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Our coalition of passionate educators is committed to instilling traditional values, logical thinking, and a strong sense of responsibility in America's students. Drawing upon time-tested principles, we help facilitate a balanced and comprehensive education that prepares young minds for the challenges of the modern world. With a focus on fostering respect for tradition, family, and individual liberty, we equip educators with the tools to help create informed, engaged citizens and future leaders.
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Join our team of educators in shaping a generation of confident and principled individuals who will carry forward the values that have stood the test of time.
Equipping teachers for impact
At Freedom in Education, we know many teachers leave their training feeling unprepared for the classroom. That's why we provide high-quality, practical resources that fill gaps, challenge outdated methods, and reignite a love for teaching. Through curated reading, purposeful development, and fellowships that build content knowledge and instructional skill, we help teachers grow in confidence and effectiveness - so their students can thrive.
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SHARPENING YOUR PRACTICE
Professional growth doesn’t have to feel like a box to check. Teachers deserve opportunities to strengthen their craft in ways that are meaningful, relevant, and respectful of their expertise. Skip the icebreakers and scripted activities—real growth comes from engaging with high-quality ideas, proven research, and the best thinking on teaching and learning.
Self-guided reading
The Science of Learning
- How Learning Happens: Seminal Works in Educational Psychology and What They Mean in Practice by Paul A. Kirschner and Carl Hendrick
- Do I Have Your Attention by Blake Harvard
- Just Tell Them by Zach Groshell
Education in General
- Seven Myths About Education by Daisy Christodolou
- Cultural Literacy: What Every American Needs to Know by E.D. Hirsch, Jr.
- Why Johnny Can't Read: And What You Can Do about It by Rudolf Flesch
- The Closing of the American Mind by Allan Bloom
Classroom Management
- Teach Like A Champion by Doug Lemov
- Running The Room by Tom Bennett
With all the demands on a teacher’s time and energy, there is little left for intellectual curiosity or personal growth in subject matter. That can impact a teacher’s confidence in the classroom when teaching content they aren’t very familiar with, especially if the curriculum lacks quality. Below are resources for those busy teachers who want or need to bolster their knowledge or want to supplement what they are using in their classrooms.
English / Grammar
- Classical Reader by Leslie Rayner, Christopher Perrin, PhD
- Well-Ordered Language by Tammy Peters, Dan Coupland
- Grammar by Diagram by Cindy L. Vitto
- Literacy Essentials by Hillsdale
- Bringing Words to Life: Robust Vocabulary Instruction
by Isabel L. Beck and Margaret G. McKeown - Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons by Siegfried Engelmann, Phyllis Haddox, Elaine Bruner
Math
- Traditional Math by Barry Garelick
- JUMP Math
- Mathematics and Logic: From Euclid to Modern Geometry, a free online course from Hillsdale
History
- Land of Hope: An Invitation to the Great American Story by Wilfred McClay
- The Great American Story: A Land of Hope, a free online course from Hillsdale
- Hillsdale free online History courses
- The Decline and Fall of the West (Spengler)
- Capitalism and the Historians (Hayek)
Science
- The Great Principles of Chemistry, a free online course from Hillsdale
- The Story of Western Science by Susan Wise Bauer
- Seymour Simon books
- Science material from Memoria Press
Professional Development
The words Professional Development can sometimes cause teachers to cringe. They’ve sat through too many ice-breakers and gimmicks to believe there is any value to them. Below are just a couple of truly excellent Professional Development opportunities that promise to be worth teachers’ time and provide value to their students when they return to the classroom.
- Hillsdale K-12 Center for Teacher Excellence
- You can find recordings of previous sessions as well as dates and locations of
upcoming sessions for 2025-26
- You can find recordings of previous sessions as well as dates and locations of
- researchED
- “The goal of researchED is to bridge the gap between research and practice in education. Researchers, teachers, and policy makers come together for a day of information-sharing and myth-busting.”
- They offer sessions all around the world
- DIRECT INSTRUCTION SLIDE DECK
- Join Freedom in Education to learn how to incorporate direct instruction into your classroom for a better student learning experience.
- THE FRANKLIN & ARCHIMEDES STANDARDS SLIDE DECK
- Join Freedom in Education to learn about how our content-rich math and science standards provide the math and science knowledge that will improve student outcomes and a teacher’s ability to teach.
- PARENT-TEACHER SLIDE DECK
- Join Freedom in Education as we learn how to improve parent-teacher relationships which in the end will create a better learning environment for students.
Fellowship Opportunities
Elevating the teaching profession means ensuring teachers have opportunities to grow as professionals and share what they learn with their colleagues. These fellowship opportunities provide both. If you’re looking for a way to reignite your love of teaching or you just want to continue learning and improving as an educator, check these out:
Great teachers never stop learning. The Educator’s Bookshelf by Freedom in Education highlights essential reads grounded in cognitive research, proven instructional practices, and truth over outdated myths, so you can keep sharpening your craft.
Building Bridges with parents
Because when parents and teachers work together, students win.
Students thrive when the adults in their lives - parents and teachers - are on the same team. A strong parent-teacher partnership builds trust, strengthens classroom culture, and helps ensure every student has the support they need to succeed. Whether you're a first-year teacher or a seasoned educator, intentional communication with families makes a lasting difference.
Parent Engagement Checklist
- Send an email at the beginning of the year introducing yourself and your view on the purpose of education for your child. Keep it respectful, short and concise with an invitation to welcome conversations throughout the school year.
- Send a monthly update (yes, even for high school).
- Send encouraging texts, emails, or handwritten notes of praise when appropriate as well as concerns or questions.
- Partner with a veteran teacher for wisdom on how to handle challenging classroom situations.
- Find a parent partner. Need help? Contact us here.
- Having a strong parent advocate whom you trust can help you to “alert” other parents on issues or things you think parents need to know, while keeping you, the teacher, protected and out of the spotlight.
Building bridges doesn't have to be overwhelming. With a little consistency and support, you can create a strong network of parent allies who share your commitment to student's success.
Connect with experts and influencers
Podcasts/Social Media accounts to follow
If you’re familiar with PLCs (Professional Learning Communities), you know that some people enjoy and find value in them while others loathe them. Lately, it seems as though the education podcast community and social media (particularly X) have become the best kind of PLC. The teachers are willing participants who graciously share their wisdom and humbly ask questions. Below are some recommended podcasts and X accounts to follow if you want to grow as a professional on your own.
- Sold A Story Podcast
- Progressively Incorrect Podcast
- Chalk and Talk Podcast
- Freedom In Education Founders Podcast
- The Bell Ringer Podcast
- @MrZachG
- @SciInTheMaking
- @StamStam193
- @smorrisey
- @MmeLockhartLDSB
- @effortfuleduktr
- @rastokke
- @rpondiscio
Substacks/Blogs
The authors of the blogs listed below all have classroom experience and valuable insights to share. Check out what they have to say, and maybe you’ll be inspired to share some of your own wisdom in a blog someday.
