Show The World What You Can Do
Show The World What You Can Do
A PRE K-12 PRIVATE SCHOOL IN PONTOTOC, MISSISSIPPI WHERE LEARNERS BECOME LEADERS
More than ever, parents in Pontotoc, Mississippi are looking for alternative, independent - private school options to provide the best education for their children. From our Montessori based Kindergarten to High School apprenticeships, we are reimagining 21st century education.
Our Micro-School exists to empower character-filled human beings for life. Our graduates will be the leaders our country needs to help America finally live up to her ideals, allowing Freedom of Religion and Individual Liberties to live on for future generations, and have personal responsibility return to the home, the workforce, and society as a whole.
We offer a truly unique approach to school. We move beyond the traditional tools of lectures, homework, high-stakes tests, and grades. At our top-rated micro school, students pre K-12 learn in collaborative classrooms of multi-age learners. Our flexible approach challenges each student with their differentiated learning plan and inspires them through real-world projects.
SEATS AVAILABLE FOR FALL 2023 BY AGE GROUP
Sparks
0
Ages 4.5 - 7
Discovery
0
Ages 7 - 9
Odyssey
2
Ages 9 - 12
Adventure
0
Ages 12 - 14
Launchpad
1
Ages 15 - 17
*We encourage all families to still go through the audition process if you are interested in Acton as we have seats open from time to time as learners level up in their studios or move away.
WE BELIEVE SCHOOL SHOULD BE FUN AND EXCITING
FOR PARENTS
Rest easy as you see your child thrive in a balanced, self-paced education.
FOR CHILDREN
Find true joy in learning and become empowered for life.
LEARNERS FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS THRIVE AT ACTON
MONTESSORI
PRIVATE SCHOOL
PUBLIC SCHOOL
MIRCOSCHOOL
HOMESCHOOL
NON-TRADITIONAL
WHAT MAKES ACTON DIFFERENT?
A Growth Mindset
Learning From Our Mistakes and Failures
Self-Paced, Student Led Learning
Mixed-Age Classrooms
Building Real Life Skills
Developing Personal Virtues
The Power of Apprenticeships & Entrepreneurship
Embracing Challenges
Honing Critical Thinking Skills
AT ACTON, THERE IS NO HOMEWORK.
No homework, tests, teacher-led lectures or one-size-fits-all approach.
OUR PROMISE TO YOUR CHILD
Learn to be curious, independent, lifelong learner
Develop a deep respect for economic, political and religious freedoms
Cherish the arts, wonders of the physical world and the mysteries of life on Earth
Discover their most precious gifts and learn to use them to solve difficult problems
Find their unique world-changing calling
OUR STUDENTS LOVE TO GET OUTSIDE!
We get outside. We look for opportunities to take our learning out of the classroom and in to the fresh air. We aren't afraid to get dirty while we learn through play. Our youngest earners spend 1.5-3 hours outside a day and our elementary studios average 1-1.5 hours!
SEE WHY FAMILIES LIKE YOURS CHOOSE ACTON IVY GREENE!
We are Ivy Greene's Top Rated School on Google with 20+ 5-Star Reviews!
"I have often thought about how I want my children to be strong in the core skills of reading, writing, and math. Beyond that and more importantly, my greatest hope for them is to discover their gifts, be self-directed learners, and, simply, become good, kind people—which is the focus at Acton Academy!!! Acton students do not spend a lot of time doing worksheets, hearing lectures, and taking tests on information that can be found on Google. Instead, the work my children are doing is relevant to the 21st century and to their own interests and goals. My children are thriving because they are developing the commitment and discipline it takes to develop their unique strengths so that they can have a positive impact on the world around them. I can not recommend Acton Academy highly enough!!!."
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Mandy Callister
"This model of education has been a dream come true for our family. My boys, ages 7 and 9, absolutely love going to school and happily get everything ready on their own and wait by the door so that we can get there early every day! They come home happy and excited about accomplishing their goals and our dinner conversations are filled with non-stop talking about their tribe, their projects, moral dilemmas they have encountered and debated. Every family movie now includes a discussion about heroic attitudes and actions, and I’ve heard them confront each other with warm-hearted and tough-minded talk such as, “That sounds like a victim response. How can you be a hero in this situation?” Your children will grow and be transformed at Ivy Greene!.."
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Jessica Gile
"Amazing school. My daughter learned a lot and she love going to school everyday. Staff are so friendly and wonderful to the kids."
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Jang Jang Aron
OUR STUDENTS BUILD SMALL BUSINESSES FROM THE GROUND UP.
Watch the video to learn about our Ivy Greene Children's Business Fair!
Meet the Founder | Donna Akers
We always hoped our kids’ education would set them up for their life’s journey equipping them with real-world skills and good values.
When our kids experienced traditional school, our goal was they’d have a learning experience that was inspiring and relevant. We hoped they’d be fully equipped with the real-world skills and good character they’d need to pursue a meaningful life.
Well…that didn’t happen. Instead of learning the stuff that really matters, our kids were left feeling frustrated by the experience. All of us were left believing there had to be a better way to do school.
That’s why we started Ivy Greene : An Acton Academy in 2020.
Our dream was to create an environment where meaningful skills are taught through real-world scenarios. Where good character gets rewarded, and where developing a problem-solving mindset is the goal instead of an afterthought.
Our dream of helping our children succeed in a school setting has grown from 14 students to 43 learners.
If you want to see Acton in action, please book a tour. We look forward to meeting you!
395 Highway 9 South, Pontotoc, MS, United States, Mississippi
+1 662-419-3014