A day in the life
A day in our Studios is creativity within constraints: large blocks of time for work and play with clear but broad guardrails, equipping young people to manage their time, set goals, and track progress.
Daily Schedule
Each day is broken up into work sprints with a shared purpose or goal.
8:00 Drop-off / Free Time
8:30 Daily Launch (Socratic Discussion)
8:45 Core Skills
Goal setting, math, writing, reading, civilization discussion, "Brain Breaks" throughout
11:45 Lunch / Free Time
12:30 Quest Launch (Socratic Discussion)
12:45 Quest
Hands-on work, team-based challenges, sciences, coding, entrepreneurship, art & music, history, report on goals.
2:30 Studio Maintenance
2:45 Closing Group (Socratic Discussion)
03:00 Pick-up
The schedule is flexible to accommodate different learning needs. Students can rearrange work blocks and choose from a variety of work options based on personal goals, passions, and commitments.
"Our son is excelling in his current learning environment. He is passionate about learning and has made strong friendships."
Parent at Acton Academy
Elementary Studio
© 2025 Acton Academy Sioux Falls. All rights reserved.
Acton Sioux Falls 4426 Technology Drive, Sioux Falls, SD 57106.