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Explore the Phoenix Experience

Curious how our approach works in practice?
Tap a topic below to explore the key pieces of our learner-driven education.

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Sprints
 

5-6 week learning cycles
 

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Core Skills
 

Self-paced, game-based mastery

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Quests
 

Hands-on, themed adventures

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Contracts
 

Student-made commitments

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Exhibitions
 

Showcasing the outcomes of sprints

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Socratic Discussions

Big questions, deeper thinking

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At Aspiring Phoenix, no two days look exactly the same — but every day has a rhythm that balances structure with freedom. Learners move through a mix of core skill practice, Socratic discussions, hands-on projects, and time for independent passions. Breaks for movement, play, and reflection are built in, keeping energy high and curiosity alive.

Our daily schedule is designed to give learners the space to focus deeply, collaborate with peers, and still have room to explore their own interests. It’s not about filling time — it’s about making every moment meaningful.

A Day in the Life

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A Typical Day

08:30-09:30

Parent Drop Off / Student Free Time

09:30-09:45

Morning Launch - Socratic Discussion

09:45-10:15

D.E.A.R - Drop Everything And Read

10:15-11:30

Core Skills - Master reading, writing, and math using fun, self-paced, game-based tools

11:30-12:00

Phys Ed / Art / Civ

12:00-12:30

Lunch

12:30-12:45

Afternoon Launch - Socratic Discussion

12:45-02:30

Quest Work - Hands-on, project-based activities centered around the sprint's theme

02:30-02:45

Studio Maintenance (Clean up)

02:45-03:30

Passion Project / Independent Exploration

3:30

Parent Pick up

Contact Us

The Aspiring Phoenix Foundation, 
701 Whitaker Mill Road
Joppa, MD 21085

443-601-9730
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