

Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast
Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast
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.
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Nov 11, 2019 • 20min
Steve Lambert: A Veteran Discusses Veterans Day In Schools
Steve Lambert, principal at Treasure Valley Classical Academy and veteran of the U.S. Air Force, speaks with host Scot Bertram about his military service, how Treasure Valley marks Veterans Day, and whether patriotism is a virtue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 4, 2019 • 22min
Camrenne Van Scoyk on Teaching Music at a Classical School
Camrenne Van Scoyk, music teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about the balance in the classroom between music history and music performance, managing the expectations of beginning musicians, and music therapy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28, 2019 • 13min
Jenny Pursell on Teaching Kindergarten & Seeing “the Lightbulb Moment" in Students
Jenny Pursell, kindergarten teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, speaks with host Scot Bertram about teaching kindergarten, goals she has for her class, & seeing “the lightbulb moment” in students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 21, 2019 • 28min
Kyle & Tanja Swartz on Learning Alongside Their Children & the Impact of a Classical Education
Kyle & Tanja Swartz, parents of three students at Founders Classical Academy of Leander (Leander, Texas), along with a recent graduate now attending Hillsdale College, speak with host Scot Bertram about choosing a classical education, the results they've seen in their own children, and reading along with them over the summers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 2019 • 23min
Eric Coykendall on Hillsdale Classical Schools & Qualities of a Healthy Charter School
Eric Coykendall, Associate Director with the Hillsdale College Barney Charter School Initiative (BCSI), speaks with host Scot Bertram about BCSI, the benefits of a classical education, and the qualities of a healthy charter school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 2019 • 16min
John Ottinger on Teaching Literature & Beloved Books
John Ottinger, Assistant Principal at Pineapple Cove Classical Academy in Palm Bay, Florida, speaks with host Scot Bertram about teaching literature, books that capture students' imaginations, and parental questions about classical education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 2019 • 20min
Abby Johnson on Mathematical Concepts and Making Math Interesting
Abby Johnson, Math Teacher and Department Chair at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about mathematical concepts, practical applications of the subject, and making math interesting for students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 2019 • 19min
Rachel James on Foreign Language Instruction and Teaching Different Grades
Rachel James, a teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, speaks with host Scot Bertram about foreign language instruction, teaching different grade levels, and support received from the Barney Charter School Initiative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 16, 2019 • 25min
Jordan Adams on Working with Teachers and Making History Come Alive
Jordan Adams, an instructional coach with the Barney Charter School Initiative, speaks with host Scot Bertram about working with teachers, making history come alive, and the importance of studying Latin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 9, 2019 • 19min
Ali Pries on engaging students and teaching history
Ali Pries, Fourth Grade Teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, speaks with host Scot Bertram about engaging students, teaching history, and the qualities of a great teacher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


