January 11, 20210Comments

Why No Required Reading Lists?

By Laura Sandefer, September 17, 2013 First, let me paint a little vision for you: What you will see at Acton Academy: children who are late to group discussions because they cannot put

by Laura Sandefer

November 17, 20200Comments

Doing Acton at Home – Six Tips for Parents

By Laura Sandefer March 15, 2020 Being a learner-driven community means the learning doesn’t stop when our campus must close. Each child is equipped with the identity of a responsible, independent

by Laura Sandefer

November 3, 20200Comments

Talent, Luck Or Hard Work?

By Laura Sandefer December 6, 2012 At Acton we often talk of gifts and talents. Our current projects have added a mathematical element to this discussion: can you calculate your odds

by Laura Sandefer

October 27, 20200Comments

The Secret Sauce At Acton Academy

Laura Sandefer May 14, 2020 My friend and fellow Acton founder, Lauren Quinn, wrote the following article. I believe it is an important reminder for parents today. Enjoy! Harnessing the Heroic in

by Laura Sandefer

August 31, 20200Comments

Acton Tools To Use At Home

With the school year fast approaching many families are again working to navigate a portion of the week with their children at home. What is the best way to approach

by Laura Sandefer

August 10, 20200Comments

A Parenting Mindset Shift To Free You

Parenting is hard. Anyone who says it isn't has never been a parent. What I see as a constant challenge in our own parenting is the "this is the way

by Laura Sandefer

July 27, 20200Comments

One Easy Way To Coax Some Reflection Time From Your Family

The world has changed and continues to change due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The blog post below, written by Laura Sandefer, refers to a great technique their family uses during

by Laura Sandefer

July 6, 20200Comments

Why No Required Reading Lists?

By Laura Sandefer September 17, 2013. Originally posted at https://www.actonacademyparents.com/why-no-required-reading-lists/ First, let me paint a little vision for you: What you will see at Acton Academy: children who are late to group discussions

by Laura Sandefer

June 29, 20200Comments

Guardrails For Serious Fun

by Laura Sandefer September 11, 2013 Our emphasis at the start of the school year is FUN. We believe learning is one of the most fun things in life and we

by Laura Sandefer

June 15, 20200Comments

Three Lessons In Parenting From The Children

By Laura Sandefer August 2, 2019 From the time I found out I was pregnant to this exact moment, I’ve wondered what I’m supposed to be doing as a parent. And

by Laura Sandefer

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