Often the learning design at Acton Academy seems confusing; especially with each Arrow pursuing independent learning plans. Below are four principles that form the foundation for our learning design. Holding firmly to these makes sure the basics are covered, so everything else is lagniappe. 1. First, make it fun. Job number one is to make …
Heroes at Acton Academy look to the horizon, set specific and meaningful goals and strive to reach them. Early on in the Discovery Studio, a Hero might set two to three goals each day. Later on, the goal setting horizon expands to a week and then a few weeks and even sessions. By late middle …
I recently came across an article at choiceschools.com that was written for teachers, but I thought provided a helpful framework for parents on using Growth Mindset language that can best motivate your child toward progress in learning with our children as well. The original article is linked above, but I’ve also included the article here: …
Every child is a genius, but it’s the ability to recognize that and encourage a child that makes all the difference in their life. Does your child believe he is gifted and special? Is she treated that way by those around her? For one of the greatest inventors and minds in history, Thomas Edison caught …
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In Part 1, I shared how Ryan and I wanted to provide the best possible learning environment for our children that would spark their natural curiosity, inspire them to be lifelong learners, challenge them to grow in character and equip them to be leaders that will change the world. While I never set out with …
Many parents have reached out to me recently asking about homeschooling and alternative education options. Many of them know that we homeschooled for several years, had started a homeschool co-op and transitioned it to a small school, and they are looking for insights as they think through what their children’s education will look like next …
Making, doing, tinkering, creating. At Acton Academy, we call this “learning to do.” It is the path to relevant learning and is the cornerstone of our curriculum creation. One of my favorite spontaneous projects that happened at school this past year is when Arrows continued one of our quests, which included making a shelter, and …
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