The Humanist Academy

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July! Here are some reflections on America and Acton as we celebrate 250 years... enjoy!

As we celebrate America's 250th anniversary, I've been reflecting on what it means to be part of this nation. I'm grateful to have been born and raised in a country where anyone, from any background, any religion, any gender, any skin color, can get an education, work hard, and truly enjoy "life, li...

05/03/2026

Every year we have the honor of providing this opportunity for children to blow us away with their creativity and each year we are left in awe!
Come join us today from 4-7pm at the Peace Plaza to witness the genius within children!

04/11/2026

True Education:

After hiking up a mountain for 2.5 hours, 2800 feet elevation, I was ready to quit. These Warriors were not. Thanks to their resilience, within 30 minutes we reached Lynn Peak, and were blessed with one of the most breathtaking views in the world! (You can see downtown Vancouver way in the back, but the picture doesn’t do justice!)

The most meaningful and joyful experiences in life seem to always come after the toughest climb.

As Joseph Campbell reminds us, it’s only after the crisis that the Hero, who doesn’t give up, discovers the treasure.

Moreover, I’m here exploring some of the most beautiful places in the world with teenagers who have planned, coordinated, and mostly financed (some of them still need to pay back their parents) this entire trip on their own. Last year it was Alaska, the year before it was Banff, and this year, Vancouver.

Grateful.

04/01/2026

Can a 5 year old really be an entrepreneur? Our answer: A thousand times, yes!

Would you like to see the innate genius and imagination of children in action? Come with the whole family and see these entrepreneurs at Peace Plaza in Grapevine on Sunday, May 3rd.