Entries by ascentanactonacademy

Explore Year 6. Session 3. Week 1.

This Week in the Explore Studio The Explore learners researched the history of immigration in the United States in Quest, practiced new techniques in Art, and found flow in their Work Cycles. QUEST Explorers looked to the past to create immigration infographics about the history of U.S. immigration. The Explorer learners worked in groups with […]

Explore Year 6. Session 2. Week 6.

This Week in the Explore Studio The Explore learners ended Session 2 with a sense of accomplishment, reflection, and celebration. Through service, creativity, and connection, they showcased their growth and learning. EXHIBITION OF LEARNING: E-SHIP QUEST On Thursday, Explore and Discovery entrepreneurs hosted an outdoor Trade Show. Learners presented their business ideas, complete with engaging […]

Discovery Year 6. Session 2. Week 6.

Discovery learners landed Session 2 powerfully. The Studio showcased its hard work through reflection, celebration, and an Exhibition of Learning.  EXHIBITION OF LEARNING: E-SHIP QUEST  Discovery and Explore entrepreneurs came together on Thursday to host an outdoor Trade Show. Learners presented the business ideas they developed throughout E-Ship Quest. Exhibition guests heard pitches, explored prototypes, […]

Explore Year 6. Session 2. Week 5.

This Week in the Explore Studio The Explore learners honed their entrepreneurial skills in Quest, embraced artistic flow in Art, and made strides in Writers’ Workshop. A visit to Bull Creek capped off the week with adventure and discovery!   QUEST This week, Explore entrepreneurs reviewed the essential elements of an excellent pitch as they […]

Discovery Year 6. Session 2. Week 5.

With Session 2’s Exhibition of Learning on the horizon, Discoverers focused on the future and prepared to finish strong.  QUEST In Quest, Heroes sailed to Selling Island! Discovery entrepreneurs learned about the building blocks of a perfect pitch while analyzing examples of young people pitching their products and services. After drafting, learners rehearsed their pitches […]

Discovery Year 6. Session 2. Week 4.

In Week 4, Discoverers collaborated in Work Cycle, learned about Unit Economics in E-Ship Quest, and met a guest Hero alongside Explore learners!  WORK CYCLE Discovery learners reflected on the reasons they chose to work hard at school. In discussions, learners shared reasons such as “to gain knowledge,” “to experience accomplishment,” and “to be prepared […]

Explore Year 6. Session 2. Week 4.

This Week in the Explore Studio The Explore learners started prototyping in E-Ship Quest, celebrated achievements in Work Cycles, and added paint to their canvases in Art. QUEST This week, the Explore learners dove into the world of prototyping in their E-Ship Quest! Building on their entrepreneurial skills, they brainstormed creative ideas and crafted initial […]

Discovery Year 6. Session 2. Week 3.

This week, Discovery learners sailed to Identity Island in E-ship Quest, began first drafts in Writers’ Workshop, and celebrated the fall season in Art.   QUEST Entrepreneurs in Discovery focused on the branding and advertising of their businesses during Quest this week. Heroes explored the feedback they received from potential customers before tackling challenges to create […]

Explore Year 6. Session 2. Week 3.

This Week in the Explore Studio The Explore learners journeyed to Hiring and Competition + Substitute Islands in E-Ship Quest, began drafting their persuasive essays in Writers’ Workshop, and celebrated the fall season in Art.   QUEST This week, Explorers dove into an experiment on production efficiency, comparing assembly line and individual production methods. As […]

Explore Year 6. Session 2. Week 2.

TOWN HALL The Explorers held their weekly Town Hall on Wednesday. They made announcements and shared what they perceived to be problems in the studio, then collectively agreed upon solutions to those problems. SUPPORTING SPARK On Thursday, the Explore learners joined the Spark learners to plant herbs and flowers in the Spark Courtyard. The Explorers […]