Instead of homework, badges for mastery.
Instead of classrooms, multi-age learning studios.
Instead of lectures, deep Socratic discussions.
Instead of teachers, Guides who use Socratic questions to produce critical thinking.
Instead of grades, self-paced learning.
Instead of students, heroes on a hero’s journey.
We are reimagining education!
Sparks Studio ages 4-5
Discovery Studio ages 6-11
Middle School Studio launching 2028
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If you want a school where your kids are sitting at a desk, facing forward, with still hands and feet all day this school isn’t for you. But if you want a school that focuses on what your children’s strengths are, and allows them to grow in those strengths, if you want a learning environment that focuses on retention of concepts and not highly scheduled units… I really encourage you to take a closer look at this school.
-Sparks Mom
We promise, through Socratic guiding and experiential learning, to encourage our students to…
Begin a Hero’s Journey
Discover their most precious gifts and dedication it takes to develop real talent
Become curious, independent, life-long learners
Embrace the forging of character
Cherish the arts, physical world and the mysteries of life
Treasure economic, political, and religious freedom
“This school has not always been easy as a parent. I’ve had to watch my learner struggle through challenges, face uncomfortable situations, and feel the effects of failure. BUT, as a result, I’ve also seen my learner grow more confident in their opinions and beliefs, take ownership of their failures, learn to listen to others, and grow as a leader.”
-Elementary Parent
Our Educational Philosophy:
We believe clear thinking leads to good decisions, good decisions lead to right habits, the right habits forge character, and character determines destiny.
Learning at Courage Academy
Learn to Learn:
Deep Socratic discussions to build critical thinking, self confidence and communication skills.
Learn to Do:
Hands-on Quests in Science, Arts and Entrepreneurship to master skills needed to solve real-world challenges.
Learn to Be:
The Hero’s Journey, relational covenants and real-world consequences that build virtuous habits.
With around 300 campuses worldwide, our learner-driven model believes every person is a Hero who deserves to find a calling that will change the world.
What makes courage academy different?
01 Learners working at their own pace
02 Collaborating on real-world projects to prepare them for skills needed to solve problems in the real world
03 Earning points for effort and badges for mastery
04 Written promises and covenants that form a tightly bound tribe of friendships
05 Using the latest technology for mastery of reading, writing and math
06 On a Hero’s Journey with challenges, adventures, fellow travelers and guides
Our Economic Model:
We believe in peer-to-peer, self-directed and learner-driven communities built by our young Heroes that will transform learning at a cost all parents can afford.
Complete your audition in 3 Simple Steps!
Step One: Apply and take a short quiz.
Step Two: Complete your research and submit your formal entry.
Step Three: Take your tour at Courage Academy and await your audition results!
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WHY WE STARTED A SCHOOL
Once upon a time we became the proud parents of twin boys. As they grew we began to dream of an education that would nurture their self-confidence, agency and bold spirits. When we toured an Acton academy in Denver we saw a light in the young Heroes’ eyes unlike we had ever seen before. From that moment we knew we wanted this adventure for our sons and for our city for families looking for an alternative. We are proud to offer the very first Acton Academy affiliate in Colorado Springs!
Courage Academy
4965 Barnes Rd Colorado Springs, CO 80917
The Well Covenant Church
klewis@courageacademyco.com
719-728-8481
Hours
Monday—Thursday
8am — 3pm
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