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What is Classical Christian Education?
The core of classical education is the trivium, which, simply put, is a teaching model that seeks to tailor the curriculum subject matter to a child's cognitive development.
The trivium emphasizes:
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concrete thinking and memorization of the facts of the subjects in grade school;
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analytical thinking and understanding of the subjects in middle school; and
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abstract thinking and articulation of the subjects in high school.
Subjects unique to classical education which help accomplish the goals of the trivium are:
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grammar, the science of language usage;
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logic, the science of right thinking; and
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rhetoric, the science of verbal and written expression.
Classical Christian education is further characterized by a rich exposure to the history, art, and culture of Western Civilization, including:
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its languages (Latin and Greek),
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its philosophy and literature (the great books of Western Civilization and the Christian tradition), and
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the development of a Biblical worldview with theology in its proper place as the Queen of the Sciences.
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Recommended Reading List:
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The Lost Tools of Learning - Dorothy Sayers (an address to Oxford University in 1947, calling for a return to classical education)
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Recovering the Lost Tools of Learning - Douglas Wilson
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The Seven Laws of Teaching - John Milton Gregory
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The Case for Classical Christian Education - Douglas Wilson
Mission Statement
To inspire and equip students through a classical education and a biblical world view to find their individual, God-given purpose in order to better their community --and the world-- for the glory of God.
Runnels Academy Core Belief
We believe that effective teaching is more than just imparting knowledge. Our primary directive is to cultivate a love of learning in our students.