Feasts, Fellowship, and Faith: Soul-Forming Traditions That Make Education Impactful

Season 5
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November 18, 2025

As the holidays approach, it feels like the perfect moment to reflect on feasting. Many of our families will soon gather around tables filled with long-cherished traditions—rituals that bind us together in joy and gratitude.

In Classical Christian education, tradition isn’t just appreciated; it’s essential. Feasting is woven into the fabric of our school culture, shaping why families love Veritas and why students feel so deeply connected here.

In this lively conversation, Veritas teachers Rhonda Forbes and Caleb Ploutz, Director of Events Rona' Martin, and our Head of School Ty Fischer explore the heart behind our many feasts: what they look like, why we host them, and how beauty, celebration, and intentional effort mark a child’s education in profound ways. They unpack how these joyful, carefully crafted events help form students’ souls in virtue, truth, beauty, and goodness. Enjoy!

This season of Cultivate is sponsored by ⁠Hershey Financial Advisers⁠, a wealth management firm located on North Pointe Boulevard in Lancaster, leading people to  make better financial decisions and empowering them to fulfill a vision beyond themselves.

About our Guests

Rhonda Forbes

Dean of Math and Science, Upper School Math Teacher

Rona' Martin

Director of Events and Marketing

Caleb Ploutz

Second Grade Teacher

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