How We Learn
Our Approach
The latest in educational technology for self-paced mastery of reading, writing and math skills. Deep socratic discussions about heroes, history, and self-governance to hone critical thinking skills and the ability to powerfully think, write and speak. Hands-on, project-based quests to master the tools and skills needed to solve problems in the real world. Written promises and covenants that form a tightly bound community of individuals learning to form authentic friendships and honestly resolve interpersonal problems.
Learn to Know
Our learners master the foundations of reading, writing and math during daily core skills time. We replace external motivators like high-stakes test scores and grades with an intrinsic growth mindset. Students work with a guide to differentiate their core curriculum and progress at their own pace utilizing a blend of hands-on and online learning tools. They showcase their mastery by meeting their goals, earning badges, assembling portfolios and taking part in public exhibitions of their work.
Learn to Learn
Each day, learners cultivate critical thinking and decision-making skills through Socratic discussions and individual reflection time. Among supportive and engaged peers, they own the learning experience and embrace the idea that real growth is hard work - just like developing a muscle. As they "learn to learn," they understand the importance of challenging themselves, asking good questions, taking risks, and remaining curious about the world around them.
Learn to Do
We believe children learn best by doing. Whether it's launching a startup business, creating a tidepool habitat, playing a musical instrument, painting a mosaic, or programming a robot, Acton Academy students are building real-life skills in the classroom every day. Our learners investigate, participate and contribute to the world around them by taking on meaningful, hands-on projects.
Learn to Be
The Acton Academy Kingwood experience immerses students in real-life situations in ways that allow them to build the social, emotional, and executive skills needed to make a difference in the world. We guide students to develop personal virtues such as honesty, hard work, responsibility, kindness, and empathy. Whether it's suggesting new rules in town hall meeting, holding a friend accountable during group work, leading a studio maintenance team or reflecting on missing their math goal, students are constantly exercising and honing life skills.
- F. Scott Fitzgerald
