St. Finbar News

Young Minds Learn “What Is Truth?”
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Young Minds Learn “What Is Truth?”

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar recently hosted their first Philosophy Night for 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Graders at the Tides Condominiums in Mount Pleasant.

Head of School Michele McCoy led the interactive discussion on the topic of “What Is Truth?” The young minds learned about how this definition has evolved over time and how it is viewed within the lens of classical education.

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Bourbon Enthusiasts Raise Funds for Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

Bourbon Enthusiasts Raise Funds for Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar recently hosted their inaugural ‘Bourbon & Burn’ fundraiser at the Tides Condominiums in Mount Pleasant.

A full house blind tasted four bourbons, learned bourbon fun facts, smoked cigars, and helped raise funds for the Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar.

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First Parents’ Night A Success
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

First Parents’ Night A Success

Our first Parents' Night this past weekend was a success! A brief overview was given by our Board Chairman Michael MacKinnon and our Head of School Michele McCoy as well as a tour of the facilities on site. Stay tuned for future Parent Nights on November 11th, January 10th, January 27th, and February 21st.

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CASF Launch Celebration!
Christian LeBlanc Christian LeBlanc

CASF Launch Celebration!

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar hosted a launch event this past Saturday, September 21st, where Head of School, Michele McCoy and Chairman of the Board Michael MacKinnon shared the importance of bringing classical education to Charleston.

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Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar Podcast Shares Chesterton Approach to Classical Education
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Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar Podcast Shares Chesterton Approach to Classical Education

The Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar has released their third bi-weekly podcast today!

Join our host Laura Camacho this week as we discuss the Chesterton approach to Classical Education.

We will also be discussing what teaching history looks like in classical education; why it is foundational for lifelong learning and careers; and the key difference between a classical high school and traditional high school.

This week’s guest is Michele McCoy, Head of School for the Chesterton Academy of Saint Finbar.

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