Through timeless truths and a Christ-centered vision of the world, Classical Christian Education shapes the hearts and minds of students to pursue wisdom, cherish virtue, and see all knowledge as part of God’s grand design.


This conference on Classical Christian Education featured talks by professors at Hillsdale College and leaders in our affiliated classical schools. Participants left inspired and ready to re-enter the classroom with renewed joy and purpose.

This program is entirely free of charge and includes lunch. Participants receive a certificate that may count towards professional development hours for certification.

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Conference Information

The Art of Teaching: Classical Christian Education

October 17, 2025

Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
1601 Lake Robbins Drive
The Woodlands, TX  77380 

Schedule

Speakers

  • Dr. David Whalen, Associate Vice President for Curriculum and Professor of English, Hillsdale College

  • Dr. Matthew Mehan, Associate Professor of Government & Associate Dean of Van Andel School of Government, Hillsdale College

  • Julie Apel, Assistant Headmaster, Hillsdale Academy

  • Rev. Alan Crippen, Executive Director and Chaplain of The Blake Center for Faith and Freedom, Hillsdale College

  • Dr. Jonathan Gregg, Assistant Professor of Education, Hillsdale College

Event Recordings

Wisdom and Virtue in Christian Classical Education
Dr. David Whalen, Associate Vice President for Curriculum and Professor of English, Hillsdale College

Building a Classical Christian Culture – Upper School
Dr. Matthew Mehan, Associate Professor of Government and Associate Dean of Van Andel School of Government, Hillsdale College

The Bible as the Greatest of the Great Books
Rev. Alan Crippen, Executive Director and Chaplain of The Blake Center for Faith and Freedom, Hillsdale College

’Jesus heard and marveled’: Principles of a Classical Christian Pedagogy
Dr. Jonathan Gregg, Assistant Professor of Education, Hillsdale College