Acton Academy Upstate

Do you think our Socratic discussion about RBG's legacy was successful? Guide: "So, what do you think about Ruth Bader Ginsburg?" Elementary Eagle: "She's amazing!" ... Eagles particularly admire RBG's work in securing equal pay for equal work, expanding women's rights in the military, and making it possible for women to buy a house and agree to their own medical treatment without a male cosigner. #RIPRBG #ActonAcademy #learnerdriven #herosjourney

Our hearts go out to all the families struggling to make school work for their children this year. For those who are juggling it all and hoping for the best, we recognize the challenges are immense. Children are resilient, and those that fall behind can catch up. The Acton approach allows all students to work at their own pace. With an emphasis on mastery learning, our students demonstrate complete command of a topic before moving on. This way there are no gaps to fill--they know the subject inside and out, on their own time, at their own pace. We're here for the community, and can't wait to welcome students in the Fall of 2021! For more information visit our website www.actonupstate.com and fill out the contact form for a free copy of Courage to Grow.

We agree with Sir Ken Robinson: "Human resources are like natural resources, they’re often buried deep. You have to go looking for them; they’re not just lying around on the surface. You have to create the circumstances where they show themselves." At Acton Upstate, we go looking. Learn how your family can join the learning revolution @ www.actonupstate.com. https://youtu.be/r9LelXa3U_I

Meet our Guide!! Hello! My name is Christin Smith, and I will be your Eagle’s guide for the 2020-2021 school year. I am a 2019 graduate from Freed-Hardeman University where I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and English with a minor in Spanish. While completing my B.A. degree, I spent a month abroad in Madrid, Spain at La Universidad Complutense de Madrid studying intermediate level Spanish. I also studied abroad in England for two weeks in the summer of 2018, vi...siting the homes and workspaces of Romantic Era British authors. After completing my B.A., I worked in Chapala, Mexico as a Spanish translator. I really enjoy learning, studying, and applying the knowledge that I have to helping others, and will use my skills and abilities to assist your Eagle in his/her learning journey! I'll help your Eagle become the independent and determined learner that every child can become. I look forward to working with you and your kiddos! #ActonAcademy #Guide #learnerdriven #privateschool #masterylearning

"We believe each person who enters Acton Academy will find a calling that changes the world. In a world where most schools have mission statements about preparation for a fuzzy future, the Acton Academy promise is shockingly bold and full of agency." How do we do it? Check out this short article, appearing in Forbes, which gives a nice summary of the Acton philosophy and model. ... To learn more visit our website www.actonupstate.com. https://www.forbes.com//acton-academy-hero-launchpad-goe/ #ActonAcademy #independentlearning #learnerdriven #privateschool