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What if ADHD Isn’t the Problem—School Is?
“Kids can’t bounce off the walls if we remove the walls.” – Erin Kenny Something radical happens when you take the walls away—literally....
Jordyn Flores
Apr 173 min read
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Beyond Classrooms: A Mobile Forest School That Moves with Your Child’s Curiosity
“If the world is the best classroom, why are we keeping kids inside four walls?” – Adaptive Roots Academy Imagine this: Instead of being...
Jordyn Flores
Apr 293 min read
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Why Our “Radical” School Isn’t Radical at All—It’s a Return to What Kids Actually Need
Something’s not working. If you’re a parent, you’ve likely felt it. The emotional meltdowns, the anxiety, the resistance to school, the...
Jordyn Flores
Apr 273 min read
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Slow Down and Soak It In: Why Hiking Isn’t a Race
Let’s be honest — a lot of us treat hikes like checklists. “How many miles did we do?” “How fast did we get there?” “How much elevation...
Jordyn Flores
Apr 263 min read
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From Mud Pies to Meaningful Moments: How Outdoor Play and DIR/Floortime Spark Connection and Growth
At Adaptive Roots Academy, we believe that children thrive when they are free to explore, play, and connect—both with the world around...
Jordyn Flores
Apr 212 min read
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Building Connection Over Competition: How Conscious Discipline Shapes Our School Family at Adaptive Roots Academy
At Adaptive Roots Academy, we believe that every child thrives when they feel safe, connected, and valued. This belief aligns with the...
Jordyn Flores
Apr 194 min read
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Let Nature Do the Work: How Outdoor Exploration Can Transform Behavior and Build Trust
As parents, especially those raising neurodivergent children or kids with big feelings and big energy, we often find ourselves searching...
Jordyn Flores
Apr 185 min read
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The “Awe” Factor: How Nature Makes Us Kinder, Calmer, and More Connected
At Adaptive Roots Academy, nature is not just a backdrop—it’s a teacher, a guide, and a powerful catalyst for human connection. One of...
Jordyn Flores
Apr 163 min read
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The Books That Inspired Adaptive Roots Academy: Why Nature Belongs in Education
When I first envisioned Adaptive Roots Academy, I knew I wanted to create something different—a school where learning isn’t confined to...
Jordyn Flores
Mar 303 min read
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Customized Learning: Adaptive Roots Academy for Neurodivergent Children
Are you seeking a specialized learning environment for your neurodivergent child in the East Bay Area? Look no further than Adaptive...
Jordyn Flores
Feb 41 min read
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Empowering Neurodivergent Students: Adaptive Roots Academy Approach
The Adaptive Roots Academy in the East Bay Area is a beacon of hope for neurodivergent students seeking an educational environment that...
Jordyn Flores
Feb 42 min read
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Outdoor Education for Kids: Adaptive Roots Academy Curriculum
Outdoor Education for Kids: Adaptive Roots Academy Curriculum Nestled in the scenic East Bay Area, Adaptive Roots Academy is paving the...
Jordyn Flores
Feb 42 min read
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