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Cultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [career]In this special episode of Cultivating [Spaces], listen in on a dynamic conversation with Lexington Christian Academy alumni at the annual Career Showcase, featuring Elizabeth Nalunga, Fred DiStefano, Stephanie Coppola, and Michael Burrowes, and moderated by Head of School John Khouri. Hear firsthand how their educational journeys, career callings, and LCA experiences helped shape who they are today, offering thoughtful, practical, and deeply encouraging insight into what the future can hold—because at LCA, becoming truly begins here.
2026-02-0653 min
Lexington Christian Fellowship SermonsThe Ordination of Ben FlanneryThe ordination service of Ben Flannery- Emmanuel Christian Fellowship
2026-01-1750 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [civic engagement]In an era where conversations can quickly become polarized, how can we equip young people to engage in thoughtful, respectful dialogue? How can we teach the next generation to stand firm in their convictions while also listening with empathy and understanding? And what role does a Christian education play in shaping students into future leaders who can navigate complex issues in our world with wisdom and grace? Two of LCA’s beloved teachers, who also co-lead LCA's Model UN club, Emma Witmer and Anneke Lujan, dive into answering these questions with their unique expertise and wisdom.
2025-07-2248 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [college]For parents and students alike, the college search can be an overwhelming and daunting process! So, hear some words of wisdom from LCA's Director of College Advising, Rob Scaro, and be encouraged. Take a deep breath. Bust the college myths. Learn what's coming. Be prepared. And know that we are here to walk alongside students as they find the very best fit for them in the next step of their journey beyond the hallways of LCA!
2025-04-0153 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ faith in action ] Part IIThe Gospel Changes Everything. Christopher Greco and Nate Grimley join us for part II of a mini series to talk about spiritual formation and the practical impact in our lives. Together, we’ll take a deeper dive into our unique theme for this school year — how the Gospel changes everything. In addition to the many roles they play at LCA, Greco and Grimley are a part of LCA’s spiritual formation team, committed to and deeply passionate about spiritual growth and discipleship in the lives of our middle schoolers and high schoolers.
2025-01-3057 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ faith in action ] Part IWhat does it mean to put our faith into action? Jenna Olson and Nelio Franco join us for part I of a mini series to talk about spiritual formation. What is spiritual formation? Why it is important? And how does LCA think about spiritual formation in the lives of our middle schoolers and high schoolers? As part of our spiritual formation team, these two are extremely passionate about spiritual growth and developing young hearts to love Jesus. LCA is so blessed to have this team leading the way in spiritual formation.
2025-01-2251 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 1Donna Williams (English & World Languages Division Head) discusses the ways that Christian education offers something special to students. Donna Williams offers decades of experience teaching Spanish and French, leading student leaders, and investing in service.
2025-01-0428 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ formation ]Dr. Kevin Taylor (Wellspring Christian Education) joins us to discuss the value of Christian education, our responsibility as educators to be non-anxious presences in our children's lives, and the many ways that students can be spiritually formed in the context of Christian schooling.
2025-01-0458 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 4STEM division head, Eileen Ng. This is the last episode of our four part mini series featuring conversations about what's different about teaching & learning in a Christian environment. Eileen shares the many ways that faith and science intersect and support one another magnificently, and inspires us with her passion for scientific discover and deep commitment to faith.
2025-01-0437 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 3Christopher Greco (Arts Division Head) shares his perspective on what makes Christian education different. He shares his decades of experience engaging students in creativity and worship, and inspires us to appreciate the process even more than the result of our labor.
2025-01-0442 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 2David Pothier (Bible & Social Studies Division Head) discusses the ways Christian education is set apart. He shares his experience navigating conversations about history from a uniquely Christian worldview, and inspires us to love our neighbors through remembering and investigating our historical heroes.
2025-01-0444 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ competition ]Cultivating [competition] hosts a conversation with LCA's Athletic Director, Andrew Mitchell, and former athletic director, esteemed coach, director of admissions, and beloved alumni, Ryan Patrie. The impact of athletics in the lives of our young people is powerful, so join us in talking about roles athletics play in developing young leaders and discipling the next generation of Christ followers.
2025-01-0455 minCultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ healing ]Originally published in May 2021Makoto Fujimura (world renowned artist) and Dr. Sheila Wise Rowe (Author) join Christopher Greco (LCA Arts Division Head) discuss finding beauty in brokenness and understanding the profound hope that can be found in the Gospel.
2025-01-041h 16Cultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ hope ]Originally published in May 2021Dr. Virginia Ward (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) and Dr. Alison Cook (Author) join LCA parent and former trustee, Robert Bloodworth to discuss meaningful strategies for bringing hope to the next generation.
2025-01-041h 14Cultivating [ spaces ]Cultivating [ inquiry ]Originally recorded in May of 2021David Smith (Calvin University, Kuyers Institute for Christian Teaching and Learning) and Dorothy Vaandering (Memorial University) join LCA's Director of Academic Advising Jean Noh to discuss how technology is influencing our communities, how education is changing, and what makes Christian education different.
2025-01-041h 21
Survival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 30: Truth and AuthorityJoel kicks off a new series discussing various hot topics with students from his Biblical Worldview elective class. He interviews Carson Judd about the project he recently completed on Truth and Authority. This is a great listen for parents wanting to better understand their
student and how they perceive life's biggest issues.
2024-03-2017 min
Transforming LivesExcellence, Humility, Care, and Gracious Dialogue: James Talkington, Head of School at Lexington Christian Academy, Lexington, MAJames Talkington is the current interim Head of School at Lexington Christian Academy, an ACSI exemplary-accredited school in Lexington, MA. James has served at LCA since 2004 and has been the Academy Director, an Upper School English Teacher (Literature and Writing), and the Director of Upper School. Previous to LCA, James served as an English teacher and Dean of Faculty at Pacific Christian School in Los Angeles, CA. He holds a BA. in Biblical Languages from Central Bible College, an MA in English from Bread Loaf School of English at Middlebury College, and an MA in Theology from Fuller Theological Se...
2024-03-1830 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 29: Foundational Truths: The ResurrectionThe Resurrection of Jesus is the most important moment in history. In this short episode, Joel discusses three important lessons we can learn from this historical event.
2024-02-2813 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 28: Foundational Truths: JesusJesus is fully God and man who came down for one purpose, to redeem His people. This week, Joel discusses who Jesus is and why we can have confidence that He is who He said He was and did what He said He was going to do.
2024-02-1428 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 27 (2/8/24) - Foundational Truths: The BibleThis week Joel continues his "Foundational Truths" series and discusses the Bible and its role in forming a solid foundation for all believers.
2024-02-0836 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 26 (1/31/24) - Foundational Truths: Sin and the GospelIn this week's episode, Joel discusses how the fundamental understanding of truth impacts our understanding
of the Gospel. Jesus is the only one who can remove our sin.
2024-01-3135 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 25: Foundational Truths - CreationThis week Joel discusses how creation is an important foundational truth for students and parents to
understand. When it comes to creation, focus on who God is and what He has done, rather than the gritty details that can turn into debates.
2024-01-2832 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 24: How to Raise Grateful StudentsThis week, Joel has a conversation with Matt Lee, Executive Director of Psalm 82:3 Mission, about how difficult it is to raise students that remain grateful in a culture that is always pushing for more. Matt talks about his experience working with overseas mission and shares personal stories that have helped shaped his humble approach to following Jesus.
2023-11-0944 min
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCPt 4 - An Unstoppable Christian 10.22.23Pastor Joshua Lawson preached part 4 of the series, "An Unstoppable Christian," Sunday evening, October 22, 2023.
II Corinthians 11:10; Acts 20:20; Philippians 1:8-30; Philippians 3:14; II Corinthians 10:1-12;
#JoshuaLawson #IICorinthians #Acts #Philippians
2023-11-0437 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 23 (10/31/23) - How to Raise Biblical LeadersThis week, Joel is diving into Biblical Leadership with LCA 6th-8th Principal, Mr. Coleman Marshall! Don't miss out - tune in now to hear how you can implement this important value in your home.
2023-10-3135 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 22 (10/24/23) - How to Help Your Student Read the Bible (Guest: Marcus Shaeffer, Middle School Minister, Southland Christian Church)Joel has a conversation with Marcus Schaeffer about helping a student read their Bible. They discuss the best place to start, different versions/translations and give practical tips for making reading the Bible a regular spiritual discipline.
2023-10-2442 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 21: How to Stay Informed about New Drug TrendsJoel sits down with LCA's School Resource Officer and discusses the drug epidemic that is facing students today. This episode is extremely important to help parents become aware of the trends that are facing their students. (We recommend that you do not allow your student to listen to this episode.)
2023-10-1739 min
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCPt 3 - An Unstoppable Christian 10.8.23Pastor Joshua Lawson preached part 3 of the series, "An Unstoppable Christian," Sunday evening, October 8, 2023.
II Corinthian 11:1-10; Acts 20:20,24; Philippians 1:8-26; Philippians 3:13,14
#JoshuaLawson #IICorinthians #Acts #Philippians
2023-10-1242 min
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCPt 2 - An Unstoppable Christian 10.08.23Pastor Joshua Lawson preached part 2 of the series, "An Unstoppable Christian," during the 11AM service October 8, 2023.
II Corinthians 11:1-15; Acts 20:17-24
#JoshuaLawson #IICorinthians #Acts
2023-10-1036 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 20: How to Balance Grace and Truth
Letting go of our kids can be one of the hardest things we do as parents — but helping them learn how to balance grace and truth can be so rewarding! This week, Joel is talking with Scott Hatfield, Minister and Lead Team, at Southland Christian Church, to explore how to do just that. Don't miss this special chat!
2023-10-0252 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 19: How to Protect Students as They Use TechnologyThis week, Joel talks with Melody Ballard, LCA 6th-8th Technology Integration Specialist, about how to keep YOUR kids safe while using technology - from online bullying and the importance of thinking before you post, to safety measures and parental apps. We encourage parents with students of all ages to tune in for this must-listen advice!
2023-09-2634 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 18: How to Help a Student Struggling with Anxiety/Depression
This week Joel sits down with Zach Volz from Lakeside Christian Church (Lakeside Park, Kentucky) to tackle an important issue: helping a middle school student dealing with anxiety and depression. Join us for insights, advice, and tips on supporting students who may be struggling during this time in their lives.
2023-09-1941 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 17: How to Raise Boys into Godly MenThis week our special guest, Mark Sullivan from White River Christian Church in Noblesville, Indiana, chats with Joel about raising boys to be Godly men. Hear some real-world wisdom and the tools to help boys become the best version of themselves!
2023-09-1232 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 16: How to Vet FriendshipsThis week Joel is talking with Lea Clark, LCA 6th-8th Asst. Principal and Nancy Jaeger, 6th-8th Guidance Counselor, about how to vet friendships.
2023-09-0538 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 15: How to Prioritize Faith as a FamilyThis week, Joel sits down with Drew Dawson, Teaching & Discipleship Minister at Elevate Christian Church in Lexington, Kentucky, to share his insights on prioritizing faith as a family.
2023-08-2954 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 14: How to Be a Successful Junior High Student & ParentThis week, Joel kicks off a new "How To!" series. First up, Brian Ray and his daughter EJ join Joel to discuss “How to Be a Successful Junior High Student & Parent.” We know junior high can be challenging, but with the right tools and strategies, students and parents can make it a successful journey.
2023-08-2334 min
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCHow To Be A Happy Christian 8.16.23Kyle Dimick preached, "How To Be A Happy Christian," Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
Psalm 1:1-6
#KyleDimick #Psalm
2023-08-2040 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 13: Spiritual Life 23-24 IntroductionIt’s time for a new school year, and there’s no better way to kick it off than by tuning into the first episode of the “Survival Guide for the Middle” podcast for the 2023-24 school year! Get an overview of spiritual life activities for preschool to 12th-grade students, such as class retreats and two Spiritual Emphasis Weeks.
2023-08-1527 min
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCPt 2 - How Every Christian Should Give To Missions 8.6.23Pastor Joshua Lawson preached part 2 of the series, "How Every Christian Should Give To Missions," Sunday evening, August 6, 2023.
II Corinthians 8:1-15; Romans 15; Acts 8:3; I Corinthians 16:2; Philippians 4:15; Philippians 1:1
#JoshuaLawson #IICorithians #Romans #Acts #ICorinthians #Philippians
2023-08-091h 02
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCPt 1 - How Every Christian Should Give To Missions 8.6.23Pastor Joshua Lawson preached part 1 of the series, "How Every Christian Should Give To Missions," Sunday morning, August 6, 2023.
II Corinthians 8:1-15; II Corinthian 9:2; Malachi 3:8-10; Leviticus 27:30-32; Matthew 19:21
#JoshuaLawson #IICorithians #Malachi #Leviticus #Matthew
2023-08-0859 min
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCPt 1 - An Unstoppable Christian 7.30.23Pastor Joshua Lawson preached part 1 of "An Unstoppable Christian," Sunday evening, July 30, 2023.
II Corinthians 10:1-11; II Corinthians 11:1-10
#JoshuaLawson #IICorinthians
2023-08-021h 03Survival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 12: High School GraduationThis episode features the third and final part of Joel's discussion with Zac Barnhart, LCA Preschool-Elementary Spiritual Life Director. They're talking about HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION - an exciting, yet intimidating milestone!
2023-06-1915 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 11: Transitioning from 8th to 9th GradeJoin Joel for the second part of his conversation with Zac Barnhart, LCA Preschool-Elementary Spiritual Life Director. Zac shares his insights on transitioning from 8th grade to high school in this episode.
2023-06-1216 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 10: Transitioning from 5th to 6th GradeAre you and your student nervous about the 6th Grade Academy transition? We get it! Get some reassurance and advice from Zac Barnhart, LCA Preschool-Elementary Spiritual Life Director, as he joins Joel on the podcast this week!
2023-06-0520 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 9: A Student's PerspectiveIn this episode, Joel talks to four of our 8th-grade students. Hear what they say about life in LCA Junior High--their favorite parts...and their not-so-favorite parts. Discover their thoughts on talking to their parents and social media - it's definitely a must-listen!
2023-05-3037 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 8: Doubting FaithIn this episode, Joel chats with Casey Easterwood, LCA 7th Grade Bible Teacher, about the struggles students go through when questioning their faith and how parents can help guide them.
2023-05-2232 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 7: Leaving a LegacyIt's time to get inspired! Joel is hosting LCA's own Coach Cravens on this episode. Coach has been a blessing to LCA for many years and continues to positively influence our students, staff, and teachers.
2023-05-1536 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 6: Partnering with CoachesIn Part 2 of Joel's discussion with legendary Kentucky high school football coach, Doug Charles, they talk about the importance of partnering with coaches.
2023-05-0826 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 5: Navigating Family and GriefIn this episode, legendary Kentucky high school football coach, Doug Charles, sits down with Joel to talk about navigating family and grief. Part 1 of 2.
2023-05-0444 min2023-04-2438 min2023-04-1739 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 2: Navigating Friendships Hear from a junior high guidance counselor about navigating friendships.
2023-04-1124 minSurvival Guide for the MiddleEpisode 1: Parenting a Social Media Generation"Parenting a Social Media Generation" features Brian Ebel, Senior Pastor at St. Luke Church in Lexington, Kentucky.
2023-03-2725 min
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCThe Joyful Christian 10.9.22Evangelist Milton Taylor (First Baptist Church of Conastee, SC) preached, "The Joyful Christian," Sunday morning, October 9, 2022.
Luke 1:35-67; John 8:41; I Thessalonians 5:23; II Corinthians 8:5;
#MiltonTaylor #Luke #John #IThessalonians #IICorinthians #NewTestament
2022-10-1132 min
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCPt 3 - How Every Christian Should Give To Missions 8.10.22Pastor Joshua Lawson preached part 3 of the series, "How Every Christian Should Give To Missions," Sunday evening, July 31, 2022.
II Corinthians 8:1-15; Isaiah 50:6; I Timothy 2:6; Galatians 2:20; Ephesians 5:25; II Corinthians 1:1; Philippians 4:10-15
#JoshuaLawson #NewTestament #OldTestament #Missions #Giving #FaithPromise #IICorinthians #Isaiah #ITimothy #Galatians #Ephesians #Philippians
2022-08-111h 06
Beacon Baptist Church of Lexington, SCPt 2 - How Every Christian Should Give To Missions 7.31.22Pastor Joshua Lawson preached part 2 of the series, "How Every Christian Should Give To Missions," Sunday evening, July 31, 2022.
II Corinthians 8:1-24; Malachi 3:8-10; I Corinthians 9:10; Leviticus 27:30-32; Acts 11:27-30; Romans 15:23-27, 31-32; Acts 1:8
#JoshuaLawson #NewTestament #OldTestament #Missions #Giving #FaithPromise #ICorinthians #Malachi #ICorinthians #Leviticus #Acts #Romans
2022-08-0248 min
Discipleology PodcastDISCIPLEOLOGY EP 13 – FBC LEXINGTONThe post DISCIPLEOLOGY EP 13 – FBC LEXINGTON appeared first on Bible Studies for Life.
2019-11-0526 min
2019-05-2108 minProse and ContextEpisode 26 – Bringing Journalism into the Middle School ClassroomTranscript not available for this episode.
2019-05-0605 minProse and ContextEpisode 25 – Dangerously Immersed in Ourselves: Chopin’s “The Awakening”Kate Chopin’s The Awakening—“Dangerously Immersed in Ourselves”
By Karen E.B. Elliott
I remember the first time I read this book. It was back in college was I was earning my B.A. at a liberal arts, secular school. I loved the novel. It intrigued me. Perhaps it was because I identified with the main character as much as I could at the time; however, I certainly wasn’t married yet. I had not been pregnant nor had children to care for. As a woman I was allowed to vote and express basically...
2019-04-2324 minProse and ContextEpisode 24 – Celebrating National Library Week with our Local LibraryTranscript unavailable for this episode.
2019-04-1815 minProse and ContextEpisode 23 – The Single-Point RubricTranscript unavailable for this episode. Danah Hashem’s Edutopia article on the single point rubric can be accessed here.
2019-04-0909 minProse and ContextEpisode 22 – Cultivating Character in the ClassroomCultivating Character in the Classroom.
My name is Renée LaRoche. I am currently teaching Academic English at Lexington Christian Academy. I graduated from LCA in 1992 and it’s wonderful to be back home. For the past fifteen years, I’ve taught in public charter, traditional public, and private schools. I’ve had 3rd, 4th, 7th, and 8th grade classrooms independently, and when my children were young, I substituted for students in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. Regardless of what grade, setting, or role I have found myself, I’ve noticed how important it is for me to cultivate ch...
2019-04-0310 minProse and ContextEpisode 21 – Teaching Setting Through Shakespeare – an example using “Othello”Transcript not available for this episode.
2019-03-2616 minProse and ContextEpisode 20 – A Rationale for Podcasting as Teachers of WritingTranscript not available for this episode.
2019-03-2109 minProse and ContextEpisode 19 – A Good Woman is Hard to FindMargaret Mitchell’s Gone with the Wind—“A Good Woman is Hard to Find”
By Karen E. B. Elliott,
English Department Faculty
February 26, 2019
Margaret Mitchell was once quoted as saying that “in a time of weakness, I wrote a novel.” Well, if writing one of the most read, translated, and published novels in the world was a weakness, I am sorry that she died so young that we’d never get to see her strengths.
I decided to teach this novel a few years ago, and without a doubt, for mo...
2019-02-2616 minProse and ContextEpisode 18 – More Than a GradeThere is not a transcript available for this podcast, but, for more details on the content of this post, view Danah Hashem’s NCTE blog post here.
2019-02-1311 min2019-02-0609 minProse and ContextEpisode 16 – How Everyday Vocabulary Stops ELL StudentsTranscript not available for this episode.
2019-01-2817 minProse and ContextEpisode 15 – Too Late, The PhalaropeAlan Paton’s Too Late, the Phalarope—“Scarlet Letters in the Modern Age”
By Karen E.B. Elliott
Alan Paton wrote only three novels—the first he destroyed; the second is his most famous (Cry, the Beloved Country), and then his third is ridiculously painful to read. But it’s so amazingly good, and so apropos for our students, especially as we live in and confront the tempting, technological age. Although this novel takes place in South Africa post-WWII, and although it’s about the other whites, the non-English Afrikaners—the Boers, original Dutch settlers of A...
2019-01-2322 min2019-01-1613 minProse and ContextEpisode 13 – A Student’s Perspective on Becoming a Reader and WriterTranscript not available for this episode.
2019-01-0221 minProse and ContextEpisode 12 – How I Manage My Classroom: A Balancing Act“How I Manage My Classroom: A Balancing Act”
By Karen E. B. Elliott,
English Faculty (1997-the present)
I always find it interesting how classes formulate—not according to a schedule, or what a student desires to take to graduate, or even what “track” they’ve chosen. Whenever my classes meet, within the first few weeks of school, each section becomes their own entity—their individual personalities come together and sort-of become “one” being. What I love about this is that each section, therefore, has different needs…even though I might be teaching all the senior...
2018-12-1905 min2018-12-1110 min2018-12-0415 minProse and ContextEpisode 9 – Finding Your Faith in Literature“As a Christian Teacher, ‘Life is a Highway’”
Karen E. B. Elliott,
English Faculty (1997-present)
On more than one occasion, I will have a frustrated student sigh and boldly ask, “Mrs. Elliott, why do we have to read this?” It’s a fair question, so instead of getting defensive because they’ve just attacked one of the so-called greatest works of literature and it’s also a personal favorite (which might be why we’re reading it), I ask the entire class, “All right, why do we read this? Why should we?” After that, a grea...
2018-11-2705 minProse and ContextEpisode 8 – For Lori JohnsonDanah: This is Danah Hashem speaking and, for this episode, our 8th episode, we wanted to deviate from some of the patterns we’ve been following in this podcast so far because we want to pause to reflect on and honor the passing of one of our colleagues, Lori Johnson. If you’ve been following along with the podcast, you may know her from her episode with her daughter, Alex Johnson, on summer reading, from our introductory episode, or you may recognize her voice as the introduction to each of our episodes thus far. What you may not...
2018-11-1913 minProse and ContextEpisode 7 – Mind the GapMind the Gap: can the study of art in a museum context help young students with their own reading and then creative writing?
Hello, my name is Rebecca Lefroy. I teach 7th, 8th and 9th grade at Lexington Christian Academy and am going to be talking about some research that I conducted in my previous school, in part for my Masters in Education.
Although, as you can probably tell from my accent, I’m British, I was fortunate enough to actually do quite a lot of my growing up in Brussels and so co...
2018-11-1308 minProse and ContextEpisode 6 – Flexible SeatingHello! This is Danah Hashem, and thanks for joining me for today’s episode of Prose and Context. In this episode, I’d like to spend some time talking about flexible seating: what it is, how I’ve seen it work. All that good stuff.
So, for those of you who are unfamiliar, flexible seating is a movement or a classroom strategy where teachers set up their classrooms with a variety of seating options, all of which differ in some way or another from the traditional desk-facing-the-teacher situation. This can include beanbags, couches, rocking chairs, all sorts of thi...
2018-11-0611 minProse and ContextEpisode 5 – Let Them Teach YouLet Them Teach You!
Integrated Skills Civil Rights Unit for ELL Middle Schoolers with Nancy Nies
Last spring, when I was unexpectedly teaching a mixed class of middle schoolers from China whose Toefls ranged from 25 to 50, I was running out of ideas how to bridge the gaps in their abilities. “Hey Steve,” I shouted out to my colleague in the hallway. “What am I going to do for the next six weeks?” He replied, “have them teach you!”
This podcast covers the development of a surprisingly successful unit on integrated sk...
2018-10-3021 minProse and ContextEpisode 4 – Why I Teach BeowulfIn this episode, LCA British Literature teacher, Karen Elliott, discusses her passion for helping students find their faith in literature through the study of Beowulf.
I teach a first-semester British Literature survey course to all the seniors, and whether they’re in AP or Honors, we always begin with the famous, anonymous Beowulf. After all, it’s the oldest, complete manuscript we have in the English language; however, that’s not why we read it (or why I choose to teach it). This is a book where all of my students, their parents, and grandparents can identify. Unfasten...
2018-10-2324 minProse and ContextEpisode 3 – The Joys of Summer ReadingIn this episode, Lori Johnson interviews her daughter, LCA alumna Alexandra Johnson who is a senior at Calvin College studying to be a secondary English teacher. Alex is a serious reader and a podcast fanatic. By the time this episode airs, she will have read over one hundred books this summer, along with working full-time as a camp counselor to five and six-year-olds at Meadow Breeze Day Camp and consolidating her research for her honors thesis on the topic of freshman writing genre study and the use of college writing centers.
Alex and I will be sharing...
2018-10-1622 minProse and ContextEpisode 2 – In Defense of the Classroom Tea PartyIn this episode, LCA World Lit teacher Danah Hashem explores classroom culture and ritual using tea parties.
Episode Transcript:
Welcome to Prose and Context, a podcast about lifegiving teaching by the English department at Lexington Christian Academy.
(Intro Music)
Hello! This is Danah Hashem, and thanks for joining me for today’s episode of Prose and Context. I am going to talk about tea parties in the classroom! Which sounds frivolous, but hear me out! I recently wrote a blog post, I maintain an educational blog called Pencils and Patience at pe...
2018-10-1010 min
Prose and ContextEpisode 1 – Welcome to Prose and ContextIn our introductory episode, the teachers of the LCA English department introduce themselves, their pedagogies, and their goals for the podcast.
Episode Transcript:
Welcome to Prose and Context, a podcast about lifegiving teaching by the English department at Lexington Christian Academy.
(Intro Music)
Danah: Welcome, and thanks for joining us. This is our first episode. We wanted to take some time to introduce ourselves and talk through some of our goals for the podcast. So I am Danah Hashem, and I teach tenth grade World Literature.
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2018-08-1520 minLexington Christian Fellowship[2018] Saturday A.M.—Our History as a Community/Issues in Forming Community
2018-01-201h 01Lexington Christian Fellowship[2018] Book Review Panel DiscussionA panel of teachers reviews several books on the current American cultural outlook, including The Benedict Option by Rod Dreher (reviewed by Matt Henderson), The Vanishing American Adult by Ben Sasse (reviewed by Ben Hughes), Out of the Ashes by Anthony Esolen (reviewed by Dan Sheffler), and the lecture “On Creative Minorities” by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks (reviewd by Chad Grissom).
2018-01-201h 33Lexington Christian Fellowship Sermons - Ben Hughes1 Samuel: God Setting up His KingdomBible Text: 1 Samuel | Preacher: Ben Hughes | Series: The Entire Bible Ben shows how God works through the people in the book of Samuel to demonstrate the kind of kingdom He wants to establish.
2017-01-2200 minLexington Christian Fellowship[2017] Decade of the DeaconsBilly talks about the ministry of a deacon, and why it is such a crucial role in the body of Christ.
2017-01-071h 16Lexington Christian Fellowship Sermons - Ben HughesRuthBible Text: Ruth | Preacher: Ben Hughes | Series: The Entire Bible Ben teaches on the book of Ruth, admonishing us to imitate the simple righteousness and kindness of Boaz and Ruth.
2016-11-2000 minLexington Christian Fellowship Sermons - Ben HughesPossessing the LandBible Text: Deuteronomy | Preacher: Ben Hughes | Series: The Entire Bible Ben preaches on the last section of Deuteronomy, which focuses on looking forward to the Israelites taking possession of the land that the Lord had promised. Ben ends his sermon with a call to identify one thing that God has called you to […]
2016-09-1800 minLexington Christian Fellowship Sermons - Ben HughesNumbers 1-10Bible Text: Numbers 1-10 | Preacher: Ben Hughes | Series: The Entire Bible Ben walks through the first ten chapters of Numbers. Just as God was preparing the Israelites to take the Promised Land through their journey in the wilderness, God is now preparing us for the work of extending His Kingdom on UK’s campus.
2016-08-0700 minLexington Christian Fellowship Sermons - Ben HughesGod Wants to Dwell Among His PeopleBible Text: Exodus 25-40, Acts 7, 1 Peter 2 | Preacher: Ben Hughes | Series: The Entire Bible Ben teaches on God’s desire to make a dwelling place among His people and warns us to stand firm against idolatry.
2016-06-1900 min