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Jul 28, 2025

Top 3 Homeschool Questions Answered by Leigh Bortins

Considering homeschooling but unsure where to begin? You’re not alone. Many parents exploring homeschool options are filled with questions: Can I really do this? What does a typical day look like? Will my kids fall behind? In this article, Leigh Bortins—veteran homeschool mom and founder of Classical Conversations—shares her...

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Jul 16, 2025

20 Top Homeschool Field Trip Ideas in Atlanta

Set in the heart of the vibrant South, Atlanta is filled with culture, history, science, and hands-on learning—making it the perfect destination for homeschool field trips in Atlanta. This educational city offers countless opportunities to turn a simple outing into a meaningful memory. As a hub of art, nature,...

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Jul 08, 2025

AI Writing Tools vs. Human Creativity- Part Two

How do I guide my child in practicing integrity when writing with AI tools? The rise of AI in education offers both promise and peril, especially for families striving to raise students who think deeply, write honestly, and live virtuously. In this second article of the three-part series, Classical...

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Jul 01, 2025

When Education is Free, Responsibility is Bankrupt

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 ā€œfreeā€ education often come at the cost of accountability, quality, and personal responsibility. Leigh Bortins, founder of Classical Conversations, has...

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Jun 23, 2025

Can I Homeschool My Child? Yes, and You Already Are!

ā€œCan I homeschool my child?ā€ 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 ā€œwhy,ā€ you’ve been teaching...

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