Student Programs

Latin, more than ever before, is a living language of universal and perennial relevance that is enjoying a revival in schools across the country. The study of Latin, as well as the study of Classics in general, helps students understand humanity and appreciate the influence that the classical world has had on virtually every aspect of our lives, including our literature and laws, art and architecture, political ideals, values, and sense of history. Much research has shown that studying the ancient world at a young age advances students far ahead of their peers in such wide and varying fields as reading, vocabulary, spelling, math, science, and logic skills. The study of the Classics, especially at the elementary school level, has become increasingly important with the advent of new state and local assessments. In short, Latin and the Classics give students a means of understanding the connection between ancient and modern, not only factually, but with the critical judgment to put that knowledge to use.

Are you looking for curricula to help excite elementary and middle school students about the Classics in your school? Do you have specific topics you are interested in presenting to the students at your school but don't know where to start? The Institute can provide specialized curricula developed specially for your classrooms and even train teachers to implement the curriculum!