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Teaching Science Classically – Advanced, Average, Special Needs – Memoria Press

What is the classical approach to science? For science articles, theory, and descriptions, see the Summer 2015 issue of The Classical Teacher. The quadrivium is re-emerging! Young Children & Special Needs See this collection of excellent read-alouds for younger children and for students with special needs: Science and Enrichment Set. This … Continue reading →

New – Listen to All FPEA Audio Sessions with Cheryl Swope

These were my first FPEA conferences. What a delightful getaway both times. (Imagine sunshine, palm trees, and a Florida breeze, as you listen.) Thank you to all who attended these sessions in person! Thanks to all of the gracious FPEA organizers past & present who invited me to the November … Continue reading →

FPEA Handout for “Classical Christian Education: Simply Defined” – Cheryl Swope

You can now purchase this FPEA May 2015 session here. Thank you to all those who attended. It was encouraging to see so many newcomers to classical Christian education! I especially enjoyed your questions and participation. As promised, below please find the list of resources provided during this session in … Continue reading →

Handout for “Classical Christian Education: Simply Defined” – Cheryl Swope @ FPEA

Purchase this FPEA May 2015 session here. See chapters 1-4 of Simply Classical for a full but highly accessible treatment of classical education. See chapters 5-11 for resources, strategies, and encouragement, so you can bring a classical Christian education to any child, even if you did not receive this education … Continue reading →

FPEA Handout for Soften Hearts: Nurturing Empathy in Your Challenged Child

Thank you to all who attended this session in Florida. This was my first time to present this material, and it became among my all-time favorite sessions. I appreciate all those who took time to speak to me afterward. Please find below the handout for this talk: Soften Hearts: Nurturing … Continue reading →

For Lutheran Education in the Home

Meet fellow Lutheran homeschoolers at the CCLE XV Conference in July. Register children ages 3-12 @ ccle.org and find information on the teen program here. Attend sessions on teaching, theology, and more. Come early (I’ll be there) for Wittenberg Academy’s hospitality Monday evening. Stay through Thursday for this one-of-a-kind gathering … Continue reading →

Cathy Duffy Reviews the Simply Classical Curriculum

“Memoria Press has begun creating the Simply Classical program, complete year-long packages for teaching children with special needs beginning as young as ages two or three.  ‘The rich beautiful content of a classical Christian education designed to promote wisdom, virtue, and eloquence within the Christian context of forgiveness, mercy, and … Continue reading →

14 Days Away – WTMOnline – Join my sessions: Classical Education for Special Needs

Susan Wise Bauer invited me to lead online sessions designed for anyone bringing a classical education to a child with special needs. $20 entitles you to participate in one 3-week mini conference.  $40 gives you access to both parts, recommended for maximum learning & enjoyment! Both parts occur on Mondays, … Continue reading →

Encouragement for Anyone in Classical Christian Education

As the school year ends, May and June become months for reflection. For anyone seeking encouragement for classical Christian education pursuits, whether in the school, home, or university, consider Simply Classical, the book Martin Cothran of the Classical Latin School Association calls “revolutionary.” Dr. Veith of the Consortium for Classical … Continue reading →

Now Customizable – Simply Classical Curriculum for Special Needs

Beginning with Level B: Essentials, Etiquette, and Ear Training, each level of the Simply Classical Curriculum is now customizable. When you select the desired level, see the “Customize” option. Change the phonics/reading components or the math components to match your child’s needs. With the customized content, you will receive Individualized … Continue reading →