Find a Calling; Change the World
Joy + Rigor = Mastery
"Embracing rigor is part of saying 'yes' to a Hero's Journey. Deep learning brings a special sense of joy, but the mastery required for a Hero's Journey goes even further, requiring commitment, discipline and hard work towards a worthy goal."
21st Century Learning
Students at Acton Academy learn through:
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Hands-on, Montessori materials along with latest in educational technology for self-paced mastery of reading, writing and math skills.
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Deep Socratic discussions about heroes, history and self governance to hone critical thinking skills and the ability to powerfully think, write and speak.
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Hands-on projects to master the tools and skills needed to solve problems in the real world.
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Written promises and covenants that form a tightly bound community of individuals learning to form authentic friendships and honestly resolve interpersonal problems.
A Learner Driven Community
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Students create and sign a Contract of Promises describing how each individual will act and the consequences for violating community norms.
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Mentor teams encourage younger and older students to listen, affirm, set goals, and hold each other accountable.
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"Learn to Be" badges that celebrate character and completing leadership challenges.
Measuring Mastery
EARNED BADGES PROVE NEW MASTERED SKILLS
Students celebrate the mastery of tools, skills and character by earning badges, assembling portfolios and taking part in public exhibitions.
Have More Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions Page
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Grades offered
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Extracurricular activities
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Our unique schedule
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A learn-driven environment
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Homework - Here's a secret...there isn't any!
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Get Inspired
A MUST LISTEN
MORE Videos
Books
Courage to Grow by Laura Sandefer, co-founder of Acton Academy Austin
One World Schoolhouse by Sal Khan
A Thomas Jefferson Education by Oliver DeMille
Nurture Shock by Po Bronson & Ashley Merryman
The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle
Unschooling Rules by Clark Aldrich
Additional resources
Just a FEW of the latest news coverage on Acton Academy
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Laura's Blog: On Being An Acton Academy Parent
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Thrivenomics. Episode 10: How to Launch a Hero's Journey: Jeff Sandefer, Co-Founder of Acton Academy (6/15/2020)
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The Essential 11. Episode 45: Heroes of Education (6/15/2020)
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A Conversation with Peter Diamandis (Youtube): Reinventing Education (5/12/2020)
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Forbes: Acton Academy: Hero Launchpad Goes Global (8/21/2019)
We highly recommend, Courage to Grow: How Acton Academy Turns Learning Upside Down, by Laura Sandefer,
Acton's Co-Founder.