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EE: We Believe So We Prepare to Discover Jul 07, 2020

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How does what you believe impact what you do? At Classical Conversations, we understand that what we believe drives what we do, educationally! Join us for this first episode of a new series, "We Believe…So We…", and think with us about the purpose of education. Listen in as homeschooling parents Kristi Dye and Tim Knotts share how their beliefs about the purposes of education directs both their choices of what and how to teach at home and their motivations to be lifelong learners. What do classical educators DO because of their beliefs?

EE: As You Go - Discipleship Thoughts For Families Part 2 Jun 30, 2020

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Looking for some more "organic" ways to seize the teachable moments with your children? In this second episode on "as-you-go-discipleship", guest Jill Philbrick shares some key principles and some practical examples for parents seeking winsome ways to talk about spiritual matters with our kids. Be sure you stick around for the blessing at the end! And, don't miss the "As You Go-Discipleship for Families" devotional offerings on CC Connected later this summer.

EE: As You Go - Discipleship Thoughts for Families Part 1 Jun 23, 2020

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Wondering why your efforts at family devotion time fall flat? Maybe you need a new perspective! In Part 1 of this series, veteran homeschool mom Jill Philbrick shares her struggles with "devotions" and how she has discovered a more winsome way to share Biblical truth with her children.

EE: Practicum At Home Jun 16, 2020

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Practicum-at-home: cause for mourning or reason to celebrate? The answer might surprise you! While we all miss our community and the exhilaration of being together, Cultivating the Conversation: The Art of Exposition is surprisingly adaptable to our "new normal". Listen in as four Practicum Speakers share how the content of this year's Practicum (teaching reading!) meets the needs of all families, while the On Demand format means more folks than ever can be part of the conversation! Discover conversational tools to excavate truth and find inviting ways to engage with others about hope and life!

EE: Moving On Up! The Challenge IV Program Jun 09, 2020

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You've come to the last stop on the educational journey, senior year of high school! Is Challenge IV right for your family? Listen in as Brittany Lewis and Lisa Bailey, veteran homeschoolers and CC directors, describe this crown jewel of the Challenge program. They'll discuss the skills sharpened and the subjects used in the sharpening! You will find discover how Challenge IV prepares students for life not just academics, developing the moral imagination needed to identify virtue and live it out. You'll hear about leadership education and how the pace of this last year of high school is designed as a "gift of contemplation" for students, encouraging them to become deeper thinkers, truer friends, and better citizens. Parents will find their role as mentors and cheerleaders as the homeschool journey draws to a satisfying end.

EE: Moving On Up! The Challenge III Program Jun 02, 2020

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As your student moves into the latter years of high school, you might have some questions about the Challenge program. Listen in as Karin Carpenter and Lisa Bailey reveal the gems to be mined in the Challenge III year! You will hear how the study of Latin, algebra, American history and Shakespeare are winsomely pursued, and how community day provides chances for each student to help and be helped as they stretch the learning muscles. You'll discover how community day conversations give students the chance to love their neighbors more naturally, as they practice sharing ideas together.

EE: Moving On Up! The Challenge II Program May 26, 2020

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What have you heard about Challenge II? If you want the real scoop, listen in as Tonya Rozelle and Lisa Bailey describe this transformational year of high school. You'll hear how the theme of choices is realized in each strand of study, and how this intentional focus helps you raise deep thinkers who revel in changing their world. Parents, find out how to balance your involvement with your student's independence, and be encouraged by what your student will gain through this year of discussion.

EE: Academic Orientation Training Tips May 21, 2020

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In this episode, Daniel Shirley, homeschool graduate and Challenge IV tutor, talks with long time homeschooling moms and CC leaders: Amanda Butler, Academic Director, and Heather Shirley, Academic Officer, about new training opportunities for licensed directors and tutors. If you liked what you heard about how CC trains homeschooling parents, consider becoming a CC tutor. Visit classicalconversations.com and click on "contact a local leader" to learn more about starting a CC homeschool community in your area.

EE: Moving On Up! The Challenge I Program May 19, 2020

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Wondering what's so great about Challenge I as your child enters the high school years? Listen in as Lisa Bailey and Julie Dickens reveal the blessings of this program for students and families. Get the answers to key questions such as "Is Challenge enough to prepare my student?" and "How involved should parents expect to be?" You'll be excited to hear what students learn, and how that changes them!

EE: Moving On Up! The Challenge B Program May 12, 2020

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Those of you looking toward Challenge B for the fall will want to listen in as Stephanie Meter and Lisa Bailey discuss the details of this program. You will hear how the "Ownership" theme of Challenge A naturally leads to the "Discipline" of Challenge B. You will get a practical sense of how students continue to hone the skills of learning they've been cultivating. And, you'll discover the biggest surpriseof Challenge B! Listen in and discover the richness…

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