On Trusting the Children
It was 1972. I was 8 years old with two red braids hanging down to… Read More
Anticipation
On our journey of learning, looking back is important but so is the looking forward…. Read More
We Are Losing Some of the Eagles
“I don’t know whether to be annoyed or overjoyed.” These words, spoken by an Acton… Read More
Gritty Parents
“I’m not sure I can do this – it’s so hard! I love it!” These… Read More
A Covenant Between 6-10 Year Olds
While it is common and ordinary for us to use the word “contract” at Acton… Read More
Advice from Eagles to Eagles
A few of our experienced 9 and 10 year old Eagles shared advice to their… Read More
Parents Need Running Partners, too
I dedicate this post to the newest Acton Academy parents. It is that time of… Read More
Guardrails for Serious Fun
Our emphasis at the start of the school year is FUN. We believe learning is… Read More
The Five Most Important Words at Acton Academy
“Every child is a genius.” Without a doubt, each child is capable of a Hero’s… Read More
Do you trust the children?
This is the essential question Acton Academy presents to the world. Without trusting the children,… Read More