The Dean’s List
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On October 4, 1790, Samuel Adams sat down to write a letter to his cousin, John Adams, who was vice president of the United States. Samuel Adams stated: “Let patriots unite their endeavors to renovate the age, by . . . educating their sons and daughters in the fear of the Lord . . . love of their country and . . . the art of self-government.”
The word renovate means “To renew; to restore to the first state, or a good state, after decay, destruction or depravation.” It may seem surprising to us that Adams expressed the need to renovate the age, being as it was, such an early time in our nation’s existence. Is it possible he felt the teachings of the Fear of the Lord, Love of Country, and the Art of Self-Government were entering a state of decay?
Ronald Reagan stated, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.” Could it be that EVERY generation needs to Renovate the Age? The Dean’s List is a show resolved to Renovate the Age by shining the light of truth on the decaying American education system while also shining the light of hope for parents and grandparents who will endeavor to reclaim ownership of their children’s and grandchildren’s education.
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Inscribed on the Tomb is the phrase: “Here rests in honored glory an American soldier known but to God.” As we remember today those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we must also dedicate ourselves to the unfinished work…for the honor of those who have gone before us and for the hope of those who will come after us…
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Jessica Tapia wins a $360,000 settlement after being wrongfully terminated by the Jurupa Unified School District for refusing to lie to parents about their children’s gender identity. Tapia, a teacher of faith, stands firm on her beliefs, sparking a movement to support other educators facing similar challenges. Her organization, “Teachers Don’t Lie,” champions truth in education.
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Bill Maher criticizes gender education in elementary schools, highlighting the fine line between inclusion and promotion. U.S. Circuit Judge Steven Agee’s recent ruling on LGBTQ lessons in schools sparks debate. Meanwhile, Michigan school administrator Kara Davis faces backlash for banning gendered language. This ongoing clash underscores the complex dynamics within education and societal values.
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The NFL distances itself from Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker due to his personal views, sparking support from conservative Americans. Mrs. Hunt, the Chiefs’ owner, publicly supports Butker, emphasizing family values. Meanwhile, the Fourth U.S. Circuit Court rules against parents wanting to opt their children out of LGBTQ-themed books in schools, igniting further controversy.
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Pope Francis criticizes conservative values as a “suicidal attitude,” but Harrison Butker’s commencement speech defends traditional family roles and masculinity, sparking backlash. This piece argues that conservatism is essential for preserving society and education. Despite media criticism, Butker’s and conservatives’ beliefs may hold the key to saving the country from ideological shifts that threaten foundational values.
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – If Justice were being taught in our public schools, CRT would not be. The two don’t mix. One is truth and the other is lies. If Justice were taught in our public schools, we would see Civics scores, as well as all other scores, skyrocket. It is time to bring back virtues-based education… our kids deserve to know the truth…
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Harvard leadership continues to undermine the university’s traditions by caving to the demands of the Harvard Out of Palestine coalition. Interim President Alan Garber’s concessions, including reinstating students from involuntary leaves and entertaining divestment pitches, display a lack of true leadership. This appeasement sends a message of weakness and jeopardizes Harvard’s…
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Paul Adams explores the shift from a virtues-based to a values-driven education. He argues that this change relativizes moral thinking, turning truth into mere opinion. In contrast, virtues form character and instill foundational qualities essential for society. Classical Christian Schools, emphasizing virtues, aim to restore these foundational principles in education.
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The Nation’s Report Card reveals alarming declines in Math, Reading, and U.S. History across American public schools. The latest data shows the largest drops in fourth and eighth-grade math scores since 1990, with similar declines in reading and history. This disturbing trend highlights a long-term failure in the education system, affecting students nationwide…
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Seattle parents are pulling their children out of public elementary schools as enrollment drops significantly. Superintendent Brent Jones releases a report revealing the closure of 20 schools and plans to consolidate more. Parents seek genuine education over radicalized curriculums focused on equity and inclusivity. The education system faces a crossroads, highlighting a repudiation of Marxist influences.
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – John Amos Comenius, is considered by many to be the father of modern education. He was a strong proponent of education for women and children of all classes. Comenius believed in using a varied curriculum which included history, geography, science, music, singing, and drama. He was adamant that learning was best achieved by using all of the senses to interact with our environment…
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The Chicago Teachers Union is currently demanding more money and additional time off, despite low student test scores in reading and math. I explore the radical implications of their requests, including demands that could reshape privacy norms and teacher evaluations. How will these influence the future education quality and accountability in Chicago’s public schools?
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Last month at an Oklahoma State Board of Education meeting, State Superintendent Ryan Walters blasted the Biden Title IX rewrite as “an attack on our states. It’s an attack on our families. And it’s an attack on our young women and girls.” Will non-affirming parents be reported to Child Protective Services as abusers under the new rule?
The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The Biden rules turn the original law on its head. “President Biden deciding to rewrite Title IX is one of the most radical and illegal moves we’ve ever seen from the federal government,” Walters stated at a State Board meeting in April. “It’s an attack on our states. It’s an attack on our families. And it’s an attack on our young women and girls,” he lamented.