Classical Education

Classical education follows the time-tested model of grammar, logic, and rhetoric. These three phases of classical education are known as the trivium. The trivium also reflects a methodology that capitalizes on a child's relative strengths in his or her developmental stage.

Our curriculum includes ancient and modern history, classical literature, math and the sciences, the history of art and music, and Latin studies. The curriculum places a heavy emphasis on reading, particularly classic literature, and writing.

The Trivium:

Grammar: K — 5th Grade
Every academic subject has its own grammar—the basic building blocks and facts that must be learned. At this stage, a child’s mind is like a sponge where memorization comes easily and enjoyably.

Logic: 6th — 8th Grade
In the junior high years, we emphasize connections and interrelations. We study the why and how of each subject. The study of formal logic (fallacies and syllogisms) comes here, and the art of debate begins to emerge.

Rhetoric: 9th — 12th Grade*
High school students are interested in application and presenting themselves well, so we take advantage of this stage by teaching them how to express their ideas most effectively through persuasive, respectful and creative speech and writing.