Elon Musk's Ad Astra school in Texas receives permit to open as Montessori program

Elon Musk's Ad Astra school in Texas has received approval to open as a pre-kindergarten Montessori program. The school, funded by Musk's X Foundation with a $100 million investment, will focus on STEM education for children aged 3 to 9. Set to open for the 2024-25 academic year, Ad Astra will emphasize hands-on, project-based learning. It aims to foster curiosity and critical thinking, integrating STEM subjects with creative activities. This new school follows Musk's previous educational efforts, including the original Ad Astra in California, which focused on advanced topics for his children and SpaceX employees' kids. The new initiative may expand into K-12 education and a university in Texas.