When Benjamin Franklin was asked whether or not the United States of America was a democracy or a republic, he gave this answer: “A republic, if you can keep it.” To say this a different way, freedom is won in each generation, and each generation has to ask whether...
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Happy Thanksgiving to all homeschooling families! We hope you and your family can enjoy some rest from the normal business of the school year as you celebrate thankfulness together this season. Of course, although you may not be helping your child with typical math or grammar exercises during this...
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“Really, homeschooling? Aren’t you afraid you’re going to mess up your kid?” You’ve probably heard these kinds of questions before. Maybe you’ve even asked them yourself. Hey, maybe you’re still asking them. Homeschooling is a big investment in terms of time, energy, and your child’s future; it’s natural to...
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Are you a Classical Conversations® Essentials Tutor? First, thank you for being a vital part of your local community, leading the next generation of lifelong learners to know God and to make Him known! Second, amid a busy semester, we thought we’d send some encouragement and support your way...
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In the United States, it’s easy to think of homeschooling as just an American movement. But that’s not the case! In the last few decades, homeschooling has taken nations the world over by storm as parents recognize the many benefits of homeschooling. To celebrate and recognize the leaders, parents,...
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Each year, sixteen Foundations students from around the country compete in the Classical Conversations® National Memory Master hosted in Southern Pines, North Carolina. There, they recite memory work from all three cycles to a panel of judges. While every finalist demonstrates adept memorization skills, only one winner walks away...
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Do you know a parent who is interested in homeschooling, the classical model, or a community-based approach to home education? Consider inviting them to a local Classical Conversations® outreach event! Open Houses vs. Information Meetings Both Open Houses and Information Meetings are welcoming places to start learning about homeschooling...
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Most are aware that the number of homeschool families in the United States saw a significant spike two years ago. This was largely due to nationwide lockdowns and school restrictions during the pandemic, which “forced” many parents into homeschooling their children. But how do the numbers stand today? Is...
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Someone recently asked me to weigh in on their “be part of a local community” or “do Classical Conversations® at home” dilemma. As I began to gather my thoughts, identify my best examples, and marshal my arguments, I realized that for me, the jury is not still out. I...
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Have you heard about Classical Conversations’ best-kept secret? Well, we’d love to tell you all about the Classical Learning Cohort! Previously only available to Classical Conversations® Directors, Tutors, and leaders, we are now opening the Classical Learning Cohort to parents, so every Classical Conversations member can grow in his...
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The short and perhaps expected answer — no, it’s not too late to homeschool. Whether your child is in finishing elementary school or beginning their senior year of high school, it’s never too late to withdraw your child from a traditional school to start homeschooling. Is It Too Late...
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We at Classical Conversations® are grateful that the Foundations program, designed for families with students ages 4 and up, continues to be a blessing not just to students, but to parents as well. I continue to thank God for and all that it’s taught me. I have...
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