Speaking & Consulting

Dr. Christopher Perrin

Chris serves full-time as the publisher of Classical Academic Press, and also speaks advocating for the recovery of classical education.

Speaking Engagements

Chris speaks in a variety of settings ranging from schools, banquets, home-schooling cooperatives and various conventions. He is passionate about imparting the virtues of classical education to those just starting or contemplating the classical approach. His background in academia, school leadership and publishing make him an informed and inspiring speaker.
Chris frequently speaks on such topics as:

• What is Classical Education? (click here to listen to a sample)
• The Origin and Purpose of Classical Education
• Classical Minds on Classical Education
• The History of Classical Curricula
• Rhetoric for The 21st Century
• How to Teach the Logical Fallacies (click here to listen to a sample)
• How to Teach Latin to Children (click here to listen to a sample)
• How to Teach Greek to Children
• Recovering Intellectual Virtue
• G. K. Chesterton: The Man Who Laughed

Download Dr. Perrin’s Biography and Seminar Descriptions (PDF)

Consulting

Chris also consults with those starting or seeking to grow classical schools. He served for ten years as the headmaster of a classical school from its founding to the graduation of its first two classes of seniors. Chris is especially adept at guiding new schools through the establishment of a K-12 program and consults with administrators, boards and teachers on all aspects of developing a classical school. Chris will also provide staff training on a variety of topics such as:

• Establishing a Positive Lower School and Upper School Culture
• Integrating Logic Throughout The Upper School Curriculum
• Integrating Rhetoric Throughout the Upper School Curriculum
• Informal Logic for Every Teacher
• Problem Solving with Frustrated Parents
• Enhancing Communication Among Teachers, Parents and Students
• Building Partnerships Among Teachers and Parents
• Building and Keeping Staff Camaraderie and Unity
• How to Mentor and Train New Teachers
• Imparting Intellectual Virtue to Classical Students

Download Dr. Perrin’s Biography and Seminar Descriptions (PDF)

For more information about Chris’s speaking and consulting services (including the fee structure), please inquire via email.