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The classical model of education is a wonderful display of categorization. First, the classical model is traditionally divided into two categories of study — the Trivium and the Quadrivium. The first of these — and the primary focus of the Classical Conversations® programs — consists of learning the three...
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A Champion’s Legacy in Fourth Grade Spelling My husband’s claim to fame is All County Fourth Grade Spelling Bee Champion. He recounts this accomplishment with all the gusto of a “back in my day” dad tale, and I believe his parents still had the trophy on display when we...
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Homeschool parents searching for the best middle and high school programs want more than just a curriculum—they want a homeschool education that will equip their students for life. CC’s Challenge program offers exactly that: an investment in knowledge, character, and lifelong learning. But like any wise investment, the greatest...
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As a parent stepping into the Foundations program with Classical Conversations, you might find yourself asking, Am I doing this right? Am I doing enough? These fears are common, especially when navigating the classical method of education for the first time. But rest assured, you are not alone! As...
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Is your student in Challenge IV, preparing and writing for their Senior Thesis? Or, will your child soon enter Challenge IV and already feels intimidated by the prospect of writing such an intensive paper? Although Senior Thesis can be a difficult task, the rewards of this capstone project that ends...
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In Classical Conversations (CC) homeschooling communities, Mock Trial is a capstone event that Challenge B students, ages 13 and 14, eagerly prepare for in the spring semester. It’s a milestone that requires students to step into a courtroom setting, embody roles, and put their skills in logic, reasoning, and...
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The Christmas season is here, and we’re wrapping up another wonderful fall semester with our Classical Conversations (CC) community! For homeschool families, December is a time of gathering, celebration, and often a little bit of reflection on the year’s journey. So, why not take a moment to smile, sip...
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Finding the best homeschool curriculum is an essential task for every family, but it can be a tiresome process as well. With so much information out there, how do you know which homeschool curriculum to choose? And what should you look for in a homeschool curriculum? 4 Things to...
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Today, we’re sharing an article that offers a perspective on the relationship between science and faith, a topic of great interest and importance to many homeschooling families. “Science from a Biblical Perspective: Bridging Faith and Discovery” is written by Jeff Miller, Ph.D., a science researcher and writer at Apologetics...
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Finding the best preschool homeschool curriculum for your child is like planning the perfect meal. You want a recipe for success that you and your preschooler can savor along the way. Parents often want to jump-start their child’s education by implementing a rigorous homeschool schedule, but the preschool years...
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In 2019, a small group of CC tutors and leaders gathered together to talk about mathematical dimensions. Leigh Bortins, Classical Conversations founder, and Dr. Kirsty Gilpin, lead mathematician, used materials from Classical Conversation’s math curriculum, The Math Map to guide the conversation and invite those present to participate in...
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During my senior year of college, I interviewed for the Rhodes Fellowship, a program that gives US students an opportunity to study at Oxford University in England. The first round of interviews was a dinner in which applicants were paired with different interviewers during each course of the meal....
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