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Restoring America’s Heritage: John Adams Academy with its Founder, Dr. Dean Forman
Description
About our Guest:
Dr. Forman is active in his community having served on the Roseville Joint Union High School District Governing Board from 2000 to 2004. He was the chair of the Placer County Republican party from 2005-06. He served as Board Member and President for CORE Academy, a charter school in Placer County from 2006 to 2009. He currently serves as Founder, and Board Chairman of John Adams Academy, a K-12 charter of 3 schools and 4500+ scholars located in the Sacramento California area. In 2012 the Freedom Foundation recognized Dr. Forman for his efforts in founding John Adams Academy with the George Washington Honor Medal in 2012. In 2013 he was also honored with the Distinguished Service Award from the BYU Alumni Association. He mentors at the academy, is a frequent lecturer and authored many academic and timely articles on the principles of risk management, independence, finance, and freedom in America.
Education has the power to change a person, a community, and a country. His blog may be found at https://ldeanforman.blog/. His book on how to start a classical charter school may be found at Leading a Revolution in Education.
“Children Should Be Educated in the Principles of Freedom” John Adams
Special Performance:
John Adams Academy Choir, Vertus. Performing "America The Beautiful," directed by Greg Blankenbehler, Secondary Music Teacher, Director of Choir, Arts Department Chair.
Vertus was awarded in 2021-2022: First Place, Gold Rating (90th percentile), Adjudicator’s Award (95th
Percentile–scored 98 out of 100), Maestro Award (outstanding soloist) at Heritage Festival (Nashville, TN)
Click here to view the many Accolades for Vertus
Show Notes
In this episode, Adrienne interviews the founder of John Adams Academy, a public charter school in California. Dr Forman’s love for a beautiful education is evident through his passion for this country and his love of the arts. He shares the history of John Adams Academy as well as some important tips for anyone interested in starting a school.
Some topics in this episode include:
- The humble beginnings of John Adams Academy to its great success and recognition today as an exceptional school
- The beautiful elements of classical education and how these lead students to truth
- Tips on starting a school and hiring good teachers
- Creating a mission statement and school culture
- Teacher formation
Books & Resources In This Episode
Leading a Revolution in Education
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
Abigail Adams: Witness to a Revolution
Steven Covey on Seven Habits
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