Q: What is school for? A: “Getting wisdom”– Christian classicists A: “Acquiring skills and data which can be leveraged to acquire success, wealth, happiness, and power” – Most modern conservatives
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Sneak Peak
Dear Friends of St. Francis, I’m pleased to inform you that Mr. Sean Johnson and his family will be returning to the Pensacola area to join us at St. Francis Classical next school year.While we are saddened by the temporary departure of Mr. Collin McGee and his family for graduate school, we are pleased toContinue reading “Sneak Peak”
Informational Open House
We’re hosting another informational open house on Friday, July 2nd at 7pm at our home. We’ll provide hors d’oeuvres and wine and answer your questions about St. Francis Classical Academy!Childcare will be provided. Feel free to contact us for directions or more information. – Bobby McGee 850-712-0709 stfrancisclassical@gmail.com
What is classical education?
St. Francis Classical Academy is an ecumenical Christian school, meaning that we enroll families from many denominations to participate in the work of classically educating their children. Our school is safe, our students laugh and are happy, we memorize the scriptures, and we sing and pray together. But, because we are a classical school, weContinue reading “What is classical education?”
Why Start a School?
The good school does not just offer what the student or the parent or the state desires, but it says something about what these three ought to desire. A school is fundamentally a normative, not a utilitarian, institution, governed by the wise, not by the many. It judges man as an end, not as aContinue reading “Why Start a School?”
Field Day Fridays
One of the beautiful things about the university model at St. Francis Classical Academy is the time and flexibility afforded to families and children to learn, explore, and create. Because classes are held Monday through Thursday, families have the opportunity on Fridays to continue book-studies at home or to wander off in pursuit of otherContinue reading “Field Day Fridays”
Informational Open House
You’re invited to join us at our home for fellowship over wine, brownies, and coffee! As we enjoy dessert, we’ll take a few minutes to discuss St. Francis Classical Academy and answer any questions you might have. Saturday, May 29 7pm Use the contact form to request our address. We look forward to seeing you there!