Table displaying CoMPASS cycle alignment with HLC Criteria for Accreditation across four phases: Phase 1: Data Analysis (May PD Week) — Faculty-led review of student learning outcomes and DFW rates aligns with Criteria 4.A, 4.B.1, and 4.B.2, demonstrating systematic, leadership-facilitated evaluation using multiple data forms. Phase 2: Improvement Planning (August Pre-Semester PD Week) — Faculty documentation of evidence-based improvement decisions aligned with Master Plan goals satisfies Criteria 4.B (commitment to improvement) and 4.C (planning and resource alignment). Phase 3: Plan Submission and Approval (August 25) — Formal submission, Director review, and VP approval for all unit types satisfies Criteria 4.A and 4.A.1 (institutional responsibility and academic oversight) and Criterion 4.B (institution-wide evaluation). Phase 4: Monitoring Checkpoint (End of Fall Semester / January) — Mid-cycle review of DFW rates and learning outcomes by class and section, presented at the January Deans and Directors meeting, satisfies Criteria 4.B.2 (ongoing monitoring) and 4.C (governance and institutional planning).