The Compass Education Framework: Capacity & Access

Why Schools Struggle with Capacity

Christian schools are led by deeply committed educators who love their students and their mission. Yet even the strongest teams face a familiar challenge—too much to do, too few hands to do it.

Administrators carry heavy operational loads. Teachers balance instruction, discipleship, and care for students. Office staff support everything in between, often without specialized training in curriculum, accreditation, or strategic planning.

Hiring additional experts isn’t always possible. Budgets are limited, and the need for highly skilled professionals continues to grow. This is the capacity gap faced by Christian schools everywhere.

Creating Access Through Partnership

Compass Education was built to bridge that gap. Through a flexible contract-consulting model, we give schools access to experienced Christian educators, curriculum designers, accreditation coaches, and professional development specialists—without the financial strain of additional full-time positions.

This model provides access to the same level of excellence and expertise found in large districts or university systems, while maintaining the relational trust and mission focus unique to Christian schools.

Building Capacity That Lasts

Our work doesn’t just solve immediate problems—it builds lasting systems. Every CompassEd partnership is designed to strengthen a school’s internal capacity by equipping leaders, training faculty, and refining sustainable structures that outlive the contract.

We believe schools flourish when capacity and access work together—when leaders are supported, teachers are empowered, and systems reflect both academic excellence and biblical faithfulness.

Partner with Compass Education

Compass Education exists to make high-level expertise accessible and attainable for every Christian school—no matter the size or setting. If your school is ready to strengthen its capacity and elevate its mission, we’d love to walk with you.

Connect with Dr. Lynne Little

Founder & Principal Consultant | Compass Education, LLC

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Safeguards for Schoools Curriculum

Safeguards School Curriculum: Equipping Kids with Safety Skills — a six-week (6 Unit), biblical worldview approach to teaching K–5th grade students discernment skills and abuse prevention through stories, role play, hands-on activities, and academic exercises. Created by Lynne Little, Julie Lowe, and Angela Ruiz in partnership with the Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention (ECAP). 

View Safeguards School Curriculum FAQ here: FAQ

View Safeguards School Curriculum unit samples and ordering info here: newgrowthpress.com/safeguards-school-curriculum

Endorsements

Ryan W. Longnecker, PhD, DBA, Associate Dean

of Online Leadership Studies,

Trevecca Nazarene University

“Safeguards School Curriculum is a bold and timely curriculum that reflects Dr. Little’s deep leadership and care for children. As both a leader and a parent, I appreciate its thoughtful design, developmental clarity, and practical wisdom. It equips educators to lead hard conversations well and gives families a trustworthy foundation for building safety, discernment, and confidence in kids.”

Chris Rush, PhD, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice & Criminology, East Tennessee State University; author of Sexual Abuse Within the Church: Assessment, Intervention, and Prevention

“Grounded in biblical principles, Safeguards School Curriculum educates children on the fundamentals of unsafe behaviors and situations. This text not only instills godly discernment and healthy boundaries within students, but equips them to identify, prevent, and report abuse—knowledge every child should acquire. This curriculum is beyond essential and should be utilized in every Christian school and homeschool environment.”

Darren A. Jones
Home School Legal Defense Association
Senior Counsel / Director of Group Services

"As an attorney who works with homeschool support groups and co-ops nationwide, I consistently encourage leaders to implement a comprehensive child protection plan. Safeguards School Curriculum is an outstanding resource to support this effort. It equips children with practical safety skills grounded in biblical wisdom, avoiding fear-based approaches. I highly recommend this curriculum to any homeschool co-op or support group seeking a Christ-centered, effective tool for promoting child safety."

Shane Arnold, PhD, MDiv, Head of School,

Christ’s Legacy Academy

“In my judgment, few needs are more urgent in this generation than training in biblical discernment. At the same time, few priorities are more vital than the safety of God’s children. I’m encouraged to see a resource that thoughtfully addresses both, while also honoring the deeply Christian principle of parental authority. May God bless this work for the good of his people.”

Michael Arnold, Senior Solutions Consultant

for Independent Schools,

Faria Education Group

“Jesus makes it clear that nothing is more precious than our little ones! While it is unfortunate that we live in a world where a resource like Safeguards School Curriculum is necessary, I am thankful for the wisdom and leadership behind those who are providing this resource and making this topic a priority. The approach Safeguards School Curriculum takes to instill discernment through a biblical lens sets this resource apart as valuable for any student and an essential part of the Christian school curriculum.”

Ty Faulk, Dean of Spiritual Development,

The King’s Academy

“As a Christian school educator for over two decades, I can say that a rich resource to equip students with safety skills is long overdue. But the wait is now over. This curriculum is not only theologically and biblically grounded—it’s also academically organized, pedagogically engaging, and winsomly creative. I am thrilled that there is now an exceptional resource for schools to engage these critical topics.”
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