We help families reimagine education.
Journey Academy is affiliated with Acton Academy, a global network of learner-driven schools. Click below to see how Acton has been successful in educating learners for the 21st century.
Welcome to Journey Academy
Come Take a Look
Our Mission
will find a calling that changes the world.
Our Promises
Begin a hero's journey
The Hero's Journey is about embracing challenges, learning from failure, and making courageous choices. Through real-world challenges, Socratic discussions, and personal goal-setting, learners build the courage and perseverance needed to take ownership of their journey.
Learn to be a curious, independent lifelong learner
Instead of passively absorbing information, learners at Journey Academy take charge of their learning by asking questions, solving problems, and following their curiosity. They set goals, track progress, and push themselves to master new skills-all of which build the habits of lifelong learning.
Develop a deep respect for economic, political, and religious freedoms
At Journey Academy, learners don't just study freedom-they experience it. They make real choices about how to spend their time, contribute to their community, and govern themselves.
Cherish the arts, wonders of the physical world, and mysteries of life on earth
Whether through art, nature, stories, or scientific exploration, learners are encouraged to cultivate a sense of wonder. They engage in discussions, hands-on projects, and creative expression that inspire curiosity, deepen their connection to the world, and foster a lifelong respect for the world around them.
Discover your most precious gifts and learn to use them to serve others
Every learner has unique gifts and interests. Journey Academy provides opportunities for self-discovery through real-world challenges, apprenticeships, and meaningful work. Over time, learners develop a sense of who they are and how they can use their precious gifts to serve others in a way that brings them joy.
Our Beliefs
-
We believe each person has a gift that can change the world in a profound way.
-
We believe in learning to learn, learning to do, and learning to be.
-
We believe in a closely connected family of lifelong learners.
-
We believe in economic, political, and religious freedom.
What makes Journey Academy different?
Christ-Centered
We believe all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are found in Christ Jesus (Col. 2:3). As a result, we are building a culture where students are free to explore these treasures and cultivate their own personal faith.
Guides, not Lecturers
We believe the learning experience is much richer when the teacher (called a “Guide”) offers insightful questions and facilitates hands-on learning. Guides use the Socratic method, always responding to students’ questions with new questions.
Internships
Beginning in middle school, our students will obtain apprenticeships in a field about which they are passionate. They will intern with various professionals such as doctors, entrepreneurs, bakers, plumbers, attorneys, and graphic designers in order to gain real-world skills and learn at the feet of a master.
Learn by Doing
We believe children learn best by doing. Whether it’s launching a startup business, creating a tidepool habitat, playing a musical instrument, painting a mural, or programming a robot, students have opportunities to build real-life skills.
Learner-Driven
Our students take ownership of their education and their peer relationships by agreeing together on rules of conduct, budgeting their own time, and working amongst themselves to solve problems. They learn to think independently, take responsibility, and embrace challenges.
Technology
Using the incredible eLearning tools now available, we are able to provide the rigor needed for learning math, vocabulary, spelling, and grammar in about 90 minutes each day, while freeing up the rest of the day for engaging, project-based, collaborative learning.
A school for the 21st century
State-of-the-Art Learning Software
Real-World Projects & Apprenticeships
Learner-Driven, Multi-Age Learning Studios
Socratic Discussions
Find a calling.
Be a hero.
Change the world.
Journey Academy is education like you’ve never seen before. It’s a place where students discover their unique abilities with which they can impact the world for Christ.