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Instead of giving parenting advice, I share stories to help encourage and inspire parents.

Acton Academy London, D.C., South Austin….

January 14, 2014

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Essential Element #10: The Role of the Adult in an Acton Studio

The Acton learner driven experience solidifies only when there is an understanding of the role… Read More

On Intestinal Fortitude: A Parent’s Story of an Acton Exhibition

Sharing stories is the fastest road to understanding, growth and connection. With that in mind,… Read More

Essential Element #9 – Frequent Public Exhibitions of Learning

When Jeff and I started Acton Academy, we wondered how we could prove learning beyond… Read More

Essential Element #8: Freedom with Responsibility

With deep respect for the work of Dr. Maria Montessori, we layer onto our design… Read More

Essential Element #7: Excellence

This is where the rubber hits the road. Excellence. None of our work matters without… Read More

Essential Elements #5 and #6 – The Socratic Method and Trial & Error Learning

We are halfway through this series of posts laying down the essential building blocks of… Read More

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