Heightscast

We are a Liberal Arts School. What does that mean for our students, and what does that mean for our teachers? Hear Mr. de Vicente at the Open House, and Mr. Tom Longano at the recent Heights Lecture address these important questions.

Andy Reed (Middle School Head) and Colin Gleason (Lower School Head) talk about the purpose of homework, and then delve into the issue of online assignments. The Heights provides planners to students, but asks them to be the owners of their homework. Listen in to hear why. 

Dr. Yaceczko and Mr. Breslin discuss how we, as parents and teachers, can guide our boys through the ever expanding realm of modern children's literature-- some of it great, some of it fine, some of it pernicious.

Mr. Jeff Thompson speaks about his experience as a religions teacher preparing boys for confirmation.  Too often we get mired down in facts, which is especially unfortunate in the world of religious formation.  Mr. Thompson encourages us to life our eyes to a higher goal.  Also in this episode, an excerpt from Mr. de Vicente's talk on the Moral Imagination--how to shape it, protect it, and nurture it.

In this episode, Mr. de Vicente: Introduces two new resources to be launched on September 7, our first day of School:  Heights Book Review and The Forum.  Stay tuned for details. Introduces the topic of his 2016 Heights Lecture Series presentation:  The Moral Imagination.  For more information, click here. Discusses the three prerequisites for a healthy young-adult relationship:  Good Intentions, Other-Centric Worldview, Self-Mastery. Discuses the three requisites for a healthy relationship:  Rules, Communication, Accountability. To learn more, or to hear Mr. de Vicente's talk on Transmitting Principles of Morality, click here.

The science behind the importance of green time.

Direct and indirect ways to promote the life of the mind at home.

Does your son know that you believe in him? Andy Reed on the power of optimism.

This week on HeightsCast, we are joined by twelfth grade AP English teacher, Mr. Michael Ortiz, who talks about the books he reads with his students. Also featured in this week's poetry segment is Mr. John Paul Lechner, who analyzes a poem by Gerard Manley Hopkins.

In this episode of HeightsCast, Headmaster of The Heights School, Alvaro de Vicente talks about his recent letter to parents on the culture of the home. Also, a poem by Richard Wilbur recited and analyzed by drama teacher, Mr. Joseph Bissex.

This episode of HeightsCast continues last episode's interview with Jackson Scholars' head, Dr. Matthew Mehan, on the Liberal Arts. We use the term almost daily, but what does it mean? And what does it mean for us? Also, we hear two of Gerard Manley Hopkins' poems, one recited and explained by lower school teacher Mr. Tom Longano, and another sung as an arrangement composed by music teacher Mr. Patrick Love. 

This episode of HeightsCast features the first half of an interview with Jackson Scholars' head, Dr. Matthew Mehan, on the Liberal Arts.  We use the term almost daily, but what does it mean? And what does it mean for us? Also, Mr. Chris Breslin makes a guest appearance sharing a poem with our listening audience.

Mr. Tom Steenson speaks to us about living Advent well, and Mr. Patrick Love dives deep into the music department's selections for this year's Christmas Concert. Tune in to learn what parents and educators can do to better live and hear the true spirit of the season!

Mr. Cardenas joins us this week to talk about helping your son stay grounded in reality.

This week we are joined by Head of Middle School, Andy Reed, who offers his thoughts on the culture of the home, and ways to aid in the development of your son's will.

Head of Upper School, Michael Moynihan, gives his thoughts about modern education and what The Heights is doing to fight reductionism in academics.

This week on HeightsCast, we interview Lower School Head, Mr. Colin Gleason, on the importance of story and narrative in education.

Welcome to HeightsCast, the official podcast of The Heights School.