Chesterton News

Young Minds Learn “Why do we do the good?”
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Young Minds Learn “Why do we do the good?”

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar hosted their second Theology Night for 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders at the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist Parish Hall.

Stella Maris Deacon Jason Vaughan led the interactive discussion on the topic of “Why do we do the good?”

The young minds learned about the definitions of freedom and law and the relationship between the two. Students also had the opportunity to interact with their peers through a decision making process and gave speeches on their results to the others attending.

A snowball networking icebreaker was also held during this eventful evening.

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Young Minds Learn “What is the good?” and “Can we do the good”?
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Young Minds Learn “What is the good?” and “Can we do the good”?

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar recently hosted their second Philosophy Night for 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders at the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist Parish Hall.

Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar Head of School Michele McCoy led the interactive discussion on the topic of “What is the good?” and “Can we do the good?” The young minds learned about the different levels of philosophical thinking and had the opportunity to interactive with their peers through a decision making process.

A bingo networking icebreaker was also held during this eventful evening.

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Third Parents’ Night A Success
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Third Parents’ Night A Success

Our third Parents' Night last night was a success! A brief overview was given by Board Member Dr. Laura Camacho and our Head of School Michele McCoy as well as a tour of the facilities on site. Stay tuned for our last Parent Night on February 21st.

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Which Chesterton House Are You? Quiz
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Which Chesterton House Are You? Quiz

Have you wondered which Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar house that you may become a part of?

Take our short quiz and see which one best fits you.

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Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar Podcast Discusses Why Academic Excellence Without Faith Is a Missed Opportunity for True Growth
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Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar Podcast Discusses Why Academic Excellence Without Faith Is a Missed Opportunity for True Growth

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar has released their ninth bi-weekly podcast today!

Join our host Laura Camacho this week as we discuss knitting together faith and truth at the Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar.

Our guest this week is Father Gregory Wilson, Rector of Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.

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Second Parents’ Night A Success
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Second Parents’ Night A Success

Our second Parents' Night last week was a success! A brief overview was given by our Board Chairman Michael MacKinnon and our Head of School Michele McCoy as well as a tour of the facilities on site. Stay tuned for future Parent Nights on January 10th, January 27th, and February 21st.

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Young Minds Learn “Who Is Truth?”
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Young Minds Learn “Who Is Truth?”

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar recently hosted their first Theology Night for 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders at the Tides Condominiums in Mount Pleasant.

Stella Maris Deacon Jason Vaughn led the interactive discussion on the topic of “Who Is Truth?” The young minds learned about how Jesus is the essence of Truth and how this idea has evolved over time.

A snowball icebreaker and a seahorse demonstration were also in store for this eventful evening.

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Young Minds Learn “What Is Truth?”
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Young Minds Learn “What Is Truth?”

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar recently hosted their first Philosophy Night for 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders at the Tides Condominiums in Mount Pleasant.

Head of School Michele McCoy led the interactive discussion on the topic of “What Is Truth?” The young minds learned about how this definition has evolved over time and how it is viewed within the lens of classical education.

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Bourbon Enthusiasts Raise Funds for Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Bourbon Enthusiasts Raise Funds for Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar recently hosted their inaugural ‘Bourbon & Burn’ fundraiser at the Tides Condominiums in Mount Pleasant.

A full house blind tasted four bourbons, learned bourbon fun facts, smoked cigars, and helped raise funds for the Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar.

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First Parents’ Night A Success
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

First Parents’ Night A Success

Our first Parents' Night this past weekend was a success! A brief overview was given by our Board Chairman Michael MacKinnon and our Head of School Michele McCoy as well as a tour of the facilities on site. Stay tuned for future Parent Nights on November 11th, January 10th, January 27th, and February 21st.

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CASF Launch Celebration!
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

CASF Launch Celebration!

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar hosted a launch event this past Saturday, September 21st, where Head of School, Michele McCoy and Chairman of the Board Michael MacKinnon shared the importance of bringing classical education to Charleston.

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Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar Podcast Shares Chesterton Approach to Classical Education
Podcast Christian LeBlanc Podcast Christian LeBlanc

Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar Podcast Shares Chesterton Approach to Classical Education

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar has released their third bi-weekly podcast today!

Join our host Laura Camacho this week as we discuss the Chesterton approach to Classical Education.

We will also be discussing what teaching history looks like in classical education; why it is foundational for lifelong learning and careers; and the key difference between a classical high school and traditional high school.

This week’s guest is Michele McCoy, Head of School for the Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar.

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