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October 8, 2026

Why ‘Bright’ Isn't the Whole Story: Understanding the Needs of Gifted Learners

By Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School There is a common misconception regarding gifted children: If a child is bright, they…

September 30, 2026

Why We Ask: Fundraising at Acera

By Trent Ramsey, Deputy Director of Advancement & Families Every year as we launch the Annual Fund, I hear the same question…

September 30, 2026

Head of School's Back to School Welcome: Explore. Create. Belong.

At Acera, we love WHY questions. So, I found myself asking: Why do we host Back to School Night? Why does it…

September 23, 2026

What Does Academic Challenge Actually Look Like at Acera?

By Emily Stefanich, Dean of Academics Ask most people what academic challenge looks like, and you'll get a familiar answer: harder worksheets,…

September 16, 2026

Belonging Starts With Being Seen

by Jamie Schefen, Dean of Students A child can be included without feeling like they belong. They can have a seat in…

September 15, 2026

Seventeen Books for Year 17: Acera Reads!

by Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School Seventeen is a special number. It is a prime number, as well as a…

September 15, 2026

Welcome to a New Year at Acera

by Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School As I sit down to write this, I am feeling that familiar mix of…

August 4, 2026

The Joy of Spring—and the Many Faces of Leadership at Acera

by Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School There is something special about spring in schools. Moments that once felt like challenges…

August 4, 2026

What We Carry: Poetry Month at Acera

by Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School I believe deeply in the importance of cherishing favorite things—and sharing them. Your favorite…

June 15, 2026

Invention Convention Update: Acera Students at Invention Convention State Finals

by Emily Stefanich, Lower School Coordinator and Lower School Core Classroom Teacher In mid-April 2026, three Acera students participated in the Massachusetts…

June 15, 2026

What Remains: A Tribute to Acera's Class of 2026

by Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School Just under a week ago, we gathered beneath the shade of the Adventure Playground…

June 10, 2026

The Gifts We Left Behind

by Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School Earlier this year, I invited members of our community to join me in reading…

Upcoming Events

STEM Festival and Open House

Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:00pm

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Parent Information Sessions at Acera

Join us for a 1.5-hour Information Session & Tour designed for parents, guardians, and other adults interested in learning more about Acera.

Tuesday
September 22, 2026
6:00 – 7:30 pm

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Thursday
October 22, 2026
9:30 – 11:00 am

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