John Milton Hinkle, II

John Hinkle is a seasoned educator, writer, and performer with a lifelong passion for storytelling in all its forms. Before beginning his career in classical education, John studied Drama and TV/Radio Communications at Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he honed his vocal and performance skills on stage and in studio settings. He was a vocal performer with the a cappella group The Beattitudes, contributing to live performances and the recording of a full-length album. Later, while attending Thomas More College of Liberal Arts, he co-founded the band Parish Park, writing and recording more than ten original songs that blended lyrical depth with acoustic storytelling.

For over a decade, John has led classrooms and schools with an emphasis on clear communication, thoughtful inquiry, and narrative richness. As a teacher, administrator, and public speaker, he has delivered thousands of hours of instruction with clarity, empathy, and expressive vocal command. Whether leading Socratic seminars, recording educational content, writing curriculum, or performing literary readings, he brings a deep love of language and voice to everything he does.

A warm baritone with classical training and improvisational flair, John is now expanding into voice acting and narrative writing for educational, audiobook, and storytelling projects. He believes that stories—when well told—can change hearts, invite reflection, and spark wonder.