Classical Education and College Prep

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 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. Learn More About The Hillsdale College Podcast Network: https://podcast.hillsdale.edu #podcast #conservative #christian  #college #educationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.