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The Headmaster's PodcastS4E10: Artificial Intelligence and Education with Prof. Timothy McGrewProf. McGrew talks about the way Artificial Intelligence is transforming education, and what we ought to do in light of it.
2025-10-2446 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E9: Peter and Nicole MartensPeter and Nicole Martens reflect on their long history with KPA. They have two graduates -- Naomi (class of 2019) and Anna (class of 2022). Plus, Isaac who will graduate in 2026. You will be blessed and encouraged by their journey at KPA.
2025-10-1746 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E8: Prof. Timothy McGrew (part 1)In this podcast, Prof. Timothy McGrew (Western Michigan University) shares some of his observations about the decline in undergraduate students' preparation for higher education and what he thinks needs to be addressed in their education before attending college.
2025-10-1047 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E7: Justin and Julie Tidwell Talk about the Value of KPAJustin and Julie Tidwell have a long history with KPA with three graduates: Jackson (class of 2022), Caroline (class of 2023), and Ansley (class of 2025). Hear them talk about the value of KPA from their many years of experience with the school.
2025-10-0339 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E6: Dr. Keith Stanglin Talks about Ethics Beyond RulesDr. Stanglin discusses his book, Ethics Beyond Rules, which is currently being studied in 11th grade discipleship at KPA. Learn more about his view of Christian ethics, which is guided by the question: "What does love require in this situation?"
2025-09-2541 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E5: Gary & Donna Fleischman Reflect on Their Time at KPAGary & Donna Fleischman have had four children at KPA (youngest is Callie, class of 2023). As their children have completed college and moved into adulthood, they reflect on the value of KPA for their family.
2025-09-1933 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E4: Andrew Evers (class of 2019)In this episode, Andrew Evers (class of 2019) reflects on his time at KPA. He talks about KPA's Portrait of a Graduate and much more.
2025-09-1231 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E3: The Murphy Family Reflects on the Long-Term Value of KPAMarcus and Mary Ann Murphy share their thoughts on the long-term value of KPA. They have four graduates from KPA Hayden (class of 2010), Asher (class of 2012), Aslan (class of 2016), and Levi (class of 2020). Now with their children as grown adults, they have a valuable perspective on the time that they have spent at KPA.
2025-09-0523 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E2: Carrigan Crockett (class of 2026) interviews Dr. DePoe!We mix things up in this episode by letting current senior, Carrigan Crockett, interview Dr. DePoe in this episode.
2025-08-2941 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS4E1: Griffith Family Reflects on the Long-Term Value of KPAPeter and Anne Griffith reflect on how KPA has blessed their family as they have had three children attend KPA. They have been deeply involved in KPA almost from the very beginning of its founding. With their children as adults, they share the impact KPA has had on their lives.
2025-08-2235 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E25: Charge to the 2025 GraduatesListen to the charge to the graduates from the May 2025 graduation ceremony at KPA.
2025-05-2314 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E24: Students Share Grand Tour ExperiencesIn this episode, you will hear from four of KPA's juniors (or "soon-to-be-seniors" as they describe themselves) as they share about KPA's Grand Tour. They paint a colorful picture of the Grand Tour!
2025-05-1633 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E23: KPA & School ChoiceNow that the State of Texas has passed a School Choice bill, what is KPA going to do? In this episode, I talk about the School Choice legislation and its potential impact on KPA and our families.
2025-05-0911 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E22: Katie Hawthorne (class of 2019)Katie Hawthorne (class of 2019) updates the KPA community about what she is doing now, and she shares some of her reflections from her time at KPA.
2025-03-0742 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E21: A discussion about "loving to know" with Jared Brock (part 2)Mr. Brock continues his discussion about "loving to know" from last week's episode. In this second part, he turns to the applications of this approach to education.
2025-02-2132 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E20: A discussion about "loving to know" with Jared Brock (part 1)What is the best way to know? Mr. Brock advocates for an approach that says the best way to know something is by loving it. This is the first part of a conversation about the idea of connecting loving with knowing as an approach to education.
2025-02-1423 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E19: Kimberly Kennedy Talks about PrayerPrayer. We know it is important, but we often struggle to do it well. Kimberly Kennedy (Upper School English teacher) talks about some of the best practices to help us grow in praying well.
2025-02-0724 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E18: Neil Anderson on Highs and Lows of Classical Christian Collaborative EducationNeil Anderson (Head of School, Trinity Classical School in Houston) joins Dr. DePoe for a conversation about the highs and lows parents experience in carrying out classical Christian collaborative education. Listen to the discussion describe what parents can expect from the Grammar School to the School of Logic and ultimately in the School of Rhetoric.
2025-01-3144 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E17: Prof. Gary Hartenburg on Leisurely vs. Useful EducationProfessor Gary Hartenburg (Houston Christian University) joins the podcast to discuss what it means for classical education to be leisurely. Then, this is contrasted with an approach to education that values it only for its "usefulness." Find out whether classical education's leisurely approach to education makes it useless or not.
2025-01-2442 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E16: Mr. Hurtak talks about Discipleship at KPAMr. Hurtak sits down for a conversation about discipleship and spiritual formation at KPA. In this one, you will hear about KPA's discipleship classes, upper school chapels, and other ways that students are being discipled at KPA.
2025-01-1719 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E15: The Christian Virtues of Faith, Hope, and LoveWhat is a virtue, and how are faith, hope, and love virtues? Looking at 1 Thessalonians 1:2-3, Dr. DePoe describes the Christian virtues.
2025-01-1028 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E14: KPA Seniors Talk about One Act PlaySeniors, Matthew Jenkins and Reagan Ramsey, talk about KPA's recent One Act Play performances.
2024-11-1424 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E13: Caroline Tidwell (class of 2023) talks about Studying Abroad!Caroline Tidwell (class of 2023) talks about studying abroad and how KPA has prepared her to make the most of her travels!
2024-11-0816 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E12: Lexi Howard (class of 2021)Lexi Howard (class of 2021) tells us what she has been doing since she graduated. And we reflect on KPA's "Portrait of a Graduate."
2024-11-0125 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E11: Parent Book ClubKPA parents, Nicole Martens and Lacey Wilcox, talk about the Parent Book Club, including some of the insights we gleaned from our last book, The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. Want to know more about what happens at the Parent Book Club? This podcast has some answers for you!
2024-10-2530 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E10: Ellen Schuknecht & Wisdom for Parents Doing Classical Collaborative EducationThis episode features an interview with Ellen Schuknecht who leads Family Ministries at Veritas Academy in Austin, Texas. She has over a decade of experience in the collaborative classical Christian educational world, including many years doing the hom days with several of her grandchildren. She is the author of many books, including her most recent one, Every Parents Calling: To Educate and Disciple Their Child. Listen to this episode for wise advice on how to parent and educate well in this model.
2024-10-1833 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E9: Lesley Montandon talks about the House SystemLesley Montandon, KPA's Student Life Director, tells us all about the "House System."
2024-10-1120 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E8: Holly (Roberson) Hinds (class of 2017)Holly Hinds from the class of 2017 reflects on her time at KPA, tells us about what she has been doing since graduation, and then she gives some of her thoughts on KPA's portrait of a graduate.
2024-10-0419 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E7: Why study old books?This podcast looks at some of the reasons we study old books. I give three reasons to study the old books: (1) they inspire hearts; (2) they sharpen minds; and (3) they cultivate character. Then, I address some of the common objections to reading them: (1) they are impractical and irrelevant to the 21st century; (2) they lack diversity and contribute to racism and other injustices in our world; and (3) they do not teach the beliefs and values of the Christian worldview. I hope this podcasts equips you to understand the value of a curriculum filled with "old books."
2024-09-2739 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E6: Ephesians 6:4Listen to a brief study of Ephesians 6:4, “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.”
2024-09-2013 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E5: Soren Schwab Talks about the CLTSoren Schwab, Vice President of Partnerships with the CLT, shares some important information about the CLT. If you don't know what the CLT is, how it is different from other standardized tests, or why KPA has its students take this test, you will get plenty of new information in this episode!
2024-09-1333 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E4: Logic Professor, Paul HerrickPaul Herrick, philosophy professor at Shoreline College, talks about logic. What is logic? Why study logic? Is Christianity logical? Here Professor Herrick address these and other questions in this episode.
2024-09-0639 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E3: Sam Griffith (Class of 2022)Sam Griffith (Class of 2022) and current KPA football coach, discusses his time at KPA and reflects on the characteristics of KPA's Portrait of a Graduate. In this interview he tells us why looking back at KPA, he believes, “the difficulty of school is going to prepare you for the difficulty of life.”
2024-08-3029 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E2: James McGlothlin discusses aesthetics, Jonathan Edwards, and BeautyAssociate Dean and Associate Professor James McGlothlin spends some time talking about aesthetics, beauty, and Jonathan Edwards. The conversation brings together classical education, theology, and philosophy.
2024-08-2342 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS3E1: MacKenzie Walker (class of 2022)MacKenzie Walker (class of 2022) popped into the recording studio to update the KPA community about what she has been up to since graduating. Then, she reflects on KPA's Portrait of a Graduate.
2024-08-1627 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E34: Graduation 2024, Skragclaw's Advice to GlumslugThe graduation address to the class of 2024 is a reading of a letter from Skragclaw (a senior demon) to Glumslug (a junior temptor).
2024-05-2311 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E33: The value of History with Christopher SchlectDr. Chris Schlect from New Saint Andrews College discusses the importance and value of studying history. For anyone who is unsure that we should study ancient and medieval history, this interview provides a few reasons not to be so dubious.
2024-05-1631 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E32: Kara Hawthorne, "Brighter Futures Begin with Books"Kara Hawthorne reads her senior thesis in this episode, where she makes a persuasive case for parents to read to their children out loud. Collaborative school parents will definitely want to hear what she has to say!
2024-05-1016 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E31: Train Up a Child in the Way He Should Go“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”
These are the words of Proverbs 22:6 (ESV). In this episode, we will meditate on this verse and dive deeper into its meaning.
2024-05-0215 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E30: Interview with Michael Craig (CLT Prep)Hear from Michael Craig, a graduate from classical Christian education, and how his education has prepared him for young adult life. Michael is a co-founder of the CLT Prep, and we talk about the CLT (Classic Learning Test) in this episode as well.
2024-04-2528 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E29: Madison (Bundy) Wernsman (class of 2018)Madison (Bundy) Wernsman from the class of 2018 reflects on her time at KPA. She talks about her passion for mission work, how KPA prepared her to complete her nursing degree, and so much more.
2024-04-1833 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E28: Do KPA students study the pagan gods more than the Christian God?In this episode, Amy Laney and Jeannie DePoe join me to discuss why we study pagan myths at a Christian school and how we go about teaching them.
2024-04-1131 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E27: Does classical Christian education prepare students for the real world?Have you wondered whether classical Christian graduates are prepared for the real world? This episode gives a classical Christian answer to this question!
2024-04-0416 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E26: Conversation with current senior Caleb PoeCaleb Poe (soon be graduate of 2024) talks about his time at KPA. Caleb has attended KPA since pre-K, and he has been involved in athletics, fine arts, extracurriculars, and student government. His perspective on the school is very informative!
2024-03-2814 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E25: The Virtue of Chastity with Prof. Eric SilvermanProfessor Eric Silverman (Christopher Newport University) discusses the virtue of chastity. In this conversation for mature listeners, we diagnose some of the problems with the lack of chastity in our culture and give some insight into how we cultivate a healthier perspective on sexual relationships.
"How St. Valentine's mission to marry people got twisted into a greeting card and hookups" in USA Today by Dr. Eric Silverman
Sexual Ethics in a Secular Age: Is There Still a Virtue of Chastity? edited by Dr. Eric Silverman
2024-03-2145 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E24: Sam Nicholson (class of 2021) on KPASam Nicholson (class of 2021) is currently at Texas A&M University in the corps of cadets. In this episode, he reflects on how KPA prepared him for this stage of his young adult life.
2024-03-0729 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E23: What is Classical Education? A Message to the Citizens for Education ReformOn February 22, 2024, Dr. DePoe was asked to speak at a gathering of the Citizens for Education Reform in Lubbock, Texas. He was asked to share about classical education in about 25 minutes. In this brief presentation, he discusses the purpose, the content, and the means of educating classically.
2024-02-2929 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E22: Sydney Squires (class of 2012)Sydney Squires from the class of 2012 tells us what she has been up to since she graduated and how KPA has had an impact on her young adult life.
2024-02-2217 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E21: Guard your heart"Guard your heart," a re-telling of a message delivered to graduates in 2022. It captures the big-picture approach to discipleship at KPA.
2024-02-1514 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E20: Caroline Tidwell (class of 2023) reflects on KPA's Portrait of a GraduateCaroline Tidwell (class of 2023) talks about life after graduating from KPA and how she sees the characteristics of KPA's Portrait of a Graduate from her experiences.
2024-02-0825 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E19: Jared Brock on why we should study Medieval historyMr. Brock, KPA's Asst. Head of the Upper Schools & teacher of Medieval history, talks about some of the reasons we should study Medieval history. He describes the narrative of the relationship between church and state as well as the skills that are developed in the class.
2024-01-3129 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E18: Ross Inman on Learning through WonderProfessor Ross Inman talks about the significance of grounding learning in wonder. Tune in for an interesting discussion about how you think about education reveals what you believe about theology and anthropology.
2024-01-2530 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E17: Katelyn Dowell (class of 2023) talks about KPA's Portrait of a GraduateKatelyn Dowell (Class of 2023) shares how her first semester at college has been and reflects on KPA's portrait of a graduate.
2024-01-1819 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E16: Dr. David Talcott (New Saint Andrews) on the Value of PlatoDavid Talcott, Fellow of Philosophy and Graduate Dean at New Saint Andrews College, shares some of the distinctive aspects of the education at New Saint Andrews. Then, he discusses the relevance and value in studying Plato.
2024-01-1136 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E15: KPA's 5th grade experience with Amanda RogersAmanda Rogers talks about the 5th grade experience at KPA.
2023-11-3017 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E14: Cade Sands (class of 2021) talks about KPACade Sands (class of 2021) reflects on his time at KPA and how it has made an impact on his young adult life.
2023-11-1620 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E13: Katie Beth Goodnight share about KPA's 4th grade experienceWhat is it like to be in KPA's 4th grade? Mrs. Goodnight joins the podcast to tell us about 4th grade and what she teaches on our Friday enrichment (mad scientist and Bible classes).
2023-11-0930 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E12: Prof. Eric Wearne on Collaborative SchoolsProf. Eric Wearne (Kennesaw State University) is a researcher on collaborative schools. In this episode, he discusses some of what his research has uncovered about collaborative (aka hybrid or University-Model) schools.
2023-11-0230 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E11: Updates from two KPA Graduates (Tommy Nicholson [class of 2023] & Hayden Murphy [class of 2010])This episode features two conversations with KPA graduates. The first is with Tommy Nicholson (class of 2023) who tells the community how life is treating him at West Point. The second is with Hayden Murphy (class of 2010) who shares about his current adventure in Okinawa.
2023-10-2623 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E10: Heather Smith talks about KPA's Portrait of a GraduateHeather Smith (class of 2022) reflects on KPA's portrait of a graduate and tells us how her education at KPA has influenced her young adult life.
2023-10-1926 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E9: Eric Cook, SCL President, talks about the classical education movementThis episode features a conversation with Eric Cook who is the President of the Society for Classical Learning (SCL). He talks about the classical school movement, what the SCL is doing, and other related things.
2023-10-1225 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E8: Conversation with KPA moms, Christy Canada and Loralee Van WetteringTwo of KPA's moms, Christy Canada and Loralee Van Wettering talk about their families' KPA highlights. Listen to their conversation for insights and encouragement in carrying out classical Christian collaborative education.
2023-10-0533 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E7: Natalie Poe (class of 2022) talks about KPA's Portrait of a GradIn this episode, Natalie Poe (class of 2022) reflects on her time at KPA and talks about the ways that she sees the attributes from KPA's Portrait of a Graduate manifest themselves in her life.
2023-09-2826 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E6: Prof. Jerry Root talks about C. S. Lewis & EducationEmeritus Professor Jerry Root (Wheaton University) is a specialist on C. S. Lewis. In this episode he shares from his treasury of wisdom about education from a Christian and Lewis-inspired perspective.
2023-09-2138 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E5: Alumnus interview with Shelby Alexander about KPA's Portrait of a GraduateShelby Alexander (class of 2021) talks about her experiences after graduating from KPA. She uses the six parts of KPA's Portrait of a Graduate to discuss the ways that KPA has equipped her for the challenges of higher education and young adult life.
2023-09-1422 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E4: Prof. Jason Baehr talks about the Intellectual VirtuesIn this episode learn more about what intellectual virtues are and how we can work together to cultivate them in our students! Prof. Jason Baehr is a philosophy professor and parent who has professionally studied and practiced the building of virtue in students.
2023-09-0735 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E3: Interview with Sam Crews (class of 2023) about KPA's Portrait of a GraduateSam Crews (class of 2023) reflects on the ways that he sees KPA's Portrait of a Graduate in his life.
2023-08-3118 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E2: Cultural Engagement with Dr. Justin Ariel BaileyProf. Justin Ariel Bailey is Professor of theology at Dordt University. In this episode we discuss cultural engagement and apologetics.
2023-08-2437 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS2E1: Portrait of a Graduate Interview with Hope ScarboroughListen to Hope Scarborough (class of 2023) talk about KPA's Portrait of a Graduate.
2023-08-1720 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E30: "Fear the Lord" Charge to Graduates 2023Dr. DePoe's charge to KPA's 2023 graduates.
2023-05-2011 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E29: Banner Scarborough's UMHB messageOne of KPA's graduates, Banner Scarborough, recently spoke at the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor's campus revival service. His message is the focus of this episode. In addition to hearing an encouraging biblical message, this episode shows some of the skills cultivated at KPA in crafting and delivering a persuasive presentation.
2023-05-0417 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E28: Plundering the Egyptians with Jared BrockAre you familiar with St. Augustine's metaphor on plundering the Egyptians? Drawing on the Exodus story, Augustine points out that we can take the goods of the non-Christian world and redeem them in service to Christ's kingdom. Jared Brock and I discuss St. Augustine's insightful teaching and how it applies to classical Christian education.
2023-04-2022 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E27: The Difference in Classical Christian GraduatesHow are graduates from classical Christian schools different from graduates of other schools? To help answer that question, I highlight some of the results from the very interesting study called, The Good Soil Report. This study compares differences between graduates from classical Christian schools with those who graduate from other types of schools such as public schools, generic evangelical Christian schools, Catholic schools, private non-religious preparatory schools, and homeschools. The results are very interesting and encouraging. The classical difference is worth it!
2023-04-0642 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E26: Seniors on the Grand TourHear from seniors, their parents, and KPA staff as we head home from the grand tour.
2023-03-1533 min
The Headmaster's PodcastS1E25: On the "hardness" of schoolWhy is school challenging and difficilut? Why does it have to be so hard? Dr. DePoe gives a brief commentary responding to these kinds of questions by reflecting on a passage from Veith and Kern's Classical Education.
2023-03-0911 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E24: KPA Students Share Some Great NewsTommy Nicholson, Ethan Babb, and Katelyn Dowell share some great news they've received. Hear about and celebrate the great things that they are doing!
2023-03-0218 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E23: Louis Markos on C. S. Lewis & the Medieval WorldHouston Baptist University's Louis Markos tells us about C. S. Lewis and the medieval mindset that inspired him. Tune in for a lively discussion of C. S. Lewis from KPA's former Paideia conference speaker.
2023-02-2341 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E22: College Professors on KPA StudentsIs there a noticeable difference in the quality of students that KPA graduates? In this episode, Kyle Keltz and James Kemper share their experiences with KPA students. They teach dual credit classes at KPA, but they also teach college courses. You may be surprised to hear what they observe is different about KPA students.
2023-02-1628 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E21: Academic Advising with Emily FarmerIn this episode, Emily Farmer shares what families can expect from an academic advisor. She also talks about the strengths that she sees in our students based on standardized test scores, college admissions, and reports from alumni.
2023-02-0919 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E20: Has technology made thinking obsolete?Is thinking carefully, memorizing information, and paying attention to tedious details outdated and unnecessary in education because of the technology at our disposal? Those who think so reflect a modern mindset that is infused with Dewey's pragmatic and empiricist worldview. Some of the differences between modern and classical approaches to education are covered in response to the lead question.
2023-02-0210 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E19: Mrs. DePoe talks about LatinAfter briefly sharing her family's educational experiences before and after KPA, Mrs. DePoe talks about the study of Latin at KPA.
2023-01-2620 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E18: Of Cathedrals and EducationThis episode features a commentary comparing the work of classical Christian collaborative education and the building of cathedrals in Middle Ages.
2023-01-1208 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E17: KPA Basketball with Coach BruffeyCoach Bruffey talks about the importance of athletics and how it fits in KPA's mission. Plus, he gives a preview of what to expect from KPA basketball this season.
2022-12-1521 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E16: Apologetics with Dr. Kyle KeltzDr. Keltz who teaches apologetics at KPA shares his background in the subject and talks about the apologetics class at KPA.
2022-12-0840 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E15: Ms. Mock talks 2nd Grade and Math in FocusMs. Mock shares what a blessing it is to be part of KPA's community. We discuss what families can expect from 2nd grade, and then we spend a good amount of time discussing Math in Focus. If you have questions about this curriculum, you may find some answers in this episode!
2022-11-1028 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E14: Students tell us what they like about KPAToday's podcast features many of KPA's current students! I went around and asked students to tell us something that they like about KPA, and it was encouraging to hear so many good things that our students already see in the school. Because of the times and place of my recordings, this group is definitely heavily weighted with 5th grade, 6th-8th grades, and 9th-10th grades.
2022-11-0310 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E13: KPA 20th Anniversary SpeechThis past school year, KPA celebrating 20 years of educational ministry. Our community had a fun celebration. In this episode, I reprise the speech I gave in honor of KPA crossing this milestone.
2022-10-2710 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E12: Jesus & Logic with Travis Dickinson (DBU Professor)What does following Jesus have to do with logic? Classical Christian schools attempt to bring these together, and according to Professor Dickinson, they belong together! Join this conversation to learn more about Jesus and the Way of Logic (the title of one of Prof. Dickinson's books!).
2022-10-2028 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E11: Football and more with Peter Griffith, Jr.KPA's varsity football coach, Peter Griffith, Jr., discusses football and how it plays a formative role in the lives of his players.
2022-10-1314 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E10: Interview with DeLeisha ShepherdDeLeisha Shepherd (KPA music teacher & mom) and I discuss the importance of music. She shares what music education and chapel are like in the School of Grammar and KPA's Kingdom Singers in the School of Logic.
2022-10-0613 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E9: Interview with Amanda Castner (Upper School Teacher)After some announcements, Amanda Castner and I discuss the significance of studying literature in a classical Christian collaborative school.
2022-09-2918 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E8: Interview with Alumnus Naomi Martens!I sit down with Naomi Martens (graduate, class of 2019) to discuss some of the ways that Kingdom Preparatory Academy has had in impact on her life.
2022-09-2218 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E7: Dr. Louis Markos & More on Why Christians Should Study the Pagan ClassicsDr. Louis Markos follows up on his keynote address to the KPA community from this summer. We talk some about how and why we should teach the pagan classics, even though some of the content is morally questionable or difficult at times. What about those fornicating Greek gods, child sacrifice, and other eyebrow-raising passages? Join us in thinking about these important topics and themes in classical Christian education.
2022-09-1532 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E6: Darra Brown (1st grade teacher) and Jeannette Noel (KPA parent)In this episode, I have a discussion with Darra Brown about her experiences at KPA as a parent (her kids have graduated from KPA) and a teacher. She shares what families can expect in first grade. The second interview is with Jeannette Noel who is a parent of students in the School of Logic. She tells us about why KPA has been a good choice for her family.
2022-09-0825 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E5: Josh Pendergrass (current student!) and Rae Lynn Hamby (Science Teacher)This week we hear interviews with Josh Pendergrass, a current 11th grader at KPA, and Rae Lynn Hamby, chemistry teacher and science department chair.
2022-09-0116 minThe Headmaster's PodcastBonus episode! House induction ceremony, charge to the students.KPA's House Induction Ceremony, August 29, 2022, charge to the students by Dr. John M. DePoe.
2022-08-3008 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E3: Extended Interview with Cheri Poe!Cheri Poe talks about her experiences as a mother of three children who have been educated at KPA including her oldest who went pre-k to 12th grade with us. She shares her insights about athletics and volleyball as well.
2022-08-2534 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E2: Interviews with Alumnus Kathryn Babb and Parent Karis HenryAnnouncements and information followed by interviews with Kathryn Babb (alumnus, class of 2020) and Karis Henry (KPA veteran parent).
2022-08-1826 minThe Headmaster's PodcastS1E1: First Week of School! Interviews with Whitney Jonas and Princeton PalmerIn this first episode, I interview two parents at KPA. Whitney Jonas who has been at KPA a long time, and Princeton Palmer a relatively newcomer to KPA.
2022-08-1115 min
The Headmaster's PodcastS1E0: Placeholder and promise of things to comeWhat is the Headmaster's Podcast? It's a place where stakeholders in the Kingdom Preparatory Academy community can receive information, encouragement, and resources for collaborative, classical, Christian education. This brief episode foreshadows some of what listeners can expect to find through this podcast.
2022-06-2301 min