Join Lisa and guest Kelli Wilt for some easy ideas for practicing memory work, whether Memory Master is your family’s goal or not.  Find out how much fun preparing as a family can be, and what lasting benefits are realized by students who sharpen their skills of memorization.

Mark your calendar for the 2025 National Commencement, May 16-17, 2025, in sunny Southern Pines, North Carolina! This is a time for Classical Conversations families from around the nation to celebrate the hard work with fellow families on the homeschooling journey.

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Burning questions need answers!  Today on the episode Lisa answers some recent questions posed by listeners, from beginning this awesome/scary/new journey to keeping “finished early” teens plugged in. 

Mark your calendar for the 2025 National Commencement, May 16-17, 2025, in sunny Southern Pines, North Carolina! This is a time for Classical Conversations families from around the nation to celebrate the hard work with fellow families on the homeschooling journey.

Register at https://classicalconversationsfoundation.org/

Please enjoy this special holiday re-run of one of our most downloaded episodes. 

One of the more profound lessons “from down the road” may well be that there is more to homeschooling than academic pursuits.  Join veteran homeschool moms Shelly Stockton and Lisa Bailey as they discuss building character, spiritual habits, relational maturity, and practical life skills while living and learning at home with their girls.  Discover how a classical education lived out in community (both home and CC) provides the environment for learning the biggest lessons of life.

Merry Christmas from the Everyday Educator Podcast family!  We hope you will enjoy this collection of Christmas thoughts and read alouds,  and hope you might share it with your family. May the power and beauty of Christmas be yours this season.

If Christmas is feeling a little flat at your house, maybe you need to take another look at the “old familiar story”.  Join guest pastor David Bailey as he shares ideas on reconnecting with the wonder of Christmas by thinking about the story in fresh ways.

Classical Learning Cohorts help CC Directors, Tutors, and Parent-Teachers grow in confidence and competence with the classical tools of learning and as classical educators. Curious about our cohorts or ready to apply for a seat? Register at classicalconversations.com/cohort

The homeschooling journey may look different for every family; it may indeed be like a kaleidoscope, changing the view as you “change the filter”!  Sometimes it helps to hear from others on the same path.  This episode introduces you to Charity Brown and Delise Germond, two homeschool moms on different ends of the journey.  Listen, and be encouraged.

 Life is busy! Download audio versions of the articles from the Catalog and listen while you’re in the car, working out, or forward an episode to a friend.  To listen to articles that will equip and encourage you no matter where you are in your homeschooling journey go to ClassicalConversations.com/Catalog-Articles

Looking for a great family read aloud this Advent season?  Or a family-friendly movie to take in?  Listen in to this review of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!  A favorite read for years, a new version of the movie is in theaters now.  A few faithful fans (and CC moms!) have some heartfelt reasons to recommend it to your family!

 Kick off the Christmas season with a heartwarming story that captures the true joy and meaning of Christmas. Filled with laughter, unforgettable moments, and a message of love and grace, this movie will remind you that no one is beyond the reach of hope.

Bring the whole family and don’t miss out—see The Best Christmas Pageant Ever on the big screen now in theatres! Buy Tickets Here

As we dive into the holiday season, we’re all looking for ways to simplify our routines, celebrate memorably, and welcome guests warmly.  Join Lisa and guest Amy Jones for some practical (and inspiring) ideas on how to draw everyone into your holiday rhythm.

Life is busy! Download audio versions of the articles from the Catalog and listen while you’re in the car, working out, or forward an episode to a friend.  To listen to articles that will equip and encourage you no matter where you are in your homeschooling journey go to ClassicalConversations.com/Catalog-Articles

Does the idea of pursuing Foundations Memory Master intrigue your family or intimidate your family? Whether you’re on the fence, or rarin’ to go, this episode of EE podcast will encourage you. Kelli Wilt joins Lisa to discuss how the Memory Master opportunity can be a stretch and grow opportunity for the whole family. 

Classical Learning Cohorts help CC Directors, Tutors, and Parent-Teachers grow in confidence and competence with the classical tools of learning and as classical educators.

Curious about our cohorts or ready to apply for a seat? Register at classicalconversations.com/cohort

Is assessing ever a blessing??  According to guest Kelli Wilt, that depends on your perspective!  Join host Lisa Bailey as Kelli shares how Blue Book exams can be a celebration of what we know, and an opportunity to indulge in some deep conversations.  Parents, you’ll hear some helpful tips for preparing for Blue Books all semester long;  directors, Kelli gives some great practical ideas for making Blue Books fun!