The Old School

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller welcome back now three-time guest - Dr. Rick Westfall. In their discussion, the hosts and guest get into the dynamics of building school culture, including relationships with students, teachers and parents. The goal of striking a balance between a school's administration and the three "stockholders" is an intricately complicated process and Dr. Westfall brings his expertise on the matter to bear during this conversation.

If the mood to expand your mind has gripped you after the great conversation with Dr. Currier and exploring continuing education opportunities for teachers, check out the hosts' tome over the American education system called, The Center Cannot Hold: A Critical Look at Contemporary Education.

Sponsored by Ahart Solutions.

What is The Old School?

Dr. Steven Bourgeois and Mr. Ross Miller lead an informal discussion between a current and a former teacher on topics that challenge "best practices" in contemporary education. In keeping with Neil Postman (1979), we support the conserving function of education: “Its aim at all times is to make visible the prevailing biases of a culture and then, by employing whatever philosophies of education are available, to oppose them.”