Behavior Solutions
Our behavior training emphasizes developing behavioral principles, strategies, and frameworks to foster a positive learning environment through practical scenarios and engaging discussions, meeting the diverse behavioral needs of students.
Behavior Guidance & Support Services
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Enhance your expertise in managing student behaviors with our Behavior Coaching program. Receive personalized coaching, observations, and small group or 1-on-1 training—on-site, virtually, or through a blended approach—from our Compass behavior specialists. Learn to understand behavior antecedents and consequences and implement effective interventions tailored to your school’s or district’s unique needs.
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Equip your team with the expertise to independently analyze behaviors, develop effective interventions, and assess their impact. Our comprehensive program, led by qualified trainers, offers personalized coaching and support through virtual and on-site sessions. Your staff will gain practical skills to enhance student behavior management, ensuring effective interventions and measurable outcomes.
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Transform your school’s behavior management with Compass’s support for establishing Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Our monthly training sessions, led by experts, focus on improving academic and social behavior outcomes for all students. Educators will develop essential skills to address classroom behaviors effectively and create a supportive learning environment for every student.
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Go in-depth about why behaviors develop and occur. Staff will learn various approaches to manage behaviors effectively. Let the Compass team support behavior management in your school.
Tailored Learning Experience
- Behavior-Specific PD
- Classroom Management PD
- Monthly Virtual Training and Q&As
- Behavior-Focused Micro-Teaching
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)
- Behavior-Focused Data Retreats
Assessment and Data-Driven Decision Making
Professional Learning (SOR)
Classroom Instruction (Structured Literacy and Explicit Instruction)
Tiered Instruction
Writing Instruction
The Compass Approach to Instructional Practices
Competency-Based Learning (CBL)
Competency-Based Learning (CBL) emphasizes mastering skills and knowledge over seat time. By embracing these principles, educators can personalize instruction, provide support, and cultivate a deeper understanding of the curriculum in every student. We provide guidance and tools to assist educators in effectively implementing these approaches.
Explicit Instruction
This training prepares educators to develop engaging learning experiences for all students using the thirteen guiding principles of explicit instruction. Select from focused, comprehensive, or customized training options to accommodate your schedule and needs.
Project Based Learning (PBL)
Project-Based Learning (PBL) involves students in authentic, hands-on experiences that promote creativity, curiosity, and motivation. Embracing PBL allows teachers to create dynamic learning environments that prepare students for success in an ever-evolving world. With Compass, educators can gain the knowledge and tools to design and facilitate inspiring projects for deep learning and real-world connections.
5-Point Checklist for High-Level Math Instruction
This training is designed to prepare K-12 teachers with the best practices for math instruction to enhance the effectiveness of Tier 1 math instruction. It focuses on optimizing the use of purchased curricula and integrating new resources. Key topics include visible learning, explicit instruction, feedback, formative assessments, and promoting high-level thinking.
Foundational Reading
Our Foundational Reading training covers the what, when, why, and how of the Big 5 components of reading: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. This training integrates brain science with practical classroom applications, equipping educators with the knowledge and tools to enhance students’ reading skills and foster a love for reading.
Creating Mathematicians Through the 8 Mathematical Practice Standards
The focus of math education has evolved to develop students as mathematicians and problem solvers. This training connects the 8 Mathematical Practice Standards with Forbes’ most employable skills of 2024, which helps educators identify the important traits students develop in math class. This training is a valuable resource for support staff and educators who assist math learners.
Unraveling the Reading Rope
During this intensive and transformative journey into the Science of Reading, you will explore the theoretical framework known as the Reading Rope. You will also reflect on your current practices and leave with a stronger foundation and greater confidence to engage learners in reading based on scientific principles.
Rope Them In: Explicit Writing Instruction for K-12
This training supports explicit writing instruction based on the science of writing. It offers an overview of the five key components of writing and specific techniques for implementing them in the classroom at any level from K to 12.
Instructional Leadership Growth
With Compass, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to lead and support your school community. We offer direct mentorship within your school environment, supporting everyone from new principals to veteran administrators. Topics of focus include progressive discipline, instructional leadership, and the evaluation process.
How We Deliver Literacy Services
Initial Partnership & Needs Assessment
We begin by collaborating with district leaders to understand current literacy practices, identify priorities, and review data. This ensures services are tailored to local needs and aligned with the SD Literacy Framework.
Customized Professional Learning & Coaching
Educators engage in research-based professional development grounded in the Science of Reading, systematic instruction, and data-driven decision-making. Coaching cycles and collaborative planning support practical application in classrooms.
Ongoing Implementation Support
We provide sustained support through follow-up sessions, classroom modeling, and feedback loops, helping educators refine practices and maintain instructional consistency across grades and content areas.
Progress Monitoring & Reflection
Districts receive guidance on using assessment data to monitor student outcomes and evaluate the effectiveness of literacy initiatives. This allows leaders and teachers to make informed adjustments that drive continuous improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Our training is designed for all educators, including classroom teachers across grades and content areas. Understanding literacy instruction benefits every teacher and helps integrate strong reading practices throughout the school.
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Not at all. Part of our support includes helping districts identify the assessments they currently have, determine what additional data is needed, and use those results to guide instruction and interventions.
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No. The training covers the full Reading Rope and is applicable across all grade levels, helping educators understand foundational skills as well as comprehension and vocabulary development for older students.
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No. Our approach is customized to each district’s needs, taking into account current practices, staff knowledge, and student data to create practical, actionable support that fits your context.
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Not exactly. Tiered instruction is about understanding the structure of support levels and using data to target deficits. Our training helps educators know which students need intervention, what skills to focus on, and how to monitor progress effectively.
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For districts participating in the ELA-SD grant, our services are fully aligned to the grant requirements, including professional learning, assessment use, and systematic literacy instruction. For other districts, the services still build strong literacy systems and teacher capacity.
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