Personal Research Project at Elite Prep Academy
The Personal Research Project is a signature component of the Elite Prep Academy experience, designed to help students transform their curiosity into meaningful, self-directed inquiry.
Each student selects a topic aligned with their Signature Academic Track and works with a faculty advisor to explore a real-world question or challenge. Through research, experimentation, interviews, and analysis, students produce a final product that may take the form of a research paper, invention, business proposal, film, performance, or community initiative.
This project fosters critical thinking, creativity, and independence—skills essential for success in college and beyond. Students present their findings to the school community and often use the project to strengthen college applications, scholarship portfolios, and competitions.
At EPA, we believe that when students are given the tools and trust to lead their own learning, they uncover not only knowledge—but purpose.
Fall 2025
The Da Vinci Project
Cross-Disciplinary Innovation at EPA
Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s genius across science, art, and invention, next Fall’s school-wide research theme challenges students to think creatively and work collaboratively across disciplines.
Da Vinci’s Lab
Science & Engineering
Explore mechanics, anatomy, and natural science through hands-on experiments and model building.
The Codex Writers
Writing & Humanities
Research, reflect, and write across genres to capture the spirit and legacy of da Vinci in a modern world.
The Golden Ratio Team
Math & Design
Use geometry, proportion, and symmetry to design structures and inventions inspired by da Vinci’s art.
The Visionaries
Film & Storytelling
Document, direct, and produce visual narratives that tell the story of creativity and innovation.
Renaissance Brand Studio
Marketing & Identity
Design the project’s brand and lead campaigns to share EPA’s work with the world.
The Inventors
Technology & Innovation
Use coding, robotics, and digital tools to bring da Vinci’s ideas into the 21st century.