Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

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 if 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, “The Art of Teaching: American History.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa Becker, Hillsdale alumna and founding board member at Nevada Classical Academy Elko, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her time as a Hillsdale student, her decision to help start a public charter school in northeast Nevada, and some of the challenges she’s faced in founding a new school. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Blackstone, school leader fellow at Hillsdale Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss her decision to dedicate her life to education, how she discovered the Hillsdale College K-12 Education fellowship, and what lessons she’s learned over the course of the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Teeple, math coordinator at Atlanta Classical Academy, delivers a speech on how to use simple games to make mathematics enjoyable for students. This is the fourth in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Mathematics.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Gregg, assistant professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a speech on how asking your students questions can improve their understanding of mathematics. This is the third in a series of shows from presentations delivered at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Mathematics.” The Hoogland Center is an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office and offers seminars in classical academics and pedagogy for teachers of any background. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathleen O'Toole, assistant provost for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss whether or not classical education is political, why the study of politics is so important, and the nuances of a well-ordered education in politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristina Vourax, public relations manager for Hillsdale College's K-12 Education office and founding board president of Lake Country Classical Academy, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the best practices for starting a charter school, the impact of teacher-led education, and how to utilizes resources granted to Hillsdale College K-12 member schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.