by Michael Stack January 4, 2021 At Acton Academy, one of our core beliefs is that children learn most from failure and overcoming challenges.  We say kids should fail "early, cheaply,

by Kori Stack December 14, 2020 Curiosity...it’s so important to let kids explore the natural world around them! This is why we dedicate one full day every week to just outdoor education

By Kori Stack, M.Ed   December 1, 2020 There is no more powerful way to learn than to learn by doing: Conversation with my 7 year old... “Are we going to do the fair

It was before 6:00 am and all of our four kids were already awake.  They were so excited for the day that they couldn't sleep.  It honestly felt like Christmas

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

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

It was a problem before, and with the Covid-19 pandemic, it has only gotten worse.  Kids are inside almost all the time looking at screens. As parents, we have a

Our world has changed.  The way we educate our children has changed.  I think it's safe to say that a heck of a lot has changed, not only this year,

By Kori Stack M.Ed. September 15, 2020 I’m humbled at what a beautiful first week it was last week! Being at Acton is a choice and these courageous young people took that

by Kori Stack August 31, 2020 Sometimes you take a risk and are not sure how it will go. It's those times when it goes famously that reward you for all