Laura Sandefer, Author at Acton Academy Kennebunkport

September 27, 20210Comments

Learning Science: Quests Vs Textbooks and Tests

By Laura Sandefer July 1, 2019 Parents tend to crave the kind of learning that feels familiar to them – especially when it comes to “science.” A recent conversation with a parent

by Laura Sandefer

September 20, 20210Comments

Your Gift, Flow, And An Opportunity or Injustice

Calling. What are you uniquely good at and love doing? This is your gift. When are you “in the zone” – doing something that makes you lose track of time and energizes

by Laura Sandefer

June 7, 20210Comments

The Mystery Promise

By Laura Sandefer, October 25, 2012 “We promise your child will learn to cherish the arts, the wonders of the physical world, and the mystery of life.” We probably should have stated

by Laura Sandefer

June 1, 20210Comments

Parental Intestinal Fortitude: A Parent’s Story Of An Acton Exhibition

By Laura Sandefer February 23, 2021 Sharing stories is the fastest road to understanding, growth, and connection. With that in mind, I interject my series of Essential Elements with a story. Yesterday,

by Laura Sandefer

March 22, 20210Comments

Hearing Or Listening? – A Story From The Studio

By Laura Sandefer March 2, 2021 During a recent Socratic discussion, a six-year-old reminded her peers that they need to listen and not just hear. This led to a rich discussion about

by Laura Sandefer

March 1, 20210Comments

Acton’s Essential Element #1: The Hero’s Journey

By Laura Sandefer, February 3, 2021 Nemo. Luke Skywalker. Mulan. Odysseus. Dorothy. The Little Engine that Could. These stories strike a chord of yearning we share – adventure, identity and meaning in

by Laura Sandefer

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

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

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