The Classically Trained Child

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The program, itself, has done an excellent job at providing training and education for parents who desire the classical model over modern education.  There is no shortage of support with weekly meetings and three-day practicums for first-time parents.

“We believe in equipping parents to be their child’s educator,” said Aldaya. “The parents are essentially responsible for their child’s education. We don’t have master teachers.  When mom and dad go home, they don’t have a Latin specialist sitting in their living room.  When my daughter is learning debate or formal Latin, I’m learning it right alongside her.”

Sheri Matz has seen, firsthand, how the classical method has transformed her own children. “I can’t believe how much my kids have blossomed with classical education,” said Matz, a challenge B director for Classical Conversations in McAllen. “The one thing I like about classical education is that it is timeless. It respects your child’s natural development.  It is tried and proven. Our founding fathers were classically educated.”

One thing classical education is not – it is not dependent on technology.

“We read good books and we discuss things,” said Matz. “It is true that in this day and age we have more access to information than any other generation, but that information doesn’t transfer to wisdom. I think technology is a tool, but I don’t think it should run our lives.”

The stages of memory, discussion, and presentation ultimately help students gain confidence as future thinkers and speakers.  And with confidence comes a new love for learning, something that Bianco says is missing in modern education.

“Students are able to find enjoyment and satisfaction in learning through the classical method,” said Bianco. “There are certain things that we learn that are definitely worth learning.”
For more information on Classical Conversations, please visit their website at www.classicalconversations.com and find a community near you.

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