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Important Notes
Registration is open for 2026-2027 summer and yearlong courses through Kepler!
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CiRCE Master Teachers are offering a variety of Lost Tools of Writing and Latin online student courses this year. Find their courses by searching Writing, Rhetoric, and Language in the Kepler course catalog.
Beyond an Acquisition: The Continuation of a Legacy
The transition of CiRCE’s Online Academy to Kepler Education is the purposeful handoff from one steward to another. This decision reflects a shared dedication to the enduring values of Christian classical education that affords each institution a unique opportunity to focus on its most essential commitments.
Scott Postma of Kepler remarked, “To carry forward the legacy that CiRCE has established is not only a privilege but a profound responsibility. Taking up this mantle will allow us to further our mission of making a classical and Christian education available, accessible, and affordable to families seeking a transformative educational experience.”
Andrew Kern of CiRCE echoed this sentiment, saying, “It’s never easy to let your babies go, but my confidence in Kepler’s character and our shared commitment to Christian classical education ensures me that this is the right decision. It gives me both hope and joy to see them take on this precious ministry.”
A Shared Mission
Since its founding in 1996 by Andrew Kern, the CiRCE Institute has championed the principles of Christian classical education, equipping educators to instill wisdom and virtue through the Christian classical tradition. With more than 20 years of experience, CiRCE has been instrumental in developing resources, teacher training, and innovative curriculum that continue to bless Christian educators worldwide.
Established in 2019 under the umbrella of Roman Roads Press, and now under the leadership of Scott Postma, Kepler Education has pioneered a unique online marketplace, pursuing its motto of “empowering families by liberating teachers” through accessible, affordable, and customizable Classical Christian Education for families. Leveraging modern technology while resting on the time-tested university-model, Kepler has redefined how families can engage with classical education by offering a consortium of quality teachers who have designed courses that foster both intellectual and spiritual growth.
Future Endeavors and Opportunities
Under Kepler’s stewardship, CiRCE Online Academy’s courses will continue to be offered by the same master teachers who have completed CiRCE’s Apprenticeship program, but with expanded opportunities to bring classical education to a broader audience. Over time, Kepler’s consortium model will allow even more teachers to join the renewal, with students accessing a rich variety of classes across disciplines, each grounded in Christian classical pedagogy.
Together, CiRCE and Kepler reaffirm their commitment to nurture the next generation of thinkers, leaders, and faithful Christians who will leaven the culture with wisdom and grace. This decision underscores the mission of both organizations to promote an education that cultivates wisdom and virtue by nourishing the soul on truth, goodness, and beauty.