Podcasts about classical christian education

Summer Flashback: Virtue in Action with Tim DernlanHow do we move virtue from a vague school value to a transformative life habit? In this special Summer Flashback episode, we revisit one of our most impactful conversations with Dr. Tim Dernlan, joined by two of his high school students. Recorded five years ago but more relevant than ever, this episode explores how one classical Christian school brought virtue to life through intentional student formation—and yes, even lunchtime conversations at Five Guys.From Aristotle's golden mean to Biblical foundations, this isn't just a theoretical discussion. You'll hear how weekly student groups, guided reflections, and peer accountability made virtue tangible, relational, and long-lasting. If you've ever wondered how to bridge the gap between what students know and how they live, this episode is for you.

Check out this special episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock where he welcomes former host Pastor Chris Eelman back onto the show to discuss the different educational options available to Christian parents and why Classical Christian Education is an excellent one to consider. More Resources: More resources at beachheadmedia.ca Beachhead Media YouTube

Check out this special episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock where he welcomes former host Pastor Chris Eelman back onto the show to discuss the different educational options available to Christian parents and why Classical Christian Education is an excellent one to consider. More Resources: More resources at beachheadmedia.ca Beachhead Media YouTube

Check out this special episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock where he welcomes former host Pastor Chris Eelman back onto the show to discuss the different educational options available to Christian parents and why Classical Christian Education is an excellent one to consider.    More Resources: More resources at beachheadmedia.ca Beachhead Media YouTube

In this episode, Davies Owens is joined by educator and apologist Elizabeth Urbanowicz, founder of Foundation Worldview, to tackle a challenge every Christian parent and teacher faces: raising kids to think clearly and biblically in a culture driven by feelings, relativism, and confusion.Elizabeth shares her journey from classroom teacher to worldview coach and offers simple, practical ways to train even young children to recognize truth, evaluate cultural messages, and respond with both discernment and grace. From defining truth in kid-friendly language to handling conversations about identity and judgment, this episode is full of timely tools you can use at home or in school—starting today.

This is Episode 67 of the Consortium Podcast, an academic audio blog of Kepler Education. In this episode, Dr. Scott Postma delivers a breakout session on Mastering the Academic Essay. Fundamentally, good writing is clear thinking made visible. This means precision is the capital concern of any essay. This talk discusses how to teach students to say what they mean and say it appropriately, precisely, concisely, and vividly. This talk was given at the 2024 Consortium conference in Maynard, MA on July 12-13, 2024. Kepler's Consortiums provide resources and regional connections for Christian families, teachers, and educational organizations to expand the reach of classical education and foster human flourishing for generations to come. The New England Consortium of Classical Educators (NECCE) exists to point New England to the unifying Truth found in Christ and His creation, the Good of fellowship with like-minded individuals, and the Beauty reflected in great works of literature, science, and art, through teaching, conversation, and conferences. Dr. Scott Postma lives in the chimney of Idaho with his wife of nearly 35 years. He has four adult children and more than a handful of delightfully rambunctious grand babies. He is the president of Kepler Education, edits The Consortium: A Journal of Classical Christian Education, teaches humanities courses for high school and college students, and is a religious practitioner of the ancient art of Tsundoku. He has two forthcoming books: A Primer on Classical Christian Education and a work on Recovering Christian Humanism for a Post-Christian Culture. You can find his other writings on Substack at Books and Letters.

Building Lifelong Readers: How Families and Schools Can Instill the Joy of ReadingReading is not a natural ability—it must be intentionally taught, cultivated, and modeled. In this episode, host Davies Owens is joined by educator and reading specialist Dorrie McKoy—who also happens to be his sister—to explore why so many children struggle with reading today and how classical Christian schools and families can work together to reverse this trend.Dorrie unpacks the science behind how children learn to read, discusses the “reading wars” between phonics-based and whole-language methods, and shares practical tips for parents at any stage—from toddlers to teens. Whether it's how to evaluate your school's curriculum, how to build a home library filled with true, good, and beautiful books, or how to avoid the pitfalls of graphic novels and screen-based reading, this episode offers timeless strategies to raise strong, thoughtful, and joyful readers.

High school students at Trinity love their House System. But new students and families may wonder what exactly are these “Houses”? Just some Christianized Hogwarts from Harry Potter? Or something deeper, richer, most powerful?   Kaeli Collver, Trinity's Dean of the House System, will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – Our elementary Latin teacher returned from Italy captivated by the Sistine Chapel's soaring beauty, reminding us that humans are drawn to transcendence. Classical Christian education nurtures this innate appreciation through art, music, mathematics and nature, revealing divine proportions like the golden ratio in architecture, DNA helices and sunflowers. Beauty, truth and goodness form a cornerstone.

Classical Christian education isn't just for a privileged few—it's a banquet meant for everyone. In this inspiring episode, Davies Owens is joined by Russ Gregg, founder of Hope Academy in Minneapolis and the Spreading Hope Network. Russ shares how his journey began 25 years ago with a simple but powerful question: How do we love our neighbors as ourselves, especially when it comes to education?From navigating the real challenges of urban communities to pioneering a sponsorship-based financial model, Russ explains why "the education that's best for the best is best for all." Together, they explore the crucial need for high expectations, high accountability, and high support in raising up the next generation.Plus, Russ discusses the exciting movement of school choice sweeping the nation, the importance of family habits like mealtime reading, and why true joy comes from making room at the banquet table for those who have historically been left out. If you've ever wondered how you can be part of the classical education renewal—whether as a parent, a founder, or a supporter—this episode is your invitation.

In this episode of the Libertarian Christian Podcast, guest host Kerry Baldwin interviews Andrew Kern, founder of the Circe Institute, to explore classical education from a Christian perspective. They discuss how classical education cultivates wisdom and virtue, contrasting it with conventional education's focus on job training and economic utility. Kern emphasizes the Socratic and mimetic teaching methods, which foster critical thinking and mental harmony, and critiques the fragmented, age-segregated conventional model for neglecting the soul and Christ as the logos. The conversation highlights the healing power of reflective thought, the importance of Christian classical education in fulfilling cultural traditions, and its role in preparing individuals for meaningful vocations by prioritizing wisdom over mere activism or economic fit.Additional Resources:- https://circeinstitute.org- https://classicalu.com/andrew-kern- https://amzn.to/4jBawKmAudio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com ★ Support this podcast ★

This is Episode 66 of the Consortium Podcast, an academic audio blog of Kepler Education. In this episode, Dr. Scott Postma delivers a keynote address titled, "Unstupiding Ourselves: The Truth About the High Calling of Classical Christian Education." His talk takes up a case made in a 2022 article by social psychologist, Jonathan Haidt, who argued that a particular change in the way social media works made the past 10 years of American life uniquely stupid. Drawing from the biblical story of the Tower of Babel, Haidt accurately describes a nation that is suddenly disoriented and unable to speak the same language or recognize the same truth. Dr. Postma argues classical Christian education is capable of unstupiding society in the generations to come by restoring a sensus communis and cultivating rational public discourse. This talk was given at the 2024 Consortium conference in Maynard, MA on July 12-13, 2024. Kepler's Consortiums provide resources and regional connections for Christian families, teachers, and educational organizations to expand the reach of classical education and foster human flourishing for generations to come. The New England Consortium of Classical Educators (NECCE) exists to point New England to the unifying Truth found in Christ and His creation, the Good of fellowship with like-minded individuals, and the Beauty reflected in great works of literature, science, and art, through teaching, conversation, and conferences. Dr. Scott Postma lives in the chimney of Idaho with his wife of nearly 35 years. He has four adult children and more than a handful of delightfully rambunctious grand babies. He is the president of Kepler Education, edits The Consortium: A Journal of Classical Christian Education, teaches humanities courses for high school and college students, and is a religious practitioner of the ancient art of Tsundoku. He has two forthcoming books: A Primer on Classical Christian Education and a work on Recovering Christian Humanism for a Post-Christian Culture. You can find his other writings on Substack at Books and Letters.

John Milton—the sixteenth-century blind Puritan poetic genius, reviled by some, beloved by most, second in greatness only to Shakespeare—pens an epic poem: Paradise Lost. In astonishing beauty and depth, he retells the tragic fall of man in the Garden of Eden. But did he make Satan the poem's hero?    Dr. Grant Horner, Professor of English, Renaissance, and Reformation at the Masters University, will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education. You can learn more about Dr. Horner's book, John Milton: Classical Learning and the Progress of Virtue, by clicking this link. 

In this encouraging episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens is joined by Joanna Hensley, Lower School Headmaster at Wilson Hill Academy, mom of six, and passionate classical educator. Together, they explore what it means to be intentional curators of our children's education—without letting school overwhelm the joy of home life.Through her personal journey—from studying Latin as a college student to parenting across continents—Joanna shares practical wisdom for finding balance between school and family, reclaiming restful weekends, and reframing education as a community-supported endeavor.

In this episode, we explore a word that has largely faded from everyday conversation yet holds the key to rebuilding a fractured culture—fidelity. Join Dr. Robert P. George, esteemed professor at Princeton and leading voice in public ethics, as he makes the case for Fidelity Month and shares why faith in God, strong families, and love of country are the three pillars our society must reclaim.Together with host Davies Owens, Dr. George unpacks:

In this episode, Veritas Head of School Ty Fischer talks with one of our sixth grade teachers, Ibrahim "Ibby" Rios, who came to Veritas Academy after many years teaching in the public school system in Philadelphia, in Chester County, and Maryland. Hear his story of what spurred him on to seek a different kind of education, not only to teach, but for his own children, and what it was about classical Christian education that specifically drew him.

Is your home emotionally safe? In today's fast-paced, high-pressure world, families are struggling more than ever with conflict, stress, and disconnection. In this episode, host Davies Owens sits down with Rob Hayes-St. Clair and Michael Cox, the duo behind the Core 4 Framework and Parenting Made Peaceful, to discuss a better way forward.Drawing from biblical truth, restoration therapy, and years of experience mentoring families and teens, Rob and Michael explain how identifying our own emotional pain cycles—and learning how to replace them with peace cycles—can radically transform the way we parent. You'll learn how to recognize the four emotional “types” parents default to under stress, why your child's behavior often mirrors your own unspoken patterns, and how to bring lasting change through truth-based communication and emotional regulation.This isn't about being ruled by emotions—it's about understanding them and leading your family from a place of peace, not pain. If you're looking for practical tools, biblical encouragement, and a path to stronger relationships, this is an episode you don't want to miss.Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:ZipCastWilson Hill AcademyClassic Learning TestGordon CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects CoachingLight Phone Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

Send us a text!Welcome to Bright Hearth, a podcast devoted to recovering the lost arts of homemaking and the productive Christian household with Brian and Lexy Sauvé. In this episode, Brian and Lexy talk about egalitarianism in Classical Christian Education, along with a broad range of listener questions.We here at New Christendom Press have a big announcement for you: Our 2025 Conference is coming up quick! Head to this link for more info on the conference, as well as our singles mixer.Want premium, handmade soaps without the seed oils or other nasty hormone disrupters? Check out our partners at Indigo Sundries Soap Co., and use code BRIGHTHEARTH for ten percent off your order!Thanks for Farmer Bill's—a Christian-owned meat snacks company in South Dakota—for sponsoring this episode! Check out their delicious biltong (it's like beef jerky, but air-dried with clean ingredients) today! Grab Farmer Bill's Best Seller Bundle w/ Free Shipping and an extra 20% w/ code BRIGHT at FarmerBillsProvisions.com.Thanks to our friends at Gray Toad Tallow for sponsoring this episode! Head over to graytoadtallow.com and use discount code BRIGHT15 for 15% off your order.Check out Joe Garrisi at Backwards Planning Financial at https://backwardsplanningfinancial.com for all your financial planning needs!Thanks to Founders Ministries for sponsoring this episode! Use code HEARTH at press.founders.org for 10% off your order.Visit KeepwisePartners.com or call Derrick Taylor at 781-680-8000 to schedule a free consultation. This episode is also brought to you by Live Oak Integrative Health. Visit https://www.liveoakintegrativehealth.com and connect with owner Rebecca Belch, who has served as a critical care and labor and delivery nurse for 20 years and is a licensed practitioner of functional medicine.Be sure to subscribe to the show, and leave us a 5-Star review wherever you get your podcasts! Buy an item from our Feed the Patriarchy line and support the show at the same time at briansauve.com/bright-hearth.Become a monthly patron at patreon.com/brighthearth and gain access to In the Kitchen, a special bonus show with each main episode!Support the show

Classical ideas profoundly shaped the United States, from the colonial era to the Revolution and Founding to the Civil War and beyond. But how exactly did “Athens” and “Rome” help build “Washington”? Zach Weicbrodt, Trinity's Dean of Classical Learning, will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

What's the real purpose of education? Is it just about passing tests—or passing the torch of civilization itself?In this episode, Dr. Louis Markos, professor, prolific author, and champion of classical Christian education, returns to share insights from his new book, Passing the Torch: An Apology for Classical Christian Education. Drawing from Plato to C.S. Lewis, he makes the compelling case that education is soul formation, not social engineering—and classical Christian education is the only model robust enough to raise morally self-regulating, virtuous citizens.Discover why reading the great books is more than academic—it's civilizational. Learn how truth, goodness, and beauty still anchor us in a culture adrift. And be encouraged: this is not a nostalgic movement—it's a necessary revival for the future.

As parents, we're not meant to raise our children alone. Community matters—partnering with schools, churches, and other families helps shape a shared vision and a strong culture for our children. Yet, in a world where busyness and digital distractions dominate, meaningful communication between home and school has never been more challenging.In this episode, Davies Owens and his daughter, Hannah, dive into the crucial but often forgotten element of classical Christian education: effective communication between schools and parents. Drawing from their experience with ZipCast and insights from national surveys, they explore how schools can better engage parents and equip families with the tools needed to raise the next generation.

Send us a text!Does Classical Christian education have an egalitarianism problem? We think so. Join us in the King's Hall for a deep dive on the inherent tensions between universal education and the way God made the world.2025 New Christendom Press Conference: https://www.newchristendompress.com/2025Did you know supporters of the show get ad-free video and audio episodes delivered early and access to our patron exclusive show The Deus Vault? https://www.patreon.com/thekingshallTalk to Joe Garrisi about managing your wealth with Backwards Planning Financial.https://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/joe-garrisi/planningCheck out the Farmer Bill's Provisions's products. Click the link below to claim 20% off.https://farmerbillsprovisions.com/discount/HARD 10 Ways to Make Money with Your MAXX-D Trailer.https://maxxdtrailers.com/10-ways-to-make-money-with-your-trailerVisit KeepwisePartners.com or call Derrick Taylor at 781-680-8000 to schedule a free consultation.https://keepwise.partners/Visit Muzzle-Loaders.com and get 10% off your first order when you use the coupon code KINGSHALL at checkout.https://muzzle-loaders.com/Are you looking for a faithful church in the greater Boise Idaho area? Look no further. Check out Truth Family Bible Church.https://www.truthfamilybiblechurch.org/Get your tickets for the Christ Is King: How To Defeat Trash World conference.https://www.tickettailor.com/events/rightresponseministries/1267074With over 100 titles, there are books that address systematic, historical, pastoral, and practical theology. https://founders.org/Support the show:https://www.patreon.com/thekingshall

Welcome to Classical Essentials, a special Best of Basecamp Live series!Over the years, we've explored the core principles of classical Christian education, and one of the most overlooked yet essential elements is beauty. In this final episode of our Classical Essentials series, we revisit a critical conversation about why beauty is not just decoration—it's foundational to understanding truth and goodness.Nick Duncan, professional chef and humanities teacher, shares how beauty shapes our affections, awakens our souls, and ultimately leads us toward God. In a world that reduces beauty to subjective taste, this episode dives into why restoring beauty in our homes and classrooms is key to forming wise, virtuous, and flourishing students.

Ryan Hammill of the Ancient Language Institute joins Thomas for a practical discussion about how to learn Latin, as well as the central place of the classical languages (Latin and Greek) in classical Christian education, and the various schools of thought in today's classical Christian education movement. Links Thomas's article about learning Latin https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/dreamt-learning-latin-heres-how-youll-finally-do-it/ Ancient Language Institute https://ancientlanguage.com/ New Humanists Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-humanists/id1570296135 Jonathan Roberts, “Classical Schools Are Not Really Classical” https://ancientlanguage.com/classical-schools-not-classical/ Micah Meadowcroft, “Classical Education's Aristocracy of Anyone” https://nationalaffairs.com/publications/detail/classical-educations-aristocracy-of-anyone DONATE to make this show possible! http://catholicculture.org/donate/audio  SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's newsletter: https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters

The Old Testament is long, sometimes perplexing and, well, old. Yet great treasures lie within. How do classical Christian educators help their students extract truth and wisdom from the Old Testament?     Trinity's Dean of Students Aaron Fudge will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

Welcome to Classical Cornerstones, a special Best of Basecamp Live series! Over the years, we've had incredible conversations unpacking the foundational ideas of classical Christian education. In this series, we're bringing back some of the most popular and essential episodes to help parents, educators, and school leaders better understand the core principles that make this movement so impactful.In this episode, Dr. David Diener tackles a critical question: What is the true purpose of education? Many assume that education is primarily about college and career readiness, but classical Christian education aims much higher—toward the formation of virtuous, wise, and flourishing human beings. Discover why this timeless approach to learning is more relevant than ever in shaping the next generation.

In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb interviews good friend and other ProveText podcaster Colton Moore. Tune in as they talk about faith, Moore's new book, "Beyond the Horizon: Classical Christian Education", and more. This is an episode you don't want to miss! ***GlossaHouse resources are available at our website! - https://glossahouse.com/✏️ ***Sign up for classes with GlossaHouse U - https://glossahouse.com/pages/classes

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“Why would they change math?! MATH is MATH!!” complained Mr. Incredible in Incredibles 2. Many parents sympathize. What's this new type of math called Singapore Math? Is it just extra work for no reason? And does it fit with Classical and Christian values? Trinity grammar school teacher Sarah Hwang will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

This is Episode 63 of the Consortium Podcast, an academic audio blog of Kepler Education. In this episode, Dr. Scott Postma leads a breakout session on Why Irving Babbitt Matters to the Modern Renewal of Classical Christian Education at the 2024 Consortium conference in Maynard, MA on July 12-13, 2024. Babbitt sought to recover a moral imagination and revive the classical virtues of temperance, justice, courage, and wisdom—even the Christian virtues of faith, hope, and charity—as they were timeless and essential for the cultivation of a balanced and harmonious life. Kepler's Consortiums provide resources and regional connections for Christian families, teachers, and educational organizations to expand the reach of classical education and foster human flourishing for generations to come. The New England Consortium of Classical Educators (NECCE) exists to point New England to the unifying Truth found in Christ and His creation, the Good of fellowship with like-minded individuals, and the Beauty reflected in great works of literature, science, and art, through teaching, conversation, and conferences. Scott Postma is Christian humanist who lives in the chimney of Idaho with his wife of more than 30 years. He has four adult children and (presently) seven delightfully rambunctious grand babies. He is a practitioner of the ancient art of Tsundoku, president of Kepler Education, editor of the The Consortium: A Journal of Classical Christian Education, and teaches dual credit courses for high school students in partnership with Faulkner University and Colorado Christian University .

"How diseased we are as a country mentally. I think part of that is that we don't even know how truth is supposed to impact us anymore, and that is at the core of what it means to do classical Christian education." - Nate Hennessee, Headmaster of Legacy Academy

If God is good and all powerful, why does he allow pain? It's one of the deepest questions Christians wrestle with, and one we pose to our Seniors in their Apologetics class. To help them form an answer, we give them a brilliant little book by CS Lewis. What do our students learn about suffering and God through reading The Problem of Pain?  Trinity apologetics teacher Eric Margrave will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education. Available on Spotify, Google Play, Apple Podcasts, and more!

How can we create spaces where children feel secure, valued, and empowered to thrive? In this episode, Davies Owens is joined by Dr. Noah Brink to explore the transformative power of belonging in the lives of children. Together, they unpack three essential pillars—boundaries, bravery, and belovedness—that help foster meaningful connections at home and in schools. From practical family rituals to insights on celebrating individual gifts within a community, this conversation equips parents and educators to nurture the next generation with confidence and grace. Discover how belonging isn't just a feeling but a cornerstone of raising thoughtful, resilient, and flourishing individuals.Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:ZipCastWilson Hill AcademyAmericas Christian Credit UnionClassic Learning TestGordon CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects Coaching Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

On this encore episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast, we are joined by David Goodwin, president of the Association of Classical Christian Schools and co-author of the book, Battle for the American Mind: Uprooting a Century of Miseducation. If you find this material helpful, please share it with your friends and leave us a five-star rating wherever you listen to your podcasts. Also, don't forget to subscribe to the show, so you'll never miss out when new episodes drop. To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following. David Goodwin Substack: https://davidgoodwin.substack.com/ Battle for the American Mind: Uprooting a Century of Miseducation (book): available wherever you find your favorite books Christian Emergency Alliance: https://www.christianemergency.com/ Follow the Christian Emergency Alliance on Twitter: @ChristianEmerg1 Follow the Christian Emergency Alliance on Facebook: @ChristianEmergency The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance. Soli Deo Gloria

We must make our kids feel happy… right? Keith McCurdy, an experienced family therapist and popular Classical Christian education speaker, argues that following feelings leads to disaster. Instead, the path to growth, maturity, and lasting happiness—at school and home—means embracing healthy struggle.  How can parents and teachers work together to produce thriving, sturdy children? Find out in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens sits down with Emily Harrison to explore the challenge of managing screen time in today's tech-saturated world. Emily, a mother and advocate for reducing screen time, shares practical tips for guiding children through their screen-filled environments, whether at home or in school. Drawing from her experience as a ScreenStrong ambassador and classical Christian educator, Emily provides insights on how to approach technology with wisdom and balance in a way that nurtures both faith and family.Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:ZipCastWilson Hill AcademyAmericas Christian Credit UnionClassic Learning TestGordon CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects Coaching Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

How can students make wise choices when faced with tough decisions? When life offers multiple paths, how do they know which one to take? Do they have the personal convictions to guide them, regardless of the situation or consequences? Personal convictions reflect our deepest values and faith commitments. As we raise the next generation, it's our responsibility to help them develop these deeply held beliefs. Especially as they approach high school, how can we prepare them to make sound decisions, both at home and in the classroom? Join us as we explore this important topic with expert Tami Peterson, founder of Life Architects Coaching on this important episode of BaseCamp Live.Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:ZipCastWilson Hill AcademyAmericas Christian Credit UnionClassic Learning TestGordon CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects Coaching Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

Who killed Fyodor Karamazov? Wealthy, boorish, debauched: the man made many enemies. The prime suspects are his three sons. Was it Dimitri, the hot headed eldest? Ivan, the atheist intellectual? Or young Alyosha, who loves holy living?  This murder mystery is at the heart of Fyodor Dostoyevsky's The Brothers Karamazov. Dostoyevsky's tale is a masterpiece, filled with unforgettable characters, narrative tensions, and theological depth. But are high school seniors up to the task of reading The Brothers Karamazov? Trinity literature teacher Jandy Hardesty will help us find out, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – In "The Cost of Empire," I expose the mainstream attack on Classical Christian Education, using Highlands Latin School as a focal point. This movement challenges secular ideologies, aiming to restore Judeo-Christian values and Western Civilization. As California's SAFETY Act threatens parental rights, parents increasingly seek alternatives in Classical Christian schools nationwide.

Curriculum—it's something most parents rarely think about, unless you're involved in homeschooling or collaborative learning. Even then, you might follow a classical approach without much thought. But curriculum is the software that powers classroom learning, and for those of us who didn't experience classical education, it can seem quite different from what we remember.Where did the traditional history and English classes go? What's all this talk about an integrated curriculum? And most importantly, will this truly prepare our children for the challenges of the modern world?Join us as we explore these questions and more on today's episode of BaseCamp Live!Special Thank You to our Sponsors:ZipCastWilson Hill AcademyAmericas Christian Credit UnionClassic Learning TestGordon CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects Coaching Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

In today's episode, we're exploring a transformative concept championed by Keith McCurdy: the shift from raising children as consumers to nurturing them as contributors. In a world that often prioritizes “me first,” this mindset asks a different question: “How can I help?”But how does this philosophy play out in real life? The Classical School of Wichita put it to the test, and the results are inspiring. Their school culture has been transformed as students have taken ownership—not just of their learning, but of their entire community. From leading projects to supporting each other, these students have become active contributors.Join us as we delve into their journey with Classical School of Wichita teachers Grant Bickell and Evan Adams who share practical ways you can encourage your own children to become contributors, both at home and in school. This is an episode you won't want to miss—right here on BCL!Special Thanks to our sponsors!ZipCastWilson Hill AcademyAmericas Christian Credit UnionClassic Learning TestGordon CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects Coaching Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

Teaching logic to middle schoolers—isn't that asking for trouble? Or perhaps it's just what the doctor ordered: young men and women learning careful, responsible rules of reasonable argument. Still, it takes a bright and brave teacher to guide thirteen-year-olds into the land of logic. Find out how and why it's done, in this friendly guide to Classical Christian Education.

Education is about more than college admissions and job prospects—it's about the formation of the human soul and cultivating in our children a love for the true, the good, and the beautiful. Yet, we still need reliable ways to measure learning. If grades and test performance aren't the focus, how do we realistically assess academic progress? As even colleges move away from traditional standardized tests, finding appropriate and reliable methods for evaluation is more important than ever. In this episode, we explore some of the best tools for measuring progress both in the classroom and at home with Soren Schwab, the VP of Partnerships at the Classic Learning Test. You don't want to miss this episode!Learn more about the great work of the CLT at https://www.cltexam.comSpecial Thanks to our Partners:ZipCastWilson Hill AcademyAmericas Christian Credit UnionClassic Learning TestGutenberg CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects Coaching  Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – The Trivium in Classical Education emphasizes the stages of learning: Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric. Each phase aligns with how students process information, from memorization in early years to critical thinking and communication in later stages. This educational framework leads students toward truth, wisdom, and effective expression, fostering a deeper connection between learning and faith.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – Civic virtue requires honesty and temperance as it provides us with the ability to self-govern. Engaging and being taught in the civic virtues is the only way to maintain a Constitutional Republic. Pursuing a life of value and instructing in civic virtues are two foundational elements of a Classical Christian Education...

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – Classical Christian Education stands in direct contrast to modern public schooling in America. Rooted in Paideia, it focuses on cultivating piety, virtue, and wisdom through enculturation. While public schools promote controversial topics like gender roles, Classical Christian Education seeks to nurture respect, tradition, and moral development, offering a rich, value-driven environment for children.

In today's fast-paced, tech-driven world, it's fair to question the value of students reading long-form books, which are at the heart of a liberal arts classical education. With so much content readily accessible, why do we still turn to these age-old texts, especially when the basic stories and facts are just a click away? Are these classic works still the best way to ground the next generation in God's timeless truths while equipping them to navigate the complexities of the modern age?Join us for a fascinating and enlightening discussion on the enduring relevance of these books in shaping wise and well-rounded individuals. The hosts of the Classical Stuff You Should Know podcast, A.J. Hanenburg and Graeme Donaldson, stop by to share their wisdom about bringing these timeless books to life for their students.Listen to Classical Stuff You Should Know at: https://www.classicalstuff.net/Special thanks to our amazing sponsors who continue to make this show possible!Please check out and support our partners:Wilson Hill AcademyAmericas Christian Credit UnionClassic Learning TestGutenberg CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects Coaching Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.