Why Authentic Rigor Beats the School Grind
We have been conditioned to associate academic rigor with a heavy dose of stress. For generations, the formula for a “tough” school has rarely changed: pile on the homework, enforce silent high-stakes testing, and let a strict grading curve decide who makes the cut. If a student is overwhelmed and a few fall behind, we […]
Seeing is Believing: How a Campus Tour Changed Everything
What happens when you take away the traditional rows of desks and the “sit and get” style of lecturing? For many, the mental image is one of chaos. But for Delisa Morales, the new Elementary Academic Dean at Anne Frank Inspire Academy, her first walk through the campus revealed something entirely different: a profound sense […]
The Coaching Mindset: Reframing Mistakes
If you grew up in a traditional school system, you likely learned a very specific rule early on: mistakes are bad. Whether it was a failing grade on a math test or a trip to the principal’s office for acting out, a mistake was treated as a flaw — a problem that needed immediate, punitive […]
Finding Joy in the Hard Spaces: The Heart of the BRAINATION Expansion
Welcome new campuses in Fort Worth, Levelland, Post, San Angelo, and Wichita Falls. Here at BRAINATION, our mission to reimagine and transform global learning is a commitment that demands action. As we look ahead to the 2026-27 school year, we are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in that ongoing mission: BRAINATION is expanding by […]
At Anne Frank Inspire Academy, Students Reach Self-Mastery Through Self-Management
This article has been republished from The Learning Ledger. Across San Antonio, families searching for something different—something delightfully out-of-the-box—often stumble upon Anne Frank Inspire Academy and discover what feels like an educational hidden gem. With just over 540 K–12 students across two campuses, the school has quietly built a model where curiosity is not an add-on […]
“Empowered” Hosted by Meg Ryan Features BRAINATION & Inspire Academies
We are thrilled to share that BRAINATION and Inspire Academies are being featured on “Empowered,” hosted by renowned actress Meg Ryan. This segment, which is currently airing across the United States on over 170 public television stations as well as networks like CNN, Discovery Channel, and Fox Business, shines a spotlight on our transformative approach […]
Rotary Club Donation Helps Fund New Playground at Gonzales Impact School
The BRAINATION Foundation is overjoyed to announce a major fundraising boost for a new playground at Legacy Ranch Kids in Gonzales, Texas. The effort was enriched by a generous donation from the Rotary Club of San Antonio at the Dominion, which was gratefully matched by a grant from District 5840. Together, these contributions have brought […]
Shovels in the Ground: A New Chapter Begins for Anne Frank Inspire Academy
An air of excitement and anticipation was palpable at the Anne Frank Inspire Academy (AFIA) Bandera Road campus earlier this month. On the morning of August 7, 2025, school leadership, students, and community partners gathered to officially break ground on a major new building addition, marking a significant milestone in the school’s journey. The ceremony […]
Sherman Inspire Academy: New K-12 Public Charter School Designed for Intentional Learning
This article was republished from MiEN. What started 25 years ago as a single campus in San Antonio has now expanded into a network of public and early childhood schools across Texas. Following the success of its initial open-enrollment public middle school, an elementary and high school were added a decade ago, leading to the […]
5 Principles for Reimagining K-12: The Sherman Inspire Academy Approach
This article was republished from edCircuit. What started 25 years ago as a single campus in San Antonio has now expanded into a network of public and early childhood schools across Texas. Following the success of its initial open-enrollment public middle school, an elementary and high school were added a decade ago, leading to the […]
