Veritas Vox - The Voice of Classical Christian Education
Veritas Press
Veritas Vox, the voice of Classical Christian Education, is here to inspire, encourage, and equip your family to classically educate from kindergarten all the way through high school. From interviewing well-known and loved leaders in the classical education community to local homeschooling parents sharing how they classically educate in their homes, we aim to talk about every aspect of classical Christian education and the families that want the best for their children.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jun 25, 2024 • 33min
102 | Starting a School & the Benefits of Veritas Single Source - ft. Josh & Harmony Longenecker
Meet Josh & Harmony Longenecker, founders of the Classical Academy of Sarasota. They’ll inspire you with their approach to teaching history and how they’ve built gospel-centered relationships with both parents and students. Stay to the end to hear their thoughts on Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) and discover how Veritas Single Source makes life easier at their school!
Jun 18, 2024 • 33min
101 | A Model for Affordable Classical Education - ft. Kevin Clark
What is an Ecclesial School? Today Kevin Clark joins us to share about this educational model. We’ll learn how it works, the superb educational accommodations that are offered within it, and how he is helping these small schools grow and spread classical Christian education in Florida.
Jun 10, 2024 • 31min
100 | Looking Back at a Full K-12 Veritas Experience - ft. Daniel Ekstrom, 2024 VSA Valedictorian
What do multi-generational farming, a personal connection with Abraham Lincoln, and welcoming your toddler into your daily school routines have in common? Our 2024 Veritas Scholars Academy Valedictorian, Daniel Ekstrom! Join as he looks back on a full K-12th grade Veritas experience and gives you an inside peek at what live online classes at VSA are like.
Jun 4, 2024 • 34min
99 | Building Classical Education in China - ft. CEFF
Classical Christian Education is experiencing rapid growth in China. Learn about this movement, how it began, how it differs from Western Classical Christian Education, and how the Chinese Education Freedom Fund (CEFF) is helping pave the way for underground Christian schools around the continent.
May 28, 2024 • 30min
98 | Is a Classical Education for Everyone? - ft. Chris Schlect
Is classical education for everyone? What if your student wants to build a life as a stay-at-home mom or work in the trades? Today we discuss these questions as well as how the Industrial Revolution has influenced how we perceive mothers and home life with guest Chris Schlect from New Saint Andrews College in Moscow, Idaho.
May 21, 2024 • 21min
97 | Tips for Succeeding as a Veritas Student - ft. Jael Hough
Meet Jael Hough, a talented young artist and 10th-grade student at Veritas Scholars Academy. Discover how classical education has inspired and impacted her art, where she hopes to go in the future, and what advice she has for students who are taking on a rigorous education.
May 7, 2024 • 32min
96 | Ned Bustard on Beauty and His Work for Veritas - ft. Ned Bustard
Does it really matter to expose young children to great works of art? Do the art and decor choices in churches reveal something about their beliefs? Today we talk all about aesthetics with artist and illustrator, Ned Bustard. Plus, we reveal how Ned helped shape the look and feel of many resources within the Veritas Press curriculum!
Apr 30, 2024 • 30min
95 | Introducing Veritas Logic Curriculum - ft. Michael Eatmon & Cindy Felso
Have you heard that Veritas Press will soon be releasing a new logic curriculum? Join Michael Eatmon, Dr. Cindy Felso, and Marlin Detweiler as they lay out what students will learn in the all-new Veritas Press Logic II textbook!
Apr 23, 2024 • 37min
94 | Clear Practical Advice for Parents - ft. John Stonestreet
What does it mean to educate? What does it mean to be human? What do parents and teachers need to give the next generation a solid foundation for life? Join us as we consider these questions and more through a biblical lens with John Stonestreet, host of Breakpoint and president of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. Stay to the end to hear some practical advice for parents and teachers on equipping our children to face an ever-changing, post-Christian culture!
Apr 15, 2024 • 27min
93 | Sir Haarhoff Makes Math a Joy - ft. Damian Haarhoff
In the age of computers and calculators, students often question, “Why should we learn math?” In today’s episode, Veritas Scholars Academy math teacher, Damian Haarhoff (aka Sir Haarhoff the brave and noble, or “TBAN” as his students call him) is here to share the ultimate reasons why mathematics matters and how he inspires reluctant students, both young and old.
