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Online or Options: Which Learning Path Is Right for Your Family?
Compass offers two independent study pathways: Online and Options. Both are flexible, supported by credentialed supervising teachers, and designed for families who play an active role in learning.
Start with one simple question.
Do you want the academic roadmap provided, or do you want to design it yourself? Online gives families a structured curriculum and clear pacing. Options gives families more flexibility to choose curriculum, pacing, and daily learning structure.
Structured Roadmap
Online Program
Online is a strong fit for families who want a recommended curriculum, clear pacing, and a built-in academic flow with room for personalization.
- Comprehensive online curriculum provided
- Scope, sequence, assignments, and pacing are mapped out
- Support from supervising teachers and learning labs
- Supplies and technology provided based on grade level
Family-Designed Path
Options Program
Options is a strong fit for families who want more control over curriculum, pacing, daily structure, and the learning experience.
- Family-selected curriculum from an approved list
- Personalized learning plan built with a supervising teacher
- More flexibility in schedule, pacing, and instructional approach
- Additional resources available through approved providers
Online and Options at a Glance
| Feature | Online | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum | Provided through Accelerate Education | Family-selected from an approved list |
| Pacing | Structured with flexibility | Family-designed |
| Planning | Roadmap provided | Built collaboratively with a supervising teacher |
| Learning Coach Role | Active support with a structured academic path | Higher daily involvement as the primary instructor |
| Best For | Families who want a clear roadmap created for them | Families who want more customization |
What both programs have in common
Both Online and Options are independent study programs with flexible learning at home, supervising teacher support, academic accountability, and access to the Compass school community.
- Credentialed supervising teacher support
- Flexible, personalized learning at home
- Clubs, enrichment workshops, and Learning Coach Academy
- Community events and field trips
- High school planning and college readiness support
- Academic and counseling services
At Compass, you choose the learning path that fits your family.
Both programs offer the same high-quality, accredited education—just delivered differently.
Still deciding which path is right?
Join a Virtual Information Session or connect with our enrollment team to learn more about Online and Options.