From Our Community, For Our Community

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    Professionally-Led Workshops

    We regularly invite professionals to share their passions with our learners. Some are parents in our community, and others are invited based on learner interests, such as video game designers, archaeologists, language instructors, or dance teachers. We also connect with scientists around the world online. These experiences help learners explore real-world possibilities and spark new interests.

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    Facilitator-Led Presentations

    Our facilitators offer enriching experiences from math circles and grammar lessons to hands-on science experiments using the scientific method, as well as theatre and arts and crafts. These activities help build foundational skills in fun, engaging ways.

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    Student-Led Presentations

    At Ad Astra, students are encouraged to take the lead. Whether it's a deep dive into WWII, a breakdown of AI, a favorite video game, or a presentation on how to make home-made macaroni and cheese, learners get to teach others what excites them — building confidence, leadership, and communication skills.