Branching Out

You searched something similar to “How to start homeschooling in Virginia” and you landed here. Congratulations, you are in the right place! Here is exactly what to do if you … Read More

By Lisa Gentile, Instructor, Story of the Middle Ages During most live sessions in our Story of the Middle Ages class, we review the weekly readings and take a deeper … Read More

State language requirements are the bane of many home school students. And because so few home school families already have a second language they speak at home, they turn to … Read More

“What on earth happened in Richmond with this fire that was international news back in 1811 and 1812?” This wasn’t a line from a historical drama, but a genuine question … Read More

At the Well-Trained Mind Academy, we believe in exposing our students to diverse perspectives and real-world wisdom. That’s why we regularly invite guest speakers to share their unique journeys. Recently, … Read More

Our Well-Trained Mind Academy community enjoyed a gorgeous first day of Spring Break together at Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello in Charlottesville, Virginia. We had families join us from Virginia and nearby … Read More

Have you ever wondered how your phone stays charged, how self-driving cars navigate traffic, or how skyscrapers withstand strong winds? Engineers make all of this possible, using their expertise to … Read More

What if unlocking your full potential was as simple as understanding how you’re wired to succeed? What if a hidden “superpower” was waiting to be tapped? Workplace culture expert and … Read More

Dr. Vivian Bea, an Assistant Professor of Surgery at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medicine and Section Chief of Breast Surgical Oncology at New York Presbyterian-Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, spoke to students … Read More

Abigail Goggin’s love for Spanish began at an early age, when she attended an immersive preschool program. Now a high school student in the Class Cohort Program at the Well-Trained … Read More