# Episode 29: From Chaos to Clarity: Practical Support for New Classical Educators

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Podcast: [ClassicalU Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/classicalu-podcast-6246585)
Published: 2025-06-09T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://truenorth.fm/podcast/episode-29-from-chaos-to-clarity-practical-support-for-new-classical-educators/
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## Resource

Kim Warman, lower school dean and teacher at Coram Deo Academy in Carmel, Indiana, shares insights from her new ClassicalU course, Launching Your Classical Classroom , which provides practical support for new grammar school teachers. She reflects on her own educational journey, having experienced both non-classical and classical education before attending Hillsdale College and teaching at several classical schools. Kim emphasizes the importance of preparing a classroom environment that fosters peaceful, joyful learning and encourages teachers to build strong routines and relationships from the outset. She highlights the value of creative, hands-on projects for student engagement and mentorship and teacher collaboration for professional growth and classroom stability. Of great importance, Kim advocates for read-alouds, narration, and strategic scheduling to balance rigorous content with creativity and movement. She also underscores the critical role of proactive parent partnerships in fostering student success and community support. Above all, Kim encourages teachers to begin simply, focus on essentials, and then gradually add creative flourishes as they gain confidence.

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