The Nutcracker and the Four Realms: Appreciating “Old” Truths in a New-Centered World
I generally don’t read movie reviews, especially in the comment sections of websites. My straightforward principle is that the people who generally write those are the same people who think the McRib is a good idea, and, well, let’s just say I question their judgment. But sometimes when I am going to take my kids to see a movie I haven’t seen, I do want … Continue reading The Nutcracker and the Four Realms: Appreciating “Old” Truths in a New-Centered World
Classical Roundup – December 7th, 2018
The Classical Roundup is a group of worthwhile articles, videos, and podcasts that I have found helpful on our journey of exploring classical Christian education in the 21stcentury. What Teachers Want Most for Christmas – Joshua Gibbs writes a creative and spot on piece. Parents have been given the ultimate gift guide with this article. Memory Work: A Personal Journey – “The first truth is shockingly simple: … Continue reading Classical Roundup – December 7th, 2018
What is the Purpose of Teaching History? (Educational Insights from Hogwarts, Part 7)
We are now on to the second half of our 10 part series on Educational Insights from Hogwarts. If you missed the first five, check them out at the links below. Part 1: Lessons from Dolores, Dumbledore, and More Part 2: Private Christian Schools and Government Involvement Part 3: Meaningful Teacher Evaluations Part 4: Student Organizations Part 5: On the Integration of Subjects/Arts Part 6: … Continue reading What is the Purpose of Teaching History? (Educational Insights from Hogwarts, Part 7)
Gratitude: Feeling It Isn’t Enough
As leaders in our schools, it is no secret that not one of us is perfect. We all have our weaknesses. We all have our strengths. It is imperative that we are keenly aware which is which. This is true for a number of reasons, including our own development, how we structure our support team, what tendencies we must be aware of ourselves, and perhaps … Continue reading Gratitude: Feeling It Isn’t Enough
Classical Roundup – November 30th, 2018
The Classical Roundup is a group of worthwhile articles, videos, and podcasts that I have found helpful on our journey of exploring classical Christian education in the 21stcentury. What Charlotte Bronte Got It Right – Guest author Christine Norvell provides us with several reasons Jane Eyre is worth the time. Sorting Truth From Fiction – Headmaster Christopher Stevens from Cornerstone Classical reminds us through the struggles of … Continue reading Classical Roundup – November 30th, 2018
Censorship and the Great Books (Educational Insights from Hogwarts, Part 6)
Part 1: Lessons from Dolores, Dumbledore, and More Part 2: Private Christian Schools and Government Involvement Part 3: Meaningful Teacher Evaluations Part 4: Student Organizations Part 5: On the Integration of Subjects/Arts Censorship: Educational Decree #27 In this sixth installment we will explore Educational Decree #27 in which Umbridge bans The Quibbler after Harry gives an interview about what really happened on the night of Cedric … Continue reading Censorship and the Great Books (Educational Insights from Hogwarts, Part 6)
Felix Felicis and the Providence of God in Harry Potter and The Half-Blood Prince (Theology Through the Eyes of Fiction Series)
As a Bible and theology professor, I receive a lot of questions. And over time, I find that certain questions perplex and gnaw at students more often than others. Likely one of the most frequent questions (and also most urgent) I have received from students relates to the way in which the Bible affirms both divine sovereignty and human freedom. Many students feel the tension … Continue reading Felix Felicis and the Providence of God in Harry Potter and The Half-Blood Prince (Theology Through the Eyes of Fiction Series)
Classical Roundup – November 9th, 2018
The Classical Roundup is a group of worthwhile articles, videos, and podcasts that I have found helpful on our journey of exploring classical Christian education in the 21stcentury. Christopher Perrin – The Teacher that makes the Difference Toby Sumpter – Blood Bought World Sample Reading Rick Shaeffer – The Importance of J. R. R. Tolkien From ISM – The Difference Between Faculty Growth … Continue reading Classical Roundup – November 9th, 2018
On the Integration of Subjects/Arts (Educational Insights from Hogwarts, Part 5)
On the Integration of Subjects/Arts (Educational Insights from Hogwarts, Part 5) As I continue this series on educational insights we glean from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, I have decided to skip three of the educational decrees because they have a great deal of overlap and are related more to the administrative side of the school and the handling of punishments. Educational … Continue reading On the Integration of Subjects/Arts (Educational Insights from Hogwarts, Part 5)
On Beauty and Longing
By Lucy Watson Lucy is a senior at School of the Ozarks located in Point Lookout, Missouri. She is looking to study graphic design with a minor in accounting in college. When she isn’t doing school work or reading, she loves to play sports, paint, spin pottery, and spend time with her family. I am in my fourth year of a classical Christian education, and … Continue reading On Beauty and Longing
Cloudy with a Chance of Confusion: Obedience Clouded by Culture and the Importance of Memory for Virtuous Living in The Silver Chair (Theology through the Eyes of Fiction Series)
Have you ever found yourself in a moment, having just sinned, and you can’t explain for the life of you why you have just done what you did? I know I have. In fact, most sin in my life is of this kind. I don’t want to sin, and yet sin continues to wage war against me and I sometimes lose that battle. I know … Continue reading Cloudy with a Chance of Confusion: Obedience Clouded by Culture and the Importance of Memory for Virtuous Living in The Silver Chair (Theology through the Eyes of Fiction Series)
Student Organizations (Educational Insights from Hogwarts #4)
Educational Decree #24 (Educational Insights from Hogwarts, Part 4) When Dolores Umbridge begins to suspect that students are meeting to subvert her authority, she uses her position as Hogwarts High Inquisitor to take action regarding student organizations. Educational Decree #24 states: “All Student Organizations, Societies, Teams, Groups, and Clubs are henceforth disbanded. An Organization, Society, Team, Group, or Club is hereby defined as a regular … Continue reading Student Organizations (Educational Insights from Hogwarts #4)
The Classical Thistle 