Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

Cassie Crosby, director of fine arts at St. John’s Classical Academy in Fleming Island, Florida, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what makes a classical music education different, how music is inseparable from the classical tradition, and the community built among students, teachers, and parents during musical performances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catherine Sims Kuiper, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the work of English writer John Ruskin, the nature of gothic art, and how Ruskin’s principles can help us better teach students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Neveau, athletic director at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the classical tradition of physical education, the best practices for running a physical education class, and what role sports play in a well-ordered education.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thomas Cox, Latin and Greek teacher at The Heights School in Potomac, Maryland, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to engage students in history class through storytelling and how to teach students to tell compelling stories, and he explains the process behind his co-authored textbooks  Becoming Greece  and  Becoming Rome . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Schlueter, professor of Philosophy and Religion at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the differences between the American and French revolutions, growing intellectual movements critical of the American Revolution, and the importance of cultivating the virtue of statesmanship. ---------------------------- A 20-minute podcast featuring professors, K-12 teachers, and friend...

Gwen Yarbrough, teacher support lead with the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Teacher Support Team, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what it means to teach mathematics classically, what a healthy classroom looks like, and what material Hillsdale’s K-12 Office recommends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christopher Matsos, chairman and associate professor of theatre at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the unique benefits of theatre programs, how to develop a theatre program on a budget, and how to utilize theatre resources granted to Hillsdale College K-12 member schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Balsbaugh, associate professor of Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how a "college prep mindset" often clashes with classical education, managing parent expectations, and how administrators can best communicate the priorities of their school to parents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steven Battaglia, Latin and upper school History teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss why students should learn Latin, when schools should start Latin education, and how Latin teachers can foster joy in the classroom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karissa Moschel (McCarthy), a fourth-grade teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to read to students, letting students reach their own conclusions, and some practical tips for improving your student's moral imagination. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Nugent, assistant principal and History and Philosophy teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy , joins host Scot Bertram to discuss forming virtuous students, helping students narrate their education, and showing students that their success means something to you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Mullaney, assistant director of School Leader Support at Hillsdale K-12, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how to instill virtue in students, prioritize school culture, and balance life as a school leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amber Nolan, third grade teacher at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss prepping for her first year as a classical school teacher, learning lessons during that first year, and working with parents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jose Arevalo, post-doctoral fellow at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the roots of classical education in America, how the progressives changed American education, and the revival of Great Books courses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Janice Dahnke, director of student services at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss accommodating students with disabilities, how to prepare for a student with special needs, and the power of humor to diffuse stressful interactions with students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeffery Rogers, associate dean of men at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the misconceptions that American culture has about boys, the importance of male role models, and how to raise men capable of facing adversity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Stone, director of new schools at Liberty Classical Schools, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how schools can support new teachers, how to grow into your role as a classroom leader, and how peers can best support first-year teachers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abigail Teska, art teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, and master teacher with Hillsdale College’s K-12 Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what defines a Hillsdale art education, how a classical art education differs from other approaches, and the ultimate purpose of art education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gloria Suarez, math teacher at Ascent Colorado Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her educational journey into engineering, how homeschooling taught her vital skills for her teaching career, and how she has navigated the world of classical education with her STEM background. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Benedict Whalen, associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the best methods for giving students a life-long appreciation for the rich tradition of literature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christopher Matsos, chairman and associate professor of Theatre at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to lay out his vision for teaching Shakespeare to K-12 students through a two-week workshop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Jennings, associate professor of leadership studies at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the origins of athletic competition in antiquity, why athletics are an integral part of a well-rounded classical education, and whether or not sports build character. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Holland, music teacher and department head at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her love for musical theater, the unique nature of music programs at Hillsdale-affiliated schools, and the power of student participation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wilfred McClay, the Victor Davis Hanson Chair in Classical History and Western Civilization at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the state of American history education in the United States and his textbook  Land of Hope: An Invitation to the Great American Story . This is the first in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the  Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence  seminar, “T...

Matthew Young, dean of natural sciences and professor of chemistry at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how chemistry fits into the liberal arts. This is the first in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence  seminar, “The Art of Teaching: The Sciences.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and...