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The Catholic Education ShowCorey DeAngelis on Fixing the Problem of One Size Fits All School SystemsIn this episode, Corey DeAngelis, author of "The Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Ruining Our Schools," and co-author of "Medioctrity: 40 Ways Government Schools are Failing Today's Students," joins Kimberly Begg and Shawn Peterson to discuss the school choice wave that has resulted in 10 states "funding students, not systems" in the last three years. "It's hard to overstate how far we've come, bringing Milton Friedman's ideas to fruition of universal school choice. And we're just getting started."2024-02-2548 minThe Catholic Education ShowDr. Christina Moran on the Journey from Secular to Catholic EducationDr. Christina Moran, headmaster of Archangels Academy in Union, Illinois, a classical, liberal arts academy in the Catholic tradition, joins Kimberly Begg and Shawn Peterson to discuss the 'Godwinks' that have guided her career since her earliest days as an educator in the public school system.
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Archangels Academy
Catholic School Playbook: Chapter 1 (Servant Leadership)
2024-02-1241 minThe Catholic Education ShowTom Carroll on Saving Souls in the 16,000 Hours from Preschool to 12th GradeIn this episode, Thomas W. Carroll, the Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of Boston, joins hosts Kimberly Begg and Shawn Peterson interview, to share his experience rejuvenating Boston's struggling Catholic school system while facing unexpected challenges and opportunities related to Covid, the St. Thomas
More Teaching Fellowship, and the example of schools that “people are beating down the doors to get into.”
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St. Thomas More Teaching Fellowship
St. Jerome Academy
St. Benedict Classical Academy
Thomas Aquinas College
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Divine Merc...2024-01-2851 minThe Catholic Education ShowPatrick O'Hearn on the Courtship of SaintsIn this episode of The Catholic Education Show podcast, hosts Kimberly Begg and Shawn Peterson chat with Patrick O'Hearn about his book, "Courtship of the Saints: How the Saints Met Their Spouses." Patrick shares the inspiration behind his book, shedding light on the pivotal role marriage played in the lives of saints, offering timeless examples of courtship from Church history. Drawing on insights from Venerable Fulton Sheen, Father Chad Ripperger, and others, the conversation explores the evolution of dating culture, emphasizing the contrast between traditional courtship and the contemporary trends influenced by hookup culture and pornography. 2024-01-1545 minThe Catholic Education ShowJohn Clark on Defending Marriage after Years of Failed LeadershipIn this episode, we dive into the importance of educating children about marriage from a Catholic perspective. Our guest, John Clark, author of "Betrayed Without A Kiss: Defending Marriage After Years of Failed Leadership in the Church," shares his insights on the current state of marriage and the challenges it faces.
We start by exploring the primary purpose of marriage according to Church teaching, which is the procreation and education of children. This teaching is considered infallible and holds significant weight for Catholics. We delve into the factors that have weakened marriage in recent decades, such as high divorce...2024-01-0257 minThe Catholic Education ShowJeremiah Poff on the 5 Worst Moments in Education in 2023In this episode of the Catholic Education Playbook Show, Jeremiah Poff, an education and culture reporter at the Washington Examiner, presents the five worst moments in education in 2023.
First is the alarming rise in anti-Semitism on college campuses. Jeremiah highlights numerous incidents where Jewish students were targeted and made to feel unwelcome, with student groups questioning their place and even denying Israel's right to exist. Shockingly, a congressional hearing revealed the refusal of some prestigious university presidents to acknowledge that such anti-Semitic speech violates their codes.
Second is the presence of pornographic books in school libraries. While some argue...2023-12-2641 minThe Catholic Education ShowDr. Michael Boyle on the Catholic Approach to Inclusive EducationOn this episode of the Catholic Education Playbook Show, Dr. Michael Boyle, director of content and partnership development for Inclusion Solutions, joins Shawn Peterson and Kimberly Begg to talk about the Catholic approach to inclusive education.
An important topic of conversation throughout the episode is how inclusive education lifts up the entire school community. It celebrates human dignity and uniqueness as created in God's image. Welcoming students with disabilities prepares all students for real-world interactions and challenges preconceived fears.
At the beginning of the episode, Dr. Boyle provides an overview of the history of inclusive education. While the U...2023-12-1949 minThe Catholic Education ShowDale Ahlquist on High Schools Inspired by G.K. ChestertonIn this episode, Shawn and Kimberly speak with Dale Ahlquist, president of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, which oversees the Chesterton Schools Network. The Chesterton Schools Network is a rapidly growing network of 56 high schools across the U.S. and internationally that are inspired by the life and ideas of G.K. Chesterton.
Dale shares how his own conversion to Catholicism was heavily influenced by G.K. Chesterton, a prolific English writer of the early 20th century. Chesterton's joyful faith and use of humor to provoke deeper thinking resonated deeply with Dale.
The Chesterton model of education follows...2023-12-1046 minThe Catholic Education ShowMary Pat Donoghue on the 3 Pillars of Catholic Formation: Evangelization, Catechesis, and EducationIn this episode, we discuss the three pillars of Catholic formation: evangelization, catechesis, and education, with our guest, Mary Pat Donoghue, executive director of the Secretariat of Catholic Education for the USCCB.
Mary Pat explains that evangelization and catechesis are external forces that act upon individuals, while education plays a formative role from a young age. Catholic education aims to develop the entire person, encompassing intellect, heart, and body. It goes beyond secular education by delving into the profound questions about life, humanity, and love.
There is a growing emphasis from bishops on reinforcing Catholic identity in schools, as...2023-12-0654 minThe Catholic Education ShowPaul Lazenby on Parents as Primary EducatorsIn this episode, Shawn and Kimberly are joined by Paul Lazenby, president of Mother of Divine Grace School, a Catholic homeschooling organization that serves over 6,300 students worldwide. The conversation begins with Paul discussing the remarkable growth his school experienced during the COVID-19 lockdowns, with a 40% increase in enrollment. Many families, particularly those previously unfamiliar with homeschooling, were disappointed by the curriculum they encountered through virtual learning and consequently opted to continue homeschooling, with over 80% of new families choosing this path.
The conversation further explores the increasing recognition of parents' role as primary educators and the transformative nature of a...2023-11-2950 minThe Catholic Education ShowElisabeth Sullivan on the Relationship Between Classical and Liberal EducationIn this episode, we delve into the relationship between classical education and Catholic liberal education with Elisabeth Sullivan, the executive director of the Institute for Catholic Liberal Education (ICLE). Beth shares her personal journey as a mother, which led her to question the goals and philosophies underlying Catholic education. She noticed that many Catholic school curriculums were lacking in the infusion of faith and rich content, instead focusing on worksheets and testing. This prompted her to delve into different educational models to find a holistic approach.
We learn that while classical education approaches are an improvement over progressive models...2023-11-2946 minThe Catholic Education ShowElias Moo on the Renewal of Parochial SchoolsIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of Catholic education with special guest Elias Moo, the superintendent of Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Denver. With his wealth of experience, Moo sheds light on the importance of renewing the Catholicity of Catholic schools.
One of the key points discussed is how secularization has led Catholic schools to prioritize worldly outcomes such as careers and test scores, rather than focusing on human formation according to church teachings. The COVID lockdowns have further highlighted the flaws in this approach, prompting a need for change.
Another significant aspect that is...2023-11-271h 01The Catholic Education ShowHere We Go!Welcome to the first episode of the Catholic Education Playbook Show! In this episode, hosts Shawn Peterson and Kimberly Begg share their inspiration for teaming up to create their new show.2023-11-2717 min