History

The study of History is fundamental to a Northfield education. We offer studies ranging from the ancients of Greece and Rome to Biblical and medieval times to Civil War and Civil Rights. Our History faculty members include Civil War expert and documentary filmmaker Ken Spurgeon, Nathaniel Lutke, Warren Snyder, and George Elder.

On History by Warren Snyder
History is a picture of the past. When we study history, we try to reconstruct the past so that we can gain insight into how we should face the future. Solomon said that there is nothing new under the sun. In other words, the problems that people face repeat themselves over the years and centuries. By studying history, we are able to analyze what people believed about God, economics, politics, and morality. We can study how problems developed, what was done to correct the problems, and the success of those efforts.

Nathaniel Lutke

Mr. Lutke teaches Grammar School I World History, Grammar School II Geography, Medieval History, and European History.

Warren Snyder

Mr. Snyder teaches Jewish and Greek History and is Northfield's primary fundraiser.

Ken Spurgeon

Mr. Spurgeon teaches American History, Great Books, and Capstone History & Goverment.