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Field Notes

by The Field School

The Field School is a diverse, classical school that aims to feed the hearts and minds of children through rigorous study rooted in a Christ-centered environment. As we bring together children from diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, our classical education curriculum invites students to embrace God’s goodness and timeless truths as they grow together.

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  1. Uncovering and Growing Your Child’s Uniqueness

    The following presentation was given on March 7th, 2026, for a parent seminar at Saturday School. The speaker is Paul Canada, our Dean of Students, Athletic Director, and a founding staff member of The Field School. With over 30 years in youth development and leadership, his experience includes...

  2. Our Christotelic Curriculum: A child’s journey toward the imitation of Christ through centuries of that which is good, true, and beautiful.

    The following presentation was given on March 7th, 2026, for a parent seminar at Saturday School. The speaker is Meg Flinn, who is a founding staff member and current Middle School Programming Lead. She has studied at Ambleside Summer Institute– an intensive immersion training in Charlotte…

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  3. C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia: What was His Purpose for Writing These Books?

    The following presentation was given on March 7th, 2026, for a parent seminar at Saturday School. The speaker is Dr. Jerry Root, who is Professor Emeritus at Wheaton College, where he teaches in the Christian Formation and Ministry Department and in the Evangelism and Leadership Masters Program.…

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  4. Mama Culture: Why Your Personal Growth Matters

    The following presentation was given on March 7th, 2026, for a parent seminar at Saturday School. The speaker is Amber O’Neal Johnston, who is an authority on including diverse voices in classical curriculum. She is the author of the HeritageMom blog, and the book A Place to Belong: Celebrating...

  5. Digital Dangers: How a Device-Based Childhood Undermines Kids' Mental Health and Resilience | Annie Houghton

    The following presentation was given on March 1st, 2025, for a parent seminar at Saturday School. The speaker is Annie Houghton, Dean of Community Life here at The Field School. Annie was part of the founding team of The Field School and served as Principal for five years before transitioning to...

  6. Black Liberation through the Marketplace | Dr. Rachel Ferguson

    The following presentation was given on March 1st, 2025, for a parent seminar at Saturday School. The speaker is Dr. Rachel Ferguson, who serves as professor and Assistant Dean of the College of Business at Concordia University Chicago and Director of the Free Enterprise Center. Dr. Ferguson is...

  7. For Freedom Christ Has Set Us Free | Dr. Brad Littlejohn

    The following presentation was given on March 1st, 2025, for a parent seminar at Saturday School. The speaker is Dr. Brad Littlejohn, who is a Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Dr. Littlejohn is also a weekly contributor at WORLD Magazine, founder and former president of The Davenant...

  8. Frederick Douglass: Prophet, Patriot, and the Painful Path to the Beloved Community | Dr. Theon Hill

    The following presentation was given on March 1st, 2025, for a parent seminar at Saturday School. The speaker is Dr. Theon Hill, who serves as Associate Professor of Communication at Wheaton College, specializing in African American Rhetoric. Dr. Hill is also Scholar-in-Residence at The…

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  9. Classical

    What does it mean to be a classical school? Jeremy Mann and Paul Canada talk about the ultimate goal of education and preparing children for a life of curiosity, delight in learning, service to others, and worship of God. Also in this episode: How do we support students who don't naturally...

  10. Diverse

    What does it mean to be a diverse school? Jeremy Mann and Paul Canada talk about diversity in the Kingdom of God, building relationships with those different from ourselves, and cultivating a community of grace, humility, and love. Also in this episode: Diverse representation in Field School...

  11. Christ-Centered

    What does it mean to be a Christ-Centered school? Jeremy Mann and Paul Canada discuss The Field School's approach to discipleship and how our faith in Christ shapes our curriculum and community life. Also in this episode: Do families have to be Christian to attend? How do we cultivate genuine…

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  12. Welcome to Field Notes

    Dean of Students Paul Canada sits down with Head of School Jeremy Mann to discuss the three mission pillars of The Field School and provide inspiration, unity, and clarity around who we are as a school community.

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The Field School is a diverse, classical school that aims to feed the hearts and minds of children through rigorous study rooted in a Christ-centered environment. As we bring together children from diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, our classical education curriculum invites students to embrace God’s goodness and timeless truths as they grow together.

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