HI, I'm Jeremy Molley
Founder at Hero's Journey Academy
Thank you for your interest in Hero's Journey Academy! Let us know where to send the Info Kit, and we'll be happy to send it to you right away.
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Founder at Hero's Journey Academy
Thank you for your interest in Hero's Journey Academy! Let us know where to send the Info Kit, and we'll be happy to send it to you right away.
When we first discovered this unique blend of homeschool, Montessori, and entrepreneurial spirit — we had tons of questions too.
Below you’ll find answers to some of the most common FAQs. And if you’re still wondering if this is the right fit, the best next step is to request an info kit and schedule a tour. We’d love to show you what makes Hero’s Journey Academy so different.
We currently serve learners ages 5-11, which generally includes Kindergarten through 5th grade. As our founding heroes grow, we'll continue expanding - adding middle school, and eventually high school, one year at a time.
Our Montessori and Elementary studios are well established, and we're intentionally growing our Middle School studio with great care - ensuring quality, culture, and alignment every step of the way. We've found that learners who begin their journey early - especially those coming from Montessori, unschooling, homeschooling, or child-directed backgrounds - tend to thrive most in our environment.
Learners coming from traditional schools may need time to unlearn old habits and reclaim their love of learning, which is why early entry and family alignment matter so much to long-term success.
Hero's Journey Academy is part of the global Acton Academy network - a movement of over 300 learner-driven schools around the world. We follow the same powerful Learning Design and educational model pioneered at the original Acton Academy in Austin, Texas. As a fully accredited member of the network, we share a commitment to self-paced learning, real-world projects, and empowering young people to find their unique calling through the Hero's Journey framework.
Tuition for the 2023-2024 school year is $6,299 annually, with flexible payment options:
There's a non-refundable registration deposit of $299 per learner, or $500 per family.
We offer a 10% sibling discount for each additional child. We do not require fundraising, selling chocolate, or working school events. 😉
Tuition and registration cover all materials and fees - with the exception of the occasional field trip (averaging around $15).
At this time, we do not offer scholarships or financial aid, and tuition is adjusted annually for inflation.
The enrollment process begins with a tour and submitting an application. After the tour, if it feels like a good fit for both the family and the school, we move forward with an interview and offer a trial period.
This trial allows both the family and the school to ensure Hero's Journey Academy is the right environment for the learner.
We are not trained or equipped to serve children with serious learning disabilities. However, we do welcome learners who may have challenges like dyslexia or other mild differences, provided they are able to work independently and engage with our learner-driven model.
Hero's Journey Academy encourages exploration and independent learning, but we leave the teaching of specific doctrines up to individual families.
We welcome children and families of all faiths, and while learners explore the importance of various religions throughout history, we do not promote any single religious view. Our focus is on developing character, critical thinking, and a sense of purpose that transcends any specific belief system.
Because the hero's journey is about discovering your path, not following a prescribed one.
Hero's Journey Academy isn't a typical school - it's a learner-driven adventure.
We don't follow a one-size-fits-all curriculum. Instead, we guide each learner through the Hero's Journey framework, focusing on:
Here, learners don't just memorize facts for tests - they actively engage in their journey to build resilience, creativity, and leadership.
Because the hero's journey isn't about fitting in - it's about finding and owning your path.
The Hero's Journey is the universal path of self-discovery, growth, and transformation.
It's the story found in myths, legends, and modern movies - and the framework we use to guide learners on their own journeys. Through this process, learners face challenges, build character, and find their purpose.
Because every hero's journey begins with courage and purpose.
An independent learner takes ownership of their journey.
They can:
At Hero's Journey Academy, we don't just teach - we equip learners to chart their own course and face challenges head-on.
Because the true power of learning isn't in the answers - it's in the questions and the courage to find them.
Our school year runs on a 10-month calendar, typically aligned with the Ascension Parish public school schedule.
Nope - and that's intentional.
At Hero's Journey Academy, learners aren't grouped by age or grade level. They work in mixed-age studios, where younger heroes learn from older ones, and older heroes grow by mentoring those behind them.
This mirrors real life - where collaboration, leadership, and community rarely happen in neatly divided age brackets.
Each learner still follows a personalized path with their own academic goals - but they're surrounded by a diverse tribe of peers who challenge, support, and grow together.
Because the journey isn't a race - it's a shared adventure.
At Hero's Journey Academy, success isn't measured by grades - it's measured by mastery.
Learners demonstrate their growth through:
Success is about being able to apply knowledge in real life, not just memorizing facts.
Because the true measure of success is in growth, not grades.
At Hero's Journey Academy, learners don't move on just because the calendar says so - they move on when they've mastered the material.
Using a blend of adaptive technology and hands-on learning, we place learners according to ability, not age or grade level. That means a child struggling with fractions doesn't get left behind… and a learner ready for algebra doesn't have to wait.
Every learner sets personal goals, tracks their own progress, and moves forward only after demonstrating mastery of the content - not just earning a grade or hitting 80%. Mastery means 100%.
This approach eliminates learning gaps, builds confidence, and fosters lifelong habits of curiosity, persistence, and independence.
Because the goal isn't to stay on pace with a system - it's to move forward with purpose.
At Hero’s Journey Academy, we don’t rely on grades and worksheets to prove learning — we let the work speak for itself.
Learners demonstrate progress through:
Parents stay in the loop through our JourneyTracker platform and school app, where they can view progress in real time.
For those coming from a more traditional background, we do offer the Iowa Test once a year — and yes, most of our learners score 1–2 grade levels ahead of the national average. But that’s not our goal.
Our goal is to raise heroes who can think, create, and lead.
We don’t celebrate test scores.
We celebrate courage, mastery, effort, and real-world impact.
At Hero’s Journey Academy, we don’t just teach our young heroes the value of healthy food — we live it.
Each learner brings their own nutritious lunch to school, with access to a full kitchen to prepare and enjoy it. We encourage learners to make thoughtful food choices, but we also provide a healthy snack store stocked with organic, wholesome options. Candy is saved for Fridays, because heroes need the right fuel for their journey every day of the week.
While we aren’t a peanut-free facility, we ensure that food is not shared due to potential allergies, encouraging learners to respect each other’s needs.
Because the strength of a hero’s journey begins with how they fuel themselves for the adventure ahead.
We don’t offer traditional school sports teams — but our learners are far from sedentary.
Hero’s Journey Academy is deeply committed to physical health, movement, and real-world adventure. Our learners take part in a wide range of physical activities throughout the year, including:
Many of our learners also participate in our afterschool sports program or evening martial arts classes, which emphasize skill-building, sportsmanship, and fun.
Because a hero’s journey requires strength, inside and out.
To learn more about Hero’s Journey Academy and see if it’s the right fit for your child, simply request an info kit or schedule a tour.
We’ll walk you through our model, philosophy, and answer any questions you have, ensuring you have everything you need to make an informed decision.
