classical parent university (cpu)

2025/26
Focus Dates

September 2025
Wisdom in Technology

October/November 2025
Classical Christian Education & WCA

January-March 2026
Shepherding a Child’s Heart

April/May 2026
Biblical Worldview

Mission of Classical Parent University (CPU)
Classical Parent University (CPU) exists to equip parents to think classically and engage meaningfully in their children’s education, thus strengthening the vital partnership between school and home through a shared understanding of the Classical Christian approach.

Classical Christian education is far more than adding prayer, Bible memory, or a Bible class into the school day. It’s a way of forming minds and shaping hearts and it requires partnership with you, the parent or grandparent. 

That’s why we created Classical Parent University (CPU).  It is a unique opportunity for every WCA parent to learn and grow alongside your child.

Through CPU, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of what happens within the walls of WCA and how we can partner together to disciple the next generation.

why
cpu?

Grow in confidence
as the primary discipler of your child.

Connect with other parents
on the same journey.

Deepen your understanding
of Classical Christian education.

Strengthen the partnership
between school and home.

Your CPU Journey

Every parent is encouraged to take part in activities throughout the year that cover four areas of focus:

Classical Christian Education

  • Learn what makes this model unique and how it shapes your child’s education.
  • More references can be found here.

More references can be found here.

Shepherding a Child’s Heart

  • Explore biblical parenting principles that shape your child’s heart and character, not just their behavior.
  • More references can be found here.

More references can be found here.

Wisdom in Technology

  • Understand the opportunities and challenges of raising children in a digital world and how we can guide students to use technology for their good and God’s glory.
  • More references can be found here.

More references can be found here.

Biblical Worldview

  • See how with a Biblical worldview, every subject, decision and action is rooted in the truth of Scripture so that faith isn’t just a part of life, but the framework for all of life. 
  • More references can be found here.

More references can be found here.

join the Journey

We’re excited to invite our entire WCA community into CPU. Together, we’ll discover a deeper understanding of how faith, learning, and character are cultivated—and how we can walk hand in hand in this mission.

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Keep an eye out for weekly updates and announcements…keep scrolling!
CPU is at the bottom of every Monday Connection.  Questions?

Julie Fenton, CPU Coordinator

jfenton@westsideacademy.org

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