Education has evolved from memorization to self-directed learning—now agency is the essential skill that prepares young people to lead in an AI-driven world.
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What started as a spark became a real project—four Eagles built a table and discovered the power of initiative and belief.
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Field trips transform curiosity into courage. From farms to festivals, Eagles learn by doing—discovering that real learning is hands-on, messy, joyful, and unforgettable.
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In a world where AI makes “smart” easy, agency matters most: initiative, courage, ownership, and the power to act.
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Gifted learners thrive when challenged. Discover how Acton Academy Columbus empowers students through self-paced, project-based, purpose-driven learning.
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Discovery Studio Eagles explored homesteading, history, and emotional growth—building independence, collaboration, and real-world skills through hands-on quests and meaningful projects.
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Eagles explored community, homesteading, and creative projects—building skills, independence, and strong connections through quests, field trips, and guest workshops.
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Eagles explored Slate Run Farm, stepping into 1880s life with animals, woodworking, rope-making, and hands-on lessons that brought history alive.
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Education is not about what you know. It’s about what you do with it. And even more, it’s about who you become along the way.
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At Acton Columbus, reading begins with phonics, daily writing, and storytime—nurturing confident, joyful readers through hands-on learning.
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Our Adventure Studio Eagles spent four weeks this spring apprenticing at Harrison Farm. This is what school should be. Not just studying life from the sidelines—but living it.
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Every spring, our Acton Academy Columbus tribe leaves behind devices, desks, and dry shoes for something a little messier and a lot more meaningful—our annual camping trip.
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At Acton Academy Columbus, hands-on learning is at the heart of everything we do. Our learners don’t just read about science, technology, engineering, and math—they live it.
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A Day to Remember: Our Young Entrepreneurs Take Over Downtown Dublin
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Waldorf-inspired Forest Fridays offer joyful, screen-free learning in nature—building confidence, connection, and wonder in every learner.
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At Acton Columbus, Eagles and Guides live by a shared ethos—built over four years to empower, launch, and grow together.
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Learners thrive with freedom balanced by responsibility, accountability, and high expectations, fostering growth, collaboration, and excellence.
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Guidepost Montessori in Dublin is closing. For families looking to continue Montessori education, we welcome them to tour Acton Academy Columbus.
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Learners explored health through hands-on projects, expert talks, and a Health Fair, gaining real-world wellness skills and ownership of their well-being.
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A transformative space where middle school learners are empowered to embrace their independence, ignite their curiosity, and grow into capable, self-driven individuals.
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