Advanced Biology: Human Anatomy & Physiology is more than a science class—it’s an inside look at the incredible design of the human body and the genius of the God who created it.

Designed for students who have successfully completed high school biology and understand basic chemistry, this course takes you far beyond diagrams and definitions. Over sixteen modules, you’ll review cell structure, protein synthesis, and mitosis—then dive into the fascinating world of tissues (histology) and every major body system: integumentary, muscular, skeletal, nervous, endocrine, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, respiratory, and reproductive.

You won’t just memorize parts—you’ll discover how everything works together with precision and purpose. From the firing of neurons to the rhythm of the heart, every system reveals intricate design and intentional order that points back to the Creator.

Learning is hands-on and engaging. The student text includes study questions, illustrated module guides, lab exercises, and real-life case studies that connect science to everyday situations. You’ll complete microscope labs in histology and participate in dissections (sheep heart, cow eye, fetal pig) to see structure and function up close. Structural memorization, instructional videos, hands-on mechanical working projects, and lectures bring the material to life. Exercises from the Kaplan Anatomy Coloring Book reinforce understanding through detailed, visual learning.

If you’re ready for a challenge, an Honors option is available.

Come explore the complexity, beauty, and purpose built into every cell, tissue, and system—and see how studying the human body can strengthen both your scientific understanding and your appreciation for the One who designed it.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $550. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance of $500 must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $250 payable by July 1 and November 1. 

Additional Fees: Lab Fees included in Tuition and cover dissection specimens, slides, coverslips, use of microscopes, and hand-outs.

Accepted Payment Methods: Checks, Cash, Venmo, and Zelle

Recommended credits: 1.0

Class size Min 5/Max 16

Prerequisite:  Biology (some chemistry helpful)

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 12:00 pm - 12:55 pm

Required Materials: Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology: The Human Body 2nd ed. Text from Amazon.com (ISBN 13:  978-1935495727)  Student workbook at Amazon.com https://a.co/d/9N6giW5, and Kaplan Anatomy Coloring book 9th edition (8th or 10th ed. is fine too and a compatibility chart will be provided). 

Safety goggles are provided, but the student may bring their own. Ten pairs of disposable gloves are required for dissections (2nd semester).  

All Payments are non-refundable

This course is designed to build on algebraic and geometric concepts. It develops advanced algebra skills such as systems of equations, advanced polynomials, imaginary and complex numbers, quadratics, and concepts and includes the study of trigonometric functions. It also introduces matrices and their properties. The content of this course is important for students’ success on both the ACT and college mathematics entrance exams.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free—Course Fee: $550. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $250 payable by July 1 and November 1—a $25 lab and print fee is required.

Acceptable forms of Payment: Venmo, Zelle, Cash, or Check 

Recommended Credits: 1.0

Class Size: Min 8/Max 16

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 12:00 pm - 12:55 pm

Prerequisite: Algebra 1

Required Materials: $25 lab fee and printable notes; a textbook will be linked as a PDF on Canvas.

All Payments are non-refundable

This course covers important computer applications, coding, blogging, Internet skills, and graphic design.  Students will learn to effectively use Word, Excel, and Powerpoint through a series of mini projects. Basic computer hardware, internet safety, online research skills, and computer usage will be explored each week through presentations and fun activities.  In the spring, students will complete a semester-long blogging project using the Wordpress platform.  A unit on coding will satisfy the programming component now required for computer science courses in South Carolina.

Prerequisites: None

Grade Recommendations: All

Completion of this course will set students up for success in Computer 2.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free—Course Fee: $440. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or a payment plan of $195 must be selected, payable by July 1 and November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: Check, Cash, Zelle (preferred), Venmo, and PayPal

Recommended credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesdays - 12:00 pm - 12:55 pm

Required textbook & materials: A working laptop is required for class.  Students must have access to Microsoft applications for the first semester (a monthly subscription is available at a reasonable price)

  All Payments are non-refundable

Writing Fiction: Bringing Your Stories to Life

Are you ready to unleash your imagination and craft compelling narratives? The Writing Fiction course, inspired by Sharon Watson’s acclaimed book, invites high school students into the enchanting world of storytelling. Whether you dream of penning epic novels or weaving concise short stories, this course will ignite your creativity and hone your literary skills.

• Storytelling Mastery: Dive into the art of storytelling. Learn how to build scenes, create memorable characters, and evoke emotions that resonate with readers.
• Conflict and Tension: Ramp up the drama! Explore techniques to infuse conflict, suspense, and unexpected twists into your narratives.
• Point of View: Choose your lens. Understand the impact of different perspectives—first person, third person, and beyond.
• Dialogue Magic: Craft authentic conversations that breathe life into your characters. Learn the nuances of dialogue tags, subtext, and pacing.
• Character Empathy: Make readers care. Develop protagonists and antagonists that evoke empathy, curiosity, and investment.
• Setting and Atmosphere: Transport your audience. Master the art of descriptive settings—from bustling city streets to mystical realms.
• Self-Critique and Peer Review: Sharpen your writer’s eye. Evaluate your work and provide constructive feedback to fellow storytellers.
• Literary Insights: Explore classic and contemporary fiction. Uncover timeless storytelling techniques from beloved authors.

Whether you have a love for writing or are reluctant to pen your ideas, this course will help bring out the writer in your student.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $450. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $200 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods are check, Cash, Cash App, Venmo, and Zelle.

Recommended Credits: 1

Course Meets: Thursdays, 12:00-12:55pm

Class size: Min 8/Max 16

Required Materials: Writing Fiction by Sharron Watson ISBN9781463582081 https://a.co/d/gfQpZAk  and Last Book In The Universe by Rodman Philbrick ISBN-10. 0439087597 https://a.co/d/0B2b1FH 

All Payments are non-refundable!

Journalism 1 - Intro to Media Studies 

From breaking news to yearbook pages, every story matters! Step into the role of a real journalist with Journalism I.  This writing-intensive course is designed to develop students’ skills in news reporting, nonfiction writing, media analysis, graphic design, and photojournalism. By studying current international and national events, students learn to gather information, evaluate sources, and communicate news clearly and accurately. The instruction covers journalistic style, interviewing techniques, research methods, and ethical reporting. Students will practice the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence as a support tool for brainstorming, research, drafting, and revision while maintaining academic integrity and proper attribution. The course also emphasizes hands-on experience in local reporting within students’ communities and co-op, where they will conduct interviews and produce publishable news stories for newsletters, podcasts, and video newscasts. Students will also use graphic design and photography to create a memorable yearbook for Compass Prep. Journalism I may be counted as an elective or as the composition portion of the English credit. 

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $450. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance of $400 must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $200 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Accepted forms of payment: Preferred method - Zelle. Also accepted: Venmo, Cash App, Check, Cash. If you wish to pay with PayPal, please request an invoice, as a 3% fee will be applied. All payments are nonrefundable.

Class Size: Min 6/Max 15

Day: Tuesday, 12:00 pm -12:55 pm

Instructor: Ruthanna Marshall

Recommended credit: 1.0

Required materials: Students will need a laptop for class. Write With World II is the textbook that we will use for reference and assignments, along with teacher-created materials. The textbook is out of print, so students can rent one from Mrs. Marshall for $15 for the year (limited supply) or purchase a used copy from an online bookstore (make sure you get Volume 2).  The course cost includes copy fees and online subscriptions. 

All Payments are non-refundable 

Exploring modern world history through the culture, creativity, and trends of each era!

This dynamic course explores modern world history from the 1800s to today through the lens of pop culture, daily life, and the defining events that shaped each decade. Students move chronologically through more than two centuries of change, discovering how music, fashion, technology, entertainment, and everyday experiences reflect the world around them.

Each decade highlights major historical turning points—revolutions, wars, social movements, scientific breakthroughs, and cultural shifts—paired with the pop culture that grew alongside them. From Victorian etiquette to Jazz Age glamour, wartime rationing to rock‑and‑roll rebellion, disco to grunge, and the rise of the internet to today’s digital culture, students see how ordinary people lived, what they wore, what they listened to, and what captured their imaginations.

Along the way, students examine iconic trends, influential figures, and surprising “did‑you‑know” moments that make history feel alive and relatable. By connecting global events with the music, clothing, slang, inventions, and cultural moments of each era, students gain a deeper understanding of how the modern world was built—one decade at a time.

Prerequisites: None

Grade Recommendations: All

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $550/Honors $580. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $250 payable by July 1 and November 1. Honors will be $265 due July 1 and $265 due November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: CashApp, Venmo, PayPal, Cash, and Check 

Recommended Credit:  1.0 (Social Studies/Elective)

Class Size: Min 6/Max 16

Course Meets: Tuesdays/Thursdays 12:00 pm - 12:55 pm

Required Materials:  Teacher-provided materials, Consistent access to a computer, Printer/Paper

All Payments are non-refundable

This second-level language course will continue to expand vocabulary, explore verb tenses (with a focus on past, progressive, perfect, and future), and encourage students to engage in conversation to improve individual fluency. We will develop more complex sentences (verbal and written) using object pronouns, prepositional phrases, and adverbial clauses. The course will also dig deeper into Hispanic culture and current events. Students will learn through written text, conversation, song, and media and will finish the course with more confidence in the target language. Note: 

Completion of Spanish 1 IS required. If not a previous Compass Prep student, the student must take a placement test. Please contact the instructor to arrange a testing opportunity before registering for this course.

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $500. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $225 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Accepted Payment Methods: Check, Cash, PayPal, and Venmo

Recommended credit: 1.0

Class Size: Min 6/Max 14

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 12:00 pm - 12:55 pm

Required materials: Breaking the Spanish Barrier: Level 2 (workbook only) 

All Payments are non-refundable

This fun and interactive introduction to sports medicine will cover basic first aid, common injuries, injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, taping/wrapping techniques, important anatomy (the skeletal system), and more. Students will have the opportunity to learn and practice important taping, wrapping, and wound care techniques. We also have opportunities to visit local athletic training rooms and hear from current athletic trainers on the high school and college level. Sports medicine is an amazing field in itself, but it is also a great bridge for students interested in medicine, physical therapy, or personal training.

Prerequisites: None

Grade Recommendations: All

Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $400. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $175 payable by July 1 and November 1.

Accepted Forms of Payment: Zelle (preferred), Venmo, PayPal, cash/check

Recommended Credits: 1.0

Class Size: min 8/Max 14

Course Meets: Thursdays, 12:00 pm - 12:55 pm

Required textbook & materials: TBD

All Payments are non-refundable