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EDUCATION: the “instruction and discipline which is intended to enlighten the understanding, correct the temper, and form the manners and habits.”
- Noah Webster
Why study the humanities?
To develop the skills you will need and use every dayfor the rest of your life as you make your way through a post-modern and AI-dominated world.
AND ALSO:
To discover what is good, true, and beautiful.
Come face-to-face with the great minds, works, and ideas of the West.
Learn to discern the thoughts and actions of a life well-lived.
In the humanities, we:
learn to read the classics,
study cause and effect
understand core ideas about truth and human nature,
express ourselves in writing,
engage in discussion with multiple points of view,
and, most importantly, practice the skill of thinking.
With these skills, you will be able to advocate for yourselves and others, approach problems and issues in principle-centered ways, and follow an argument to truly understand what is being said and what is not being said. You will be able to have genuine conversations with people who think differently from you, ask essential questions, read a contract or ballot measure, and support the things you believe in.
As you engage in the Great Book, Great Ideas, and Great Discussion, you will be better prepared to lead out in your families and communities.
If this sounds interesting and you're willing to put in the work (plan to spend about an hour a day outside of class), this class is for you!
My Humanities class cycles through a four-year history rotation: Ancient Greece and the Birth of Philosophy, Rome Through the Middle Ages, Renaissance to Revolutions (American and French), and finally Moderns and Postmoderns. You do not have to start at the beginning with Ancient Greece - just jump in where we are and enjoy the ride!
For the 2026-27 school year, we will be covering Moderns and Postmoderns.
2026-27 School Year
Moderns and Postmoderns Class Description
What is truth?
What is man?
How can I live in a world full of suffering and hatred?
What is the role of government today?
Why do people see things so differently?
What ideas have influenced the things that are happening today?
Is there any hope for the future?
This year, dive into the ideas of the Modern and Postmodern Age - that’s today! Read and discuss Frankenstein, Democracy in America, the Communist Manifesto, Animal Farm, To Kill a Mockingbird, Lord of the Flies, and more. Plus a whole lot of CS Lewis to balance things out.
These are important readings that have greatly influenced our world and are best attempted with a mentor by your side. They can be difficult, but the struggle will be worth it. They will change the way you see things forever.
It’s going to be good!
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Pricing:
Discussion Track: $250 / semester
Perfect for students who want to read the books, participate in our weekly discussions, and enjoy learning alongside other thoughtful students without the additional assignments or tests.
Scholar Track: $500 / semester *RECOMMENDED
This is the complete academic course and is most similar to the class I've offered in previous years. It includes weekly assignments and a written and oral final each semester, providing students with accountability, practice for college, and the opportunity to dig deeper into the material and truly own what they learn.
Mentorship Track: $700 / semester
For students seeking a more personalized experience, this option includes everything in the Scholar Track plus individualized mentoring, additional feedback on written work, one-on-one access to me throughout the year, and an extended oral final designed to challenge students at a deeper level.
I will accept 5 students at this level.
*Sibling Discount: A $100 sibling discount is available for each additional student enrolled from the same family in the Scholar or Mentorship Tracks.
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2026-27 Youth Class: Modern and Postmodern
For Ages 14-18.
Two Class Times to choose from:
Wednesdays 9:00-10:30 am Mountain Time
Wednesdays 11:00-12:30 pm Mountain Time
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2026-27 Adult Class: Modern and Postmodern
Read and discuss the same things as the youth class! Perfect for busy adults who want to continue their education and want some extra accountability to make it happen!
Wednesdays, 1:00-2:30 pm Mountain Time
Cost: $500 ($250 / semester)
Previous Years
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2025-26: Renaissance to Revolutions
Explore the history, literature, art, and philosophy of the Renaissance, Reformation, Enlightenment, and the American and French Revolutions. Discover the ideas and events that transformed the modern world. Through great books, primary sources, and thoughtful discussion, students will examine enduring questions about freedom, faith, government, and human nature.
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2024-25: Ancient Rome and the Middle Ages
Follow the story of Western civilization from the rise and fall of the Roman Empire and the beginnings of the Middle Ages. Students will explore the people, events, literature, and beliefs that shaped this remarkable period of history while discovering how its legacy continues to influence our world today.
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2023-24: Ancient Greece and the Birth of Philosophy
Discover the civilization that shaped the Western world. Students will explore the history, literature, art, and ideas of Ancient Greece while reading great works and discussing timeless questions about truth, virtue, justice, and the good life. Through engaging readings and thoughtful discussion, students will strengthen their critical thinking and communication skills.