As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, I've been reflecting on what it means to be part of this nation. I'm grateful to have been born and raised in a country where anyone, from any background, any religion, any gender, any skin color, can get an education, work hard, and truly enjoy "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." Today I think about the inspiring people who built this nation. People like George Washington, "outgunned, outmanned, and outnumbered..." who courageously led...

"Where in the world do you see high schoolers do this?" "It was amazing. I was able to understand on another level what Acton truly represents." "This is the level of clarity and depth you want your children to have when they go through high school." Several parent reactions after listening to four learners give their NGA Fellowship Talks this past Friday on our campus. It's no surprise that perhaps the biggest crisis in mainstream education today isn't academic, it's existential. More and...

What Do You Do When You See a Problem in Your Organization or Community? True Story: A couple of days ago, I stepped into our Curiosity Studio (Lower Elementary) unannounced at 8:25 AM to observe the Morning Launch. I expected to watch our Socratic Guide facilitate a discussion with about 20 learners. What I witnessed instead was nothing short of remarkable. A 30 minute discussion, starting with mindfulness, ending with a call to action, and filled with powerful questions, engaging dialogue,...