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Growing up, fall might have been my favorite season. I loved the change in weather, the colored leaves, and the return to school routines after busy summers of swimming lessons and soccer games. One core memory involves taking a hike through the woods with my mom and...

Most high school students are reacclimating to school schedules as the first few weeks of assignments pull them back into the rhythm of “formal” learning. For high school student Olivia Befus, however, she is adjusting to the start of her senior year while also...

Director Andrew Gonzalez shares his reflections on the completion of the 2025-2026 academic year.

Looking to make some changes in the new year? A successful kickstart includes goal setting, intentional planning, and most importantly, realistic expectations.

If you need some Christmas cookie inspiration, read on!

Counting down the days to Christmas using Advent traditions…

Every mom knows Christmas magic requires lots of planning. When you’re in a pinch, try one of these fun family activities. Any (or all!) are sure to add a festive flair to your Christmas break.

Welcome to the “Teacher Feature”! In this series, we ask Academy instructors the same five, fun questions so that you can get to know them better. Today, we are excited to highlight technology instructor, Christopher VanOosterhout.

If you're anything like me, you’ve begun to miss the long, sunny days of summer. Fall and winter bring shorter, cloudier days and longer evenings. Even with the holidays to look forward to, the bleak midwinter landscape doesn’t always inspire much cheer. Thankfully,...

Whether you are looking for Thanksgiving travel tips or Christmas vacation ideas, long holiday travel days call for books the whole family can enjoy and discuss together.

Welcome to the “Teacher Feature”! In this series, we ask Academy instructors the same five, fun questions so that you can get to know them better. Today, we are excited to highlight government instructor, Miriam McElvain.

Conversations about artificial intelligence (AI) often carry an undercurrent of awe and anxiety. As one writer recently put it: "The AGI [artificial general intelligence] race has begun. We are building machines that can think and reason. By 2025/26, these machines...

These writing hacks will help students get started, stay on track, and maybe even learn to enjoy writing in the process.

Welcome to the “Teacher Feature”! In this series, we ask Academy instructors the same five, fun questions so that you can get to know them better. Today, we are excited to highlight German instructor, Faith Cruz.

Feeling overwhelmed? Need to create some structure in your week? Try a weekly assignment plan.

Autumn is just around the corner—and then before you know it, the holidays will be here. Soak up all the cozy season fun with our fall activities bucket list.

Welcome to the “Teacher Feature”! In this series, we ask Academy instructors the same five, fun questions so that you can get to know them better. Today, we are excited to highlight math instructor, Laura Priano.

Read on for a brief history of Labor Day (and some thought-provoking discussion about the events which led to the holiday’s creation).

If our staff could return to high school for a day, we’d impart a little wisdom to our freshman selves.

Welcome to the “Teacher Feature”! In this series, we ask Academy instructors the same five, fun questions so that you can get to know them better. Today, we are excited to highlight history instructor, Cally Henrichs.

The Academy conducts an annual Student of the Year Competition. Students are nominated for the competition by their teachers. Nominated students are then required to submit a three-part application for consideration. The winner and two runners up are revealed at the Academy Showcase, an online event which occurs in April every year. We are excited to introduce you to one of our runners up, Charlotte Hauser.

Looking to create some classic summer memories? Visit an amusement park as a family. And if you’re a homeschooler, these five parks are a good place to start.

Welcome to the “Teacher Feature”! In this series, we ask Academy instructors the same five, fun questions so that you can get to know them better. Today, we are excited to highlight English instructor, Cherise Curby.

The Academy conducts an annual Student of the Year Competition. Students are nominated for the competition by their teachers. Nominated students are then required to submit a three-part application for consideration. The winner and two runners up are revealed at the Academy Showcase, an online event which occurs in April every year. We are excited to introduce you to one of our runners up, Ohlsson Skaret.

I went to public school for all 12 grades and received a good education. But now, I’m serving the homeschooling community and loving the experience.

Welcome to the “Teacher Feature”! In this series, we ask Academy instructors the same five, fun questions so that you can get to know them better. Today, we are excited to highlight Chemistry instructor, Ed Gomes.

The Academy conducts an annual Student of the Year Competition. Students are nominated for the competition by their teachers. Nominated students are then required to submit a three-part application for consideration. The winner and two runners up are revealed at the Academy Showcase, an online event which occurs in April every year. We are excited to introduce you to this year’s winner, Cody Rietema.

Summer. For some, it’s an escape from the monotony of schedules, a break from the drive of academics, and a welcomed respite from commitments. For others, it’s a season where too much is forgotten and not enough is done. Long summer days are a time to get ahead: get a...

Unsure where to begin? Read on for some quick tips (and 1 cheat code which does the work for you).

Preparing for the SAT? Don’t panic. There are plenty of free resources out there for test prep. We’ve compiled a complete list for your convenience.

Director Andrew Gonzalez shares his reflection on the completion of the 2024-2025 academic year.

Personality tests: are they just for fun or are they helpful? If you ask me, my answer would be “porque no los dos?” (“why not both?”).

As a follow-up to our guest lecture about DISC (shoutout to LaNissir James), come read about what life is like as a D on the DISC personality assessment!

Feeling overwhelmed? Read on for a quick summary of the NCAA approval process.

A brief summary on Daylight Savings Time, how it came to be, and whether we should get rid of it.

We’re past the hardest part of the year. Here’s how to make March count.

To change or not to change [back]? That is the question for Presidents Day.

Grab a cup of coffee and stay a while. We’re glad you’re here.