Resources

A key part of the application process is to dive into research on Apollo Academy, the Acton Academy model and modern education overall. We invite you to read, learn, question and discuss if this is the right fit for your family!

Books

Courage to Grow

By Laura A. Sandefer, cofounder of Acton Academy

Unschooling Rules

By Clark Aldrich with forward by Jeff Sandefer, cofounder of Acton Academy

The One World School House

By Salman Khan, the founder of the Khan Academy

The 3 Big Questions for a Frantic Family

By Patrick Lencioni

Nurture Shock

By Po Bronson & Ashley Merryman

The Talent Code

By Daniel Coyle

All About Apollo Academy

A day at Apollo Academy

Get the inside scoop on our modern approach

The journey to Apollo Academy

Read one local family's story

The basics of Apollo Academy

Key questions answered

Meet Apollo Academy Founder

Get to know Beth Ann Valavanis

Interview of Acton Academy Cofounder Jeff Sandefer

By Jordan B Peterson

The Key To Raising A Happy Child

By Cory Turner in NPR

Videos

Acton Academy Launchpad

By Acton Academy on Vimeo

Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset

By Spouts on YouTube

Jeff Sandefer at TEDxOKC

By Transform HigherEd on YouTube

A Virtual Tour of Acton Academy

By Acton Academy on YouTube

"Why Am I Here" Speech

By Evelyn Williams on YouTube

Acton Academy Interviews: Charlie and Sam Sandefer

By Chip Franks on YouTube