On Being an Acton Academy Parent

On Being an Acton Academy Parent

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Hero’s Journey

Top 10 Acton Practices that Changed My Family’s Life

My Eagles have flown the nest. They are living their best lives and I’m now… Read More

An Evening in the Life of an Acton Parent

If you are an Acton parent, you know well the “end-of-session-whirlwind” that sets in the… Read More

A Love Letter for You

Jeff and I received this note yesterday from an Acton mom just as we were… Read More

A Magic Wand and How Children Become Writers at Acton Academy

Acton turns the traditional method of teaching writing upside down. In our studios, the love… Read More

Feeling Lonely or Insecure as an Acton Parent?

Ours is a road less traveled, Acton parents. I’ve felt the pain of loneliness and… Read More

Joy+Rigor = Mastery: an Art Guide’s Perspective on the Importance of Rigor

This is part two of a guest post by Acton mom and Artist Rebecca Faubion…. Read More

A Learner-Driven Program for Art? Yes indeed!

 Part one of a guest post by Artist Rebecca Faubion My first encounter with an… Read More

Word #100 of 100 – Invitation

Word #100. Invitation. I’ve been watching my children on their hero’s journey at Acton and… Read More

Word #99 of 100 – Love

Word #99. Love. Becca Cody, one of the brave founding parents of Acton Academy, shared… Read More

Word #98 of 100 – Threshold

Word #98. Threshold. Hearing a calling is one thing. Crossing the threshold into the new… Read More

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Laura Sandefer
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