Symposium Archive: 2024
We met at the 2024 Great Hearts National Symposium to renew the
Great Conversation. American society today desperately needs a revival
of the ability to engage in a real “logos” – a serious conversation –
about the good life. Great conversations are founded on the wonder and curiosity inspired
by the important texts and ideas in literature, history, science, math, and philosophy that
have always animated and informed the quest for knowledge. It is these texts and ideas,
and the abiding questions they give rise to, that students encounter through a classical
liberal arts education. The renewal of the great conversation engages teachers and
students, friends, and even foes, in the pursuit of amity and greater wisdom!
2024 Program
The 2024 National Symposium for Classical Education served as a dynamic forum to renew the Great Conversation. Through keynote addresses, scholarly talks, panel discussions, and hands-on workshops, the Symposium empowered educators and leaders to engage deeply with the ideas and ideals of the classical tradition. Together, we explored how classical education can continue to inspire students, foster virtue, and provide a framework for leading a meaningful life in today’s complex world.
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2024 Keynote Speakers
These distinguished leaders delivered powerful addresses on the vital role of classical education in the modern world. Through their reflections on Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, and the cultivation of wisdom, they reignited our collective commitment to the Great Conversation—inviting us to reflect deeply on how classical education can meet the moral and intellectual challenges of our time.
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2024 Leadership Sessions
The Leadership Track at the 2024 Great Hearts National Symposium focused on empowering K-12 school leaders with the philosophical foundations and practical strategies needed to guide classical schools toward excellence. Designed for heads of school, administrators, and those aspiring to leadership roles, the sessions delved into the unique challenges and opportunities of leading a classical education institution.
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2024 Scholarly Talks
Scholarly talks at the 2024 Symposium offered attendees a chance to dive into the rich intellectual tradition of classical education. Academics, researchers, and thought leaders presented in-depth studies on classical texts, educational philosophies, and the implications of liberal arts education in today’s schools. Each presentation illuminated the enduring relevance of classical ideas, encouraging educators to continue the rigorous pursuit of knowledge and truth in their own classrooms.
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2024 Panel Discussions
At the 2024 Symposium, our panel discussions brought together a diverse group of experts from classical K-12 education, policy, and philosophy. These conversations explored a range of pressing topics—from the role of virtue in leadership to the future of classical education in a rapidly changing society. Each panel engaged attendees with thought-provoking insights and fostered lively, respectful debates, demonstrating how the classical tradition of dialectic can inspire collaboration and wisdom.
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2024 Workshops
The workshops were designed to equip K-12 school leaders and educators with practical tools and strategies to enhance their teaching, leadership, and community-building efforts. Hands-on sessions allowed participants to explore new ways to integrate classical texts, foster meaningful dialogue, and cultivate virtue in students. These workshops provided immediate takeaways that educators could bring back to their schools, renewing their commitment to the holistic formation of young minds.
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