A 20-minute podcast featuring professors, K-12 teachers, and friends of Hillsdale College, all speaking about classical education—what it is, why it’s still relevant today, and what makes it unique. Hosted by Scot Bertram.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Beier, Associate Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of William Shakespeare. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Catherine Kuiper, Assistant Professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Henry Adams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
