Conversations Worth Having About Education, Faith, and Formation.
The Dean’s List is a podcast from The Habersham School exploring classical Christian education, parenting, faith, and the formation of young people.
Join us for thoughtful conversations with educators, parents, and leaders as we consider what it means to educate children well—and help them grow into wise, virtuous, and faithful people. Listen. Learn. Join the conversation.
Latest Episodes
Episode 2: Why Latin Isn’t Dead (and Why Your Kids Should Learn It)
September 1, 2026 · Interview · 43 min
Why study a language no one speaks anymore?
In this episode of The Dean’s List, host Clay Hining sits down with Sarah Traut, Latin Chair and Middle and Upper School Lead Teacher at The Habersham School, to explore why Latin still matters—and why Habersham continues to make it an important part of a classical education. Sarah’s role is confirmed on Habersham’s faculty page.
They discuss how Latin helps students understand the roots of Western civilization, recognize the structure and history of modern languages, and engage directly with the texts and ideas that have shaped our culture.
The conversation also explores the habits Latin develops in students: careful reading, precision, perseverance, logic, and disciplined thinking—and why those skills matter far beyond the Latin classroom.
Resources
Explore the books, ideas, and organizations discussed in this episode.
- The Habersham School — Classical Education
- The Habersham School — Portrait of a Graduate
- The Habersham School — Meet Our Faculty
- Virgil — referenced in the conversation in connection with Latin’s continuing presence in Western culture
Episode 1: A Timeless Choice: Classical Christian Education
August 7, 2026 · Interview · 53 min
What makes classical Christian education different—and why does this timeless approach matter today?
In the first episode of The Dean’s List, Brent Beaumont of The Habersham School sits down with Howe Whitman, founder of The Wilberforce School, to explore the heart of classical Christian education.
They discuss the purpose of education, the formation of character, the value of time-tested curriculum, the integration of faith and learning, and practical ways parents can partner in their children’s education at home.
They also consider the challenges of technology and AI—and why, in an age of constant change, some things are worth holding onto.
Resources
Explore the books, ideas, and organizations discussed in this episode.
- The Wilberforce School
- Andy Crouch — The Three Callings of a Christian
- Wendell Berry — Why I Am Not Going to Buy a Computer
- Justin Earley — Habits of the Household
- Justin Earley — Hang Ten Movement
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