Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

David Whalen, Associate Vice President for Curriculum and Professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of John Senior. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Rogers and Catherine Rogers, Ninth Grade Teachers at Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (Texas), talk with host Scot Bertram about ninth grade curriculum, how the literature curriculum aligns with the history curriculum, and expectations in moving from eighth grade to ninth grade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Hill, Headmaster at Valor North Austin (Texas), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about what we mean by "wonder" in a classroom setting, how to encourage students to be filled with wonder, and how wonder draws students closer toward the good, the true and the beautiful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathleen O’Toole, Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about what we mean by politics in an educational setting, making sure our children become good citizens, and how the curriculum in classical education relates back to civic education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Rogers, a Ninth and Tenth Teacher at Founders Classical Academy in Lewisville (Texas), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching ninth grade, the transition from eighth grade to high school, and adult-level questions that begin around this time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Rose, Headmaster at Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati (Ohio), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the purpose of school architecture, how architecture can help meet the goals of classical education, and ways to overcome obstacles in the way of beautiful schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Adams, Civic Education Specialist at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, and Cris Chacon, Physics and Algebra teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), talk with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the eighth classroom, topics that tend to engage students, and the role parents can play in education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Andrew, Upper School Principal at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about where we see school culture begin, the role teachers play in setting, creating, and maintaining school culture, and advice for schools looking to change their culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cris Chacon, Eighth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.) talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching eighth grade, serious questions that are on the minds of students at this age, and disciplinary issues and behavior changes that pop up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Shipp, Headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville (Ind.), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about school choice, teacher certification, and local control of education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Nugent, a teacher and Dean of Students at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland (Idaho), and Marc Uthiem, science teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Texas), talk with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the seventh grade classroom, highlights from history and science classes, and tips for parents of students a t this age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Stephen Lambert, Headmaster at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland (Idaho), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about classical education in rural America, how his school serves the community, and how athletics help to build a culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Nugent, a teacher and Dean of Students at Treasure Valley Classical Academy in Fruitland (Idaho), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching seventh grade, what seventh graders want from their teacher, and how the improve the study habits of students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julianne Hillock, Principal at Hozho Academy in Gallup (N.M.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the school's updated and revamped classical physical education program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zach Dombrowski, a former sixth-grade teacher and now an upper school teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), and Molly Dombrowski, a current sixth grade teacher at Golden View, talk with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the sixth grade classroom, highlights from history class, and helping students through the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Berndt, Academic Dean at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Tex.), talks with host Scot Bertram to share insights into planning for astronomy class, the first year of teaching in a classical school, the senior thesis, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anne Hutchinson, a Sixth Grade Teacher at Estancia Valley Classical Academy in Edgewood (N.M.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching sixth grade, how her students interact with each other, and what parts of the curriculum students really enjoy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda Gilmore, literature teacher at Golden View Classical Academy (Colo.), talks with Scot Bertram about managing the teacher workload, the most important facets to teaching literature, insights into the senior thesis, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beth Laing, Fifth Grade Teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Las Vegas, talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the fifth grade classroom, how the literature curriculum aligns with some of the history curriculum, and practical and appropriate ways for parents to help their students at this level. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron Jones, a historical kinesiologist, talks with host Scot Bertram about American physical education and its classical roots and what we can learn from our history when designing our physical education classes today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Kiesewetter, a Fifth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden View (Colo.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching fifth grade, competition for grades, and teaching essay writing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're joined now by Dr. Kathleen O'Toole, Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College and a former classical school headmaster, talks with host Scot Bertram about what it takes to lead a school, virtues of successful leaders, and the importance of delegating responsibilities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenny Mulvey, Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.). talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the fourth grade classroom, topics in history, reading, and science classes, and how parents can help their children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomek Grzesiak, Curriculum Coordinator for Hillsdale College K-12 Education, talks with host Scot Bertram about why children's literature is so important for our kids, what role should illustrations play in good children's literature, and some examples of good literature for various ages. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ali Pries, a Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden View (Colo.), talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching fourth grade, serious questions on the minds of students at this age, and building blocks students have when they complete this grade level. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.