Compass Points Check-In

Purpose

To provide student a platform to share vital information about themselves, their worries, excitement, and questions; to create a sense of community and common ground early in the year.

Outcome

When students share their feelings and thoughts going into a new class, they will create connections and a sense of community, as well as make the classroom a positive learning environment.

Action Steps

  • Utilize the linked Compass Points protocol below.
  • Students share worries, needs, things that excite them, and suggestions.

Addendum

Citations

Facing History and Ourselves (2021) Retrieved December 2021 from https://www.facinghistory.org/resource-library/compass-points

Are these strategies helpful?