Classical Latin of Cicero, Catullus, Vergil, Ovid and Horace with Roman History and Culture
This website is designed for teachers, students (high school or university) who study the thought, rhythmical music and morals of ancient Romans.
This website is also for those who are curious or have an interest in ancient Roman life and thought.
Quick Overview of this site:
My main love is books. In 2000 I began writing summaries of books read. These I have placed on this site. Hopefully these may be of use to someone.
I have taught High School Latin since 1976. I have tried to combine what I have read with what I present in the class room. I have taught all of the AP courses: Catullus/Ovid, Catullus/Horace, Catullus/Cicero and Vergil. The syllabus for each course, including syllabi for 1st and 2nd year are on this site.
I have learned to love poetry and the poetry in prose in English via Latin literature. Before beginning the AP courses I started to use literary devices as a means for discussion and analysis in the class room. I found some definitions difficult to understand. I made my own list.
If you have questions or comments, please, do not hesitate to contact me.
NEWS: September 2009
School is up and running! This year West Geauga welcomes 75 students into Latin classes at the introductory and advanced placement levels. Additionally, Latin Club has kicked off, where students meet weekly for extra studying in preparation for the State Ohio Junior Classical League convention in March. Stay tuned for more!
NEWS: June 2009
For two weeks in June this year, Mr. Prueter led his first ADULT trip to Italy. Many parents of former students, along with other interested Chesterland area adults participated in a unique, hands on, learning experience. While spending the majority of their time in Rome, the capital city, small trips were planned to Ostia, Sorrento, Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Florence. Trip participants visited the world famous Capitoline, Vatican, and National Museums as well as the historic ruins of Roman fora, baths, and marketplaces. Read what recent participants of Mr. Prueter’s Italy Trips have to say!
NEWS: September 2008
Check out my new site: Night Sky Drawings and Observations. This site will feature drawings I have done of the night sky.
