Archer Street provides powerful learning for young citizens and entrepreneurs. It has developed a mini-community of its own, "Archerville," with enterprises that mirror those of the "real world." Enhancing their regular studies, these students run more than two dozen businesses, including banking and recycling centers, a post office, a banking center, the Kid's Mart store, and an historical society and museum. A multimedia component provides children with arts and technology experiences as they publish magazines, create news broadcasts and interact with children in other communities via the internet. As an Accelerated School, "Archerville" offers a deeper understanding of community life and a strong bond with families through the Lightspan Partnership.

During the winter they were involved in curriculum studies in the area of ornithology. A wildlife sanctuary for the birds was created and manned. Birdfeeder Productions housed in first and second grade classrooms, manufactured bird feeders for the hungry birds and logged their reflections concerning the feeding habits of local wildlife. Garden experts from third grade designed flowerbeds, which eventually will provide vegetables and herbs for local soup kitchens and flowers for senior citizen centers. Home Depot, Audubon Society, and Freeport School District’s Buildings and Grounds Department have worked closely with students on this community project.