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Enhancing the Speed and Depth of Learning

Lipscomb Academy is excited to launch Accelerate, an innovative program designed for students eager to maximize their learning potential.

Based on the 2-Hour Learning Model, Accelerate uses adaptive technology to personalize learning and allows students to complete core academics efficiently, typically in about two hours each day. Afternoons are reserved for real-world, hands-on, project-based learning experiences that bring education to life.

LEARNING THAT REFLECTS OUR VALUES

The program is open to a select group of 6th–8th grade students who will follow the standard school schedule from 7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Each afternoon, students will take part in interactive workshops designed around Lipscomb Academy’s Portrait of a Graduate traits: Christ-Like, Effective Communicator, Academically Prepared, Empathetic, and Critical Thinker.

Who is Lipscomb Academy's Accelerate program for?

Lipscomb Academy’s Accelerate program is for motivated 6th–8th grade students who are eager to learn at a faster pace, work independently, and engage in hands-on, real-world projects each afternoon.

Will I have the opportunities available to all Lipscomb students?

Yes, Accelerate students will have access to all the opportunities available to Lipscomb Academy students, including chapel, lunch, and after-school extracurricular activities.

What does a typical school day look like for an Accelerate student?

A typical Accelerate day runs from 7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with core academics completed in two hours each morning. Afternoons are spent in hands-on, project-based learning, along with chapel, lunch, and extracurriculars.

FAQs

Please read the information below and reach out to us if you have any questions.