Acton Academy Promises
What journey do all learners begin at Acton Academy?
The Hero's Journey
What kind of journey do parents commit to modeling for their children?
A Hero's Journey
What are the three things guides are committed to doing until no longer needed?
Inspire, equip, and connect learners
What kind of choices are learners encouraged to make?
Courageous choices
How old is Acton Academy?
16 years old
Fill in the blank: At Acton Academy, we believe every child is a _________ who deserves to find a calling that will change the world.
Genius
Parents are encouraged to show their learner that the Hero's Journey is...
What do guides use instead of giving answers?
Socratic questions
What two ways do Acton learners balance their daily effort and fun?
Work hard and play hard
Name three historical figures (dead or alive) that inspired the Acton Academies' core philosophies. (HINT: There are more than three on the list we came up with.)
Socrates, Lord Acton, Thomas Jefferson, Maria Montessori, Sugata Mitra, and Sal Khan.
What do learners experience that helps them understand that freedom comes with responsibility?
real choices and self-governance
What do Acton parents resist the urge to do when their child struggles?
Rescue or fix
How do guides maintain the emotional and physical safety?
By upholding broad but firm studio guardrails
When a learner makes a mistake, what so they promise to do?
Own it and accept natural consequences
Who is the best guide?
Every guide is a genius and can change the world!
List three freedoms Acton Heroes develop a respect for.
economic, political, and religious freedoms.
Gaming, social media, and excessive screen time
What kind of praise do guides give learners?
Growth mindset praise—praising effort, courage, and progress
What "zone" are Heroes asked to step outside of?
Comfort Zone
What is the first Acton outside of Acton Main?
Acton Venice Beach
Name four of the five Acton Network Promises.
1. Begin A Hero's Journey 2. Learn to be a curious, independent, lifelong learner 3. Develop a deep respect for economic, political, and religious freedoms 4. Cherish the arts, wonders of the physical world, and the mysteries of life on Earth 5. Discover your most precious gifts and learn to use them to serve others
Name 2 parent promises
Answer 2
When Heroes become self-governed, what do Guides do?
Disappear, step back
List three promises on the Learner Contract
Work hard play hard, Make courageous choices, keep promises and take responsibility for my actions.
How many Acton network zones are there?
7