Veritas Vox - The Voice of Classical Christian Education

Classical education has been called out for being “too inaccessible” to anyone with less than a genius IQ level, “too exclusive” to those who are of non-Western European heritage, and “too expensive” for most families.   We respond to these criticisms and more today in our second episode with Michael Eatmon addressing Sherry Hayes’ (Mom Delights) podcast episode, “Why I Reject Classical Education...

Today, we explore a global perspective on classical Christian education with David Elsing, founder of The Classical School in Perth, Australia – a unique hybrid homeschool model that's revolutionizing education Down Under. David shares his fascinating journey from teaching in elite Australian schools to discovering the transformative power of classical Christian education through Veritas’ Omn...

What would you say if someone said you shouldn’t classically educate because it “has pagan roots” or because your kids will just grow up to be pretentious know-it-alls? How would you explain the difference between classical education and classical Christian education?  We tackle these topics and more with Michael Eatmon, as we respond to Sherry Hayes’ (Mom Delights) podcast episode, “Why I Reject...

Wondering how to help high school students as they enter the world of upper-level mathematics? If so, today’s episode is for you! Join us as we discuss math with a man whose name is widely renowned in the world of mathematics textbooks, Paul Foerster. We’ll explore the impact of tackling math in a hands-on way, the importance of a growth mindset when approaching mathematics, and how to coach stude...

Dr. John G. West, Vice President of the Discovery Institute, discusses his powerful new book, Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: How the Relentless Assault on Religion Has Created a Nation of Christian Hostages. Dr. West reveals how many Christians—often unknowingly—have adopted the values, language, and priorities of a culture increasingly hostile to Biblical truth. We also explore how this cultura...

Did you know that homeschool families aren’t the only ones who benefit from Veritas Press curriculum? We have an entire service called Single Source that serves brick-and-mortar schools, too! Today, Gene Liechty joins us to talk about what Single Source is and how it makes curriculum purchasing easier for schools of all sizes. If you’re friends with a school administrator, be sure to send them thi...

Did you know that the Calvin Coolidge Foundation offers an annual full-ride scholarship to ANY college the winning student chooses? Learn about this and explore the topic of Christians in politics in today’s episode of Veritas Vox with guest Garland S. Tucker III. Want to hear something specific?  > At minutes 5:27 to 10:54, learn about Garland’s book on Calvin Coolidge (and some fun facts abou...

What mindsets make someone successful? We discuss this and more with Sarah Hernholm, founder of WIT (Whatever It Takes), which teaches entrepreneurship to kids ages 12-18. Join us as we explore the intersection of education, youth empowerment, and the entrepreneurial mindset.

Have you heard about the $10 billion rise of classical Christian education? Sarah Hernholm notes in her recent Forbes article that, “A 2,500-year-old educational approach is quietly disrupting the $750 billion K-12 education market…Classical Christian Education (CCE) has expanded from a niche movement to a significant market force, with over 677,500 students enrolled across 1,551 institutions for...

How do you answer students who ask, “How are the great books going to benefit me?” We discuss this and all other things classical literature with Dr. Matthew Post, the Applied Associate Professor of Philosophy and Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs at the Honors College at the University of Tulsa. If you’ve ever wondered how to explain what makes the Great Books different from series like Twilight...

Did you know that Veritas Scholars Academy currently offers 13 different math subjects and that many of these are available in three different curricula options? VSA senior Abby Bellucci has taken every math course in our core curriculum AND all of the elective math courses, too! Abby and her mother, Jen, join us today to chat about their experience with VSA math, how the Veritas Diploma Program h...

Today, Marlin and Laurie Detweiler are here to give you a sneak peek of some exciting Summer course options at Veritas Scholars Academy! Listen in to hear a preview of what courses you can expect to see in the coming weeks. Upcoming opportunities… Mini-Courses: Never tried a Veritas live online course before? For only $10, our 3-week Mini-Courses are a great way to explore how they work! Enrollmen...

How do students at Veritas Scholars Academy build relationships and foster an uplifting online environment? VSA student Lauren Hall joins us to share her experiences in student leadership, including working with the Student Moderators and leading the Student Mentors – a group of Juniors and Seniors who give godly counsel, tech help, encouragement, and more to their peers. If you have ever wondered...

Meet John Moeller, a former White House chef who served under three presidents: George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George W. Bush. – and soon he’ll be serving Veritas families, too! Join us as John shares fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from his years at the White House preparing state dinners, spending time with the presidential families, and his experiences during the historic events of 9...

Classical Christian education is growing roots in Australia! Kon Bouzikos, President of the Australian Classical Education Society (ACES) joins us today to share how Australian educators are adapting classical educational principles to create a distinctly Australian curriculum while embracing the trivium.  What does it take to build a classical education movement from the ground up? Learn about ho...

Andrew Pudewa, founder and director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing, joins us today to explore the neurological development of reading skills in children.  Andrew shares invaluable insights on the dangers of pushing reading too early, the benefits of phonics-based approaches, and the importance of reading aloud to children to build vocabulary beyond their decoding abilities. Whether you...

Have you heard of The National Bible Bee ? It’s not just a national competition - it’s also a great way to help kids learn to dig in deep as they study scripture. Bible Bee Director, Brian Mullins, joins us to share how this program benefits kids ages 5-18, whether they plan to compete or simply get involved in one of the many study groups happening around the world this summer. Thinking of joinin...

Meet Pamela Mork, an associate professor of chemistry at Concordia College and the author of Veritas Press's groundbreaking chemistry textbook. In this episode, Pamela shares her vision for making high school chemistry both rigorous and accessible, drawing from her experience as both a college educator and a homeschooling parent to create a curriculum that speaks directly to students. Learn w...

Join Marlin and Laurie Detweiler for this mini-episode as they discuss two new math programs coming to Veritas Scholars Academy that address these common challenges:  1. Helping students catch up to classical education standards. 2. Providing accelerated options for mathematically gifted students. These new course options will eliminate the repetitive elements of Saxon Math and condense two years...

Are you looking for a way to help your children grow their confidence, expand their vocabulary, and gain an appreciation for the classics? Theater-loving mom and author Jenny Bradley is crafting the perfect Shakespeare collection for young learners – Kids on Stage .  In her first release of the series, Jenny has adapted Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream to be accessible for children to read...

Dr. Bob Cannon, headmaster of Veritas Scholars Academy, shares invaluable insights about transitioning families into VSA's rigorous classical education program and what makes students thrive in this unique learning environment. Plus, learn about their approach to challenging students beyond conventional expectations, while fostering a genuine love of learning. Parents often wonder if their ch...

Dr. Bob Cannon, headmaster of Veritas Scholars Academy, joins us today to discuss the exceptional faculty that make VSA a truly world-class online school. Learn about our rigorous teacher selection process, why 95% of our teachers come back year after year, how our ongoing teacher mentorship works, and more! If you or someone you know would like to join our team, we are constantly expanding! As of...

Join us for a sneak peek at the up-and-coming Veritas Self-Paced Rhetoric course, featuring Dr. Michael Collender, editor of A Rhetoric of Love and author of A Rhetoric of Love Volume II . What is Rhetoric? Why learn it? How will the new Self-Paced course work? Answers to these questions and more await you in this episode of Veritas Vox!

Join us as we dive into the rich intersection of classical philosophy and Christian thought with Louis Markos, Ph. D. In this episode, we explore how ancient Greek thinkers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle contributed to understanding divine truth through general revelation. Markos illuminates fascinating connections between classical wisdom and Christian theology, discussing how these philosop...

Caleb and Melba Voskamp are alumni of Veritas Press who now own and operate a publishing venture called The Keeping Company, where they specialize in heirloom quality books and keepsakes geared toward creating cherished family traditions. Discover how their unique approach to creating resources—from countdown spirals to children's books—celebrates Christian life's meaningful moments and...