Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

A 20-minute podcast featuring professors, K-12 teachers, and friends of Hillsdale College, all speaking about classical education—what it is, why it’s still relevant today, and what makes it unique. Hosted by Scot Bertram.

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Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

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Education

Podcast website

k12.hillsdale.edu

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Dos and Don’ts of Teaching 9th-12th Graders History 15.11.2021

Trent Kramer, Headmaster at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado in Fort Collins (Colo.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the dos and don'ts of teaching 9th through 12th graders history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ages & Stages: Kindergarten Curriculum 11.11.2021

Lyndsey Rariden, Kindergarten Teacher at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Tex.), talks with host Scot Bertram about curriculum in the kindergarten classroom, being a cheerleader for students, and what stories resonate with the class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dos and Don’ts of Teaching 6-8th Graders History 08.11.2021

Jordan Adams, Civic Education Specialist at Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the dos and don'ts of teaching 6th through 8th graders history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ages & Stages: Teaching Kindergarten Students 04.11.2021

Carrie Brown, Kindergarten teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Mich.) talks with host Scot Bertram about teaching Kindergarten students, creating a great classroom environment, and building structure for the class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Punt: Teaching Music to Elementary School Children 01.11.2021

John Punt, music teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville (Ind.), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about teaching music to elementary school children, incorporating instruments into lessons, and how to teach students to appreciate music in the classroom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dos and Don’ts of Teaching 3-5th Graders History 25.10.2021

Tim Polelle, Fourth Grade Teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale (Mich.), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the dos and don'ts of teaching 3rd through 5th graders history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erick von Hoffmann: Teaching Art at a Classical School 18.10.2021

Erick von Hoffmann, Consultant for Art Curriculum and Instruction for Hillsdale K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about teaching art in a classical school setting, what students should know about art history, and putting art instruction into practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dos and Don’ts of Teaching K-2nd Graders History 11.10.2021

Amy Listro, Dean of Academics at Northwest Classical Academy in Kennesaw, Georgia, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the dos and don'ts of teaching Kindergarten through 2nd graders history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Roberts: Athletics and School Culture 04.10.2021

Mike Roberts, Assistant Headmaster and Athletic Director at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the philosophy of a healthy athletic program, how to help students balance classroom work and athletics work, and generating local community support for athletes and games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leading Figures in Education: Michael Polanyi 27.09.2021

Jon Fennell, Professor Emeritus of Education and former Dean of Social Sciences at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Michael Polanyi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ellen Condict: Poetry in High School 20.09.2021

Ellen Condict, Instructor of Humanities at Hillsdale Academy and Adjunct Professor of English and Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about instilling a love of poetry in high school students, the types of poems best suited for that level, and why memorization is an important tool. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Sowers: The Leader's Perspective 14.09.2021

Doug Sowers, Headmaster at Founders Classical Academy of Leander, joins host Scot Bertram to share how he observes teachers, effective messaging against the "8th Grade Melt," and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathleen O'Toole: Hillsdale College and K-12 Education 06.09.2021

Kathleen O'Toole, Assistant Provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to talk the work in the the K-12 Education program, an education that is both American and classical, and what differentiates Hillsdale-affiliated K-12 classical schools from the approaches of other classical schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leading Figures in Education: Booker T. Washington 30.08.2021

Paul Moreno, William and Berniece Grewcock Chair in Constitutional History, Professor of History, and Dean of Social Sciences at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Booker T. Washington. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Salvatori Prize Winner: Sacred Heart Academy 23.08.2021

Each year Hillsdale College presents the Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching to honor an outstanding K-12 educational program. Sacred Heart Academy of Grand Rapids (Mich.) was the 2021 Salvatori Prize winner this year. We are joined by school Headmaster Mr. Sean Maltbie and Dean of Faculty and Curriculum Mr. Zach Good, interviewed by Dr. Dan Coupland, Chairman and Professor of the Edu...

2021 Outstanding Graduate Address: Golden View Classical Academy 19.08.2021

Hear the 2021 Outstanding Graduate Address from Golden View Classical Academy in Golden (Colo.), presented by Mary Kate McCarthy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Salvatori Prize Finalist: Seven Oaks Classical School 16.08.2021

Each year Hillsdale College presents the Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching to honor an outstanding K-12 educational program. Seven Oaks Classical School of Elletsville (Ind.)was a finalist this year and we are joined by school Headmaster Dr. Stephen Shipp, interviewed by Dr. David Diener, Headmaster of Hillsdale Academy and Lecturing Professor of Education at Hillsdale College. See...

Salvatori Prize Finalist: The Vanguard School 09.08.2021

Each year Hillsdale College presents the Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching to honor an outstanding K-12 educational program. The Vanguard School of Colorado Springs (Colo.) was a finalist this year and we are joined by school Executive Director Mr. Collin Mullaney, interviewed by Dr. Kathleen O'Toole, assistant provost for K-12 education at Hillsdale College. See omnystudio.com/list...

2021 Valedictorian Address: Hillsdale Academy 05.08.2021

Hear the 2021 Valedictorian Address at Hillsdale Academy, presented by valedictorian Kiera Welden and Latin award winner Sofia Masukova-Kratt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leading Figures in Education: Alcuin 02.08.2021

Adam Kear, former Latin and Greek teacher at Veritas Preparatory Academy in Phoenix (AZ), joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Alcuin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Andrew: School Culture and Classical Teaching 26.07.2021

Josh Andrew, Dean of Academics at Atlanta Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to talk about working with teachers and parents, the senior thesis, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leading Figures in Education: Frederick Douglass 19.07.2021

Dr. Lucas Morel, Worsham Teaching Fellow at Hillsdale College's Van Andel Graduate School of Government in Washington, D.C. and a Professor of Politics at Washington and Lee University, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Frederick Douglass. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2021 Valedictorian Address: Founders Classical Academy of Las Vegas 15.07.2021

Hear the 2021 Valedictorian Address at Founders Classical Academy of Las Vegas (NV), presented by valedictorian Ashley Rider and salutatorian Sarah Sawin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Shipp: The Leader's Perspective 12.07.2021

Dr. Stephen Shipp, Headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville (IN), joins host Scot Bertram to talk about the most important part of being a teacher, the purpose of testing, how history ought to be taught, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leading Figures in Education: Homer 04.07.2021

Andrew Kern, President and CEO of the Circe Institute and a researcher into the world of classical education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the thinking and teaching of Homer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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