What is DeGrio Global Learning Academy?
DeGrio Global Learning Academy (DGLA) is a student-centered learning community designed to prepare confident, capable, and compassionate learners for a changing world. DGLA brings together academics, developmental wellness, creativity, technology, inquiry, and real-world learning within one integrated educational model.
What ages and grade levels does DGLA serve?
DGLA is designed to support learners from Early Learning through Grade 12.
Our developmental learning bands include:
- Early Learning, Ages 2–5 — Curiosity & Security
- Lower Elementary, K–2 — Skill & Fluency
- Upper Elementary, Grades 3–5 — Application & Mastery
- Middle Years, Grades 6–8 — Reasoning & Identity
- High School, Grades 9–12 — Leadership & Purpose
Each band is designed around the developmental needs of learners at that stage.
What makes DGLA different from a traditional school?
DGLA connects strong academics with wellness, creativity, digital literacy, inquiry, individualized support, and applied learning.
Students are encouraged to develop knowledge while also learning how to think critically, communicate, create, collaborate, solve problems, and apply what they learn in meaningful ways.
What is the DeGrio Integrated Learning Framework?
The DeGrio Integrated Learning Framework (DILF) is DGLA’s educational synthesis model.
It brings together academic rigor, developmental wellness, and innovative educational practice to support a more integrated learning experience. The framework draws from academic, developmental, and pedagogical approaches that support independence, inquiry, collaboration, and whole-learner development.
What does “whole learner” mean at DGLA?
DGLA views learning through three interconnected dimensions:
Body — movement, physical wellness, safety, developmental readiness, and regulation.
Mind — academic learning, critical thinking, curiosity, intellectual development, and mastery.
Spirit — purpose, meaning, character development, and social-emotional growth.
Together, these dimensions help DGLA support learners as developing people, not simply as students completing academic assignments.
What subjects does DGLA teach?
DGLA’s academic and core learning areas include:
- ELA & Communication
- Mathematics & Numeracy
- Science/STEM & Inquiry
- Social Studies & Cultural Studies
- Arts & Creative Expression
These foundational areas are complemented by applied, technological, creative, and developmental learning opportunities.
Does DGLA offer technology and digital learning?
Yes. Digital literacy and innovation are part of DGLA’s educational model.
Students may develop skills in areas such as technology use, coding, digital citizenship, computational thinking, media creation, communication, and digital storytelling.
What is the Creative Lab Media Studio?
The Creative Lab Media Studio is a core instructional environment at DGLA rather than simply an elective activity.
It gives learners opportunities to engage in:
- Podcasting
- Digital storytelling
- Music production
- Video and animation
- Public speaking
- Design challenges
The Creative Lab connects communication, creativity, technology, storytelling, and interdisciplinary learning.
What is SRG-C™?
SRG-C™ — Support • Regulation • Growth is DGLA’s child and educational application designed to help create conditions that support learning.
Its focus includes:
- Safety
- Belonging
- Confidence
- Self-regulation
- Engagement
- Readiness to learn
- Positive growth
SRG-C™ is integrated into the educational environment through supportive structures, relationships, routines, and age-appropriate practices.
Does DGLA provide learning support?
Yes. EC / Learning Support is included within DGLA’s educational structure.
The framework includes early childhood education, special education services, and individualized learning support intended to help learners access instruction and develop according to their educational needs.
How does DGLA support students beyond academics?
DGLA integrates learning with areas such as:
- Physical development and wellness
- Self-regulation
- Digital literacy
- Creativity
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Executive skills
- Real-world problem-solving
- Entrepreneurship
- College and career readiness
The goal is to help students build both academic knowledge and practical capacities they can use beyond the classroom.
Does DGLA include college and career preparation?
Yes. DGLA’s applied learning structure includes college and career pathways, entrepreneurship, executive skills development, and real-world problem-solving.
These experiences become increasingly important as students move into the Middle Years and High School developmental bands.
What is the Early Learning Program?
DGLA’s Early Learning pathway is designed for children approximately ages 2–5.
The educational focus is Curiosity & Security, using play-based, language-rich exploration to support trust, communication, discovery, developmental readiness, and a growing love of learning.
Does DGLA encourage creativity?
Yes. Creativity is integrated throughout the DGLA model.
Students may engage in visual arts, music, theater, storytelling, media production, design, digital creation, inquiry, and project-based learning. Creative expression is treated as part of learning rather than as something separate from academic development.
How does DGLA approach student independence?
DGLA encourages age-appropriate independence, agency, inquiry, collaboration, and self-direction.
The educational model is designed to help students gradually become more confident in making choices, asking questions, solving problems, communicating ideas, and taking greater ownership of their learning.
How can families learn more about enrollment?
Families interested in DGLA programs can use the Explore Enrollment, Apply, or Contact options on the DGLA website to request current information about available programs, learning pathways, and enrollment opportunities.
Can educators, volunteers, and community partners become involved?
Yes. DGLA welcomes contributions from individuals whose skills and experience align with the Academy’s mission.
Potential contribution areas include:
- Academic Instruction & Tutoring
- Early Learning
- EC / Learning Support
- Creative Lab Media Studio
- Digital Learning & Technology
- Family & Community Programs
- Administrative & Operations Support
- Events, Partnerships & Outreach
DGLA also provides orientation and role-specific training for staff and volunteers.
How can I stay updated about DGLA?
Families, educators, volunteers, and community members can follow DGLA website announcements and subscribe for Academy news, program updates, events, and developing opportunities.
Visit degrioacademy.org to learn more.