Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

The Virtue of Ambition: A Panel Discussion

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Join Michael Berndt, director of curriculum at the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, Allison Postell, assistant professor of Philosophy at Hillsdale College, Paul Rahe professor of history and Charles O. Lee and Louise K. Lee chair in the western heritage at Hillsdale College, and Joshua Gibbs, director of the classical teaching institute, for a panel on the classical virtue of ambition.

The four discuss whether the virtue of ambition can exist in a Christian world, ambition in the classical worldview, and the importance of developing excellence.

This panel was held at the Classical Education Forum in February, 2026.

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Vision for a Classical School

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Kayla Cruthers is the Head of School at Ivywood Classical Academy in Plymouth, Michigan. Join Scot Bertram as he and Kayla discuss why classical education is important to a community and how Hillsdale’s K-12 Education Office helped shape her understanding of and vision for an American Classical Education.

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In Defense of Logic

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Paul Mittermeier, Upper School Humanities teacher at Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the importance of formal logic, why formal logic plays such an important role in classical education, and how formal logic helps student improve their reading comprehension.

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Kathleen O’Toole and Matthew Spalding: The Making of the American Mind

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Kathleen O’Toole, associate vice president for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, is joined by Matthew Spalding to discuss his new book, The Making of the American Mind: The Story of our Declaration of Independence, and the importance of teaching American history properly. Matthew Spalding is vice president of Washington Operations and dean of the Van Andel Graduate School of Government at Hillsdale College in Washington, D.C.

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Norms & Nobility: A Panel Discussion

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Join John Peterson, lecturer in education and politics at Hillsdale College, Jonathan Gregg, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, Kevin Gary associate professor of education at Hillsdale College, and Ryan Hammill, executive director of the Ancient Language Institute, for a panel on David Hick's Norms and Nobility: A Treatise on Education.

The four discuss the degree with which classical education is consistent with democracy, the focus on forming students instead of empowering them, and the challenges that modernity poses to classical logic and rhetoric.

This panel was held at the Classical Education Forum in February 2026

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The Generational Impact of a Classical School

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Tina Bolin, literacy coordinator at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland, Idaho, and a literacy trainer with Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her journey from home school teacher to classical school teacher, the unique challenge of teaching teachers, and the joy that comes from seeing students learn to read.

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The Primary Source You Can Hang on the Wall

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Sonja Bindus, teacher support lead for Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss teaching students how to appreciate art, learning from the artistic masters, and how to help students develop artistic skills.

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Contrasting Classical and Progressive Education

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Joshua Villarreal, teacher support lead at Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the classical themes in the film Die Hard, the importance of education in forming character, and the differences between classical and progressive methods of education.

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Kathleen O'Toole & James Hankins: The Golden Thread & Teaching the Western Tradition

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Kathleen O’Toole, associate vice president for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, is joined by James Hankins to discuss the first volume of his co-authored series of textbooks, The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition, and the importance of classical education. James Hankins is a visiting professor of humanities at the Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education at the University of Florida.

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Modeling Excellent Instruction: Hillsdale’s Master Teacher Program

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Julie Apel, assistant headmaster at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss Hillsdale’s Master Teacher Program, what makes a teacher a master teacher, and how the program aligns with classical education principles and best practices.

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Beyond Mere Fact: The Rhetorical Nature of History

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000

John Peterson, assistant director of curriculum at Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the concept of history as rhetoric, the importance of speeches and arguments in history, and how the American education system typically teaches history.

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From Hillsdale K-12 to Hillsdale College: Vivian Stewart and Atlanta Classical Academy

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Vivian Stewart, a student at Hillsdale College and graduate of Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how her experience at a liberal arts school prepared her to study at Hillsdale, building friendships in a new place, and how she's adjusting to the cold weather of southern Michigan.

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Apprenticing Excellence: Inside Hillsdale's School Leader Fellowship Program

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Benjamin Payne, Director of School Leader Support at Hillsdale College’s K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the Hillsdale College K-12 School Leader Fellowship, the diverse range of skills that make a good school leader, and the benefits of joining the Hillsdale College K-12 network.

For more info, and to apply to the School Leader Fellowship, follow this link: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/Schools/School-Leader-Fellowships/

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Kathleen O’Toole and Robert Pondiscio: Combating Doom and Gloom in the Classroom

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Kathleen O’Toole, associate vice president for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, is joined by Robert Pondiscio to discuss a recent essay he wrote on how educators should emphasize resiliency and hope in the classroom. Robert Pondiscio is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) and an affiliate of AEI’s James Q. Wilson Program in K–12 Education Studies, where he focuses on K–12 education, curriculum, teaching, school choice, and charter schooling.

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Classical Education 101

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Julie Apel, assistant headmaster at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what makes classical education different, why there is a renewed interest in classical education, and what students can expect to learn in a classical classroom.

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Mastering Art: Using Narration to Boost Engagement and Mastery

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Abigail Teska, lower and upper school art teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss using narration to help students understand artistic concepts, how to help students understand a work of art, and what narration activities students respond to the best.

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How IEW Helps Students Enjoy Reading

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Jennifer Jackett, a fifth grade teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, and Julia McNeely, director of Title I at Seven Oaks Classical School, join host Scot Bertram to discuss the Institute for Excellence in Writing curriculum, principles for better writing, and how writing helps students succeed throughout a school's curriculum.

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Virtue and Reframing for Students

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Ben Payne, director of leader support for Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss helping students build emotional durability, focusing on developing virtue over value, and the essential principles when helping students to reframe their attitudes.

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Kathleen O'Toole & Christopher Nadon: The Tension between "Lived Experience" and Student Learning

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Kathleen O’Toole, associate vice president for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, is joined by Christopher Nadon to discuss a recent essay he wrote on how educators are failing their students by embracing the importance of “lived experience.” Christopher Nadon (B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Chicago) has taught political philosophy and humanities at Emet Classical Academy, Claremont McKenna College, Trinity College, and Kyev-Mohyla Academy. He writes on the character and history of republican government understood as self-rule in authors such as Herodotus, Xenophon, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Sarpi, Hobbes, Locke, Tocqueville, and Lincoln.

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Starting a Classical School In Alaska

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Stephen Cox, a founding board member of Thomas More Classical School in Anchorage, Alaska, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his role in starting a classical school in Alaska, the decision to make Thomas More Classical School a private institution, and the process of becoming a Hillsdale College K-12 Education partner school.

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Cultivating the Moral Imagination Through Stories: An Introduction to Core Virtues

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Gabrielle Lewis, a teacher support lead and Core Virtues director at Hillsdale College’s K-12 Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the relaunched Core Virtues program, cultivating the moral imagination through stories, and how schools can utilize the Core Virtues program.

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Teaching Students the Elements of Analysis

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Justin Jackson, English professor and Edrie Seward Kennedy Chair in English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his upcoming co-authored book on teaching students the elements of analysis, the art of close analysis, and what texts teachers should use to teach close analysis.

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How to Teach a Short Story

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Benedict Whalen, associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why short stories are worth studying, how to prepare your class to learn from a short story, and why reading short stories out loud can help your students better understand them.

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Writing Letters of Recommendation and Advising Resume Creation

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Jenny Pridgeon, director of field recruitment for the Admissions Office at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the art of writing a memorable letter of recommendation, how to stand out from other college applicants, and activities that students should include on their high school resume.

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On the Least Interesting Parts of Great Books: Melville and Homer

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Jason Lund, upper school humanities teacher and senior thesis coordinator at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland, Idaho, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the least interesting parts of great books, how Homer's list of ships in The Iliad relates to the poem's themes, and the importance of the extracts in Melville's Moby Dick.

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Dr. Kathleen O'Toole Discusses Self Authoring for High School Students with Dr. Daniel Higgins

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Daniel Higgins, one of the founders of the Self Authoring and Understand Myself programs, joins Kathleen O’Toole, associate vice president for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, to discuss the Self Authoring Suite, how students can benefit from the "Future Authoring" process, and the nuances of Aristotle and Plato.

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Leading Idaho Novus Classical Academy

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Vincent Kane, head of school at Idaho Novus Classical Academy in Boise, Idaho, delivers a lecture on how classical education helps bolster Western Civilization.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Western Civilization” in April 2025. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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OptimalWork Applications at the K-12 Level

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Colin Mullaney, director of operations at Hillsdale College’s K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss Dr. Kevin Majeres’ OptimalWork platform, how to apply OptimalWork in the classroom, and how to help students bring their highest ideals into each day.

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Leading Cincinnati Classical Academy

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Michael Rose, headmaster and superintendent at Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio, delivers a lecture on the rewarding life of a classical school leader.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Reading and Writing” in March 2025. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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Anti-Aging Research and its Implications

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Andrew Russell, associate professor of biology at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss developing research in anti-aging methods, the importance of diet and exercise, and the ethics of extended lifespans.

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Leading Orange County Classical Academy

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Semi Park, headmaster at Orange County Classical Academy in Orange County, California, delivers a lecture on how to lead students to truly pursue happiness.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Upper School Literature” in February 2025. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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Forming a Student’s Affection for Beauty in Art

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Monica Dix, art teacher at Naples Classical Academy in Naples, Florida, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss developing a student's aesthetic sensibilities, teaching Renaissance art, and whether or not artistic students should attend art school.

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Leading Pineapple Cove Classical Academies

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Kelly Gunter, director of school operations at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in Brevard County, Florida, delivers a lecture on instilling good habits in a student body.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: American History” in January 2025. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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Dr. Kathleen O'Toole Discusses New Digital Writing Tool, Essay.app, with Julian Peterson

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Julian Peterson, son of bestselling author and clinical psychologist Jordan Peterson, joins Kathleen O’Toole, associate vice president for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, to discuss his new digital writing tool Essay.app, constructing an argument, and the importance of learning the art of writing.

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Leading Lake Country Classical Academy

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Margaret Hagedorn, head principal at Lake Country Classical Academy in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, delivers a lecture on how leadership helps build a healthy school culture.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: The Sciences” in November 2024. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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Leading Atlanta Classical Academy

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Joshua Andrew, Head of School at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, delivers a lecture on the joys and difficulties of leading a classical school.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Mathematics” in October 2024. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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Navigating the College Application Process

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Megan Wagner, college counselor at Lake Country Classical Academy in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what parents and teachers should know about college applications, how to tell if a college is right for you, and the kind of activities that college admissions boards look for in students.

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Celebrating Constitution Day

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Zak Dombrowski, upper school humanities teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how teachers can help students celebrate Constitution Day, where to find resources for civic education, and how the Declaration of Independence informs the Constitution.

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Leading Seven Oaks Classical School

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:54:28 +0000

Stephen Shipp, headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, delivers a lecture on the rewarding life of a classical school leader.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Children's Literature” in September 2024. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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The Aristotelian Conception of Habit

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Allison Postell, assistant professor of philosophy at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how we develop habits, the Aristotelian understanding of habit, and how to break bad habits.

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The Foundation of Western Civilization: Ancient Greece and Rome

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 15:19:58 +0000

Kenneth Calvert, professor of history at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the intellectual roots of western civilization.

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How Can Mathematics Help Develop a Moral Compass?

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

David Yu, dean of students at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado in Windsor, Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how mathematics helps students develop a moral compass, how to create a sense of wonder in the classroom, and how to prioritize the Good, True, and Beautiful in education.

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Teaching Literature to Elementary Students

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Karissa Moschel, 4th grade teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, delivers a lecture on the importance of high-quality literature in elementary education.

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How to Maintain a Rich and Well-Ordered Learning Environment

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Jenny Mulvey, fourth grade teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss maintaining a rich and well-ordered classroom, engaging students in their work, and setting up your classroom to prevent needless distraction.

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Teaching American History to Middle and High School Students

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Steven Battaglia, history and Latin teacher and assistant headmaster of the Upper School at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, delivers a lecture on how to teach American history to upper school students.

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Mission-Driven Extracurriculars

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Ian Nugent, assistant principal and philosophy teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, and Aaron Schepps, upper school principal and literature teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, join host Scot Bertram to discuss how to build mission-driven extracurricular for students, how to gauge the success of extracurricular activities, and some activities that schools can implement.

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Using Labs in Upper School Science Class

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Claire Marie Huff, science department chair and upper school dean of students for girls at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, delivers a lecture on how to use labs to enhance upper school education.

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The Children's Garden: Integrating Nature and Literature

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Kimberly Miller, librarian at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the importance of outdoor activities to pedagogy, how outdoor spaces help spark the imagination and creativity of children, and book recommendations for outdoor story time.

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Teaching Poetry in Grammar School

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Elizabeth Offord, curriculum director at Lafayette Academy in Lake St. Louis, Missouri, delivers a lecture on how teach poetic recitation to students in grammar school.

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The History of American Education

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

John Peterson, Assistant Director of Curriculum at Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the history of American education, the ideological basis for progressive education, and the roots of classical education.

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Teaching Literature Through the Seminar Method

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

John Peterson, assistant director of curriculum at Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, delivers a lecture on how the seminar method improves literature instruction.

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What Makes an Award Winning School?

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Stephen Shipp, headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss Seven Oaks winning The Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching, encouraging firm and kind leadership, and developing an excellent school culture.

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Using Labs in Elementary Science Class

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Jennifer Jackett, 5th grade teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, delivers a lecture on how to use labs to enhance elementary education.

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Supporting Art Instruction over Summer Break

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Abigail Teska, art teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime art instruction, simple and meaningful art activities, and how families can engage with great works of art over the summer.

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Why Grammar Instruction Matters in Elementary School

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Penny Jenson, dean of lower school at Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio, delivers a lecture on the importance of grammatical instruction during a student's elementary years.

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Supporting P.E. Instruction Over Summer Break

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Przemyslaw Grzesiak, physical education teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime physical education instruction, how to encourage the spirit of competition, and how to get a workout on a rainy day.

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Why You Should Read and Teach Dante

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Stephen Smith, dean of the humanities and professor of English at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the themes of freedom, education, and leadership in Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy.

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Supporting Science Instruction Over Summer Break

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Lisa Roberts, science teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime science instruction, how keeping a journal can help students retain information, and the educational value of playing outside.

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The Principles of Literacy Instruction

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Jennifer Mills, Title I coordinator at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, delivers a lecture on the importance of phonics as the foundation of literacy.

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Supporting History Instruction Over Summer Break

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Bryce Horswell, teacher support lead for Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime history instruction, summer activities that help improve a student's appreciation of history, and the many educational resources that local libraries provide.

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Grammar as a Liberal Art

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Benjamin Beier, chairman and associate professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on grammar and the development of the liberal arts.

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Supporting Literature Instruction Over Summer Break

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Sam Foat, dean of upper school at Treasure Coast Classical Academy in Stuart, Florida, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime literature instruction, how to encourage students to read over the summer, and how leisure activities can supplement that reading.

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The Middle Ages: Their Meaning and Enduring Significance

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Charles C. Yost, assistant professor of medieval history at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how the Middle Ages were instrumental in developing Western Civilization.

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Supporting Math Instruction Over Summer Break

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Nikki Teeple, lower school math specialist at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime mathematics instruction, promoting wonder and discovery, and examples of fun daily practices to keep students sharp.

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Forming the Imagination Through Literature

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Joshua Villarreal, Teacher Support Lead for Hillsdale College K-12, delivers a lecture on how literature forms a student's moral imagination.

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Summer Break for the Classical Teacher

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Tomek Grzesiak, fourth grade teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how classical teachers can best use their summer break, activities that can help teachers make their summer productive, and methods for reviewing the previous year of work to make adjustments.

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Whitman, Melville, and the Poetry of the Civil War

Thu, 29 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Kelly Scott Franklin, associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the Civil War poetry of Walt Whitman and Herman Melville.

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Supporting Virtue Instruction Over Summer Break

Mon, 26 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Colin Mullaney, assistant director for school leader development for Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime virtue instruction, family activities that naturally promote virtue, and how to beat summer laziness.

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Practical Structures for Teaching Close Reading

Thu, 22 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Aaron Schepps, upper school principal at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, delivers a lecture on practical tips for teaching students to read closely.

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Hallmarks of a Classical Summer

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Sonja Bindus, teacher support lead for Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss making the most of the summer, minimizing screen time, and summer activities that are both fun and educational.

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The Value of Diagramming Sentences

Thu, 15 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Daniel Coupland, dean of the Diana Davis Spencer Graduate School of Classical Education and professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how diagramming sentences makes students better at language.

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The Necessity of Summer Break

Mon, 12 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Mike Roberts, headmaster at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why summer break helps support students, teachers, administrators, and parents in the pursuit of a classical education.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Practical Tips for Teaching Western Civilization in Elementary School

Thu, 08 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Kenneth Calvert, professor of history at Hillsdale College and former headmaster of Hillsdale Academy, delivers a lecture on making the ancient world exciting for young students.

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Governing a Hillsdale Classical School

Mon, 05 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Jed Hartings, founder and current board chair of Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to build a school's board, how to locate a building for a school, and how Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office assists in school governance.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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The Progressive Revolution

Thu, 01 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Paul Moreno, the William and Berniece Grewcock Chair in Constitutional History, professor of history, and dean of social sciences at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the rise of progressivism and the administrative state.

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Portrait of a Graduate

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Stephen Shipp, headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss developing a "Portrait of a Graduate" to help guide your students, setting proper expectations for your graduates, and keeping true to your school's mission over the years.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Discussions for Discovery in Mathematics

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Sam Clausen, upper school mathematics teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, delivers a lecture on how to use discussion as a tool in mathematics instruction.

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Why Is There So Much Math in Science Class?

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Michael Tripepi, assistant professor of physics at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the daily realities of teaching in a science classroom, the best methods for keeping students engaged, and the relationship between science and mathematics.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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History: The Most Humanizing of the Arts

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Wilfred McClay, the Victor Davis Hanson Chair in Classical History and Western Civilization at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how history helps us better understand ourselves.

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Inspiring Teachers to Inspire Students

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Steven Battaglia, history and Latin teacher and assistant headmaster of the upper school at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss building a school culture, what resources are available to school leaders to inspire teachers, and how inspired teachers help to inspire students.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Chemistry in a Classical Curriculum

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:28:45 +0000

Matthew Young, dean of natural sciences and professor of chemistry at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how chemistry and the other natural sciences factor into a classical education.

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The Legacy of Calvin Coolidge

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Dr. Vincent Kane, head of school at Idaho Novus Classical Academy in Eagle, Idaho, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss president Calvin Coolidge's upbringing and political legacy, what we can learn from Coolidge's presidency, and how classical education fulfills Coolidge's federalist vision for the United States.

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Teaching The Little Prince

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

J. A. Jackson, chair and professor of English at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how to teach The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.

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The History and Philosophy of Physical Education

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Michael Roberts, headmaster at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the development of physical education in ancient Greece, how to make fitness a life-long passion for students, and where physical education fits into a classical education.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Enduring Principles of the American Founding

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Paul Moreno, the William and Berniece Grewcock Chair in Constitutional History and professor of history at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the foundational principles of the American Founding as enumerated in the Constitution.

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The Path to a Classical School – One Student’s Tale

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Lindsay Horton, institutional advancement associate at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her family’s decision to move to Michigan so she could attend Hillsdale Academy, how classical education shaped her, and how she has used her classical education in her professional career.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Science and the Modern Spirit

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Michael Berndt, director of curriculum in the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, delivers a lecture on how to reconcile science and modern thought in a classical classroom.

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Reclaiming Science Through Classical Education

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Emily Williams, dean of faculty at Kootenai Classical Academy in Post Falls, Idaho, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her journey from public to classical education, how science education can fail students, and how to use classical methods to reclaim a proper view of science education.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Mathematics and Humor

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

David Gaebler, associate professor of mathematics at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how to use humor to help students understand mathematical concepts.

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Raising the Standard for Standardized Tests

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Jonathan Gregg, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how standardized tests can help supplement a classical education, the best methods for prepping students for standardized tests without compromising quality pedagogy, and what parents and teachers should know about standardized tests.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Teaching American History to Elementary Students

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Sarah Martin, curriculum coach at St. Johns Classical Academy in Fleming Island, Florida, delivers a lecture on teaching American history to elementary students and the best methods for keeping history exciting.

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An Explanation of English Spelling

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Elizabeth Offord, curriculum director and literacy specialist at Lafayette Academy in Lake St Louis, Missouri, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why teaching morphology is important, how morphology contributes to literacy, and why morphology is associated with classical education.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Teaching Science Classically in the Modern World

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Emily Williams, dean of faculty at Kootenai Classical Academy in Post Falls, Idaho, delivers a lecture on the history of science education and how teaching classically can help students strive for what is true, good, and beautiful.

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“February Freeze” on Screen Time: A Student-Led Initiative

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Josh Andrew, head of school at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss Atlanta Classical's "February Freeze" initiative, the negative social impact of screen time, and how to make sure that students don't feel like they're missing out without screens.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Why I Lead a Classical School

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Josh Andrew, head of school at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, delivers a lecture on the need for quality leadership in classical schools.

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Engaging Students in Math Class Through Storytelling

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Carrie O’Brien, assistant director of Teacher Support in the Hillsdale K-12 Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her work with the Teacher Support team, the science of memory, and how to use storytelling to help students remember math concepts.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Teaching 'Tales From Shakespeare'

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Benedict Whalen, associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how to teach Tales From Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb to young children.

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Teaching Music History: A Classical Approach

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Noah Bush, music teacher at Orange County Classical Academy in Orange, California, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what attracted him to teaching at a classical school, how to make classical music exciting for young students, and the importance of music appreciation education.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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The Philosophical and Humane Nature of Science

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

David Diener, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how philosophy and theology should inform the way we teach the sciences.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: The Sciences,” in February 2024. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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How to Combat Screen Addiction

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Melanie Hempe, founder of Screen Strong, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to prevent your children from forming a lifelong screen addiction, simple tips for reducing screen time, and how to answer questions from other parents.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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The Real American Founding

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Paul Moreno, the William and Berniece Grewcock Chair in Constitutional History and professor of history at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the history of slavery and the American Founding.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: American History,” in April 2024. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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An Overview of Science in a Hillsdale K-12 School

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Emily Williams, dean of faculty and science teacher at Kootenai Classical Academy in Post Falls, Idaho, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how the sciences fit into the overall goal of Hillsdale K-12 schools, how to instill a feeling of wonder in students, and how to best integrate experiments into science instruction.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Practical Tips for Science Instruction

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Tari Thiery, high school science teacher at Hozho Academy in Gallup, New Mexico, delivers a lecture on a series of practical tips science teachers can use to improve their classroom.

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Journey to Teaching at a Hillsdale School

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Chrystie Klingbeil, upper school math teacher and department chair at St. John's Classical School in Fleming Island, Florida, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her journey from classical school parent to teacher, the fruits she's seen in her own children's lives from their classical education, and the unique difficulties of teaching your own children in a classroom setting.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Teaching the U.S. Constitution

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Adam Carrington, associate professor and co-director of the Ashbrook Center at Ashland University, delivers a lecture on how to make the Constitution exciting for young students.

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Exercise Routines in Classical P.E.

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Damon Gibbons, dean of lower school students and P.E. faculty member at Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how classical education encourages students to tackle difficult tasks, why schools shouldn’t dismiss physical education, and good online resources for P.E. instructors.

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Science and the Liberal Arts

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Michael Berndt, assistant director of curriculum for the K-12 Education Office at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how the liberal arts can help us better appreciate the sciences.

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Classical Education is for All Students

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Janice Dahnke, director of student services at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her work assisting students with disabilities in classical classrooms, the universal nature of a classical education, and the importance of the classroom setting in accommodating students with special needs.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Mathematics in Classical Education

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Jonathan Gregg, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the different philosophies in mathematical education.

This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Mathematics,” in November 2023. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.

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How a Liberal Arts Education Prepared Me to Teach Internationally

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Anna Cannon '22, Religion, History, and Basketball teacher at a school in Iraq, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss difficult students, teaching in a foreign country, and how interacting with Iraqi students has made her a better teacher.

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What is the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence?

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 21:39:30 +0000

The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom. Hillsdale College’s K-12 Classical Education Podcast is bringing these presentations directly to your podcast feed in this new series.

This week: Host Scot Bertram sits down with Kathleen O’Toole, assistant provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, to give a brief introduction to the work of the Hoogland Center and how listeners can participate in future events.

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Supporting Virtue Instruction at Home

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Colin Mullaney, assistant director of School Leader Support at Hillsdale K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how parents can help instill virtue in students, the work required for moral excellence, and the importance of cultivating a moral imagination.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

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Restoring Science to the Classical Liberal Arts Tradition

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

David Diener, Assistant Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss restoring science to the classical tradition, problems with modern conceptions of science, and how philosophy and science work in tandem with the other disciplines in the liberal arts.

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Teaching Virtue Through Music

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Cassie Crosby, director of fine arts at St. John’s Classical Academy in Fleming Island, Florida, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what makes a classical music education different, how music is inseparable from the classical tradition, and the community built among students, teachers, and parents during musical performances.

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The Nature of the Gothic and the Writings of John Ruskin

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Catherine Sims Kuiper, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the work of English writer John Ruskin, the nature of gothic art, and how Ruskin’s principles can help us better teach students.

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Classical Physical Education for Modern Times

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Nathan Neveau, athletic director at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the classical tradition of physical education, the best practices for running a physical education class, and what role sports play in a well-ordered education.

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Storytelling in the History Classroom

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Thomas Cox, Latin and Greek teacher at The Heights School in Potomac, Maryland, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to engage students in history class through storytelling and how to teach students to tell compelling stories, and he explains the process behind his co-authored textbooks Becoming Greece and Becoming Rome.

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A Tale of Two Revolutions

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Nathan Schlueter, professor of Philosophy and Religion at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the differences between the American and French revolutions, growing intellectual movements critical of the American Revolution, and the importance of cultivating the virtue of statesmanship.

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An Overview of Math at a Hillsdale K-12 School

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Gwen Yarbrough, teacher support lead with the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Teacher Support Team, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what it means to teach mathematics classically, what a healthy classroom looks like, and what material Hillsdale’s K-12 Office recommends.

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Building Your School’s Theatre Program

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Christopher Matsos, chairman and associate professor of theatre at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the unique benefits of theatre programs, how to develop a theatre program on a budget, and how to utilize theatre resources granted to Hillsdale College K-12 member schools.

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Classical Education and College Prep

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Jon Balsbaugh, associate professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how a "college prep mindset" often clashes with classical education, managing parent expectations, and how administrators can best communicate the priorities of their school to parents.

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An Overview of Latin at a Hillsdale K-12 School

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Steven Battaglia, Latin and upper school History teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why students should learn Latin, when schools should start Latin education, and how Latin teachers can foster joy in the classroom.

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How Literature Shapes the Souls of Young People

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Karissa Moschel (McCarthy), a fourth-grade teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to read to students, letting students reach their own conclusions, and some practical tips for improving your student's moral imagination.

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Learning to be a Student

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Ian Nugent, assistant principal and History and Philosophy teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss forming virtuous students, helping students narrate their education, and showing students that their success means something to you.

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Valuing Virtue

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Colin Mullaney, assistant director of School Leader Support at Hillsdale K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to instill virtue in students, prioritize school culture, and balance life as a school leader.

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My First Year Teaching Classically

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Amber Nolan, third grade teacher at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss prepping for her first year as a classical school teacher, learning lessons during that first year, and working with parents.

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The History of Classical Education in America

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Jose Arevalo, post-doctoral fellow at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the roots of classical education in America, how the progressives changed American education, and the revival of Great Books courses.

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Welcoming Students with Special Needs in a Classical Classroom

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Janice Dahnke, director of student services at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss accommodating students with disabilities, how to prepare for a student with special needs, and the power of humor to diffuse stressful interactions with students.

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Jeffery Rogers: Building Boys to Men

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Jeffery Rogers, associate dean of men at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the misconceptions that American culture has about boys, the importance of male role models, and how to raise men capable of facing adversity.

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Matt Stone: First Year Teachers – Like Drinking from a Fire Hydrant

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Matt Stone, director of new schools at Liberty Classical Schools, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how schools can support new teachers, how to grow into your role as a classroom leader, and how peers can best support first-year teachers.

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Abigail Teska: The Purpose of Art Education

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Abigail Teska, art teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, and master teacher with Hillsdale College’s K-12 Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what defines a Hillsdale art education, how a classical art education differs from other approaches, and the ultimate purpose of art education.

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Gloria Suarez: Engineer to Classical Teacher

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Gloria Suarez, math teacher at Ascent Colorado Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her educational journey into engineering, how homeschooling taught her vital skills for her teaching career, and how she has navigated the world of classical education with her STEM background.

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Benedict Whalen: Falling in Love with Literature

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Benedict Whalen, associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the best methods for giving students a life-long appreciation for the rich tradition of literature.

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Christopher Matsos: Teaching Shakespeare in Two Weeks

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Christopher Matsos, chairman and associate professor of Theatre at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to lay out his vision for teaching Shakespeare to K-12 students through a two-week workshop.

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Peter Jennings: Leadership in Athletics

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Peter Jennings, associate professor of leadership studies at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the origins of athletic competition in antiquity, why athletics are an integral part of a well-rounded classical education, and whether or not sports build character.

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Rachel Holland: Music and Classical Education

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Rachel Holland, music teacher and department head at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her love for musical theater, the unique nature of music programs at Hillsdale-affiliated schools, and the power of student participation.

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Wilfred McClay: Teaching American History

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Wilfred McClay, the Victor Davis Hanson Chair in Classical History and Western Civilization at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the state of American history education in the United States and his textbook Land of Hope: An Invitation to the Great American Story.

This is the first in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: American History.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Matthew Young: The Great Principles of Chemistry

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Matthew Young, dean of natural sciences and professor of chemistry at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how chemistry fits into the liberal arts.

This is the first in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: The Sciences.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Lisa Becker: Bringing Classical Education to Rural Nevada

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Lisa Becker, Hillsdale alumna and founding board member at Nevada Classical Academy Elko, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her time as a Hillsdale student, her decision to help start a public charter school in northeast Nevada, and some of the challenges she’s faced in founding a new school.

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Jordan Blackstone: What it Takes to be a School Leader

Mon, 27 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Jordan Blackstone, school leader fellow at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her decision to dedicate her life to education, how she discovered the Hillsdale College K-12 Education fellowship, and what lessons she’s learned over the course of the program.

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Nikki Teeple: Playing Games in Mathematics Class

Mon, 20 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Nikki Teeple, math coordinator at Atlanta Classical Academy, delivers a speech on how to use simple games to make mathematics enjoyable for students.

This is the fourth in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Mathematics.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Jonathan Gregg: Asking Great Questions in Math

Mon, 13 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Jonathan Gregg, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a speech on how asking your students questions can improve their understanding of mathematics.

This is the third in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Mathematics.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Kathleen O'Toole: Is Classical Education Political?

Mon, 06 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Kathleen O'Toole, assistant provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss whether or not classical education is political, why the study of politics is so important, and the nuances of a well-ordered education in politics.

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Kristina Vourax: Starting a Classical Charter School

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Kristina Vourax, public relations manager for Hillsdale College's K-12 Education office and founding board president of Lake Country Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the best practices for starting a charter school, the impact of teacher-led education, and how to utilizes resources granted to Hillsdale College K-12 member schools.

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Carrie O'Brien: Practical Tips for Teaching Mathematics

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Carrie O’Brien, classical pedagogy trainer for the Hillsdale K-12 Education Office, lays out a series practical tips for teaching the principles of mathematics.

This is the second in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Mathematics.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Stephen Shipp: Achieving Excellence in Literacy

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Stephen Shipp, headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss Seven Oaks’ excellent results in Indiana state literacy assessments, the power of reading out loud to students, and a recent grant allowing his school to build its own library.

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Thomas Treloar: How to Think About Mathematics

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Thomas Treloar, chairman and professor of mathematics at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the foundational nature of Euclid’s The Elements.

This is the first in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Mathematics.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Eric Stennett: Transitioning from Public to Classical Education

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Eric Stennett, head of schools at Penn Woods Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his transition from public education to classical education, how he discovered the world of classical education, and how school leaders can best take advantage of Hillsdale’s K-12 resources.

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Matthew Sauer: The College Admissions Process

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Matthew Sauer, associate director of Admissions at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the lessons he learned in his college search, the dos and don'ts of the college interview, and the things students often ignore when making their final decision.

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Matthew Sauer: Admissions and the Classical Student

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Matthew Sauer, associate director of Admissions at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his experiences as a Hillsdale student, the unique challenges and benefits that students of classical schools face in the admissions process, and the effect of grade inflation on admission decisions.

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Daniel Coupland: Tried and True Pedagogy

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 04:05:00 +0000

Daniel Coupland, dean of the Diana Davis Spencer Graduate School of Classical Education and professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a speech on his book Tried & True: A Primer on Sound Pedagogy.

This is the ninth in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children’s literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Jonathan Gregg: Teaching Wonder-Fully

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Jonathan Gregg, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a speech on pedagogy and the Socratic method.

This is the eight in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children’s literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Michael Berndt: Liberal Arts and Natural Sciences

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Michael Berndt, assistant director of curriculum for Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the classical approach to teaching the natural sciences, how science is imperative for a well-rounded classical education, and how parents can inspire their children to study the sciences.

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Benedict Whalen: How to Teach a Poem

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 05:05:00 +0000

Benedict Whalen, associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, delivers a speech on the methods of teaching lyric poetry in the classroom.

This is the seventh in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children’s literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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David Whalen: The Beauty of the Poetic Imagination

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 05:05:00 +0000

David Whalen, associate vice president for curriculum and professor of English at Hillsdale College, delivers a speech on the lost beauty of the poetic imagination.

This is the sixth in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children’s literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Michael Berndt: A Life in Classical Education

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:05:00 +0000

Michael Berndt, assistant director of curriculum for Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss growing up in classical education, how his upbringing prepared him to teach in a classroom, and the nature of man as described in the Western tradition.

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Betsy Helton: The Power of a Good School Culture

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Betsy Helton, assistant headmaster for the grammar school at Seven Oaks Classical School, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her roundabout journey to classical education, lessons she’s learned in the classroom, and how a good school culture can have a lasting impact on students.

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Tim Allen: Building a School From The Ground Up

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Tim Allen, founding principal at Southeast Ohio Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the process of founding a new classical school, his love for classical education, and advice he would give to aspiring leaders in the classical education movement.

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Joshua Villarreal: Developing a Good School Culture

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Joshua Villarreal, classical pedagogy trainer at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss developing a good school culture, the difficult task of directing the flow of student traffic, and some simple tips that helped improve his teaching.

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Isaac Johnson: Looking for Leaders for Classical Schools

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 05:05:00 +0000

Issac Johnson, dean of student life at Cincinnati Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the need for leaders at classical schools around the country, how you can help solve the problem, and the struggles and joys that come from holding such a position.

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Ian Nugent: In Defense of School Uniforms

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Ian Nugent, assistant principal and History and Philosophy teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the benefits of school uniforms and his article "An Apology for Uniforms."

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Daniel Coupland: Friendship in The Wind in the Willows

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Daniel Coupland, dean of Masters in Classical Education and professor of Education at Hillsdale College, delivers the second portion of a speech on how stories form our moral imagination. In this portion, he uses the example of Kenneth Grahame's The Wind in the Willows.

This is the fifth in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children's literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Daniel Coupland: The Formative Power of Children's Literature

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Daniel Coupland, dean of the Diana Davis Spencer Graduate School of Classical Education and professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers the first portion of a speech on how stories form our moral imagination.

This is the fourth in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children’s literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Benjamin Beier: The Genius of Mother Goose

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 19:19:07 +0000

Benjamin Beier, chairman and associate professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers the second portion of a speech on the hidden depth of the nursery rhymes of Mother Goose.

This is the third in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children's literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Benjamin Beier: Some Good Books for Children and the Childlike

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Benjamin Beier, chairman and associate professor of Education at Hillsdale College, delivers the first portion of a speech on what makes a "Great" book and what children's books should teach us.

The second in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children's literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 education office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

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Dwight Lindley: Teaching A Christmas Carol

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Dwight Lindley, associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to offer his advice on how best to teach Charles Dickens’ masterpiece A Christmas Carol and discusses his upcoming online course covering it.

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Daniel Coupland: Hillsdale College’s Graduate School of Classical Education

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Daniel Coupland, Dean of Masters in Classical Education and Professor of Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the Hillsdale College’s Graduate School of Classical Education. He explains the values behind the creation of the program, the new hybrid remote option for students outside of Hillsdale, Michigan, and how interested educators can apply.

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Amy Listro: Living What You Believe

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Amy Listro, lower school principal at Northwest Classical Academy in Kennesaw, Georgia, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the journey from homeschooling her children to working as an administrator at a classical school, why parents overvalue AP credits, and how a Hillsdale Online Course helped change her views on education.

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Julie Apel: The Art of Teaching

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

First in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar on the art of teaching children's literature. The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 education office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background.

Julie Apel, assistant headmaster at Hillsdale Academy, delivers a speech on her journey to Classical Education, lessons she's learned after years in the classroom, and what classical education can teach us about human nature.

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Maegen Satcher: The Foundations of Literacy

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Maegen Satcher, classical pedagogy trainer with Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her love for phonics, why she chose to return to teaching after a hiatus, and how she instructs teachers on the Literacy Essentials reading method.

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Samuel Musser: Education as Vocation

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Samuel Musser, student at Hillsdale’s Diana Davis Spencer Graduate School of Classical Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his journey from undergrad to graduate school, how Hillsdale’s Graduate School of Classical Education accommodates different career paths, and how best to prepare to write a graduate thesis.

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Sonja Bindus: Preschool and Early Development

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Sonja Bindus, classical pedagogy trainer for the Hillsdale K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to help preschoolers thrive, her history with Mary Randall Preschool on Hillsdale College's campus, and what experienced teachers can learn from first-time teachers.

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Jenny Mulvey: What Makes a Good Teacher

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Jenny Mulvey, science lead at Golden View Classical Academy and Hillsdale K-12 master teacher, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the qualities that make a great teacher, her responsibilities as a science lead, and what attracted her to Golden View Classical Academy.

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Lawton Hawkins: From Law to Latin

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Lawton Hawkins, Latin teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his transition from working as a lawyer at Coca-Cola to teaching Latin, his tips for measuring success in the classroom, and the school culture at Atlanta Classical.

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Gwen Yarbrough: Preparing Teachers for the Classroom

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Gwen Yarbrough, classical pedagogy trainer with the Teacher Support Team at Hillsdale College K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the benefits of the Singapore Math system, her career in classical education, and her responsibilities as a classical pedagogy trainer.

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Leaders Learning From Leaders

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 04:04:00 +0000

Every year, Hillsdale College grants a school the Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching. The prize recognizes schools that focus attention on teaching and promote the principles of classical liberal arts education. St. Johns Classical Academy in Fleming Island, Florida, was a finalist this year.

Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College Kathleen O’Toole interviews Daniel “Matt” Johnson, headmaster at St. John’s Classical Academy, about the difficulties of starting a new school and the benefits of membership in the Barney Charter School Initiative.

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Profile of a Prize-winning School

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Every year, Hillsdale College grants a school the Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching. The prize recognizes schools that focus attention on teaching and promote the principles of classical liberal arts education. This year, the College granted the award to Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia.

Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College Kathleen O'Toole interviews Josh Andrew, Head of School at Atlanta Classical Academy, about what separates Atlanta Classical Academy from its peers and how his teachers work every day to instill a sense of wonder in their students.

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Nathan Neveau: Athletics and the Human Person

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Nathan Neveau, athletic director at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his journey from Hillsdale Chargers basketball player to Hillsdale Academy administrator, the process of running an athletic program, and what he finds unique about Hillsdale Academy.

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Gabrielle Lewis: Teaching How to Teach

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Gabrielle Lewis, classical pedagogy trainer for Hillsdale K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her time as a Hillsdale student, her responsibilities as a classical pedagogy trainer, and how best to instruct teachers on the ins and outs of classical education.

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Ben Boyle: Education and The Western Rhetorical Tradition

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Ben Boyle, a student in the Graduate School of Classical Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his path to Hillsdale's Graduate School of Classical Education, how Dante influences his educational philosophy, and the tension between Philosophy and Rhetoric in the Western Tradition.

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Sam Clausen: Calculus and Classics

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Sam Clausen, Upper-School Math Teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, GA and Hillsdale College K-12 Master Teacher, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what attracted him to classical education, how Mathematics compliment the humanities, and how to inspire students to love Math.

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John Punt: Music and Human Flourishing

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 04:05:00 +0000

John Punt, Music Teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville (Ind.) and Hillsdale K-12 Master Teacher, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his journey to teaching at a Classical School, why Music is fundamental to a Classical Education, and how it can bolster the rest of a student's curriculum.

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Michael Clark: Economics for High School Students

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Michael Clark, Associate Professor of Economics and Wallace and Marion Reemelin Chair in Free Market Economics at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to teach High School students Economics and how Economics fits into a classical education.

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Undercover Reading: Summer Learning Series

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 04:10:00 +0000

Tomek Grzesiak, 4th Grade Teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Mich.), joins host Scot Bertram on the third installment of our Summer Learning Series, focused on how students and parents can enjoy a fun and enriching summer with some academic activities. In this episode, Tomek lays out simple strategies for keeping your kids reading despite all the distractions the summer months bring.

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Emily Williams: From New York City to Idaho

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Emily Williams, Upper School Faculty Chair at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland (Idaho) and a Master Teacher for Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her transition from New York City schools to classical education in Idaho, why her mom was right about her future profession, and the importance of culture in a school and inside a classroom.

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Carrie O'Brien: Singapore Math and Middle School

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Carrie O'Brien, Classical Pedagogy Trainer for Hillsdale K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the characteristics of middle schoolers, tough concepts to teach in Singapore Math, and what she wants to see when she visits a classroom.

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Undercover Art: Summer Learning Series

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Pam Heckel, Art Teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Mich.), joins host Scot Bertram on the second installment of our Summer Learning Series, focused on how students and parents can enjoy a fun and enriching summer with some academic activities. In this episode, Pam explores some indoor and outdoor activities for kids and encourages parents to allow their children to explore and let their creativity flourish in the summer months.

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Undercover Math: Summer Learning Series

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Jonathan Gregg, Associate Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram in the first of a series on how students and parents can enjoy a fun and enriching summer with some academic activities. In this episode, John explains some simple math games that can both help pass the time and keep students sharp.

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Rebecca Willis: A Family History in Education

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Rebecca Willis, a student in the Graduate School of Classical Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her path to Hillsdale's Graduate School of Classical Education, what the ultimate end of a classical education should be, and what she's learned as one of the program's first students.

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Russ Donley: Bringing Classical Schools to Wyoming

Mon, 29 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Russ Donley, former Wyoming State legislator and Speaker of the Wyoming State House from 1983 to 1985, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the state of education in Wyoming, his successful efforts to change his state's charter laws, and his plan to make classical schools more accessible to students who need them.

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Claire Marie Huff: From Chemist to Chemistry Teacher

Mon, 22 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Claire Marie Huff, upper school science teacher and science department chair at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her start as a chemist for an adhesive company, her career switch to classical education, and how she managed leading a classroom for the first time.

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Sara Kemeny: Learning at Hillsdale’s Graduate School of Classical Education

Mon, 15 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Sara Kemeny, a student in the Graduate School of Classical Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her path to Hillsdale's Graduate School of Classical Education, the importance of interacting with classic texts, and what she's learning from other students in the program.

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Becky Lincoln: Teacher Support From Hillsdale K-12

Mon, 08 May 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Becky Lincoln, Director of Teacher Support for Hillsdale K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss common questions and concerns from teachers, what she looks for during classroom visits, and helping teachers plan for the day, week, and year.

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Steve Lambert: A Journey to Classical Education

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 04:05:00 +0000

Steve Lambert, Executive Director at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland (Idaho), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his nearly 25 years of service in the Air Force, how he became interested in classical education, and moving from the classroom to school leadership.

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Isaac Johnson: Learning To Become a School Leader

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 03:50:00 +0000

Isaac Johnson, school leadership fellow in the Hillsdale K-12 School Leadership Fellow Program, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why he became a part of the program, what he's learned throughout this school year, the characteristics and virtues of an ideal headmaster.

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Kim Vandlen: Founding a Classical Charter School

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 03:50:00 +0000

Kim Vandlen, Board Chair of Southeast Ohio Classical Academy in Athens (Ohio), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her role on the Founding Board of the school, the help provided by Hillsdale K-12, and how the board is educating nearby residents and attracting interest in the school.

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Andrew Pudewa: Developing a Comprehensive Writing Curriculum

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 15:50:00 +0000

Andrew Pudewa, founder and director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the new partnership between the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and the IEW to develop a complete structure and style curriculum for grades 3-8. The curriculum will focus on teaching students the principles of effective composition, with an emphasis on brevity, clarity, and creativity.

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Jeremy Tate: Classical Education & the Classic Learning Test

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 03:50:00 +0000

Jeremy Tate, co-founder and CEO of Classic Learning Test, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the surge in interest for classical education, the creation of the Classic Learning Test, and what the exam attempts to measure.

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Sam Foat: From College to Teaching to Administration

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 03:50:00 +0000

Sam Foat, Dean of Upper School at Treasure Coast Classical Academy in Stuart (Fla.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his journey to classical education, how he transitioned from classroom to dean, and why a teacher might want to consider becoming a part of administration.

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Michael Rose: What “Old Books” Can Tell Us (And Warn Us) About Living in the 21st Century

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 04:50:00 +0000

Michael Rose, Headmaster at Cincinnati Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his recent book, The Art of Being Human: What "Old Books" Can Tell Us and Warn Us About Living in the 21st Century.

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Semi Park: Starting and Growing a Classical School in Today's America

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 04:50:00 +0000

Semi Park, Principal at Orange County Classical Academy in Orange (Calif.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why she became involved in classical education, the challenges of starting and growing a classical school, and how to deal with demand and growth.

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Fr. Michael Maher: Education by the Jesuits, Part Two

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 04:50:00 +0000

Fr. Michael Maher, a Jesuit priest and adjunct professor of history at Marquette University, joins host Scot Bertram in Part Two of an interview to discuss the Method of Paris, the founding of the Jesuits, and his definition of a true Jesuit education.

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Fr. Michael Maher: Education by the Jesuits, Part One

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 04:50:00 +0000

Fr. Michael Maher, a Jesuit priest and adjunct professor of history at Marquette University, joins host Scot Bertram in Part One of a two-part interview to discuss Saint Ignatius of Loyola, the core tenants of education by the Jesuits, and why order and structure is so important.

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Matthew Kirby: How Professionals Can Serve Classical Schools

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 04:45:00 +0000

Matthew Kirby, CEO of Liberty Classical Schools, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how he was introduced to classical education, how he applies his professional skills to help classical schools, and in what ways others can follow a similar path.

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Looking Inside Hillsdale's K-12 American History: The Interwar Years & World War II

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 04:45:00 +0000

Jordan Adams, Interim Director of Curriculum at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the "The Interwar Years & World War II" unit from Hillsdale's K-12 American History curriculum.

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Looking Inside Hillsdale's K-12 American History: The Early Republic

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 04:45:00 +0000

Jordan Adams, Interim Director of Curriculum at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the "The Early Republic" unit from Hillsdale's K-12 American History curriculum.

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Grace Ramsey: Latin and Classical Education

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 04:45:00 +0000

Grace Ramsey, Dean of Students at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to approach teaching Latin in a classical school, what doors are opened once students begin to understand the language, and where Latin fits in the picture of classical education.

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Leading Figures in Education: Erasmus

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 04:45:00 +0000

Matt Gaetano, Associate Professor of History at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Erasmus.

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Epics Series: Purgatorio

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 04:45:00 +0000

Ellen Condict, Upper School Literature Teacher at Hillsdale Academy and Adjunct Professor of English and Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram as part of our "Epic Poems" series. Condict discusses Purgatorio.

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Betsy Helton: Why I Teach At A Classical School

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 04:40:00 +0000

Betsy Helton, Assistant Headmaster of the Grammar School at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville (Ind.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why education is so important to her, how a love of learning was passed down to her, and the most-rewarding aspects of being in the world of classical education.

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Nathan McClallen: Motivating Students in PE Class

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 04:45:00 +0000

Nathan McClallen, Athletic Director and Lead P.E. Teacher at Valor Public Charter Schools of Austin (Texas), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why motivation is so important in physical education, which students are the most difficult to motivate, and what are signs of success in a class.

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Jenny Mulvey: Classical Literature for Children

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 04:40:00 +0000

Jenny Mulvey, Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how literature helps to form a student's moral imagination, how literature can lead to student formation in the classroom, and how parents of students can be involved in supporting their children in their education.

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Epics Series: Paradise Lost

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 04:40:03 +0000

Ian Atherton, Upper School Humanities Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), joins host Scot Bertram as part of our "Epic Poems" series. Atherton discusses PARADISE LOST.

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Zach Good: What is Classical Pedagogy?

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 04:40:09 +0000

Zach Good, Dean of Faculty and Curriculum at Sacred Heart Academy in Grand Rapids (Mich.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the core tenants of authentically classical pedagogy, caring for both the head and the heart of the student, and what might comprise inauthentic classical pedagogy.

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David Withun: A Day in the Life of Jacksonville Classical Academy

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 04:40:02 +0000

David Withun, Head of School at Jacksonville Classical Academy in Jacksonville (Fla.), joins host Scot Bertram to walk us through a day at JCA. How do administrators and teachers welcome students to school? What do transitions between classes look and sound like? What does the Head of School try to accomplish during the day?

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Petrarch & Renaissance Education: Part 2

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 04:30:05 +0000

Matt Gaetano, Associate Professor of History at Hillsdale College, returns to talk with host Scot Bertram about how Petrarch inspired schools in his time and his influence on Renaissance education.

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Petrarch & Renaissance Education: Part 1

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 03:40:07 +0000

Matt Gaetano, Associate Professor of History at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about the life and teachings of Petrarch, his influence during the Renaissance, and where we see his influence present today.

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Sarah Kiesewetter: Work/Life Balance for Teachers

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 03:40:07 +0000

Sarah Kiesewetter, Dean of Grammar School at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to maintain a work/life balance for teachers, how priorities can shift over time, and how to use breaks wisely.

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Epic Poems Series: Aeneid

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 03:40:06 +0000

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Dan Coupland: Tried and True Pedagogy

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 03:40:08 +0000

Dan Coupland, Chairman of Education, Dean of the Graduate School of Classical Education, and Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his new book TRIED AND TRUE: A PRIMER ON SOUND PEDAGOGY.

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David Whalen: Why Read Beatrix Potter?

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 03:40:02 +0000

David Whalen, Associate Vice President for Curriculum and Professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the children's author Beatrix Potter, explain what makes her works unique, and why the illustrations in her books are so important.

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Tara Hollis: Joy in the Classroom

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 03:40:02 +0000

Tara Hollis. First Grade Teacher at Founders Classical Academy in Leander (Texas), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the difference between joy and wonder in the classroom, how to balance order and joy, and what students should take away from school on a daily basis.

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Ali Pries: Classical Education for Young Children

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 03:40:04 +0000

Ali Pries, Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.) and Master Teacher with the Hillsdale College K-12 Network, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss classical education for the younger grades, how work here prepares students for upper grades, and the role of song and play in these grammar school years.

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Ben Beier: Why Read Mother Goose

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 03:40:00 +0000

Benjamin Beier, Associate Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss nursey rhymes, what these poems generally are designed to do, and how to introduce them to children.

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Nathan McClallen: Every Student an Athlete

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 03:40:09 +0000

Nathan McClallen, Athletic Director and Lead P.E. Teacher at Valor Public Charter Schools of Austin (Texas), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why all students should see themselves as athletes, changing a student's mindset to see that everyone has athletic potential, and motivating students to be the best athlete they can be.

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David Withun: The Leader's Perspective on Opening a New School

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 03:40:08 +0000

David Withun, Head of School at Jacksonville Classical Academy in Jacksonville (Fla.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the responsibilities of a head of school prior to opening, establishing the school culture that you want among your student body, and educating informing parents about what they should expect at your school.

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Ian Atherton: Bringing Students to Care About Great Books

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 03:40:06 +0000

Ian Atherton, Upper School Humanities Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to cultivate a taste for great books in students, what a grading system should look like for literature course, and how to convince students to offer opinions and take part in conversations in class.

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Sean Maltbie: The State of Catholic Education Today

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 03:40:06 +0000

Sean Maltbie, Headmaster at Sacred Heart Academy in Grand Rapids (Mich.) joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the arc of Catholic education in America and what is necessary for the rebirth of Catholic classical education in the country.

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Zach Good: The Moral Imagination and Teaching Right from Wrong

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 03:40:02 +0000

Zach Good, Dean of Faculty and Curriculum at Sacred Heart Academy in Grand Rapids (Mich.) joins host Scot Bertram to define what we mean by "moral imagination," why fairy tales are good teachers, and the desire for learning about truth in the world.

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Dani Almeyda: Movement and the Brain

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 03:40:02 +0000

Dani Almeyda, owner of Original Strength, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about movement and the brain, the relationship between physical ability and mental ability, and how movements can be implemented in P.E. classes.

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Matt Nolan: The Life of a New Teacher

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 03:40:02 +0000

Matt Nolan is entering his fourth year of teaching overall and his first at Hillsdale Academy, where he'll be teaching sixth grade. He joins host Scot Bertram to talk about how a first year teacher should begin their approach to teaching, learning from those teachers around you, and defining professionalism for a new teacher.

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Epic Poems Series: Beowulf

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 03:40:02 +0000

Brandon Muri, Upper School Literature Teacher at Lake Country Classical Academy in Oconomowoc (Wisc.), joins host Scot Bertram as part of our "Epic Poems" series. Muri discusses BEOWOLF.

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Eric Coykendall: Hillsdale Resources for K-12 Education

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 03:40:08 +0000

Eric Coykendall, Director of Operations for Hillsdale K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about what support is available for Hillsdale K-12 member schools, opportunities to license the Hillsdale K-12 curriculum, and online resources that are available.

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Jordan Adams: 1776 Curriculum Update

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 03:40:07 +0000

Jordan Adams, Civic Education Specialist at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, talks with host Scot Bertram about the one-year anniversary of the release of the 1776 Curriculum, responds to critiques, and shares results from a recent study of civics curriculums.

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Jed Hartings: Founding a Hillsdale K-12 School

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 03:40:03 +0000

Jed Hartings, board president of Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati (Ohio), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about what it's like to found a Hillsdale K-12 school, how to recruit others to join the effort, and the tough search to find the right school leader.

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Education in Colonial America: The Puritans

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 03:40:07 +0000

Miles Smith, Lecturer in History at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the Puritan ideas on education, the role of the teacher in the classroom, and how the Puritan system treated young females.

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Kat Powers: Classical Special Education

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 03:30:07 +0000

Katrina Powers, Special Education Consultant with Hillsdale K-12 , joins host Scot Bertram to talk about why classical education is appropriate for special education students, teamwork between the special education teacher and the classroom teacher, and how to measure success as a special education teacher.

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Eric Coykendall: Opening a Hillsdale K-12 School

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 03:50:04 +0000

Eric Coykendall, Director of Operations for Hillsdale K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the steps needed to open a Hillsdale K-12 classical school, the differences in starting a charter school and a private school, and a timeline for such an effort.

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Gary Hartenburg: Aristotle’s Philosophy of Education

Mon, 30 May 2022 03:00:00 +0000

Gary Hartenburg, Associate Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Honors College at Houston Baptist University and author of the recent book, ARISTOTLE: EDUCATION FOR VIRTUE AND LEISURE, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss Aristotle's goal of education, incorporating Aristotle's virtues into curriculum, and the role of pleasure and pain in education.

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Ages & Stages: Twelfth Grade Curriculum

Thu, 26 May 2022 03:50:00 +0000

Kathleen O'Toole, Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about twelfth grade curriculum, what's included in this full year on American government and politics, and expectations for a senior thesis.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Twelfth Grade

Mon, 23 May 2022 13:33:48 +0000

Brandon Muri, Upper School Teacher at Lake Country Classical Academy in Oconomowoc (Wisc.) talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching twelfth grade, the battle against Senioritis, and study skills students can take to college.

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Brad Richardson: Epics -- How and Why to Teach the Odyssey

Mon, 16 May 2022 18:51:16 +0000

Brad Richardson, Upper School Literature Teacher at Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County (Colo.), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about teaching the Odyssey, how students react to themes in the work, and what readers tend to miss.

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Ages & Stages: Eleventh Grade Curriculum

Thu, 12 May 2022 03:50:03 +0000

Michael Berndt, Academic Dean & Astronomy and Philosophy Teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), talks with host Scot Bertram about eleventh grade curriculum, how students approach great novels, and how to manage distractions and maintain student focus.

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Leading Figures in Education: William Shakespeare

Mon, 09 May 2022 17:29:58 +0000

Ben Beier, Associate Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of William Shakespeare.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Eleventh Grade

Thu, 05 May 2022 13:20:11 +0000

Ian Atherton, Literature Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching eleventh grade, the maturity level of students in this grade, and how appreciation for literature develops.

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Leading Figures in Education: Henry Adams

Mon, 02 May 2022 13:40:29 +0000

Catherine Kuiper, Assistant Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Henry Adams.

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Ages & Stages: Tenth Grade Curriculum

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 03:50:01 +0000

Kim Walley, Upper School Teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas) and Serena Warnky, Upper School Teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Lewisville (Texas), talk with host Scot Bertram about tenth grade curriculum, which type of students begin to show interest in chemistry, and pedagogical practices a teacher can employ to effectively teach students through this year.

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Leading Figures in Education: John Senior (Part II)

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 03:50:01 +0000

David Whalen, Associate Vice President for Curriculum and Professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to continue his discussion on the thinking and teaching of John Senior.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Tenth Grade

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 03:50:04 +0000

Mike Roberts, Assistant Headmaster, Athletic Director and 10th Grade History Teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Mich.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching tenth grade, getting students focused inside the classroom, and what topics engage students at this age.

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Leading Figures In Education: John Senior (Part I)

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 03:50:04 +0000

David Whalen, Associate Vice President for Curriculum and Professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of John Senior.

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Ages & Stages: Ninth Grade Curriculum

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 03:50:04 +0000

Jonathan Rogers and Catherine Rogers, Ninth Grade Teachers at Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (Texas), talk with host Scot Bertram about ninth grade curriculum, how the literature curriculum aligns with the history curriculum, and expectations in moving from eighth grade to ninth grade.

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Conor Hill: Education Begins with Wonder

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:01:15 +0000

Conor Hill, Headmaster at Valor North Austin (Texas), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about what we mean by "wonder" in a classroom setting, how to encourage students to be filled with wonder, and how wonder draws students closer toward the good, the true and the beautiful.

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Kathleen O’Toole: What is American Classical Education?

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 03:50:03 +0000

Kathleen O’Toole, Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about what we mean by politics in an educational setting, making sure our children become good citizens, and how the curriculum in classical education relates back to civic education.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Ninth Grade

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:49:20 +0000

Jonathan Rogers, a Ninth and Tenth Teacher at Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (Texas), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching ninth grade, the transition from eighth grade to high school, and adult-level questions that begin around this time.

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Beautiful Schools: Architecture and Classical Education

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 03:50:03 +0000

Michael Rose, Headmaster at Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati (Ohio), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the purpose of school architecture, how architecture can help meet the goals of classical education, and ways to overcome obstacles in the way of beautiful schools.

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Ages & Stages: Eighth Grade Curriculum

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 13:06:44 +0000

Jordan Adams, Civic Education Specialist at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, and Cris Chacon, Physics and Algebra teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), talk with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the eighth classroom, topics that tend to engage students, and the role parents can play in education.

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Josh Andrew: School Culture and Academic Life

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 03:50:03 +0000

Josh Andrew, Upper School Principal at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about where we see school culture begin, the role teachers play in setting, creating, and maintaining school culture, and advice for schools looking to change their culture.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Eighth Grade

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 03:50:03 +0000

Cris Chacon, Eighth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.) talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching eighth grade, serious questions that are on the minds of students at this age, and disciplinary issues and behavior changes that pop up.

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Stephen Shipp: Obstacles to Local Control of Education

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 03:50:07 +0000

Stephen Shipp, Headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville (Ind.), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about school choice, teacher certification, and local control of education.

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Ages & Stages: Seventh Grade Curriculum

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 04:50:07 +0000

Ian Nugent, a teacher and Dean of Students at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland (Idaho), and Marc Uthiem, science teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), talk with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the seventh grade classroom, highlights from history and science classes, and tips for parents of students a t this age.

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Steve Lambert: Classical Education in Rural America

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 04:50:00 +0000

Stephen Lambert, Headmaster at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland (Idaho), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about classical education in rural America, how his school serves the community, and how athletics help to build a culture.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Seventh Grade

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 04:40:00 +0000

Ian Nugent, a teacher and Dean of Students at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland (Idaho), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching seventh grade, what seventh graders want from their teacher, and how the improve the study habits of students.

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Julianne Hillock: Classical P.E. at Hozho Academy

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 14:55:28 +0000

Julianne Hillock, Principal at Hozho Academy in Gallup (N.M.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the school's updated and revamped classical physical education program.

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Ages & Stages: Sixth Grade Curriculum

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 04:50:07 +0000

Zach Dombrowski, a former sixth-grade teacher and now an upper school teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), and Molly Dombrowski, a current sixth grade teacher at Golden View, talk with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the sixth grade classroom, highlights from history class, and helping students through the year.

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Michael Berndt: Astronomy and Senior Thesis

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 15:53:17 +0000

Michael Berndt, Academic Dean at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Tex.), talks with host Scot Bertram to share insights into planning for astronomy class, the first year of teaching in a classical school, the senior thesis, and more!

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Sixth Grade

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 04:40:04 +0000

Anne Hutchinson, a Sixth Grade Teacher at Estancia Valley Classical Academy in Edgewood (N.M.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching sixth grade, how her students interact with each other, and what parts of the curriculum students really enjoy.

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Amanda Gilmore: Literature and Senior Thesis

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 04:40:07 +0000

Amanda Gilmore, literature teacher at Golden View Classical Academy (Colo.), talks with Scot Bertram about managing the teacher workload, the most important facets to teaching literature, insights into the senior thesis, and more!

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Ages & Stages: Fifth Grade Curriculum

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 13:50:31 +0000

Beth Laing, Fifth Grade Teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Las Vegas, talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the fifth grade classroom, how the literature curriculum aligns with some of the history curriculum, and practical and appropriate ways for parents to help their students at this level.

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Ron Jones: American Physical Education’s Classical Roots

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 04:40:05 +0000

Ron Jones, a historical kinesiologist, talks with host Scot Bertram about American physical education and its classical roots and what we can learn from our history when designing our physical education classes today.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Fifth Grade

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 04:20:05 +0000

Sarah Kiesewetter, a Fifth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden View (Colo.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching fifth grade, competition for grades, and teaching essay writing.

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Kathleen O’Toole: What It Takes to Lead a School

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 04:10:05 +0000

We're joined now by Dr. Kathleen O'Toole, Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College and a former classical school headmaster, talks with host Scot Bertram about what it takes to lead a school, virtues of successful leaders, and the importance of delegating responsibilities.

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Ages & Stages: Fourth Grade Curriculum

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 13:52:54 +0000

Jenny Mulvey, Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.). talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the fourth grade classroom, topics in history, reading, and science classes, and how parents can help their children.

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Tomek Grzesiak: What Makes for Good Children’s Literature?

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:18:51 +0000

Tomek Grzesiak, Curriculum Coordinator for Hillsdale College K-12 Education, talks with host Scot Bertram about why children's literature is so important for our kids, what role should illustrations play in good children's literature, and some examples of good literature for various ages.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Fourth Grade

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 21:22:07 +0000

Ali Pries, a Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden View (Colo.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching fourth grade, serious questions on the minds of students at this age, and building blocks students have when they complete this grade level.

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Teaching with The Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 04:20:08 +0000

Jordan Adams, Civic Education Specialist at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, talks with host Scot Bertram in a series of conversations about the Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum. This third episode is titled, "Teaching with The Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum".

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Ages & Stages: Third Grade Curriculum

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 04:20:08 +0000

Sarah Caucutt, Third Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.). talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the third grade classroom, topics in history, reading, and science classes, and making adjustments as a teacher.

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Leading Figures In Education: Aristotle

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 04:20:02 +0000

Larry Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Aristotle.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Third Grade

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 04:40:02 +0000

Betsy Hilton, Teaching Coach and a former Third Grade Teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, (Ind.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching third grade, changes seen throughout the year, and instilling writing skills into students.

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Rebecca Lincoln: Surviving the 1st Year of Teaching

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 18:13:23 +0000

Rebecca Lincoln, Director of Teacher Support for K-12 education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about surviving the first year of teaching, building relationships with parents, and professionalism in the teaching ranks.

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Inside a Classroom Using The Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 18:36:39 +0000

Jordan Adams, Civic Education Specialist at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, talks with host Scot Bertram in a series of conversations about the Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum. This episode is titled, "Sharing a Love: How Students Learn with The Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum".

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Ages & Stages: Second Grade Curriculum

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 14:59:07 +0000

Anne Solis, a Second Grade Teacher at Treasure Valley Classical Academy (Idaho), talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the second grade classroom, introducing students to ancient Greece and Greek mythology, and fun with mealworms.

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What Students Learn in The Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 04:10:00 +0000

Jordan Adams, Civic Education Specialist at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, talks with host Scot Bertram in a series of conversations about the Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum. This episode is titled, "Engaging an Inheritance: What Students Learn from The Hillsdale 1776 Curriculum"

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Second Grade

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 04:10:02 +0000

Gail Howell, Second Grade Teacher at Northwest Ohio Classical Academy in Toledo (Ohio), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching second grade students, the biggest change in students from the start to the end of the year, and developing writing skills in young students.

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Leading Figures In Education: Anna Julia Cooper

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 04:10:02 +0000

Anika Prather, teacher in English at Howard University and founder of Living Water School in Maryland, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Anna Julia Cooper.

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Ages & Stages: First Grade Curriculum

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 14:18:24 +0000

Maegan Satcher, Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and former First Grade Teacher at St. John's Classical Academy (Fla.), talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the first grade classroom, books that students love, and setting the table for student to return to ideas later in their education.

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Julie Apel: Avoiding Tedious Homework and Testing

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 15:15:12 +0000

Julie Apel, Classical Pedagogy Trainer for Hillsdale College K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the purpose of homework, homework across different disciplines, and encouraging students to study in a way that will help them remember key concepts even after the test.

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Kurt Kirner: Balancing Winning with Improving in Athletics

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 17:44:20 +0000

Kurt Kirner, Swimming coach and Assistant Professor of Sports Studies at Hillsdale College, specializing in sports psychology and motivation, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about having a growth mindset, how to view competition as a chance to improve, and how to deal with stress and anxiety.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching First Grade

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 04:10:01 +0000

Maegan Satcher, Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and former First Grade Teacher at St. John's Classical Academy (Fla.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching first grade students, the qualities of a typical student, and the type of questions one might receive in the classroom.

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Dos and Don’ts of Teaching 9th-12th Graders History

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:00:12 +0000

Trent Kramer, Headmaster at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado in Fort Collins (Colo.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the dos and don'ts of teaching 9th through 12th graders history.

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Ages & Stages: Kindergarten Curriculum

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 04:10:01 +0000

Lyndsey Rariden, Kindergarten Teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Tex.), talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the kindergarten classroom, being a cheerleader for students, and what stories resonate with the class.

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Dos and Don’ts of Teaching 6-8th Graders History

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 04:50:04 +0000

Jordan Adams, Civic Education Specialist at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the dos and don'ts of teaching 6th through 8th graders history.

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Ages & Stages: Teaching Kindergarten Students

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 03:10:04 +0000

Carrie Brown, Kindergarten teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Mich.) talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching Kindergarten students, creating a great classroom environment, and building structure for the class.

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John Punt: Teaching Music to Elementary School Children

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 03:10:04 +0000

John Punt, music teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville (Ind.), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about teaching music to elementary school children, incorporating instruments into lessons, and how to teach students to appreciate music in the classroom.

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Dos and Don’ts of Teaching 3-5th Graders History

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 03:20:02 +0000

Tim Polelle, Fourth Grade Teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Mich.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the dos and don'ts of teaching 3rd through 5th graders history.

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Erick von Hoffmann: Teaching Art at a Classical School

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:18:06 +0000

Erick von Hoffmann, Consultant for Art Curriculum and Instruction for Hillsdale K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about teaching art in a classical school setting, what students should know about art history, and putting art instruction into practice.

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Dos and Don’ts of Teaching K-2nd Graders History

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 03:20:07 +0000

Amy Listro, Dean of Academics at Northwest Classical Academy in Kennesaw, Georgia, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the dos and don'ts of teaching Kindergarten through 2nd graders history.

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Mike Roberts: Athletics and School Culture

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 03:10:00 +0000

Mike Roberts, Assistant Headmaster and Athletic Director at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the philosophy of a healthy athletic program, how to help students balance classroom work and athletics work, and generating local community support for athletes and games.

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Leading Figures in Education: Michael Polanyi

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 03:09:59 +0000

Jon Fennell, Professor Emeritus of Education and former Dean of Social Sciences at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Michael Polanyi.

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Ellen Condict: Poetry in High School

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 03:10:06 +0000

Ellen Condict, Instructor of Humanities at Hillsdale Academy and Adjunct Professor of English and Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about instilling a love of poetry in high school students, the types of poems best suited for that level, and why memorization is an important tool.

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Doug Sowers: The Leader's Perspective

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 14:51:32 +0000

Doug Sowers, Headmaster at Founders Classical Academy of Leander, joins host Scot Bertram to share how he observes teachers, effective messaging against the "8th Grade Melt," and more.

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Kathleen O'Toole: Hillsdale College and K-12 Education

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 03:10:06 +0000

Kathleen O'Toole, Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to talk the work in the the K-12 Education program, an education that is both American and classical, and what differentiates Hillsdale-affiliated K-12 classical schools from the approaches of other classical schools.

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Leading Figures in Education: Booker T. Washington

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 03:20:05 +0000

Paul Moreno, William and Berniece Grewcock Chair in Constitutional History, Professor of History, and Dean of Social Sciences at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Booker T. Washington.

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Salvatori Prize Winner: Sacred Heart Academy

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 02:50:05 +0000

Each year Hillsdale College presents the Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching to honor an outstanding K-12 educational program. Sacred Heart Academy of Grand Rapids (Mich.) was the 2021 Salvatori Prize winner this year. We are joined by school Headmaster Mr. Sean Maltbie and Dean of Faculty and Curriculum Mr. Zach Good, interviewed by Dr. Dan Coupland, Chairman and Professor of the Education Department at Hillsdale College.

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2021 Outstanding Graduate Address: Golden View Classical Academy

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 03:22:05 +0000

Hear the 2021 Outstanding Graduate Address from Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), presented by Mary Kate McCarthy.

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Salvatori Prize Finalist: Seven Oaks Classical School

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 02:44:06 +0000

Each year Hillsdale College presents the Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching to honor an outstanding K-12 educational program. Seven Oaks Classical School of Elletsville (Ind.)was a finalist this year and we are joined by school Headmaster Dr. Stephen Shipp, interviewed by Dr. David Diener, Headmaster of Hillsdale Academy and Lecturing Professor of Education at Hillsdale College.

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Salvatori Prize Finalist: The Vanguard School

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 12:44:12 +0000

Each year Hillsdale College presents the Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching to honor an outstanding K-12 educational program. The Vanguard School of Colorado Springs (Colo.) was a finalist this year and we are joined by school Executive Director Mr. Collin Mullaney, interviewed by Dr. Kathleen O'Toole, assistant provost for K-12 education at Hillsdale College.

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2021 Valedictorian Address: Hillsdale Academy

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 02:00:54 +0000

Hear the 2021 Valedictorian Address at Hillsdale Academy, presented by valedictorian Kiera Welden and Latin award winner Sofia Masukova-Kratt.

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Leading Figures in Education: Alcuin

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 01:10:04 +0000

Adam Kear, former Latin and Greek teacher at Veritas Preparatory Academy in Phoenix (AZ), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Alcuin.

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Josh Andrew: School Culture and Classical Teaching

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 00:40:01 +0000

Josh Andrew, Dean of Academics at Atlanta Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about working with teachers and parents, the senior thesis, and more.

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Leading Figures in Education: Frederick Douglass

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:15:00 +0000

Dr. Lucas Morel, Worsham Teaching Fellow at Hillsdale College's Van Andel Graduate School of Government in Washington, D.C. and a Professor of Politics at Washington and Lee University, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Frederick Douglass.

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2021 Valedictorian Address: Founders Classical Academy of Las Vegas

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 01:20:06 +0000

Hear the 2021 Valedictorian Address at Founders Classical Academy of Las Vegas (NV), presented by valedictorian Ashley Rider and salutatorian Sarah Sawin.

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Stephen Shipp: The Leader's Perspective

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:10:02 +0000

Dr. Stephen Shipp, Headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville (IN), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the most important part of being a teacher, the purpose of testing, how history ought to be taught, and more.

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Leading Figures in Education: Homer

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 22:50:00 +0000

Andrew Kern, President and CEO of the Circe Institute and a researcher into the world of classical education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Homer.

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Mike Roberts: Insights from Hillsdale Academy

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 01:29:50 +0000

Mike Roberts, Assistant Headmaster at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (MI), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to cultivate a strong school culture, the importance of athletics in contributing to that culture, and what he tells new teachers when they enter the doors for that first year.

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Nathan Schlueter: Teaching Civil Discourse and Martin Luther King

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 22:27:58 +0000

Nathan Schlueter, Professor of Philosophy and Religion at Hillsdale College and author of the book ONE DREAM OR TWO: JUSTICE IN AMERICA AND IN THE THOUGHT OF MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., joins host Scot Bertram to discuss teaching civil discourse and the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Jenny Mulvey: Teaching Science in the Elementary Years

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 02:51:09 +0000

Jenny Mulvey, Fourth Grade Teacher Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (CO), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the goal of science class in the elementary years, the desire to give students the ability to wonder, and qualities of great science instruction for a grammar school science teacher.

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Timm Petersen: Discipline and Choice

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 21:50:01 +0000

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Timm Petersen, Assistant Principal at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (CO), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the purpose of discipline at a school, helping students make the right choices, and balancing the ideas of justice and mercy.

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Michael Berndt: Teaching Classically

Sun, 30 May 2021 21:50:03 +0000

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Michael Berndt, Academic Dean at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (TX), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what makes classical education different, keeping students excited and enthusiastic about learning, and the relationship between intelligence and virtue when it comes to education.

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John Kersting: The Good of Competition

Sun, 23 May 2021 21:50:00 +0000

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John Kersting, Network Athletic Director at Valor Public Schools in Austin (TX). joins host Scot Bertram to discuss proper competitive behavior, the role of fun in athletics, and what students can learn from a competitive atmosphere.

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Matthew Nolan: On Your First Two Years of Teaching

Sun, 16 May 2021 21:50:06 +0000

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Matthew Nolan, a sixth and seventh grade math and science teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (TX), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the first two years of teaching, what college did and didn't prepare him for, and the joys of the middle school experience.

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Leading Figures in Education: Charlotte Mason

Sun, 09 May 2021 21:50:00 +0000

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Jason Barney, Principal at Coram Deo Academy in Carmel (IN), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Charlotte Mason.

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Matt Spalding: The 1776 Report

Sun, 02 May 2021 21:50:02 +0000

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Matt Spalding, Vice President of Washington Operations and Dean of the Van Andel Graduate School of Government at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the 1776 Report, the core ideas in the Declaration and the Constitution, and the concept of a patriotic education.

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David Diener: Avoiding Reactionary Education

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 21:50:01 +0000

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David Diener, Headmaster at Hillsdale Academy and Lecturing Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss classical education as a part of traditional education, focusing on the strengths of the curriculum, and how to talk about a classical school's mission.

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Leading Figures in Education: Alasdair MacIntyre

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 21:50:09 +0000

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Dr. Jonathan Sanford, Provost and Professor of Philosophy at the University of Dallas, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Alasdair MacIntyre.

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Michael Berndt: Teaching the Ancients in Science Class Today

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 21:50:01 +0000

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Michael Berndt, Dean of Upper School at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (TX), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how the ancient scientists can be incorporated into a science curriculum today.

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Leading Figures in Education: W. E. B. Du Bois

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 21:50:00 +0000

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David Withun, head of school at Jacksonville Classical Academy in Jacksonville (FL), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of W. E. B. Du Bois.

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Tomek Grzesiak: Writing as Imitation

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 21:49:59 +0000

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Tomek Grzesiak, Assistant Director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what it means to teach writing through imitation, how it helps students find their voices, and what it looks like in a writing program.

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Leading Figures in Education: Martin Luther

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 21:49:59 +0000

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Korey Maas, Associate Professor of History at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Martin Luther.

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Alex Johnson: Reforming P.E. Class in Schools Today

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 21:50:08 +0000

Alex Johnson, Athletic Director at Prescott Junior High (Modesto, CA), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what a P.E. class should look like today, how to encourage students to be excited about physical education, and why the class should be a priority.

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Leading Figures in Education: Martin Buber

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 22:50:02 +0000

Jonathan Gregg, Visiting Assistant Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Martin Buber.

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Julie Apel: Challenges in Teaching Composition

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 22:50:02 +0000

Julie Apel, Dean of Grammar School and Composition Teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (TX), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the challenges in teaching composition, methods for teaching the structure of an essay, and providing feedback to students.

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Leading Figures in Education: Plato

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 22:50:05 +0000

Dr. Thomas West, Professor of Politics at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Plato.

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Leading Figures in Education: Louise Cowan

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 22:50:02 +0000

Dr. Bainard Cowan, Professor of Literature at the University of Dallas, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Louise Cowan.

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Sarah Kiesewetter: Writing for School; Writing for Life

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 22:50:08 +0000

Sarah Kiesewetter, Fifth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (CO), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the importance of writing, ways to work on skills, and developing a writing sequence.

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Leading Figures in Education: Don Bosco

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 22:50:07 +0000

Dr. Eric Demeuse, Headmaster at Chesterton Academy of Milwaukee. joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Don Bosco.

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Andrew Jimenez: What is Writing to a 5th Grader?

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 22:49:59 +0000

Andrew Jimenez, Fifth Grade Teacher at Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (TX), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss teaching writing to fifth graders, creating a love of the craft, and helping students who are having difficulty in the process.

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Leading Figures in Education: Eva Brann

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 22:49:59 +0000

Ian Lindquist, Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Eva Brann.

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Doug Sowers: Notes on the Teaching Profession

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:01:19 +0000

Doug Sowers, headmaster at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the impact of classical education, the role of parents in a child's education, and being a first-year headmaster.

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Ellen Condict: Writing as the Measure of One’s Education

Sun, 27 Dec 2020 22:50:04 +0000

Ellen Condict, Upper-School Literature Instructor at Hillsdale Academy and Adjunct Professor Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why writing is at the heart of a classical education, the qualities of good writing, and how to encourage students in their writing efforts.

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Leading Figures in Education: Thomas More

Sun, 20 Dec 2020 22:50:08 +0000

Stephen Smith, Dean of Humanities and Temple Family Chair of English Literature at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Thomas More.

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Leading Figures in Education: Christopher Dawson

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 22:50:00 +0000

Brad Birzer, Professor of History and Russell Amos Kirk Chair in American Studies at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Christopher Dawson.

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Nathan McClallen: Successful P.E.

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 22:50:05 +0000

Nathan McClallen, athletic director and lead PE teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (TX) joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what a successful PE class looks like, how to put students in positions to succeed, and different ways to reach goals as a PE teacher.

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Leading Figures in Education: Mortimer Adler

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 22:50:02 +0000

Erik Ellis, Research Fellow at The Center for Thomas More at the University of Dallas and on faculty in philosophy at the University of the Andes in Santiago, Chile, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Mortimer Adler.

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Leading Figures in Education: Neil Postman

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 22:50:03 +0000

David Diener, Headmaster of Hillsdale Academy and Lecturing Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Neil Postman.

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Josh Andrew: Teaching Classically

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:30:01 +0000

Josh Andrew, Dean of Academics at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta (GA), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss teaching classically, developing a curriculum, and the duties of a dean.

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Leading Figures in Education: John Dewey

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 13:30:43 +0000

Jon Fennell, Professor Emeritus of Education and former Dean of Social Sciences at Hillsdale College joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of John Dewey.

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Leading Figures in Education: Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 14:26:40 +0000

Zachary Bennett, Research Associate in the Department of Political Science at Michigan State University, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Jean-Jacques Rousseau.

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Brad Richardson: Teaching Epics

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 22:20:04 +0000

Brad Richardson, from Ascent Classical Academy in Douglas County (CO), talks with host Scot Bertram about the teaching epics and how students respond to works of such great length.

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Leading Figures in Education: C.S. Lewis

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 00:48:27 +0000

Lou Markos, Professor in English at Houston Baptist University, where he also holds the Robert H. Ray Chair in Humanities, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of C.S. Lewis.

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Kurt Kirner: The Science Behind a Good Physical Education

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 23:56:53 +0000

Kurt Kirner, assistant professor of sports studies and head swimming and diving coach at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about the Science Behind a Good Physical Education.

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Leading Figures in Education: Maria Montessori

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 21:50:08 +0000

Adam Kear, teacher at Veritas Preparatory Academy in Phoenix (AZ) joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Maria Montessori.

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Andrew Holm: Making the Most of Virtual Education

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 20:07:23 +0000

Andrew Holm, Latin teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Michigan), talks with host Scot Bertram about making the most of virtual education and online instruction.

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Leading Figures in Education: John Henry Newman

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 13:45:45 +0000

Dr. David Whalen, Associate Vice President for Curriculum & Professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of John Henry Newman.

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Joshua Thomas: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 15:49:48 +0000

Joshua Thomas, a graduate of Founders Classical Academy of Lewisville (Texas) and a sophomore at the University of North Texas, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending his senior thesis at Founders Classical Academy.

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Charlotte Taylor: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 21:50:05 +0000

Charlotte Taylor, a graduate of Atlanta Classical Academy, and an incoming freshman at the University of Georgia, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Founders Classical Academy.

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Brandon Misko: A Teacher’s Journey From Year 1 to Year 8

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 16:38:52 +0000

Brandon Misko is a chemistry and physics teacher at Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (Texas), where he has worked since the school's inception. He joins host Scot Bertram to discuss that journey.

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Rebecca Fox: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 11:28:57 +0000

Rebecca Fox, a graduate of Golden View Classical Academy (Colorado) and an incoming freshman at Colorado School of Mines, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Golden View.

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Josette Bowe: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 21:50:02 +0000

Josette Bowe, a graduate of Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (Texas)and entering her second year at the University of North Texas, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Founders Classical Academy.

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Amanda Gilmore: Teaching Literature Classically

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 21:50:06 +0000

Amanda Gilmore, literature teacher at Golden View Classical Academy (Colorado), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss working in classical education, getting students excited about literature, and the role of parents in education.

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Mary Cid: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 21:50:06 +0000

Mary Cid, a graduate of Founders Classical Academy in Leander (Texas) and rising sophomore at the University of Texas at Austin, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Founders Classical Academy.

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Nathan McClallen: Bringing Back Physical Education

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 17:26:12 +0000

Nathan McClallen, athletic director and lead PE teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), talks with host Scot Bertram about why PE is the neglected discipline and what can be done to bring it back.

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Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 5

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 21:54:00 +0000

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the fifth thing to look for in a math curriculum: spiraling of concepts.

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Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 4

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 21:53:00 +0000

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the fourth thing to look for in a math curriculum: the development of number sets.

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Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 3

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 21:52:00 +0000

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the third thing to look for in a math curriculum: the use of visuals and manipulatives.

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Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 2

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 21:51:00 +0000

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the second thing to look for in a math curriculum: being problem-solving intensive.

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Five Things to Look For in a Math Curriculum: Episode 1

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 21:50:00 +0000

Nicholis Wagner, assistant director of the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the first thing to look for in a math curriculum: teacher usability.

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Natalie Spangler: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 21:50:06 +0000

Natalie Spangler, graduate of Atlanta Classical Academy and rising sophomore at Washington and Lee University, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Atlanta Classical.

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Jennifer Martin: Teaching Classically

Sun, 12 Jul 2020 21:50:04 +0000

Jennifer Martin, literature teacher at Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy in Bentonville (Arkansas), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss working in classical education, balancing student needs in the classroom, and what makes classical graduates different.

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Kenneth Hergenrader: Student Insight on Senior Thesis Project

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 01:12:01 +0000

Kenneth Hergenrader, graduate of Founders Classical Academy of Lewisville (Texas) and incoming freshmen at Texas A & M, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending his senior thesis at Founders.

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Stephen Shipp: What Makes Classical Education Unique

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 21:50:01 +0000

Stephen Shipp, headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, talks with host Scot Bertram about what makes classical education unique,how Seven Oaks teaches the American Founding, and feedback he receives from teachers.

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Brandon Muri: Biggest Classroom Challenges

Sun, 28 Jun 2020 21:50:02 +0000

Brandon Muri, literature teacher at Founders Academy of Las Vegas, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his biggest classroom challenges, the role of parents in education, and the greatest lessons he's learned as a teacher.

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Anna Swartz: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 20:42:41 +0000

Anna Swartz, graduate of Founders Classical Academy in Leander (Texas) and soon to be a sophomore at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Founders.

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David Diener: Leading a Classical School

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 21:40:00 +0000

David Diener, headmaster at Hillsdale Academy and lecturing professor of education at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about choosing the teaching profession, leading a classical school, and communicating with staff and students.

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Katrien Langedyk: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Project

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 21:45:08 +0000

Katrien Langedyk, graduate of Golden View Classical Academy (Colorado) and incoming freshman at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of writing and defending her senior thesis at Golden View.

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Elizabeth Hughes: Student Thoughts on Senior Thesis Process

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 21:45:07 +0000

Elizabeth Hughes, a former student at Founder's Classical Academy of Leander (Texas) and now sophomore at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to give a student's perspective on the senior thesis process.

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Kathleen O'Toole: New BCSI Master and Lead Teacher Program

Sun, 31 May 2020 21:38:07 +0000

Dr. Kathleen O'Toole, assistant provost for K-12 education at Hillsdale College, overseeing the College's K-12 efforts, including the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the new BCSI Master and Lead Teacher Program.

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Michael Nikkila: Teaching High School Remotely

Thu, 28 May 2020 01:27:28 +0000

Michael Nikkila, high school teacher at Hillsdale Academy (Michigan), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what it's been like to teach high school students remotely and what tips he has for other educators.

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Deanna Ducher: Preserving the Classical Approach in Distance Learning

Sun, 24 May 2020 22:45:03 +0000

Deanna Ducher, high school teacher at Hillsdale Academy (Michigan), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to preserve the classical approach in distance learning and how to make stories come alive across the digital divide.

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Carie Brown: Teaching Kindergarten Remotely

Thu, 21 May 2020 21:45:03 +0000

Carie Brown, kindergarten at Hillsdale Academy (Michigan), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what it's been like to teach her students remotely during the pandemic and what tips he has for other educators.

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Sarah Caucutt: Adapting to Distance Learning

Sun, 17 May 2020 21:30:03 +0000

Sarah Caucutt, a third grade teacher at Golden View Classical Academy (Golden, CO), talks with host Scot Bertram about tips and advice to adapt to distance learning.

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Kathleen O'Toole: National Charter School Week

Sun, 10 May 2020 21:30:04 +0000

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Jason Caros: Recognizing and Appreciating Teachers

Sun, 03 May 2020 21:30:08 +0000

Jason Caros, headmaster at Founder's Classical Academy of Lewisville (Texas), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss ways to recognize and honor teachers, encouraging educators in their first year, and explains why teachers are so important.

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Naomi Schaefer Riley: Maybe It’s Time to Stop Emergency Parenting

Sun, 26 Apr 2020 21:45:09 +0000

Naomi Schaefer Riley, a senior fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum and a resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, talks with host Scot Bertram about the kind of rules and routine that make children comfortable and that afford parents some degree of sanity.

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Becky Holland: COVID-19 and Learning at Home

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 21:45:03 +0000

Becky Holland, director of curriculum and instruction for the Barney Charter School Initiative, talks with host Scot Bertram about learning at home in the age of COVID-19.

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Michael Berndt: Online Classical Education

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 21:45:03 +0000

Michael Berndt, academic dean at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas) talks with host Scot Bertram about the process of transferring a classical education to an online setting.

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Joy Pullmann: Strategies For Working From Home With Children

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 13:01:04 +0000

Joy Pullmann, Hillsdale graduate and executive editor of The Federalist, talks with host Scot Bertram about 14 strategies for working from home with children without endless screen time.

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Mike Roberts: Athletics in Classical Education

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Mike Roberts, assistant headmaster and athletic director at Hillsdale Academy (Hillsdale, MI), talks with host Scot Bertram about developing and sustaining an athletic program, how to measure success in athletics, and the role parents play in supporting students taking part in sports.

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Susan Provenza: Parental Involvement in Education

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 01:44:53 +0000

Susan Provenza, headmaster of Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy in Bentonville, Arkansas, talks with host Scot Bertram about parental involvement in education, the relationship between knowledge and deed when it comes to education, and her most important responsibilities as headmaster.

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Matthew Mehan: How To Appreciate Poetry

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 22:00:10 +0000

Dr. Matthew Mehan, director of academic programs and Worsham Teaching Fellow at Hillsdale in D.C., talks with host Scot Bertram about ways to appreciate poetry, his recent book, Mr. Mehan's Mildly Amusing Mythical Mammals, and the connection between poetry and music.

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Michael Berndt: Why Study Science?

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 01:10:00 +0000

Michael Berndt, high school science and literature teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Leander, TX), talks with host Scot Bertram about the reasons we study science, teaching science in a classical school, and the challenges that come with studying science according to the STEM methodology.

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PG Grzesiak: Physical Education in a Classical School

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 02:10:00 +0000

PG Grzesiak, instructional coach for physical education with the Barney Charter School Initiative, talks with host Scot Bertram about what classical physical education looks like, teaching students to be gracious in defeat, and how physical activity helps the mind.

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Seven Reasons We Teach History: Episode Seven

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 02:10:00 +0000

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the seventh reason we teach history: to enjoy it.

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Robert Garrow: Finding the Right School Fit

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 01:30:10 +0000

Dr. Robert Garrow, principal of Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado talks with host Scot Bertram about finding the right school fit, promoting a positive school culture, and preparing for the first year of teaching.

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Seven Reasons We Teach History: Episode Six

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 02:10:00 +0000

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the sixth reason we teach history: to be happy.

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Oscar Ortiz: The Teaching Profession

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 02:10:00 +0000

Oscar Ortiz, headmaster at Founders Classical Academy of Schertz in Texas talks with host Scot Bertram about determining whether teaching is the right profession for you, what helped shape him as an educator, and leading teachers and students toward the same goal.

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Seven Reasons We Teach History: Episode Five

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 02:14:57 +0000

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the fifth reason we teach history: to cultivate a moral imagination.

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Seven Reasons We Teach History: Episode Four

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 15:42:06 +0000

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the fourth reason we teach history: to honor our ancestors and conserve our heritage.

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Steve Lambert: How Parents Can Support Teachers

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 14:47:37 +0000

Steve Lambert, principal at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland, Idaho, talks with host Scot Bertram about how parents can support the work of teachers in the classroom, how to recognize and honor teachers, and the importance of a school having a clear mission.

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David Diener: Preparing for a Teacher's First Year

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 02:10:00 +0000

David Diener, headmaster at Hillsdale Academy and lecturing professor of education at Hillsdale College, talks with host Scot Bertram about how a teacher can prepare for the first year on the job, how to manage the ebb and flow of a school year, and how parents can support a teacher's work in the classroom.

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Seven Reasons We Teach History: Episode Three

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 02:10:00 +0000

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the third reason we teach history: to understand human nature.

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Stephen Shipp: Promoting a Positive School Culture

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 02:10:00 +0000

Stephen Shipp, headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, talk with host Scot Bertram about promoting a positive school culture, appreciating teachers, and preparing educators for the classroom.

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Seven Reasons We Teach History: Episode Two

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 02:10:00 +0000

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the second reason we teach history: to be culturally literate.

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Lyndsey Rariden: Setting Goals for Kindergarten Students

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 02:10:06 +0000

Lyndsey Rariden, kindergarten teacher and K-2 lead teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Leander, TX), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about setting goals for kindergarten students, introducing reading and phonics skills, and the importance of literacy.

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Seven Reasons We Teach History: Episode One

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 02:10:06 +0000

Jordan Adams, associate director of instructional resources with the Barney Charter School Initiative, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the first reason we teach history: to have contextual knowledge.

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Sarah Kiesewetter: A Lifetime in Classical Education

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 03:06:39 +0000

Sarah Kiesewetter, fifth grade teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado speaks with host Scot Bertram about about her experiences with classical education as a high school student, college student, teacher, and mother.

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Julie Apel: The Importance of Asking Good Questions

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 02:01:10 +0000

Julie Apel, Dean of Grammar School, Dean of Women, and Sixth Grade Teacher at Founder's Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), speaks with host Scot Bertram about the importance of asking good questions, how she expects her students to prepare for class, and the balancing act of leading students and staff.

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Cris Chacon: A Classical Approach to Math and Physics

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 02:10:03 +0000

Cris Chacon, physics and algebra teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about the classical approach to teaching math and physics, how those subjects work in concert with other disciplines, and advice for teachers just starting their careers.

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Tomek Grzesiak: What Makes a Great Book Great?

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 02:10:03 +0000

Tomek Grzesiak, an instructional coach at the Barney Charter School Initiative with a focus in literature, grammar,and composition, speaks with host Scot Bertram about what makes a great book great, what students should learn from stories in literature, and why diagramming sentences still matters.

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Michelle Johns: Partnering with the Barney Charter School Initiative

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 02:10:03 +0000

Michelle Johns, student services coordinator and the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) coordinator at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in Palm Bay, Florida, speaks with host Scot Bertram about student growth and partnering with the Barney Charter School Initiative.

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Ava Norman: How a Classical Education Prepared Me for College

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 15:29:35 +0000

Ava Norman, a freshman at the University of Texas who graduated in 2019 from Founders Classical Academy of Leander, speaks with host Scot Bertram and Hillsdale Assistant Provost for K-12 Education Katy O'Toole about how a classical education prepared her for college, gives advice to current students, and explains why she chose to major in classics.

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Steve Lambert: A Veteran Discusses Veterans Day In Schools

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 02:10:04 +0000

Steve Lambert, principal at Treasure Valley Classical Academy and veteran of the U.S. Air Force, speaks with host Scot Bertram about his military service, how Treasure Valley marks Veterans Day, and whether patriotism is a virtue.

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Camrenne Van Scoyk on Teaching Music at a Classical School

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 02:10:02 +0000

Camrenne Van Scoyk, music teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about the balance in the classroom between music history and music performance, managing the expectations of beginning musicians, and music therapy.

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Jenny Pursell on Teaching Kindergarten & Seeing “the Lightbulb Moment" in Students

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 01:10:02 +0000

Jenny Pursell, kindergarten teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, speaks with host Scot Bertram about teaching kindergarten, goals she has for her class, & seeing “the lightbulb moment” in students.

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Kyle & Tanja Swartz on Learning Alongside Their Children & the Impact of a Classical Education

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 01:00:02 +0000

Kyle & Tanja Swartz, parents of three students at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Leander, Texas), along with a recent graduate now attending Hillsdale College, speak with host Scot Bertram about choosing a classical education, the results they've seen in their own children, and reading along with them over the summers.

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Eric Coykendall on Hillsdale Classical Schools & Qualities of a Healthy Charter School

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 01:00:04 +0000

Eric Coykendall, Associate Director with the Hillsdale College Barney Charter School Initiative (BCSI), speaks with host Scot Bertram about BCSI, the benefits of a classical education, and the qualities of a healthy charter school.

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John Ottinger on Teaching Literature & Beloved Books

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 01:01:04 +0000

John Ottinger, Assistant Principal at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in Palm Bay, Florida, speaks with host Scot Bertram about teaching literature, books that capture students' imaginations, and parental questions about classical education.

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Abby Johnson on Mathematical Concepts and Making Math Interesting

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 01:00:04 +0000

Abby Johnson, Math Teacher and Department Chair at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about mathematical concepts, practical applications of the subject, and making math interesting for students.

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Rachel James on Foreign Language Instruction and Teaching Different Grades

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 01:00:06 +0000

Rachel James, a teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, speaks with host Scot Bertram about foreign language instruction, teaching different grade levels, and support received from the Barney Charter School Initiative.

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Jordan Adams on Working with Teachers and Making History Come Alive

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 01:00:05 +0000

Jordan Adams, an instructional coach with the Barney Charter School Initiative, speaks with host Scot Bertram about working with teachers, making history come alive, and the importance of studying Latin.

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Ali Pries on engaging students and teaching history

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 01:00:55 +0000

Ali Pries, Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about engaging students, teaching history, and the qualities of a great teacher.

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Jean marie Contreras on studying math and being mission-centered

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:06 +0000

Jean marie Contreras, Director of Mathematics at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in Florida, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the importance of studying math, helping students who need a little extra assistance, and working in a mission-centered environment.

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Tabitha Loy on Addressing Parental Concerns and Encouraging Student Participation

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 02:00:05 +0000

Tabitha Loy, Assistant Headmaster at Founders Classical Academy of Leander, TX, with host Scot Bertram about addressing parental concerns, encouraging student participation, and teaching one's own children.

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Ben Beier on Motivating Students with Wonder and Love

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 03:30:05 +0000

Ben Beier, Assistant Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, speaks with host Scot Bertram on motivating students with wonder and love, books that influenced his life, and tips for teachers.

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Robert Garrow on School Culture and Character Formation

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 01:17:21 +0000

Dr. Robert Garrow, principal at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about explaining classical education to parents, school culture, and character formation.

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Becky Holland on Teacher Training and Science Curricula

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 16:43:31 +0000

Becky Holland, Associate Director of the Hillsdale College Barney Charter School Initiative, speaks with host Scot Bertram about teacher training, science curricula, and summer reading.

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