Lighthouse International: An Acton Academy

Are you ready for an audition at Lighthouse International?

This process is designed to make sure that Lighthouse International is the right fit for your child and your family. We recognize that we ask you to dedicate time and thought to the process. Families who are thriving in our community often share that they truly enjoyed the process, and we hope you do too.

Before your start, watch the following video with Laura Sandefer
co-founder of Acton Academy:

Basic Info

Parent First Name

Parent Last Name

Email address

Phone number

Child's full name

Child's birthdate

Your Interests

What excites your family most about Acton Academy?

Self-paced Core Skills

Challenging Quests and Socratic Discussions that deliver 21st Century Skills

The Hero's Journey, Learning Badges and Apprenticeships that help young people find a calling that will change the world

A multi-age Learner Driven Community that will motivate our child

Other

What concerns you most about transitioning to Acton Academy?

The work and rigor required

Whether I am ready to trust my child as an independent learner

The lack of a traditional teacher and curriculum; no homework or grades

I struggle believing every child is a genius

Other

How would you describe you, your spouse, and your child's learning environment so far?

Highly traditional but time for a change

A mix of traditional and non-traditional learning

Non-traditional

How would you describe you, your spouse, and your child's learning environment so far?

No, not yet

Still Exploring

Absolutely/Ready to start

After watching the video, what do you believe are the top 3 reasons that Lighthouse International would be a great fit for your child?

For the potential learner

What makes you most excited about Lighthouse International and why?

What makes you most nervous about Lighthouse International and why?

For parents

We believe family is at the center of learning for children. Please describe a habit or routine that you follow at home to support your child’s learning journey.

How would you describe the perfect educator for your child, and how would you measure whether he or she is advancing quickly enough?

If we ask your child’s current teachers about them, what words will they use to praise them as learners? What behaviors or attitudes will they say need more work?

Earliest date when you would like to start:

Begin your Family's Journey