When I move, I learn.
When your child is physically active, not only are they happier, but they learn better. Brain science tells us so.
Smart Moves Academy will be America’s first public charter school optimizing learning through physical activity. The Academy will foster thriving learners whose academic mastery, physical literacy, and emotional well-being position them to prosper, lead, and generate positive impact wherever they go.
Opening to kindergarten and first grade learners in August 2026, the Academy will add a grade level per year through 8th grade.
Instructional Philosophy
The Academy’s approach to education is informed and inspired by the latest scientific research into the brain, cognitive development, and human learning. This new science forms the pillars of the instructional philosophy that make the Academy’s mission attainable.
Curriculum
The Academy values physical activity and has built an approach that reverses the negative effects of most schools removing opportunities for movement, and instead maximizes movement’s positive effects on learning. In fact, the Academy’s approach accelerates learning.
Admissions
The Academy will welcome 60 learners in kindergarten through first grades to an active, healthy, caring learning community in August 2026. A grade level will be added each year through eighth grade.
Pre-enrollment is open and those who sign up will be among the first notified when the full enrollment process begins in Fall 2025.
“Camp Move!” Ignites Minds Through Movement
“Each camper experienced success when participating in multi-sensory activities and contributed to a fun and supportive environment of learning. I was able to see great strides in many areas, such as their confidence, creativity, and leadership skills.”
— Emily Gabriel, MT-BC, reflecting on Camp MOVE! offered by Smart Moves Academy in July 2021