First Day: September 8, 2026 | Chappell Hill, TX

Where Faith Meets
the Joy of Learning

A Christ-centered, learner-driven school where every child discovers their God-given calling through the adventure of education.

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Raising Lifelong Learners
Who Change the World

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Learning to Learn

Mastering the tools of critical thinking, reading, writing, and mathematics through self-paced, mastery-based progression.

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Learning to Do

Real-world projects, apprenticeships, and hands-on quests that build competence and confidence for life beyond the studio.

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Learning to Be

Character formation rooted in Scripture. Developing integrity, courage, and servant leadership grounded in faith.

"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do."

— Ephesians 2:10

Providence Academy exists to equip young people with the knowledge, character, and faith to discover their unique calling and serve the world with excellence. We believe every child is created with purpose, and education should be the adventure of uncovering it.

We believe each person has a gift that can change the world in a profound way.
We believe in learning to learn, learning to do, and learning to be.
We believe in a closely connected family of lifelong learners.
We believe in economic, political, and religious freedom.

Our Educational Philosophy

We believe clear thinking leads to good decisions, good decisions lead to the right habits, the right habits forge character, and character determines destiny.

Our Economic Model

We believe self-directed, peer-to-peer learner-driven communities built by our young Heroes will deliver transformational learning at a cost all parents can afford.

Acton Academy

Providence Academy: An Acton Academy

We are proud to be part of the Acton Academy network — a global community of learner-driven schools founded on the belief that every child has genius. With 300+ campuses across 30 countries and a 9-out-of-10 family satisfaction rating, the Acton model has proven that when learners take ownership of their education, extraordinary things happen.

300+ Campuses Worldwide
30 Countries
42 U.S. States
9/10 Family Satisfaction
Learn More About Acton Academy

A Covenant With Every Family

At Providence Academy, promises are the foundation of our community. Every learner, parent, and guide makes commitments that shape our culture.

Our Promises to Every Learner

We promise, through Socratic guiding and experiential learning, to encourage each member of our community to:

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Begin a Hero's Journey

Every child is created with unique gifts and a calling to discover. Through real-world challenges, Socratic discussions, and personal goal-setting, learners build the courage and perseverance to take ownership of their journey.

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Become a Curious, Independent, Lifelong Learner

Learners take charge of their education by asking questions, solving problems, and following their curiosity. They set goals, track progress, and push themselves to master new skills.

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Develop a Deep Respect for Economic, Political, and Religious Freedoms

Learners don't just study freedom — they experience it. They make real choices about how to spend their time, contribute to their community, and govern themselves. They learn that freedom comes with responsibility and see firsthand how their actions impact others in a civil society.

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Cherish the Arts, Wonders of the Physical World, and the Mysteries of Life on Earth

A deep appreciation for beauty, creativity, and the unknown enriches life. Through art, nature, stories, and scientific exploration, learners cultivate a sense of wonder, deepen connection, and foster a lifelong love of learning.

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Discover Your Most Precious Gifts and Learn to Use Them to Serve Others

Every learner has unique gifts and interests. Through real-world challenges, apprenticeships, and meaningful work, learners discover who they are and how they can use their gifts to serve others in a way that brings them joy.

Learner Promises

Work Hard and Play Hard

Give your best effort and celebrate life with joy, curiosity, and fun.

Make Courageous Choices

Step outside your comfort zone, face challenges with courage, and stand for what is right.

Keep Promises and Take Responsibility

Own your mistakes and accept natural consequences — growing stronger with each experience.

Parent Promises

Choose a Hero's Journey for Yourself

Embrace challenges, learn from failure, and show your children that growth is a lifelong adventure.

Embrace Learner-Driven Education

Trust your child to take ownership. See character and habits as the foundation of learning.

Allow Your Child to Fail Early and Often

Resist the urge to rescue. Trust the studio environment and see your child as a hero capable of courageous action.

Celebrate Progress at Home

Recognize effort, remove distractions, establish clear boundaries, and foster deep work and creativity.

Not Your Typical School

We combine the rigor of classical learning with the freedom of a learner-driven model — all anchored in Christian faith.

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Socratic Discussions

No lectures. Guides lead thought-provoking discussions that inspire learners to think deeply, ask hard questions, and form their own convictions.

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No Homework

Learning happens at school. Evenings are for family, play, church, and rest — the way it should be.

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Project-Based Quests

Multi-week challenges that solve real problems. Learners build, create, and present — developing skills no textbook can teach.

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Mixed-Age Studios

Older learners mentor younger ones. Younger learners aspire upward. Everyone grows in leadership and humility.

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Character Formation

The Hero's Journey framework guides each child through challenges that build grit, integrity, and a heart for service.

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Faith Integration

Christ is the foundation. Scripture, prayer, and biblical worldview are woven naturally into every aspect of the learning journey.

Beyond the Studio

🏈 Sports via Brenham Leagues 🐄 4-H / FFA Partnerships 🏆 Beta Club 🎨 Arts & Creativity 🌿 Outdoor Learning

What a Typical Day Looks Like

Every day is an adventure. Here's the rhythm of learning at Providence Academy.

8:00 AM

Arrival & Settling In

Warm welcomes, morning routines, and preparation for the day ahead.

8:45 AM

Launch & Socratic Discussion

The day begins with an inspiring story, a challenging question, or a moral dilemma that sparks deep thinking and lively discussion.

9:00 AM

Core Skills

Self-paced mastery of reading, writing, and math using proven adaptive tools. Each learner works at their own level and pace.

12:00 PM

Lunch & Outdoor Play

Refueling body and spirit. Unstructured play, fresh air, and fellowship on our beautiful rural campus.

1:00 PM

Quests & Projects

Hands-on, project-based challenges that bring learning to life. Science experiments, community service, creative arts, and more.

3:00 PM

Dismissal

Reflection, gratitude, and heading home — with no homework to worry about. Evenings are for family.

Begin Your Family's Journey

Admission to Providence Academy begins with a family interview. We want to get to know your family and make sure we're the right fit for each other.

How It Works

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Schedule an Interview

Fill out the form and we'll reach out to schedule a conversation with your family.

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Family Interview & Campus Tour

Visit our campus, meet the guides, and have an honest conversation about whether Providence Academy is the right fit.

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Acceptance

If we're a match, we'll invite your family to join our community and send you an enrollment link.

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Enroll & Sign the Parent Contract

Complete your enrollment, sign the Parent-Owner Contract, and pay the enrollment fee. Welcome to the family.

Schedule a Family Interview

Our Campus

Providence Academy

7393 Chadwick Hogan Rd
Chappell Hill, TX 77426

Get in Touch

📧 jl@jklusk.com

📱 (214) 226-6657

School Hours

Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

How We Hold Ourselves Accountable

These commitments guide how we operate, ensuring we stay true to our mission and continue to improve.

Boundaries

"You have a great deal of freedom, as long as you stay between these lines."

  1. Momentary failures and real-world consequences are a natural part of 21st-century learning, but shame is not. It is never acceptable to intentionally shame a young Hero, parent, or Guide, or expose them to serious harm.
  2. Teaching by lecturing or issuing instructions is not acceptable. A Guide's role is to model behavior that leads to self-directed learning.
  3. Guides do not assign grades or rank learners but simply ask: "Is that the best you can do?" and invite a learner to try again if the answer is "no."
  4. Guides never nag, nudge or use passive aggressive behavior to try and influence the choice of a learner.
  5. All communications with parents must be transparent to the community so the responsibility for excellence and growth ultimately remains with young heroes and parents.

How We Measure Progress

"These are the numbers you need to hit to be rewarded."

  1. We track how quickly freedom and responsibility for leading a studio can be transferred to learner leaders.
  2. We judge our progress through objective, anonymous surveys open to our entire community that show how well we are delivering on our promises.
  3. We measure the cost per young hero transformed to see how peer-to-peer learning can drive down costs.

Our Commitment to Guides

"You are important as an individual. You deserve to be nurtured and coached to reach your full potential."

We collect and share examples, testimonials, and experiments so each Guide has the tools, skills, and character required to succeed.