Young Scholars Academy

Young Scholars Academy is a virtual village that helps twice-exceptional & differently-wired students to feel seen, nurtured, and happy as heck through strength-based courses, camps, and community!

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You’re In The Right Place If…

You dream of your child being surrounded by friends, in a caring community, and comfortable in their own skin

You’ve tried other programs before but, you can’t seem to find a place where your child is happy, safe, and thriving

You know your kiddo is so bright and capable, but they seem to struggle at every turn

You may even be convinced that your current school only sees your child’s areas for growth

Imagine How It Will Feel When You Have This…

Watch The Video Below To See How Families Like Yours Are Thriving Here At Young Scholars Academy

Choose Your Learning Path

Live Fall Courses

Fall is the Foundation of the WHOLE YEAR & many Fall Courses only open ONCE A YEAR for enrollment! Click below and empower content they crave, a community of friends, and caring mentors who love and nurture them!

Self-Paced Courses

Empower Your Neurodivergent Child to Dream Big and Learn the Content They Crave on their own terms with Self-Paced Courses! These classes come with a way to communicate with teachers and get feedback!

What Debbie Reber, 2e Expert & Bestselling Author Says About YSA:

"My favorite (virtual) summer camp for neurodivergent kids!

I used to search high and low for unique…opportunities back when Ash was younger. Finding camps that ticked all the boxes — emotionally safe and supportive environments, topics that appeal to kids with unique interests, and a peer group of other differently wired kids so my child could feel belonging and community — could be a tall order.

I think that's why I'm such a big fan of Sam Young's Young Scholars Academy. Sam designed his program…develop strengths, interests, and relationships and offer a safe haven for differently wired kids to connect around their asynchronies, quirks, and interests...I could go on, but if you're looking for summer programs for your kids, I encourage you to stop reading…and go check out YSA."

- Debbie Reber

Your Child’s Best Year Ever Is Just One Course Away!

Young Scholars Academy Offers:

  1. Strength-based, passion-focused enrichment courses & camps

  2. A virtual village, chock full of warmth, support, and acceptance for both parents and students

  3. Peace of mind knowing that your child is showing the world their strengths and is loved for them

  4. Noticeable change in your child’s happiness, confidence, and comfort socializing in as little as 2-4 weeks!

  5. Small class sizes with expert mentors well-versed in twice-exceptional and neurodiverse students (most were them!)

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Your Wins Start Here

Check out the wins this family is experiencing:

“Before our YSA journey began, things were really tough at our house, lots of out of control behavior, and zero solutions in sight. Nothing we tried was helping long term. I had the tools, but my daughter just didn't want to hear them from me. Then I found YSA by chance. My daughter was hesitant, especially since she didn't have a neurodiverse diagnosis (and still doesn't), and see why this community would benefit her.

I knew this is where she needed to be. Trust your gut. After one class, she was hooked. She felt such a sense of relief that she wasn't the only one who saw things differently. She immediately felt a sense of community and support. I see her developing a higher self-esteem and patience for others. She bounces back from overwhelming feelings versus a major blowup.

Recently we were at a zoo and she initiated a conversation with a zoo employee after she said, that was brave of me and outside my comfort zone, but I did it. She had so much pride in that moment. I hope our story helps you find your path.”

-Jenn

What Debbie Steinberg Kuntz, Leading 2e Expert Says About YSA:

"I highly recommend…Sam Young and… Young Scholars Academy.
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I first met Sam when we did a pop-up program for kids during Covid. He is a former teacher at Bridges Academy who came highly recommend and he EXCELLED at teaching our unique kids. In fact, I mentored him in business for free because I was so impressed.
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Now he’s running a very unique program with intriguing classes for kids 5-18, like executive function, D&D, debate, AP classes, social club, and much more.
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I feel confident in recommending Sam and team to enrich your child’s education. The secret to putting the light in your child’s eyes is: blowing on the embers of their strengths and interests.”

-Debbie Steinberg Kuntz, LMFT

What Our Parents Say…

  • “My son has always loved the content of the classes he as taken at YSA and I appreciate the patience and engaging personalities of the instructors.”

    -Rachel

  • “I have never seen teachers with more passion, energy, and support than I have at Young Scholars Academy. I don't know how they do it. They are truly the best! These are the best teachers we've ever had!”

    -Crystal

  • “Seeing my daughter try new things beyond her comfort level and flourishing even if there are bumps along the way. She just keeps growing into a more confident human every class she takes. Most importantly she has a community and no longer feels like the odd man out.”

    -Stuart

  • “My kids are excited to join classes/home rooms and spend time with fun interesting people and kind supportive teachers. I especially love that they get to celebrate their unique interests and dig deep into topics they can’t share with just anyone.”

    -Trinity

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LIVE Fall Courses

Fall is the Foundation of the WHOLE YEAR & many Fall Courses only open ONCE A YEAR for enrollment! Click below and empower content they crave, a community of friends, and caring mentors who love and nurture them!

Self-Paced Courses

Empower Your Neurodivergent Child to Dream Big and Learn the Content They Crave on their own terms with Self-Paced Courses! These classes come with a way to communicate with teachers and get feedback!

👋 “Hi!” From Our Head of School, Mr. Sam

Wherever your child is on their twice-exceptional/neurodivergent journey, NOW is the best time to take the next step towards thriving! Here, at Young Scholars Academy, you will see your child thriving from day 1!

I know that you may be feeling alone, frustrated, anxious, or uncertain about your next step on the pathway to seeing your child become all that you know that they are capable of being.

I’m here to tell you that all you have to do is just take ONE MORE STEP!

Join our 14 mentors who have dedicated their lives to ensuring your child THRIVES! Join the over 200 families currently seeing their children flourish here in our Virtual Village! Take that one step today and your only regret will be that you didn’t join us sooner!

Looking forward to serving your family at the highest level!

-Mr. Sam, M.Ed.