Aspire Mountain Academy
A Christ-Centered
Principle-Based Education
"Seek learning, even by study and also by faith." D&C 88:118
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to teach quality classes in a spirit-rich environment through the lens of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our classes are designed to help the students love learning, think, discuss and grow. We are also committed to building a community where the students can build lasting friendships.
"The work you're doing is inspired!" Shelli T.
Aspire Mountain Academy is a drop-off microschool that offers history, science, leadership, music appreciation, handicrafts, nature journaling, folk dancing, field trips, park days, temple trips, service projects and more! Our teachings align with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Class Schedule for 2025-2026 School Year
Discounted price of $210/month if you sign up for Tuesday and Thursday.
PARTIAL REIMBURSEMENT with OpenEd and Harmony available. For the Tuesday classes, we will write a receipt for $80/month for nature journaling, handicrafts, read aloud and lunch. On Thursday, the Douglas Space and Science portion, handicrafts and lunch is reimuburseable ($65/month). FULL REIMBURSEMENT with Utah Fits All Scholarship and Children First Education Fund.
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHIES
Thomas Jefferson Education
We strongly draw upon principles from A Thomas Jefferson Education by Oliver DeMille which outlines leadership education including studying classics and pursuing one's life mission.
Teachings of Charlotte Mason
Influenced by Charlotte Mason’s teachings, we memorize scriptures and poems, read living books, sing folk songs and introduce handicrafts, folk dancing, and classical music.
Well-Educated Heart Philosophy
Inspired by Well-Educated Heart philosophy, we use powerful and memorable stories to teach. We also utilize the arts to warm their hearts to the subjects being taught.
CLASSES OFFERED
TESTIMONIALS
"This class has deepened my son's understanding of God's influence on the founding of the United States and its leaders, while fostering lasting friendships. Highly recommended!" Lindy H.
"This is my grandson's favorite day of the week! He loves the lessons and is begging for more!" Christy R.
Key of Liberty LEMI Project
Who and When
12-15 year olds
Tuesdays 9:30am-1pm
Class Overview
Empower your child with the Key of Liberty LEMI Scholar Project! This class dives deep into American history as students study the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and Bill of Rights. They learn about the Pilgrims, the Founding Fathers and American Revolutionary War as they read and discuss freedom classics.
Also Includes:
Devotional, music appreciation, scripture and poetry memorization, handicrafts, Constitution Bowl, simulations
Miracle of America
Who and When
8-11 year olds
Tuesdays 9:30am-1pm
Class Overview
Come learn about America as the promised land, the inspired mission of Columbus, stories of faith and sacrifice of the Pilgrims, miracles of the American Revolutionary War, how America is a land of freedom and hope, and what the Book of Mormon and modern-day apostles teach about America.
Also Includes:
Devotional, music appreciation, scripture and poetry memorization, nature study, handicrafts, folk dancing
Beacons of Light
Who and When
8-11 year olds
Tuesdays 9:30am-1pm
Class Overview
Come learn about great souls God used to bring light to the earth during the Renaissance,
Reformation, and the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Learn about the revelations of Joan of Arc, the revolutionary printing press, the bold assertions of Martin Luther, and the first vision of Joseph Smith.
Also Includes:
Devotional, music appreciation, scripture and poetry memorization, nature study, handicrafts, folk dancing
Around the Hearth
Who and When
5-7 year olds
Tuesdays 9:30am-1pm
Class Overview
This is an uplifting, heart-warming class where your child can come to be taught truths and values from uplifting children’s literature, fill their minds with scriptures, poems and songs, be creative as they engage in crafts and activities, and learn a variety of topics in a fun, engaging way.
Also Includes:
Devotional, scripture and poetry memorization, music, science, character traits, and playtime
Heroic Youth and Belle Ame
Who and When
7-11 and 12-15 year olds
Thursdays 9:30am-12:15
Class Overview
Our leadership curriculum comes from both the Heroic Youth program and the Belle Ame at Home club “Signers of the Declaration of Independence” both of which highlight the lives of great men and women and the principles by which they governed their lives.
Also Includes:
Devotional, scripture and poetry memorization, inspiring biographies, creative projects
Douglas Space and Science
Who and When
7-11 and 12-15 year olds
Thursdays 9:30am-12:15pm
Class Overview
Douglas Space and Science Center will teach a class entitled Engineering: Living in Space. Students gain an understanding of aerospace engineering design principles. They will use the design process to solve real-world problems. They provide hands-on, learning experiences.
Also Includes:
Living science books, capstone project, problem solving, teamwork, inspiring biographies
We also offer a beginning Spanish class using TPR Storytelling for 11-15 year olds on Monday and Wednesdays via zoom. TPRS focuses on using interactive, co-created oral stories, readings and novels that contain the most commonly-used words and phrases in Spanish to help students get familiar with a new language easily and quickly. Students acquire the language instead of memorize conjugations and rules. Some recent TPRS online classes have students reaching intermediate-mid level in just 60-100 hours where typically this takes 400-600 hours. It is a phenomenal way to learn a foreign language.
“This class provides an exceptional learning experience with the teachers beautifully integrating U.S. history, the gospel, inspiring literature, hands-on activities, and service to inspire greatness." Lindy H.
HIGH QUALITY CURRICULUM
History
Our history curriculum comes from the Leadership Education Mentoring Institute for grades 6-9 including scholar projects. Curriculum from LEMI teaches leadership education by focusing on discussions, student presentations, simulations, and reading classics.
Leadership
We are using both the Heroic Youth program and the Belle Ame at Home club “Signers of the Declaration of Independence” which highlight the lives of great people and the principles by which they governed their lives. The students will also set goals and check in with accountability partners weekly.
Science
For science, we will be using the Engineering: Living in Space class written and taught by The Douglas Space and Science Foundation. They provide hands-on, authentic learning experiences and positive role models as they guide the students in solving real problems.
LEMI Institute, Belle Ame at Home and Douglas Space and Science Foundation are not afiliated with any religion.
"It's everything I've been wanting and hoping to do at home. Thanks a million!" Kendra T.
Friendship and Community
We help foster friendship and community for both the students and mothers through weekly gatherings after class on Thursdays rotating between baptism temple trips, park days, service projects, and hiking. We also have regular field trips and include folk dancing, singing and group games during class to help build connections.
Temple Baptism Trips
Field Trips
Park Days and Hiking
Service Days
TESTIMONIALS
"We love the stories! They are so inspirational!" Paige W., mother
"You have created a remarkable learning environment. The students had a passion to learn." Bruce S., guest speaker
Tuesdays or Thursdays, 9:30-1:00pm
$115/month per student for Tues. or Thurs.
$210/month to enroll in both days
All classes will be held at Inspire Dance Studio in Clearfield.
Classes for ages 5-15
If interested, please fill out the application form.
To be notified about our free summer activities for ages 11-15 enter your email. (Photo Scavenger Hunt, Group Games, Board Games, Hike)