Kolbe Academy

Kolbe Academy Kolbe Academy is a full service Catholic homeschool program, with an Online Academy, that provides a

Kolbe Academy was founded in 1980 by three families who experienced first-hand the rapid decline of the public school system and who were looking for a wholesome, academically challenging educational environment. The founders anticipated the need to form young Catholic citizens who could effectively defend their Faith through a thorough understanding of doctrine and regular reception of the Sacraments. They also foresaw the growing need for better, more individualized and intensive instruction in basic education. Kolbe Academy Home School became an outgrowth of the day school in 1989 when parents who lived too far away to commute asked for our help with home schooling their children. With a focus on providing an education that is Ignatian in Method, Classical in Content and Loyal to the Magisterium at home, Kolbe Academy continues to thrive. Kolbe Academy Is:

--Catholic: Our orthodox curriculum and passionate faculty and staff shape every aspect of your child’s Catholic education.
--Classical: Our rigorous, classical approach to education forms the student’s mind and soul with a focus on the great works of Western Civilization as well as a premier math and science curriculum.
--Customized: Mix and match our traditional, online, and self-paced programs to meet your child’s unique needs. Kolbe Academy Offers:

--Traditional Homeschooling: Our program offers everything you need to home educate such as textbooks, course plans, tests, and grading services.
--Self-Paced Courses: Students watch pre-recorded video classes and follow our online course plans to master each subject at their own pace.
--Online Courses: Students learn in a virtual classroom among peers with a live instructor who facilitates discussion, lectures, and grades the coursework.

Featured Speakers:Rachael Brash, Vice President for Enrollment at the University of MaryKarrie Huber, Director of Financ...
09/21/2026

Featured Speakers:
Rachael Brash, Vice President for Enrollment at the University of Mary
Karrie Huber, Director of Financial Aid at the University of Mary

Join us for the 2026 Newman Guide Virtual College Fair on October 8 and hear from Rachael Brash & Karrie Huber of University of Mary on "Can We Afford Catholic College? Understanding the Real Cost."

This session will help families look beyond the published tuition price and better understand the true cost and value of Catholic higher education. Topics will include scholarships, financial aid, affordability, and how families can think about college as an investment in both a student’s future career and long-term formation.

The fair is free and online, with featured sessions and virtual college booths throughout the day.

Register free: https://events.zoom.us/ev/Althz8wIPod9PHwO4v2BBaqNRPgz7CQR9TBqTIej6MdnMwQYXhdw~AuSZKhLVlf66yYPLtPBUivCDYy78ow3lgPiY1mn0geVr8SsKA2gjPZ3ExuVQmdSIQZwx4rpH2TeWKmTa7l8JEPWjiQ


09/17/2026

Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress of the Order of Preachers is the promoter of the Rosary for the Dominican Province of St. Joseph and leader of the Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. He is also a regular host of the Godsplaining podcast.

In addition to hearing about Fr. Kress and his vocation, we’re able to find out more about the Dominican order and its charisms. He also tells us about the fourth annual Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage on September 26, 2026, in Washington D.C. and streamed online.

Listen now:
www.kolbe.org/blog/rosary-as-pilgrimage-with-fr-joseph-anthony-kress-o-p-the-kolbecast-episode-329

Featured Speaker: Branden PannellJoin us for the 2026 Newman Guide Virtual College Fair on October 8 and hear from Brand...
09/14/2026

Featured Speaker: Branden Pannell

Join us for the 2026 Newman Guide Virtual College Fair on October 8 and hear from Branden Pannell of Ave Maria University on My College Experience and How It Impacted My Faith.

Branden will share how a faithfully Catholic college experience shaped his faith, friendships, sense of purpose, and future.

The fair is free and online, with featured sessions and virtual college booths throughout the day.

Register free: https://events.zoom.us/ev/Althz8wIPod9PHwO4v2BBaqNRPgz7CQR9TBqTIej6MdnMwQYXhdw~AuSZKhLVlf66yYPLtPBUivCDYy78ow3lgPiY1mn0geVr8SsKA2gjPZ3ExuVQmdSIQZwx4rpH2TeWKmTa7l8JEPWjiQ

09/10/2026

There are a lot of discussions happening around AI, its impact on the world, and the appropriate ways it can be used.

Kolbe Theology Department Chair Nick Senz and Curriculum Director Maggie Hayden join Bonnie and Steven to discuss Pope Leo XIV’s recent encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, and what it has to say about these important questions.

They explore the encyclical itself along with some practical takeaways as we continue to navigate AI and its proper use.

Listen now:
www.kolbe.org/blog/doing-the-human-things-the-kolbecast-episode-328

Is college still worth it?That’s a question a lot of Catholic families are asking.Join us online October 8 for the 2026 ...
09/04/2026

Is college still worth it?

That’s a question a lot of Catholic families are asking.

Join us online October 8 for the 2026 Newman Guide Virtual College Fair. Meet representatives from Newman Guide Recommended colleges, explore virtual booths, and hear practical sessions on affordability, the college search, career preparation, faith, and formation.

Free to attend. Registration is open now. 👇

https://events.zoom.us/ev/Althz8wIPod9PHwO4v2BBaqNRPgz7CQR9TBqTIej6MdnMwQYXhdw~AuSZKhLVlf66yYPLtPBUivCDYy78ow3lgPiY1mn0geVr8SsKA2gjPZ3ExuVQmdSIQZwx4rpH2TeWKmTa7l8JEPWjiQ

09/02/2026

Today we welcome Dr. John Cuddeback to the Kolbecast. This time he’s brought his wife, Sofia, with him. Many people will be familiar with John and Sofia from their work on LifeCraft , whether it is retreats, writings or podcasts. Our focus today is on John’s new book, The Intentional Household. In this book, John explores eight principles for building and maintaining an intentional household. We explore these principles and discuss practical steps for making this a reality.

Listen now:
www.kolbe.org/blog/the-intentional-homeschooling-household-with-john-sofia-cuddeback-the-kolbecast-episode-327

Each month, Kolbe families walk together with the Church calendar, drawing on the virtues and saints to strengthen their...
09/01/2026

Each month, Kolbe families walk together with the Church calendar, drawing on the virtues and saints to strengthen their faith at home.

This month we are celebrating the monthly virtue of Hope!

You can download a free Liturgical Living Guide for some great ideas on how to encourage your family to grow stronger in virtue.

👇DOWNLOAD HERE 👇
kolbe.org/blog/liturgical-living-guide-september-2026

08/26/2026

Today we welcome Dr. Tim Collins to the Kolbecast. Dr. Collins is the president at Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio – a Newman Guide school. We get to hear a bit about Dr. Collins’s background, what great things are happening at Walsh University, and what makes it unique among the Newman Guide colleges. Dr. Collins also shares his experience and wisdom in discernment and how we can always be in communication with God for guidance, especially for those big questions and decisions.

Listen now:
kolbe.org/blog/discerning-discovering-joy-at-walsh-university-with-dr-tim-collins-the-kolbecast-episode-326

08/19/2026

Today we welcome homeschooling mother, historian, editor, and author Dr. Dixie Dillon Lane to the Kolbecast. Dixie has recently written a book about the history of homeschooling called...

"Skipping School: A History of American Homeschooling and How it Went Mainstream.‍"

Through research, Dixie traces the origins of homeschooling through the lens of the homeschool movement in Southern California and its evolution to its current form today. In addition to this history, Dixie also shares her wisdom and experience as a homeschooling mother to talk about the benefits of homeschooling and navigating some of the challenges that it can present.

Listen now:
kolbe.org/blog/skipping-school-with-dixie-dillon-lane-the-kolbecast-episode-325

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