JOY + RIGOR = MASTERY

Hands-on, real world projects used to master the tools and skills needed for 21st century problem solving.

Deep Socratic discussions to hone critical thinking skills and the ability to write and speak powerfully.

Utilizing the latest resources and technology for self-paced mastery of reading, writing and math skills.

While intentionally cultivating a growth mindset, we challenge our students with opportunities to develop necessary hard and soft skills.

In cherishing the arts, we encourage our learners to foster their individual desire for creative expression.

In addition to daily time outdoors, we offer physical activity exploring a mind body connection and physical wellness.

Written covenants that form a tightly-bound community of individuals learning to form authentic friendships and resolve interpersonal problems.

Learners celebrate the mastery of tools, skills and character by earning badges, assembling portfolios and taking part in public exhibitions.

There is no such thing as a "typical" day at Acton Academy Fort Lauderdale, but you will always find learning, FUN, and innovation in the studio. We structure our day with three main blocks of time.

Morning:

We come together each morning for a launch to reconnect and set the tone for the day. Learners then break off to work toward their S.M.A.R.T goals for core skills, followed by recess.

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Afternoon:

Learners regroup in the studio and work together on Quests. They create their own businesses, produce plays, publish books, develop video games, and more. Through these hands-on projects, learners discover and develop their unique talents and passions.

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Rotating Focus Areas:

​Each day, time is provided for either physical education, art, music, or science.

We believe that:

• Clear thinking leads to good decisions,
• Good decisions lead to the effective habits,
• The right habits lead to strong character traits and,
• Your character determines impact on the world.

1. Acton Academy uses the latest technology in a self-paced learning environment designed to foster responsibility, goal-setting, and teamwork. Acton students are empowered to thrive in a world that needs independent, motivated thinkers and learners.
2. 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 students are building real-life skills in the classroom every day.
3. We believe the learning experience is much richer when the Guide offers insightful questions and facilitates hands on learning. Guides use the Socratic method, always responding to students’ questions with new questions. This exchange hones students’ critical thinking skills.
4. Acton Academy is “student led.” This means young people take ownership of their education and peer relationships. Acton students learn to think independently, take responsibility and embrace challenge. They are being prepared to bring their own unique genius to the world.
5. We believe in the power of apprenticeships. Beginning in Agora, our students have apprenticeships in a field they are passionate about. Acton students have interned with doctors, entrepreneur bakers, plumbers, attorneys and graphic designers. What will your child choose?
6. We encourage our students to develop honesty, hard work, responsibility, kindness and empathy. Armed with purpose and good character, we believe our students will launch into adulthood prepared to find their own calling and change the world.