May 19, 2026
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Jul 23, 2025
Week 1 Foundations: What New Classical Conversations Families Can Expect
Are you new to Classical Conversations and wondering what to expect during the first week of Foundations? I’m Courtney Bradshaw, and I remember those early homeschooling days—so many choices, so many questions. My family began our CC journey nearly twelve years ago when our oldest was in second grade;...
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Jul 21, 2025
Tailoring for Growth: Homeschool Lessons to Meet Your Child Where They Are
A skilled tailor doesn’t discard a beautiful garment simply because it doesn’t fit perfectly off the rack. Instead, they make thoughtful adjustments to suit the individual wearing it. In much the same way, tailoring homeschool lessons allows parents to thoughtfully adjust a well-formed curriculum to fit the unique mind...
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Jul 16, 2025
20 Top Homeschool Field Trip Ideas in Atlanta
Set in the heart of the vibrant South, Atlanta is filled with culture, history, science, and hands-on learning—making it the perfect destination for homeschool field trips in Atlanta. This educational city offers countless opportunities to turn a simple outing into a meaningful memory. As a hub of art, nature,...
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Jul 14, 2025
Learning for Sanctification: Earning a Master’s Through CC Plus
If you’re a homeschool parent searching for a classical master’s degree that fits your life and honors the education you’re already providing at home, you’re not alone. Many parents want to fulfill the goal of earning a master’s degree but feel torn between academic growth and their commitment to...
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Jul 10, 2025
AI and Education: Training the Mind Before Using the Machine- Part 3
By Leigh Bortins Without AI In Part One, I described my credentials in pursuing homeschooling with humans, defined AI, and asked many questions beyond the common discussion on AI’s impact on plagiarism and student integrity. I spent over 80 hours researching, thinking, speaking, and writing before I completed part...
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Jul 08, 2025
AI Writing Tools vs. Human Creativity- Part Two
How do I guide my child in practicing integrity when writing with AI tools? The rise of AI in education offers both promise and peril, especially for families striving to raise students who think deeply, write honestly, and live virtuously. In this second article of the three-part series, Classical...
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Jul 02, 2025
Who’s Really Thinking? AI and the Future of Education- Part One
By Leigh Bortins Only The Battle for Home Education I’m Leigh Bortins, founder and visionary of Classical Conversations. Since my family started homeschooling, I have worked to re-humanize education from the dehumanizing effects of technology. As we face the rapid rise of artificial intelligence in education, I believe it’s...
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Jun 30, 2025
5 Ways a CC Plus Master’s Degree Shaped My Homeschool Journey
Can homeschool parents really pursue a master’s degree? It’s a question many Classical Conversations families quietly ask as they juggle lesson plans, laundry, and Latin declensions. In this article, CC mom and recent graduate Aimee Smith shares not only her inspiring journey of earning a CC Plus master’s degree...
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Jun 25, 2025
Naming: A Habit of Grammar That Awakens Wonder, Worship, and Wisdom
When your toddler points to a flower and says “daisy,” something profound is happening. In that small act of naming, your child is not just learning a word—they are laying claim to knowledge, connection, and meaning. Naming is more than vocabulary building; it is the first step toward wisdom....
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Jun 23, 2025
Can I Homeschool My Child? Yes, and You Already Are!
“Can I homeschool my child?” It’s a question many parents ask—often with a mixture of hope, doubt, and curiosity. But here’s the good news: you already are. From the moment your child took their first wobbly steps to the moment they asked their first big “why,” you’ve been teaching...
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