Insights on homeschooling, entrepreneurship, coding education, and student success stories from the Gemstone Academy team.
October 19, 2025 • By Gemstone Academy
A comprehensive guide to using your PEP funds for Gemstone Academy programs. We break down the process and answer common questions from Florida homeschooling families. Learn about eligibility requirements, the application process, reimbursement timelines, and how to maximize your PEP benefits for coding and entrepreneurship education.
Read Full Article →October 19, 2025 • By Jax Hutton
The origin story of Gemstone Academy. Jax shares his personal journey from being a self-taught coder in sixth grade, feeling isolated in his passion, to founding Gemstone Academy—the exact community he wished existed when he was growing up. Discover why connecting young coders and giving them real projects to work on is at the heart of everything we do.
Read Full Article →October 18, 2025 • By Lamberto Roscioli
Why Gemstone Academy? Lamberto shares his journey from teaching AP Computer Science at a top 1% ranked high school to co-founding Gemstone Academy. Discover how we're bridging the gap between traditional education and real-world skills, transforming students from coders into entrepreneurs and leaders in the age of AI.
Read Full Article →October 5, 2025 • By Gemstone Academy
From problem-solving to communication, explore the essential entrepreneurial skills we teach at Gemstone Academy and how they prepare students for future success. These foundational competencies go beyond business—they're life skills that help young people navigate challenges, collaborate effectively, and turn creative ideas into reality.
Read Full Article →September 5, 2025 • By Gemstone Academy
Discover how project-based learning empowers students to explore their passions while building real-world skills. At Gemstone Academy we've seen how PBL changes the whole rhythm of homeschooling—putting your student at the center of learning. Students develop deeper understanding, stronger retention, and genuine excitement about their education when they're creating something meaningful.
Read Full Article →August 3, 2025 • By Lamberto Roscioli
Thank you to all the parents who visited to learn about your options at the Palm Beach Homeschooling Expo. It was a wonderful experience sharing about our program and learning from all of you as well. We enjoyed connecting with so many passionate homeschooling families and hearing about your unique educational journeys.
Read Full Article →July 11, 2025 • By Lamberto Roscioli
Follow the journey of two young students, aged 7 and 9, as they transform from hesitant beginners to confident creators. Learn about the challenges they faced and how our instructors helped them succeed. This heartwarming story showcases the power of patient mentorship and personalized learning in building both technical skills and confidence.
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