Repairing the Ruins: The Classical and Christian Challenge to Modern Education

Douglas Wilson (ed.) · 1996 · Essay Collection

Douglas Wilson (ed.) 1996 Essay Collection Adult / Educators · Teacher Reference
A collection of essays from the founders and early leaders of the Association of Classical Christian Schools. Covers philosophy, curriculum design, school governance, and the practical challenges of building classical schools from the ground up.

Voices from the Movement's Founding

This anthology captures the energy and vision of the early ACCS movement. Multiple authors address different aspects of classical Christian education — from why Latin matters to how to structure a school board to what makes a good classical teacher.

The diversity of voices gives readers multiple perspectives on the same core commitments.

Philosophy Meets Practice

The essays range from philosophical foundations to highly practical concerns. Topics include:

Why It's Still Relevant

Though written in the movement's early years, the questions this book addresses — How do we stay faithful to our mission? How do we handle growth? How do we train teachers? — are the same questions classical schools face today.

This is essential reading for school boards and founding teams.

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