Journeys in Self-Directed Education

The Adults Young People Need: What True Mentoring Looks Like

A fresh look at how adults can support young people without controlling them—modeling curiosity, vulnerability, and genuine partnership so kids can build confidence, autonomy, and emotional resilience.

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Beyond Classes: What Students Really Learn at Embark Center for Self-Directed Education

At Embark Center, learning isn’t defined by classes—it’s defined by growth. While some students take classes and others never do, all are developing the same critical skills: self-direction, collaboration, confidence, and adaptability. Through real-world projects, community decision-making, and authentic responsibility, they learn how to manage their time, communicate effectively, solve problems, and trust themselves. At Embark Center, classes are simply tools in the toolbox—the real work is learning how to build a meaningful life.

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