About Us
Classics For All
Welcome to The Classics Lab! This is where you can find online, live courses offered in Classical subjects such as Latin, Ancient Greek, Greco-Roman history, and more. Our goal is to make Classical subjects accessible to all, provide educational resources for students and educators, and share Classics news!
Our Story
I'm Dr. Janette Eggiman, founder of The Classics Lab and a lifelong enthusiast of the ancient world. For over a decade, I've been passionate about making Classics applicable, engaging, and enjoyable for learners of all backgrounds.
I founded The Classics Lab to share my deep knowledge of Latin, Ancient Greek, and Greco-Roman history. My mission is to empower students and educators alike by offering high-quality resources and support that bring the ancient world to life—no matter where you're starting from.
Meet The Team
Dr. Janette Eggiman
Founder & Instructor
Dr. Janette Eggiman is a dedicated educator with over a decade of experience bringing the ancient world to life. She holds a Ph.D. in Biblical languages, an M.A. in Classics with an emphasis on pedagogy, a B.A. in Ancient History, and a post-baccalaureate certificate in Classics.
Having taught Latin, Ancient Greek, and Greco-Roman history in both traditional classrooms and online, Dr. Eggiman strives to make classical studies engaging, accessible, and applicable for learners of all ages and backgrounds. Whether she is leading interactive group courses or 1-on-1 tutoring, her mission is to foster a contagious enthusiasm for the ancient world and ensure that every student's learning journey is both academically enriching and fun.
Dr. Debbie Sears
Instructor
Dr. Debbie Sears holds a doctoral degree and brings years of teaching experience across both online and traditional classroom environments. Passionate about Latin, Ancient Greek, and all things related to the Greco-Roman world, Dr. Sears founded The Classics Lab² to make classical languages, history, and mythology engaging, accessible, and fun for learners of all ages.
With a patient, friendly, and highly attentive instruction style, she specializes in guiding students through everything from foundational Latin and Greek roots to ancient Roman history and classic literature. Dr. Sears is dedicated to helping students develop critical thinking, expand their vocabulary, and discover the lasting impact of the ancient world.
Hope Kerridge
Instructor and Artist
Mrs. Hope Kerridge brings a uniquely multidisciplinary perspective to classical language instruction. Having studied Latin and Ancient Greek under Dr. Janette Eggiman and served as the director of a classical education school for two years, she blends deep academic preparation with hands-on leadership in classical pedagogy.
With a background spanning collegiate education in science, art, and logic—as well as serving as the artist behind The Classics Lab—Mrs. Hope approaches Ancient Greek as both a logical system and a work of art. Her cross-disciplinary insights allow her to break down complex grammar with clarity while highlighting the structural and visual beauty of the language. Deeply passionate about introducing beginners to Greco-Roman history, art, and languages, Mrs. Hope specializes in guiding students through the Greek alphabet, introductory Latin skills, and art history in an engaging, intuitive, and inspiring way.
