For many parents, the desire for public education reform is growing—especially as socialism gains popularity among younger voters and federal funding fuels both debt and bureaucracy. The promises of “free” education often come at the cost of accountability, quality, and personal responsibility. Leigh Bortins, founder of Classical Conversations, has...
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Can homeschool parents really pursue a master’s degree? It’s a question many Classical Conversations families quietly ask as they juggle lesson plans, laundry, and Latin declensions. In this article, CC mom and recent graduate Aimee Smith shares not only her inspiring journey of earning a CC Plus master’s degree...
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When your toddler points to a flower and says “daisy,” something profound is happening. In that small act of naming, your child is not just learning a word—they are laying claim to knowledge, connection, and meaning. Naming is more than vocabulary building; it is the first step toward wisdom....
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“Can I homeschool my child?” It’s a question many parents ask—often with a mixture of hope, doubt, and curiosity. But here’s the good news: you already are. From the moment your child took their first wobbly steps to the moment they asked their first big “why,” you’ve been teaching...
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Classical Conversations® Challenge IV is the final level in the Challenge program, the culmination of the Classical Conversations experience. Whether your student has completed Foundations, Essentials, and the previous levels of Challenge or is entering Challenge IV as a first-time Classical Conversations student, this post is a great place...
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There are different types of partners for just about everything. I’m sure we can all think back to a time when we’ve partnered with a friend to start a bible study, pursue a new health goal, or maybe even launch a new business venture. Whatever the scenario, we found...
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Want to empower your child with sharp critical thinking skills, mastery of grammar, and a love for language? The Classical Conversations Essentials program does just that. This two-hour afternoon tutorial for students in fourth through sixth grade lays the foundation for lifelong language skills. Essentials helps students understand English...
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For many homeschool dads—especially those stepping into the role of stay-at-home parent—the search for a meaningful alternative to public school can feel overwhelming. You want your kids grounded in truth, surrounded by godly families, and shaped by something more lasting than test scores and deadlines. Maybe you’ve felt the...
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At Southeastern University (SEU), we believe that education should shape hearts, minds, and souls for purposeful living, all while preparing students for a career. Through CC Plus, our exclusive partnership with Classical Conversations, we are honored to extend our mission to families across the nation who are committed to...
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Homeschool science curricula often focus on measurable aspects such as labs, vocabulary, and tests. But what if the real key to understanding science isn’t just analysis, but observation? Parents searching for nature drawing for homeschool are often looking for meaningful, classical science activities that integrate art, deepen attention, and...
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In the world of homeschooling, where flexibility is both a blessing and a responsibility, a quiet question often lingers in the minds of parents: Am I helping my child or unintentionally hindering them? This search for clarity leads many parents to explore academic integrity in homeschooling—not merely as a...
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The American Miracle: Our Nation Is No Accident opens in theaters June 9–11, 2025! Get Tickets Now This motion picture tells the forgotten story of God’s providence in the founding of the United States and the inspiration that led to the Constitution. With historically accurate accounts and documented source...
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