they do for us. #cte #d303pride

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It was fun to see so many students, families, staff, & community members at the Student Showcase this evening, highlighting student projects including documentaries, models, a mural, stories, books, studies, blogs, baked goods, infographics & more. #d303learns #pbl #gatorpride

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Last night, several Compass staff members enjoyed celebrating our two nominees for Kane County Educator of the Year in their respective categories: Maria Catalano (Student Support Personnel) and Sarah McWeeney (Early Career Educator). Congrats to all of the nominees and winners!

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We celebrated the last session of First Responders after students did final interviews. In class, they earned CPR/AED & Stop the Bleed certifications, learned & applied skills in fire/rescue, 911 dispatch, & police investigation. Thanks @cityofStCharles @TCom911 for the support!

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Students in the Electronics seminar have been learning to solder, a critical skill that they’ll apply when they create their final projects. #cte

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First Responders students learned how to use glass breakers, prying tools, & hydraulic rescue tools, including the Jaws of Life, in vehicular rescue scenarios under the guidance of STC Fire Dept. Thanks @cityofstcharlesil FD for this incredible experiential learning opportunity!

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First Responders students had the opportunity to earn American College of Surgeons - Stop the Bleed certification today, thanks to some members of the emergency medicine department at Delnor Hospital, who generously volunteered to teach these lifesaving skills. #CTE #d303learns

[Learner-Centered Collaborative @LCCollaborative]

We are excited to partner with @compassd303 to develop a custom competency-based grading and reporting guidebook for educators, learners, and families that will help operationalize portfolios and presentations of learning! https://t.co/M6J4YtZeaP

[School District 303 @StCharlesD303]

🎻🎸🎶Preschoolers recently explored the world of music, and thanks to the talented students at Compass Academy, they got to experience some exciting live performances through a series of special visits. #D303Learns #ElevatingExcellence

[School District 303 @StCharlesD303]

Have a wonderful Winter Break!❄️☃️
Classes resume on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

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Check out these fantastic children’s books, which were inspired by Early Childhood students & written & illustrated by Compass students! See more projects at our open house tomorrow where we’ll have food trucks & exciting raffle prizes. #d303learns

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Join us this Thursday for our Open House showcasing students’ work & featuring 2 fabulous food trucks, a scavenger hunt, & raffle with terrific prizes. This event is free & open to anyone who wants to learn more about Compass, especially students & families. @StCharlesD303

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Join us tonight at Compass Academy to learn about opportunities after high school to pursue a career that doesn’t require a 4-year college degree. This is open to ALL D303 students & parents! ⁦@StCharlesD303⁩

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Check out this article to learn what Compass Academy students experienced on the Manufacturing Month tours, along with insights from Compass students & staff regarding ways in which we’re preparing students for career pathways. #CTE #d303learns

https://t.co/bKO6kTtLjA

[School District 303 @StCharlesD303]

Happy #PrincipalAppreciationDay!🎉
Recognizing and celebrating the outstanding school leaders who continuously inspire teachers, staff, and students to strive for their best.🙌 Thank you for your commitment to excellence!😄
#D303Elevate #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal

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Compass students interested in engineering & manufacturing were excited to celebrate Manufacturing Month by touring McFona, a large scale producer of spices & food mixes, and TekPakDesign & Tooling Facility where they thermoform products for food & medical applications.

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The Compass Youth & Government team did a fantastic job at their mock trial competition tonight at Metea Valley High School. #gatorpride🐊