“Crafting” A Reading Response to Murder on the Orient Express
We sometimes have parents ask us, “How do I get my kid to read more?” One way is to have your students read with others — with parents, siblings, or … Read More
WTMA’s New Normal
While we didn’t plan to have a pandemic rule over the final quarter of the school year, it is what we are dealing with, and we think our instructors and … Read More
Tips for Doing Your Best on the Essay Part of an AP Exam
Julia Collier here, Dean at the Well-Trained Mind Academy. When I was a college writing professor (before my time at WTMA), I graded the Advanced Placement English Literature Exam. Here … Read More
The “Discovery of the Century” Chemistry Student Project
Hi! I’m Dr. Anna Eaton, and I’m a science instructor at the Well-Trained Mind Academy. When people think about their high school chemistry course, many remember a subject that was … Read More
Is there a “critical” time to start world language learning with my student?
I’m Clare Kappenman, and I teach Japanese at The Well-Trained Mind Academy. Before beginning to teach here, I taught privately for several years. Until then, I had been working as … Read More
A Primer in Online Teaching
With the spread of COVID-19 in the United States and the response of schools and universities to temporarily suspend live, face-to-face classes, we wanted to help our fellow teachers during … Read More
What to Binge-Watch on Netflix Over Spring Break
Spring break is around the corner. While we love the idea of spending the day lounging in a hammock outside and reading a good book, we also know that snowy … Read More
Why Having Multiple Instructors Is A Benefit To Your Student
Registration is open for next year’s classes, and we know many of you are worrying about instructor choice. What do you do if your child’s favorite instructor isn’t teaching the … Read More
Students Explore American History Through a Museum Project
Hi! I’m Meredith Baker. My enthusiasm for American history led me to teach in museums, then private schools, then WTMA. It has led me down many other winding paths, and … Read More
Adulting 101: Personal Finance for High School Students
Pop Quiz! Which of the following does your teenager know how to manage? A monthly payment-in-full on a credit card. Saving for a major purchase, like their first car. Understanding … Read More