Stories, analyses, and original research written to inspire and equip you with creative approaches to character formation
Dissipating Vapor: In Search of a Grander Story
Vaping is on the rise among teens, and so is vaping-related lung disease. How could a higher vision help?
Character in the Classroom: Transcript of Interview with Joshua Gibbs
This is a lightly edited transcript of an interview conducted on August 13, 2019, with educator Joshua Gibbs, who speaks candidly about his journey from “con artist” to classical teacher. Also—why pop culture lets us down and how teachers can help students “become old.”
Shaping Character: The Reason Why
As students head back to school, we repost our signature piece on character formation, and why the loftiest-sounding goal is the one you’re already achieving.
The Same Page
What some schools are doing to shore up reinforcement at home—and why it matters for character formation