“School of Classical Education Act”

from the Civics Alliance (National Association of Scholars) with related article by David Randall in Minding the Campus (May 22)

The scholars and researchers of the National Association of Scholars have recently composed some model state legislation, in hopes of encouraging the continued expansion of classical education in more states.

To supply more teachers who are properly equipped for classical classrooms, the NAS model legislation proposes public support through the state university system for an “independent School of Classical Education.” With sufficient autonomy with courses and faculty, such SCEs could provide the next wave of classroom teachers for classical schools nationwide.

Citing the success of Arizona State and Flagler College in Florida, the authors of the model legislation outline a reasonable approach to expanding the teacher pipeline for classical schools.

[Read the model legislation here–and David Randall’s article here.]

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Robert L. Jackson

For 25 years, Dr. Jackson has promoted liberal education through teaching, scholarship, and administrative activities. He began as a professor of English and education, then worked as chief academic officer at Great Hearts, where he founded the GH Institute. He has received teaching awards from Florida State University and The King’s College, and was the 2021 recipient of the Salvatori Prize for American Citizenship. Currently, Dr. Jackson serves as senior fellow for both Flagler College and the Chesterton Schools Network. He is also associate editor for Principia journal. Rob enjoys convivial conversations, his latest literary discovery, and cruising around town on the cycle.