Developing Classical Thinkers

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The Thales (Junior High) Way Jan 17, 2020

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Hilary Herman-Pagliolo and Heather Brame interview Winston Brady, Dean of Academics at Thales, about the value of a Classical education and the benefits that Thales offers for both students and parents.

Teach Like a Champion Jan 14, 2020

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Thales Apex high school teachers Nicole Kimble, Leah Klein, and Sam Overacker discuss "Teach like a Champion" and successfully implementing their strategies in teaching.

Heart of the Text Jan 06, 2020

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An interview with Jill Sugg, high school school literature teacher at Thales Rolesville, on how to encourage students to closely read and identify with the texts they're reading.

Make it a Great Break Dec 23, 2019

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Our students are going out on break, and Winston Brady and Josh Herring offer some suggestions on how to get the most out of your winter break.
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No Opt Out Dec 16, 2019

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A conversation with Humanities teachers Nicole Kimble, Leah Klein, Sam Overacker, and Winston Brady to discuss "Teach like a Champion" and how to implement its strategies in the classroom.

Shoulders of Giants Dec 09, 2019

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An interview on science, the philosophy of science, and seminars with Matt Ogle, a high school biology teacher at Thales Rolesville.

Better Know Socrates Nov 21, 2019

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A conversation about Socrates, the Socratic method, and Socratic questioning for teachers interested in leading Socratic seminars.

The Danish Socrates Nov 14, 2019

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Tim Hall, Director of Academics at Thales Academy, speaks about influence of Soren Kierkegaard. For more information on this important, but often overlooked Danish philosopher, check out this article at the CLT Blog: https://blog.cltexam.com/kierkegaard-subjectivity-path-to-wisdom/

D-I, K-5 Nov 07, 2019

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Suzanne Lambert, head administrator at Thales Academy Wake Forest, talks all about Direct Instruction.

Tolstoy and Yeats on Virtue Oct 31, 2019

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Join Rob, Brian, and Matt as they discuss virtue, the good life, and the works of Leo Tolstoy and W.B. Yeats.