ABOUT US
Lyndie Metz
OUR STORY
Hello and welcome to the story of how our school began!
My husband and I are co-founders of Acton Academy at Fall Creek, and the faces you see here represent the primary reason for this endeavor.
In 2002, with a completed college degree and the belief that I could change the world one child at a time, I began my career in education. What started out as a teaching job really was the beginning of a lifetime of devotion to the profession of making school the best possible scenario for each student that crossed my path. It wasn’t until ten years later, when I had my own child, that I would begin to question the shifts in education and if that was what was best for everyone.
You see, up until that point, I was working within the parameters I was given, trying to make the most of the standards, and the school day, and the tests, and all of the rest. To date, I have taught all grades one through five as a classroom teacher. I have taught kindergarten through fifth grade as an intervention teacher. I have coached teachers in kindergarten through eighth grade as an educational consultant. I believe that teachers are the most passionate people on the planet. And I fully support each one, no matter where he or she may be teaching at this present time.
Over the last decade, I have had a front row seat to changing priorities in the educational world. I have seen curriculum for second graders pushed down to kindergarten babies. I have witnessed little tiny hands operate an online benchmark assessment better than most adults ever could. I have seen the love of teaching vanish before my eyes because “we have to cover all of these standards.”
At Acton Academy, we do care about what your children KNOW, but more importantly, we care about who your children ARE and what they can DO. We believe that all children are heroes on a journey, that they each have a unique calling, and we are committed to helping them find it. Not only a calling, but one that will change the world.
Are you ready to embark on this journey with us?
OUR COMMUNITY CAMPUS
PENDLETON, INDIANA
Our community school exists in the heart of historic downtown Pendleton, Indiana.
Purposefully positioned just a short 20-25 minute drive from Fishers, Noblesville, and Greenfield, and just up the road from McCordsville and Fortville, Acton Academy at Fall Creek offers more than just academic excellence; it’s an invitation to become part of a close-knit community with deep roots in Madison County history.
Our school is strategically positioned in a community that boasts walkable streets and easy access to public greenspaces and natural areas. These attributes seamlessly align with our school’s persona – a boutique institution with a quaint, small-town feel, offering a personal touch to each learner’s educational journey.
Beyond offering an exceptional education, Acton Academy at Fall Creek takes pride in its proximity to Falls Park, situated just across the street.
The falls on Fall Creek have been at the center of Pendleton’s identity for almost two centuries, and the 284 acre Falls Park is the proof.
Our campus is directly adjacent to a brand new state of the art playground, an expansive area with wooded nature trails, a swimming pool, soccer and baseball fields, paved walking/running paths, community buildings, a historical museum, and more. Our academy’s location isn’t just convenient; it’s immersed in the rich history, heritage, and natural beauty that defines Pendleton.
By joining Acton Academy at Fall Creek, you’re not just enrolling in a school; you’re becoming part of a community that values history, nature, and the shared experience of Falls Park – all just steps away from our campus.
Embrace the unique opportunity to be part of something truly special in downtown Pendleton.
OUR CORE VALUES
We believe every child is a genius with gifts that can change the world in a profound way.
We believe in a closely connected family of lifelong learners.
We believe in learning by knowing. More importantly, we believe in learning to do, learning to be, and learning to learn.
We believe in economic, religious, and political freedom.
MORE THAN JUST ACADEMICS
Your child will develop traits for lifelong success including:
- Thinking critically and independently.
- Embracing challenges.
- Taking responsibility.
- Having grit and resilience.
- Learning from our mistakes and failures.
- Strengthening their character.
- Possessing a growth mindset.
REAL LIFE SKILLS
Your child will be prepared for life by:
- Working independently and in small, collaborative groups.
- Developing and launching a startup business.
- Developing and signing contracts to govern their commitments to each other.
- Working as an apprentice at a local company.
- Engaging in hands-on projects where they build, grow, design, and more.
Have a general question?
Let’s build something together.
GIVING
Acton Academy at Fall Creek is a non-profit that runs lean to help keep tuition costs as low as possible. Donations are an essential piece of the equation.
Achieving our mission (to inspire everyone who enters our doors to find a calling that will change the world) is made possible through the generous donations of our parents, staff, and the broader community.
Contributions support the school’s operations, enable us to provide support for faculty development and tuition assistance for families in need, and ensure that we continue to provide the breadth of our educational opportunities.
Acton Academy at Fall Creek is a non-profit 501(c)(3) and all donations are tax deductible.
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