About Academy of thought and industry
Academy of Thought and Industry: A Modern Montessori-Inspired Middle and High School Network
The Academy of Thought and Industry (ATI) is a modern Montessori-inspired middle and high school network that delivers a powerful education for independence. The school aims to develop curious, self-motivated adolescents who thrive in school and in life. ATI believes that every student has the potential to achieve greatness, given the right environment, tools, and guidance.
ATI's educational philosophy is based on the principles of Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and educator who developed a revolutionary approach to education in the early 20th century. Montessori believed that children learn best when they are free to explore their interests at their own pace, with guidance from trained teachers who act as facilitators rather than lecturers.
ATI takes this philosophy one step further by applying it to middle and high school students. The school recognizes that adolescence is a critical period for personal growth, intellectual development, and socialization. ATI provides an environment where students can discover their passions, develop critical thinking skills, build meaningful relationships with peers and mentors, and prepare for college or career success.
One of ATI's core values is independence. The school believes that students should be empowered to take ownership of their learning journey by setting goals, managing their time effectively, seeking feedback from teachers and peers, reflecting on their progress regularly. This approach fosters self-reliance while also promoting accountability.
Another key aspect of ATI's educational model is personalized learning. The school recognizes that every student has unique strengths, challenges interests goals preferences learning styles. Therefore each student receives individualized attention from teachers who tailor instruction assessment feedback accordingly.
ATI offers a rigorous academic program designed to prepare students for college-level work or other post-secondary options such as vocational training entrepreneurship travel service work etcetera Students take courses in core subjects such as math science English history foreign languages but also have opportunities pursue electives extracurricular activities internships community service projects research papers more.
In addition to academics ATI places great emphasis on character development leadership skills community engagement global awareness wellness creativity innovation entrepreneurship environmental stewardship social justice activism more These values are integrated into all aspects of the curriculum through experiential learning opportunities guest speakers field trips workshops seminars conferences mentorship programs peer-to-peer collaboration more
ATI operates several campuses across North America including Austin TX San Francisco CA New York NY St Louis MO Each campus features state-of-the-art facilities including classrooms labs libraries maker spaces art studios music rooms athletic fields gardens outdoor spaces more All campuses are staffed by highly qualified experienced educators who share ATI's vision mission values
If you're looking for a modern innovative middle or high school experience where your child can thrive academically personally socially then consider Academy Thought Industry Contact us today schedule tour meet our team learn about admissions process scholarships financial aid options more We look forward hearing from you!