As parents, we all want what is best for our children and a good education is high on the priority list.   Since “education” is so important, how should it be defined?  How do we know if we are giving our children a good education?   If they are getting good grades and not getting in trouble, … Read More How do we know our children are getting a good education?

There is something deep within our human essence that calls us to seek a life of significance and purpose.   This yearning can easily be crushed by the day to day tasks of raising a family, paying the bills, or the voices in our head that tell us we aren’t good enough.  The voices in our … Read More Find a story worth living.

Acton Academy Las Cruces is excited to announce its first annual Children’s Writing Contest.  Grand prize is $150, second prize is $100, and third prize is $50. Contest Rules: Stories must be submitted by July 1, 2016 Entries must be typed and in English. Maximum story length is 1000 words. Contest is open to all children … Read More Children’s Writing Contest

As parents we have a great influence on our children.   But perhaps not in the way or to the extent we commonly believe. In No Two Alike and The Nurture Assumption, author Judith Rich Harris use dozens of peer reviewed scientific human development studies on identical twins and siblings to make two points: 1. Approximately 50% … Read More Parental Influence

WHAT IS MONTESSORI? The Montessori method of teaching aims for the fullest possible development of the whole child, ultimately preparing him for life’s many rich experiences. Complemented by her training in medicine, psychology and anthropology, Dr. Maria Montessori (1870 – 1952) developed her philosophy of education based upon actual observations of children. Children pass through … Read More Acton Academy Offers Montessori Style Education for K-2 grade