What if children are far more capable than we imagine?

The Source Academy is an innovative Pre-K through 8th grade school that launched in 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

"I am confident that any randomly-selected ten-year-old from The would have succeeded instantly where at least some MIT graduates failed."

Matt Greenfield, Rethink Education

"The most amazing outcome at The is that young heroes there are genuinely enthralled with learning. Simply said, they LOVE school."

Heather Staker, Ready to Blend

"The Source Academy is one of the most important education developments in the world."

Tom Vander Ark, CEO of Getting Smart

"This is the kind of school I wished I had as a kid, to grow up super entrepreneurial."

Gary Vaynerchuk, Entrepreneur

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What makes The Source Academy different?

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Helping learners develop responsibility, independence, and self-directed learning skills.

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Deep integration of Socratic discussions, real-world projects, and exhibitions of learning.

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Earning points for effort and badges for mastery.

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A growing community approach that values meaningful relationships and collaboration beyond the classroom.

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Using the latest technology to master reading, writing, and math.

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On a Hero's Journey, with challenges, adventures, fellow travelers, and guides.

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A strong connection with nature, promoting outdoor play and activities that foster direct contact with the natural environment

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Leadership and culture as the primary differentiators, rather than programs or facilities.

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Learner-driven communities run by heroes-in-the-making

Self-management and self-governance are celebrated daily by learners who use 21st Century skills to tackle real world projects, inspired by classic heroes in a tightly bound community with extremely high standards.

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The Hero's Journey

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A remarkable book that captures the powerful journeys of The Source Academy's founders, students, parent community, and — I hope — the future of education around the globe. Any school, whether traditional or innovative, will gain insights from this magical place.

Ted Dintersmith

Education Author, Film Producer, and Philanthropist.