Hoplite Radio explores the importance of a classical education in the modern world through conversations with faculty and staff at Ridgeview Classical Schools in Fort Collins, CO.
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Ep 38: In the Classroom with Mr. Hayhurst
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In this installment, we begin a new series featured on Hoplite Radio where we invite you to step inside the classroom with us. Each episode of this series will feature the educational expertise of the faculty here at Ridgeview Classical Schools. On today's episode we join Mr. Hayhurst, a member of our science faculty, as he teaches a lesson about t…
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Ep 37: A History of Volunteering at Ridgeview with Mr. Carpine and Mrs. Menon
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Join Mr. Anderson, Mr. Carpine, and Mrs. Menon for a discussion of Ridgeview's early days, its development, and the ways in which Ridgeview is dependent upon a deep sense of community and volunteerism.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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Ep 36: A Conversation on Art with Mr. Trapp
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In today's conversation, we dive into the world of art with our very own, Mr. Trapp. We explore whether art plays a vital role in a well-rounded liberal arts education. By engaging with art, students are encouraged to think critically, express themselves creatively, and develop an appreciation for human experiences. Mr. Anderson asks, "what is the …
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Ep 35: On Physical Education with Mr. Schohl and Mrs. Van Dixhorn
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On this episode, we are talking about the Physical Education initiative at Ridgeview Classical Schools. Mr. Anderson sits down with Mr. Schohl and Mrs. Van Dixhorn exploring the rationale, inspiration, and the goals for the future of this program. How does the incorporation of a physical education program align with the classical curriculum? Books …
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On this episode of Hoplite Radio, Mr. Anderson had the pleasure of speaking with Mrs. Carvalho, Mrs. Gaub, Mrs. Stephens and Mr. Bodak about "Teaching The Whole Student". These four educators have a unique perspective, as they are all graduates of Ridgeview Classical Schools. At Ridgeview, academic excellence is just part of the equation - we belie…
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Ep 33: The History and Purpose of First Responder's Day at Ridgeview
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In 2015, the concept of First Responder's Day at Ridgeview Classical Schools was introduced by our Headmaster, Mr. Anderson. The idea was to encourage awareness of the work that was being done around the clock to make doing ordinary things feel ordinary, and to show students the value in a career in public service. Mr. Anderson speaks with Sheriff …
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EP 32: What is a Classical Education? (with Mr. Ayers and Dr. McMahon)
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In this podcast, we delve into the topic of a classical education and what it truly means. Mr. Anderson is joined by Dr. McMahon and Mr. Ayers to discuss whether a classical education is more than a marketing gimmick. We talk about the recent explosion of charter schools that are claiming to teach a classical education, whether or not a classical e…
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EP 31: On Teacher Training with Mrs. Hayhurst
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Have you ever wondered what teacher training at Ridgeview entails? Mr. Anderson and Mrs. Hayhurst dive into the history of our teacher training and how it has evolved over the years. All books referenced in this episode are available for purchase in the Ridgeview Bookshop: 4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman The Quest for Ch…
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EP. 26: On the Board with Dr. Schuemann and Mr. Trosper
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EP. 25: On Performing Arts with Mr. Binder
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Literature faculty and theatre director Mr. Binder joins us on Hoplite Radio to discuss the benefits of a performing arts program.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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Mr. Anderson sits down with third grade teacher and Ridgeview Athletic Director Miss Grace to discuss the importance of Athletics.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP. 23: On the Outdoor Program with Mrs. Carvalho
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Mr. Anderson sits down with our Outdoor Program Coordinator Mrs. Carvalho to discuss the history of our program and its importance, as well as the hopeful plans for its future.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP. 22: Why Teach At Ridgeview? (With Mr. Ayers, Mrs. Halseide and Mrs. Mahindroo)
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Hoplite Radio is back! Ridgeview's Headmaster Mr. Anderson opens up a dialogue with three of our veteran faculty (Mr. Ayers, Mrs. Halseide and Mrs. Mahindroo) about why someone would want to teach at Ridgeview and their own personal experiences in the school's unique environment.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP 21: On Literature with Mrs. Halseide and Dr. McMahon
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In Episode 21, we are joined by Dr. McMahon and Mrs. Halseide to discuss how literature is taught at Ridgeview.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP 20: On Penmanship and Etiquette with Mrs. Marie Hornback
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In our twentieth episode, we are joined by Ridgeview's Marie Hornback to discuss the importance of Etiquette and Penmanship in our school.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP 19: On Latin Instruction with Dr. Dean Cassella
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In Episode 19 of Hoplite Radio, we are joined by Dr. Cassella, Ridgeview’s Classics Department Head, to talk about the instruction of Latin.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP 18 A Classical Education Roundtable
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In Episode 18, Mr. Anderson sits down with Dr. McMahon, Miss Kujawa, and Mr. Amschler for a discussion about what constitutes a classical education and the dangers in using the term classical as a marketing ploy.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP 17: On Thriving at Ridgeview with Alumni, Austin Bail
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In this episode of Hoplite Radio, we sit down with Austin Bail to discuss his time at Ridgeview, his decision to join the Marine Corps, and the mindset of those who thrive while doing some very hard things.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP 16: On Learning to Read with Mrs. Jill Hitchman
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In this, the sixteenth episode of Hoplite Radio, we are joined by Jill Hitchman to discuss how Ridgeview teaches students to read. Mrs. Hitchman is a Ridgeview veteran and is extremely knowledgeable about Riggs—the explicit phonics program that Ridgeview uses in its elementary school. Please join us as we discuss this critical issue in education wi…
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EP15: On Outdoor Education with Mr. John Amschler
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In this episode of Hoplite Radio, we visit with John Amschler about the importance of outdoor education, the demise of natural history in primary and secondary education, and the aspects of an education that cannot be taught in a classroom.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP14: A Discussion with the Monthly Parent Reading Group
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In this episode, we moved our recording equipment into Room 306 and recorded a discussion of parents discussing an excerpt of R.G. Collingwood’s The Idea of History. Our purpose in doing this was to give listeners a sense of what these discussions are like in the hope that they might find the material and exchanges enticing enough to join us in the…
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EP#13: On Ridgeview with Mrs. Jennie Roebuck
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In this episode of Hoplite Radio, Mr. Anderson is joined by Mrs. Jennie Roebuck, a fourth-grade teacher at Ridgeview, and an alumna of the school. She shares her thoughts about how she came to Ridgeview as a student, where she went after graduation, how her experiences at Ridgeview have shaped her impressions of education, and where she is off to n…
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EP#12: On the Role of the Principal with Mrs. Kristina Menon
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Mr. Anderson is joined by Mrs. Kristina Menon to discuss how the role of principal has evolved over time at Ridgeview, and the ways in which this position has distinguished itself from the executive positions at other schools.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP#11: On Economic Education with Mr. Spencer Nauman
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In an interview with Spencer Nauman, we explore the notion of economic literacy and the manner in which one acquires some measure of economic education.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP10: On Parent Discussion and the Community
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This week, we welcome Mrs. Alexandra Hobaugh, a parent fairly recently arrived at Ridgeview, to talk about the parent discussion groups and the value these have for our community.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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EP#9 On being a Ridgeview parent and board member, with guest Mr. Kelly Trosper.
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In this episode, Mr. Anderson converses with Kelly Trosper, longtime Ridgeview parent and board member about his Ridgeview story: what brought him to Ridgeview, what has driven his involvement with the school as a volunteer, and what has kept him here as an enthusiastic parent and supporter.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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In this episode of Hoplite Radio, Mr. Anderson sits down and talks with another Ridgeview graduate, Jonathan Karr to discuss the impact of Ridgeview for our alumni years after graduation. As Jonathan prepares to begin his graduate studies at UC Berkley, he reflects on what he gained from Ridgeview and what it has come to mean to him as he has under…
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EP#7 On the Ridgeview Experience with Anders Jorgenson, Class of 2018
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In this episode, we consider the impressions of what Ridgeview came to mean to Anders Jorgensen, a recent Ridgeview graduate who had attended Ridgeview since kindergarten. We frequently tell parents that we want for them to think of their enrollment at Ridgeview in terms of a thirteen-year commitment - to treat it as an experience, and not simply a…
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In this episode, we interview Zak Smith, co-owner of Thunder Beast Arms and owner of Competition Dynamics. Mr. Smith is a parent of two Ridgeview students who has provided tremendous support for our outdoor programs and adventures with students. We explore what these adventures contribute to a classical education, and in particular, the importance …
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The music program at Ridgeview has often dominated the lives of our students and parents. From the concerts to the musicals and madrigal performances, music has been an important part of the Ridgeview experience. Mr. Anderson and Ridgeview’s new music director, Mr. Ben Geier, converse about the place of music in a classical education in this episod…
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How is science taught at a classical school? Can a classical education produce students who will be competitive in the natural sciences? These are some of the questions we explore in this podcast with Mr. Hayhurst, Ridgeview’s Science Department Head.By Ridgeview Classical Schools
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In this episode, we talk with Domenic Carpine, Ridgeview’s Assistant Principal, and an employee of the school from its inception. We discuss the school’s culture, its disciplinary practices, and much else. Mr. Carpine also talks through how he first heard about Ridgeview as a parent, which will be of interest to those considering joining us at Ridg…
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In Episode 2, Mr. Anderson, Principal of Ridgeview Classical Schools, and Mr. Herndon, a veteran history teacher at the school, examine what distinguishes the teaching of history at Ridgeview. They discuss the contingency of human experience, the intentionality of using primary sources, the role of will and circumstance in historical events, Americ…
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RCS HOPLITE RADIO: An Introduction to Ridgeview
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Episode I Episode Title: Introduction to Ridgeview In this episode, Mr. Anderson explores Ridgeview’s history, introduces listeners to what it is that makes a charter school different, and talks with Mr. Herndon, a veteran Ridgeview history teacher, about the sorts of things that make up the Ridgeview experience.…
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