Reflection On Academy Charter School

I attended Academy Charter School from kindergarten through 8th grade, and I learned so much in my time there. However, ACS did not only teach me about math, history and literature. It also taught me how to be a lifelong learner. The teachers at ACS made learning such a fun and exciting thing, that instead of it being a chore, it was a fun project. This instilled a deep desire to always know more about things, that has lasted through my years in high school as well. I don’t just want to read a story, I want to make connections, look up the history behind it, and ask my teacher for more information. History is not just about learning dates and events, but it is a story with characters and backgrounds. Thanks to my time at ACS, I have grown to

It is also important to be able to aquire new skills, and refine old ones. During my time at Academy Charter School, I began enjoying theater for the first time. I remember, as a little elementary schooler, watching the middle schoolers perform revamped versions of Shakespeare, exciting dance routines in the talent show, and their own, personal skits. Watching all these exciting performances ignited a flame of excitment as I began dreaming about my chance to perform in middle school. Once that time came, I was able to participate in a variety of performing arts that not only taught me so many useful skills, but set me on a path for what extracurricular events I could participate in during high school. Since my time as ACS, I have participated in every show ever done at my school, as well as every theater class offered, and concert choir. Another way ACS instilled lifelong learning in me was by offering a variety of electives to take through the years. Through my 9 years there, I participated in music, physical education, art, scrapbooking, Spanish class, as well as theater, so I was exposed to many different opportunities. Even if gym class is not my strong suit, I at least got to try something new and exciting, and even if I am not the greatest artist, I learned many different techniques. ACS encouraged me to try new things, and challenge myself to become a well-rounded