Curriculum

Gileskirk is a rigorous four-year preparatory study of the history, literature and worldviews of western civilization, based on the lectures of Dr. George Grant, using the time honored classical approach of Moral Philosophy.

American Studies begins with ancient American cultures and European exploration continuing through the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, culminating in Theodore Roosevelt’s presidency.

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Process

Students will:

- learn to take notes on fast-paced lectures
- read 4 - 6 works of literature from or about the period
- memorize two pieces for recitation
- write 2 - 4 short papers
- prepare a creative project to present to the class

Along the way, we listen to all kinds of music, look at maps, significant works of art and architecture.

Parents proctor weekly essay-focused tests which are graded by the instructor.

Suggested Age

14 - 18

Prerequisites

Good writing fluency
Ready for challenging reading
Submission of a writing sample