Ting Tang Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 (edited) Though we are not practicing Catholics, I wondered if we could still use classes from this online academy. It looks affordable and intriguing. My concern is that posts from 15+ years ago claim the headmaster admitted to a belief system such as not sparing the rod— WTM posts state he admitted to using a leather belt on his children daily. So I have ethical concerns, but I need something affordable and good. The classes are $125/each and use public domain materials from what I can tell. Edited March 25 by Ting Tang Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ting Tang Posted March 25 Author Share Posted March 25 Well… I didn’t pass their questionnaire, so it’s probably not a good fit. I want something good, affordable, and that could free me up, but this must not be it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 I have never heard of it before, but I’d run away from any program that claims to be the only source of excellent classical education (within any faith tradition), and says that books are unnecessary! Ime, online courses can be great, but many kids are actually not fully independent with them. Parent involvement at some level, possibly a significant one, is still needed and important. Their verbiage about independent learners would give me pause also. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarita Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 Per their "admissions requirements", they really believe you wouldn't be happy with their curriculum if you are not a practicing catholic. They also think you wouldn't be happy with their curriculum if you have any extracurricular activities. If you are curious on why you "failed" their questionaire. https://classicalliberalarts.com/admission-requirements/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8filltheheart Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 (edited) I am a devout Catholic and I would run the other way. I previewed his materials back when he first started and I thought the assignments were wildly age inappropriate. If you want a solid option, I'd look at enrolling with Kolbe. Of all of the Catholic providers, I think Kolbe offers the best academic options. My 2nd choice would be Mother of Divine Grace. Edited March 25 by 8filltheheart 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ting Tang Posted March 25 Author Share Posted March 25 Thank you! I think they use books in the public domain, but we’re definitely an extracurricular family, lol. I was at a taekwondo tournament and master dance class this weekend… lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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