The following article, written by Chris Swanson, president and tutor at Gutenberg College, offers a compelling perspective on the value of classical, Christian education. Swanson argues that a return to time-tested educational principles can help us reclaim our humanity and resist being treated as mere “lab rats” in an...
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Classical Conversations is all about redeeming and reclaiming our own education while giving our children a great one. But how do you reclaim or redeem an education that already pursued excellence? I was born in the United Kingdom far more years ago than I care to note here, and...
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After more than twenty years of homeschooling, I’ve learned a thing or two about the best homeschool routines. Sometimes our routines are dialed in, and it’s smooth sailing in our homeschool. And, of course, sometimes our routines need adjustment. What do I do when the homeschool schedule needs review?...
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“A classical education curriculum? Isn’t that just for elite private schools and snooty academicians obsessed with Latin?” If you’ve ever dismissed classical education as outdated, outmoded, or irrelevant, you might be surprised to discover its growing influence in diverse educational settings—including homeschooling—where the principles of classical education are being...
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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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Are you intrigued by the idea of a rigorous, classical, Christ-centered, and community-based homeschool program for your high school student? Classical Conversations has got you covered! This page serves as your one-stop resource for information, insights, and inspiration to guide you through every step of the Challenge program, our...
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When we are fearful, we tend to fall back on things that we know. There is nothing like homeschooling for preying upon our fears about parenting. The questions echo: “Will my child be able to get into college?” “Will my child be able to find a good job?” And...
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“Ready or not, here I come!” When our children were young, we heard these words countless times—often accompanied by excited giggles—echo through our home whenever they began a game of hide-and-seek. Afterward, as they moved from room to room to find their siblings, we’d hear a cheer when they...
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I have a sneaking suspicion that Scribblers at Home: Recipes from Lifelong Learners is the most versatile resource in the CC Catalog. I realize that might be quite a claim, and that I might be a little prejudiced, being one of those “lifelong learners” mentioned in the title. But...
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Throughout human history, mythology has played a significant role in shaping cultures, beliefs, and worldviews. Pagan gods, with their diverse stories and attributes, have been central to many ancient civilizations. As Christians, we often find ourselves confronted with these mythological figures, whether in literature, history, or even contemporary culture....
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