Why study Latin?

Learning Latin forms the mind to think logically, memorize, and pay careful attention to detail. Latin is considered by classicists to be the foundation of all learning and a good way to learn English. The study of Latin provides a mental gymnastics, increasing a student's capacity to learn.

The benefits of studying Latin are seen fairly quickly. According to Cheryl Lowe, author of Memoria Press' Latin books and founder of the Highlands Latin School in Louisville, Kentucky, "Within even the first year of Latin grammar, the student begins to enjoy the fruits of a more 'disciplined' mind."