Photo by Jacqueline Leilani
The Compass School is a co-ed private school serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade students, located in the heart of Preston Hollow. Dedicated to providing “a strong academic foundation that fosters analytical thinking…and inspires the pursuit of purpose,” Compass will give students a chance to apply financial and entrepreneurship lessons in a real-life setting later this month.
The third annual “Compass in Bloom” farmers market takes place on Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the school’s campus at 5414 W. Northwest Highway. The event will showcase 14 businesses that have been conceptualized and developed by the students themselves. From pricing and marketing, to production and operations, each grade level has selected a specific product category. Examples include bath products (kindergarten), healthy snacks (third grade), and pickles (fourth grade).
Photo by Jacqueline Leilani
In addition to the student-made offerings, “Compass in Bloom” will host booths from local businesses including Dondolo, Lela Rose, and Chimney Stack Farm. Community partners such as Girl Scout Troop 252 and William Phillips, author of the “Magic Island Chronicles” book series, will also be in attendance. Complementing this live marketplace, a pitch competition will allow students to present to a panel of volunteer judges to simulate the reality of launching a product.
This event is free and open to the public; complimentary valet parking will be provided. Additional information is available online.
