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A day in the life

A day in our Studios is creativity within constraints: large blocks of time for work and play with clear but broad guardrails, equipping young people to manage their time, set goals, and track progress.

The schedule is adaptable, allowing students to tailor their learning experience to their individual needs. They can rearrange work blocks and select from a diverse range of activities, aligning with their personal goals, interests, and obligations.

"Our son is excelling in his current learning environment. He is passionate about learning and has made strong friendships."

- Parent at Acton Academy Elementary Studio

A Learner Driven Community

Our young heroes learn in tightly bound communities with extremely high standards of excellence, where self-management and self-governance are celebrated daily.

1

Learners create and sign a Contract of Promises describing how each individual will act and the consequences for violating community norms.

2

Running Partners and Squads encourage younger and older heroes to listen, affirm, set goals and hold each other accountable.

3

Servant Leader badges celebrate warm-hearted and tough-minded decisions that build character.

8:15

Drop-off / Free Time

Get ready for a great day!

8:45

Daily Launch

Socratic Discussion to "launch" learners into the day's learning arc.

9:00

Core Skills

Learners use SMART goals in math, writing workshops, reading, civilization discussion, and breaks throughout.

11:30

Lunch / Free Time

Fuel up, hydrate, and rest.

12:30

Quest Launch

Another Socratic discussion to prepare for the afternoon learning.

12:45

Quest

Hands-on, team-based challenges, sciences, technology, coding, entrepreneurship, art, music, and history.

2:45

Studio Maintenance

Learners keep their space well-maintained and functional.

3:00

Closing Group

Final Socratic discussion to reflect on the day and prepare to head home.

3:15

Pick-up

See you soon! 

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