GHC Ohio Classical Online Convention, 4/16-4/18
Please See Presentations and Virtual Booth Times Below
The Great Home School Conventions (GHC) is going online, and so are we at The Classical Historian. GHC Ohio Online Convention is scheduled for April 16th-18th. To register for this FREE Convention that features video recordings of the nation's top home school publishers, go HERE. The Classical Historian is also offering LIVE WORKSHOPS and VIRTUAL BOOTH HOURS at the following times noted below. Sign up for a workshop and speak to John De Gree at his booth. Earn 15% OFF Everything with Discount Code: OHIO April 16th - 18th.
Virtual Booth Hours (Sign Up Below)
A. Thursday 16th 5 pm - 6 pm
B. Friday 17th 5 pm - 6 pm
C. Saturday 18th 5 pm - 6 pm
A. Thursday 16th 5 pm - 6 pm
B. Friday 17th 5 pm - 6 pm
C. Saturday 18th 5 pm - 6 pm
Workshops and Seminars
All Attendee Videos will be shut off. Attendees will only be able to see Mr. De Gree and his presentation.
1. Meet The Classical Historian Online Academy Teachers
The Classical Historian Online Academy is in its fifth year and we are honored and excited to present and facilitate Socratic discussions in history as well as teach writing to students in grades 3-12. Our classes are personal, small, and led by dedicated and experienced teachers who commit to bringing out the best in every child. Our teachers use the Classical Historian curriculum and are all members of the Classical Historian Family. This seminar offers the parent a chance to hear the teachers speak and have all questions answered. In our meeting, all teachers and John De Gree will be present.
Thursday, April 16th, 1:00 pm EDT/ 12:00 pm CDT/ 11:00 am MST/ 10:00 am PDT and MST
2. How to Teach History in a Co-op Setting or in a Big Family – Use Games AND the Socratic Discussion
In this informative and practical talk, John De Gree will explain how to teach history in a Co-op or Big-Family setting. You will learn how to use games for all ages, how to use presentations with children of different levels, and how to encourage your Co-op or whole family to search for the truth while using the Socratic discussion. John De Gree of The Classical Historian is a home school Dad of seven children, and for 26 years he has been teaching history to a wide variety of students.
Thursday, April 16th, 3:00 pm EDT/ 2:00 pm CDT/ 1:00 pm MST/ 12:00 pm PDT and MST
3. Teaching Government and History Through the U.S. Elections
It’s that time again….An Election Year! John De Gree of The Classical Historian will show you strategies and techniques how to teach American Government and history and also teach your children/students about the Republicans and Democrats, about conservatives and liberals, and about our news services. Come to this talk and pick up concrete lessons you can use with your littlest ones through high school age.
Friday, April 17th, 1:00 pm EDT/ 12:00 pm CDT/ 11:00 am MST/ 10:00 am PDT and MST
4. A History of Education: How Did We Get Here?
From Aristotle to Progressivism and back to Classical, John De Gree presents an overview of the history of education in the Western World. This talks helps the educator understand the various educational philosophies, their proponents, and makes clear why so many Americans choose to home school. This whirlwind tour of the educational scene takes listeners from the ancient Greeks with Aristotle, to the early Medieval Ages, then to Aquinas, Medieval Classical Education, the Pilgrims, Absolutism, Progressivism, Darwinism, Dewey, Mason, and back to the home school in America of our times.
Friday, April 17th, 3:00 pm EDT/ 2:00 pm CDT/ 1:00 pm MST/ 12:00 pm PDT and MST
5. Donald Trump and George Washington: Our First and our 45th President - Great for Kids, Too!
John De Gree of The Classical Historian teaches what every American needs to know about our first and our 45th President, George Washington and Donald Trump. In this serious and at times humorous talk, John De Gree tells of the heroic life of Washington, the challenges he faced during the American Revolution and the founding and establishing of the world’s first modern republic. De Gree also teaches what every American needs to know about the presidency of Donald Trump. Is he a mediocre, good, or a great President? De Gree also gives a review of current news publications and lets you know which ones are the most trustworthy.
Saturday, April 18th, 1:00 pm EDT/ 12:00 pm CDT/ 11:00 am MST/ 10:00 am PDT and MST
6. Barbarians Conquer the Roman Empire - Great for Kids, Too!
John De Gree of The Classical Historian will teach what every person needs to know about how the Barbarians conquered the Roman Empire, and he will share strategies, ideas, and curriculum that help you teach these key moments in history so your kids will LOVE history. Who were the Franks, the Vandals, the Ostrogoths, the Visigoths, the Vandals, and the Huns? How did their way of life differ with the Romans? How was it possible for these uneducated nations to conquer the once-mightiest country on earth? This talk will help you understand this key moment in history and it will help you teach it to your children.
Saturday, April 18th, 3:00 pm EDT/ 2:00 pm CDT/ 1:00 pm MST/ 12:00 pm PDT and MST
The Classical Historian Online Academy is in its fifth year and we are honored and excited to present and facilitate Socratic discussions in history as well as teach writing to students in grades 3-12. Our classes are personal, small, and led by dedicated and experienced teachers who commit to bringing out the best in every child. Our teachers use the Classical Historian curriculum and are all members of the Classical Historian Family. This seminar offers the parent a chance to hear the teachers speak and have all questions answered. In our meeting, all teachers and John De Gree will be present.
Thursday, April 16th, 1:00 pm EDT/ 12:00 pm CDT/ 11:00 am MST/ 10:00 am PDT and MST
2. How to Teach History in a Co-op Setting or in a Big Family – Use Games AND the Socratic Discussion
In this informative and practical talk, John De Gree will explain how to teach history in a Co-op or Big-Family setting. You will learn how to use games for all ages, how to use presentations with children of different levels, and how to encourage your Co-op or whole family to search for the truth while using the Socratic discussion. John De Gree of The Classical Historian is a home school Dad of seven children, and for 26 years he has been teaching history to a wide variety of students.
Thursday, April 16th, 3:00 pm EDT/ 2:00 pm CDT/ 1:00 pm MST/ 12:00 pm PDT and MST
3. Teaching Government and History Through the U.S. Elections
It’s that time again….An Election Year! John De Gree of The Classical Historian will show you strategies and techniques how to teach American Government and history and also teach your children/students about the Republicans and Democrats, about conservatives and liberals, and about our news services. Come to this talk and pick up concrete lessons you can use with your littlest ones through high school age.
Friday, April 17th, 1:00 pm EDT/ 12:00 pm CDT/ 11:00 am MST/ 10:00 am PDT and MST
4. A History of Education: How Did We Get Here?
From Aristotle to Progressivism and back to Classical, John De Gree presents an overview of the history of education in the Western World. This talks helps the educator understand the various educational philosophies, their proponents, and makes clear why so many Americans choose to home school. This whirlwind tour of the educational scene takes listeners from the ancient Greeks with Aristotle, to the early Medieval Ages, then to Aquinas, Medieval Classical Education, the Pilgrims, Absolutism, Progressivism, Darwinism, Dewey, Mason, and back to the home school in America of our times.
Friday, April 17th, 3:00 pm EDT/ 2:00 pm CDT/ 1:00 pm MST/ 12:00 pm PDT and MST
5. Donald Trump and George Washington: Our First and our 45th President - Great for Kids, Too!
John De Gree of The Classical Historian teaches what every American needs to know about our first and our 45th President, George Washington and Donald Trump. In this serious and at times humorous talk, John De Gree tells of the heroic life of Washington, the challenges he faced during the American Revolution and the founding and establishing of the world’s first modern republic. De Gree also teaches what every American needs to know about the presidency of Donald Trump. Is he a mediocre, good, or a great President? De Gree also gives a review of current news publications and lets you know which ones are the most trustworthy.
Saturday, April 18th, 1:00 pm EDT/ 12:00 pm CDT/ 11:00 am MST/ 10:00 am PDT and MST
6. Barbarians Conquer the Roman Empire - Great for Kids, Too!
John De Gree of The Classical Historian will teach what every person needs to know about how the Barbarians conquered the Roman Empire, and he will share strategies, ideas, and curriculum that help you teach these key moments in history so your kids will LOVE history. Who were the Franks, the Vandals, the Ostrogoths, the Visigoths, the Vandals, and the Huns? How did their way of life differ with the Romans? How was it possible for these uneducated nations to conquer the once-mightiest country on earth? This talk will help you understand this key moment in history and it will help you teach it to your children.
Saturday, April 18th, 3:00 pm EDT/ 2:00 pm CDT/ 1:00 pm MST/ 12:00 pm PDT and MST
