The 2026 National Symposium for Classical Education will launch with a new half-day pre-conference dedicated to a vital question, “How can classical classrooms truly welcome every student, regardless of background or ability?” Recently, Great Hearts Institute’s Carol McNamara sat down with Amy Richards and Tom Doebler to discuss this very topic. Richards, an Affiliate Professor at Eastern University and […] Read More »

The countdown has begun for the 2026 Great Hearts National Symposium for Classical Education and it is already shaping up to be another big tent event for the emerging classical education movement with the announcement that Dr. Christopher Perrin, MDiv, PhD, will be joining as a keynote speaker. Hosted by the Great Hearts Institute, this […] Read More »

We’re gearing up for another landmark gathering at the 2026 National Symposium for Classical Education, and it’s already shaping up to be a meaningful event. As the Great Hearts Institute prepares to welcome educators, scholars, and leaders from across the country, we’re excited to offer a sneak peek at one of the keynote speakers, Doug […] Read More »

Registration for the 2026 Great Hearts Symposium for Classical Education is now open! Plan to join us February 25-27, 2026, at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel in Arizona to explore “Classical Education and the American Experiment.” Take advantage of limited time discounts during EARLY BIRD Registration and secure your spot for the annual big tent […] Read More »

The third and final day of the 2025 Great Hearts National Symposium for Classical Education at the Mission Palms Hotel was a fitting conclusion to this one-of-a-kind gathering that brought together educators, scholars, and advocates of classical learning. With the theme of “Cultivating Wonder” in mind, attendees departed with renewed inspiration, invigorated by discussions on the […] Read More »