Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES

The Compass Program offers:

• Small group instruction, at grade level, within a supportive setting
• Increased student engagement created from a project-based learning model
• Exposure to the community through public resources and academic field trips
• Strong development of communication between home and school
• Involvement in a full-day block schedule
• A structured program environment with clear expectations
• Accountability for individual actions

Compass Program students who experience the most success typically meet one or more of the following characteristics:

• Can be successful with grade-level academic work yet have failed to demonstrate the ability
• May have a number of risk factors operating within their life setting yet are able to develop some positive relationships with peers and adults
• Appear to not benefit from the traditional school environment
• Can successfully interact with adults and peers in the community
• Are actively seeking a high school diploma

• Career and college readiness
• Positive incentive programs
• Community outreach programs
• Online learning for credit recovery and accrual
• An opportunity for a variety of career explorations
• Development of individual importance, self-esteem, and self-worth

• Connection to CTE student leaders
• Connection to CTE teachers
• Connection to local industry and non-profit organizations
• Connection to Higher Education
• Connection to component schools, home, and community agencies

• Dignity for All Students Act