The Classics Forum

Description: In the Classics Forum, students will engage with the foundational texts of Western philosophy. From Plato and Aristotle to Cicero and Boethius, students will explore the themes and teachings of the most notable figures of ancient Athens and Rome. Under the guidance of a master teacher, students will grapple with the ideas presented and reflect on the classical understanding of virtue and the human condition. 

The Classics Forum will meet twice a month for one semester. Each semester students will consider one of two seminal works of Western Christian thought written by the father of Classical education, Severinus Boethius. His work, though largely dedicated to the development of the science of classical logic, also branched out into Philosophy and Theology, where he masterfully applied his clear logical thinking and laid the groundwork for the way we think about ourselves and God even today.

Because there are no graded assessments, students will not receive a grade or credit for participation in the Forum. The students may be asked to read a short text for discussion by the group, or a student may be asked to share a writing sample with the group. These assignments are meant for group discussion and conversation, but students will not receive a grade for them. Click here for more information about the Memoria Academy Student Forums.

Grade Level: 9-12 (ages 14-18)

Prerequisites: None

Required Materials: Students will be engaging actively with other students and so they will need a USB headset microphone and a camera (a built-in camera may also work).