"Literature gives us not the world as it was, but ourselves in imaginative form, yet as we really are. You can say, time and again, that greed is wrong and that it destroys the man who embraces it, but you do not really know it in a human way until it has assumed a human form,

"The classical educator does not look out upon the fields and see a vast wash of undifferentiated facts, equal in their insignificance. He sees that some rise above the plains in glory or, perhaps, they sink beneath it in hollows of shame; he sees that some are the nuclei of

What's the best way to start class? For starters, teachers should plan for a bellringer. Bell-ringers (also known as bell work, smart starts, or do-now activities) are short, structured warm-up exercises posted on the board for students to begin immediately upon entering the

"A classical education takes for its subject the human being in all the powers of his mind, heart, and soul, to nourish them and to allow them to unfold toward their fulfillment in virtues both intellectual and moral." Excerpt from Anthony Esolen's "Classical Catechism"

Thank you to @DrPaulKengor and the @amspectator for reviewing Robert Luddy's new book, "Seeking Wisdom." Full review available here:

Thank you to Public Discourse for interviewing Thales founder Robert Luddy. https://t.co/1Xm4blGHGL

"I love teaching and working at Thales Academy because our job is to encourage students to stay on the path of wisdom and virtue, for this path leads not only to virtue but also to happiness—real, lasting happiness. Each day, we can help students develop the character they need

"To help teachers improve in their practice, heads of school should identify a standard of excellence, name it with clear, concrete language, and do what it takes to bring that practice into reality across the network." Read Christina Salinas' review of "Leverage Leadership 2.0"

Looking to learn some practical, hands-on, around-the-house skills? Check out "Fundamentals of Electronics." https://t.co/8beMQAo5En Free PDFs and ebooks available upon request.

"Students must be encouraged to invest in themselves by learning and forming their character. If we teach them to embody the characteristics below, they will lead more fulfilling and serene lives. To teach this, we must create an environment marked by encouragement, support, and

Fall is here--the perfect time for gardening. Learn new skills and find new projects to beautify your outdoor space with "Organic Gardening." https://t.co/sIBNMo0LCc Free PDFs and epubs available upon request.

"When classroom observations are done well, the entire school benefits. Students are given the best chance at academic success when their teachers continue to learn alongside them. Teachers, both new and experienced, grow and develop their craft in light of consistent and

In one week, Thales Academy and Thales Press are hosting our Fall Classical Summit, a conference for classical teachers and teaching-parents in the Raleigh area. We want to thank the people who have made this event possible, from everyone working behind the scenes to the

"A classical education fosters the memory in its fully human expression. Animals can remember, but only man recollects....a man recalls a geometric theorem and a poetic meter, and for him they are not mere items in a catalogue, but, as it were, fellow citizens in the city of

Students must be encouraged to invest in themselves by learning and forming their character. If we teach them to embody the characteristics below, they will lead more fulfilling and serene lives. To teach this, we must create an environment marked by encouragement, support, and

A conversation with Andrew Abela, Robert Luddy, and Winston Brady on virtue ethics, super habits, and the cultivation of noble character. Listen in wherever you find your podcasts or click on the link: https://t.co/PjueyA0Vp1

"When we equip our youth with the right leadership skills and we work together collectively, the great spear of this nation is unstoppable." Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey inspires Thales College students as he shares highlights from his book "Be the Weight Behind the Spear."

Applications for 2026–2027 open next Tuesday, September 2 at 10AM EDT for all campuses: https://t.co/PvY4EZbL48

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Coaching can be one of the best ways for teachers to improve in their craft, if those observations are done well. Check out "How to Build a Peer Coaching Network" by Zach Palmer at