Dr. Chap Clark, a professor of practical theology and youth, family, and culture at Fuller Theological Seminary, offers an encouraging gospel-centered hope to help young people navigate the modern world. Drawing on his extensive experience, Dr. Clark emphasizes the importance of nurturing and healing, the use of different avatars, and engaging life faithfully with Jesus….
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In this podcast, David Seibel, head of Coram Deo Academy, addresses the challenges faced by classical Christian schools and highlights the crucial role of collaborative leadership. Seibel asserts that these schools require a cohesive vision and a division of labor, involving parents, volunteers, administrators, board members, and business leaders in order to prevent mission drift….
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There is no such thing as value-neutral education. One can’t just teach reading, writing and arithmetic in a vacuum. Culture is being formed in and around us all day long. In this podcast, Andrew Zwerneman, the head and president of Cana Academy, discusses the vital importance of cultural formation in education. To inform is to…
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In this thought-provoking episode, Savannah Kimberlin, the Associate Vice President of Church Engagement at Barna Group, delves into the challenges that Gen Z, parents, and educators are facing in today’s society. With Gen Z growing up in a “pressure cooker” environment, there is immense internal and external pressure on them to be perfect, which has…
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In this episode of Basecamp Live, Davies Owens interviews Jason Barney to discuss how to motivate our children and students effectively. The ‘carrot and stick’ approach is all too common, but can lead to burnout. This begs the question: are there good alternatives? Jason explores the relationship between our children and students and affections, and…
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The art of questioning is a foundational pillar of education, serving as a vehicle for learning, guiding, and elevating both educators and learners alike. For those committed to the principles of Classical Christian Education, it is imperative to reflect upon the kinds of questions that parents, educators, and administrators ought to be posing to their…
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A Classical Christian education goes beyond imparting knowledge in reading, writing, and arithmetic. It is not just limited to Christian education either, as it encompasses the formation of the human soul. The objective is to shape students who possess a love for the things that God loves. This requires a comprehensive approach that includes not…
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As a listener of BaseCamp Live, you likely recognize the significance of reading in shaping our minds, character, and habits. One of the fundamental pillars of any Classical Christian school is reading books that have withstood the test of time. However, in today’s world, where screens dominate our daily lives, the act of picking up…
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