Compass is a TK-12th grade school support program. Our program focuses on improving student engagement by fostering students’ academic, social, behavioral, and emotional skills through relationship-based interventions. We work in tandem with students, learning coaches, and teachers to bring about success for our students and families. Compass is an individualized and positive intervention where we take a holistic and supportive approach to helping students and families engage with the educational process and become successful learners with our school.

Meet YOur Compass Administration

Leah Fellows

Director, Engagement and Community

Welcome! We are so glad that you have chosen to be part of our school. Compass is here if you are struggling and need that extra support to get back-on-track. We are committed to making sure every child is engaged and learning every day, connecting with their school community. We know you are invested in your student’s success and so are we. We look forward to partnering with you and your family this school year. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me at lfellows@caliva.org.

Melisse Burns

Compass Program Coordinator

Hi! Welcome to the Compass Program and to CAVA and IQLA! Compass has two goals: we serve as the launching pad to get new families off to a Strong Start each year, and we help support student engagement throughout the school year.

We know that our unique school program presents both opportunities and challenges for our families. Compass is here to help your family navigate those challenges so that your student can thrive in our school. If you have questions about our program, please don't hesitate to reach out to me at meburns@caliva.org. I’m here to help!

Sarah Neuenschwander

Director of Accountability

Welcome to CAVA and IQ! We are happy you are here and we are excited to partner with you to ensure your student has a successful school year. My goal is to make sure that our students attend school daily, as this is the first step for student achievement and mastering standards! If you have any questions about attendance, please reach out. I am happy to help!

Victoria Nelson

Director, SEL Prevention and Intervention