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Grafted Together Ep 83: Rebuilding Formational Bridges in God's Kingdom, with Dr. Christian Klaue
Veteran Christian school administrator Dr. Christian Klaue discusses the intersection of faith, education, and discipleship with Jerry Nelson. They explore the authentic Christian educator model, the collaborative roles of home, church, and school, and the importance of fostering a biblical worldview in students. Bio: Dr. Christian Klaue is currently in his 32nd year as an administrator of a Christian school within ACSI Western Canada. He received his Educational Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Northcentral University in 2016. Dr. Klaue has been a sessional instructor for the MA (Educational) Leadership program at Trinity Western University and for the Masters o...
2026-10-22
48 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 82: Kingdom-Connected Discipleship, with Douglas Campbell & Dr. Denver Daniel
Dr. Denver Daniel, President of Open Door Christian Schools, joins Douglas Campbell to discuss living as a citizen and ambassador of God's kingdom. They discuss integrating this philosophy across all areas of school life, evaluating student spiritual growth through an intentional inventory, and the vital role of Sabbath rest for school leaders. Join the Spiritual Formation Network at acsi.org/spiritualformation
2026-10-20
58 min
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 34: Courageous Questions: Forming Students Who Can Engage Hard Questions with Wisdom and Grace
How do we equip students to wrestle with questions with wisdom and grace? Emily Pigott shares practical tips for educators. - Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's VP of Educational Resources & Student Programs.
2026-10-12
26 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 80: Kingdom Athletics Series: The Seven Enemies of Greatness
Billy Sparacio rejoins the Grafted Together Podcast for the third part of the Kingdom Athletics Series, discussing how coaches in both Christian and public schools can look beyond scoreboard wins to intentionally cultivate character, leadership, and faith in athletes. See the 7 enemies of greatness (and how to defeat them) document here: https://www.acsi.org/docs/default-source/communication---engagement/podcasts/7-enemies This is the third part of the Kingdom Athletics Series; Parts 1 and 2 are episodes 76 and 77 of the Grafted Together Podcast. Guest bio: Billy Sparacio has served for 17 years as an Athletic Director which...
2026-10-08
47 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 21: Dr. Larry Taylor on Christian Education Advocacy at the PPA Summit
Dr. Larry Taylor, ACSI President & CEO, gave a presentation at the recent ACSI Public Policy & Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C. on how, and why, we advocate for Christ-centered education. This episode is the majority of that presentation, plus a quick summary of the ACSI Convene network. Learn more at acsi.org/convene
2026-10-05
17 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 79: From Clean Water to the Living Water: Christian Education by Immersion
Chad McDaniel with WorldVision joins Jerry Nelson to discuss how students learn not just by hearing but by witnessing, practicing, and connecting lessons to real-life circumstances. View the Walk for Water School Guide here: https://www.acsi.org/docs/default-source/communication---engagement/podcasts/walk-for-water-school-guide.pdf Chad McDaniel leads World Vision’s efforts to serve Christian schools across the U.S., helping schools connect faith, learning, and meaningful action. With a background in pastoral ministry, coaching, and nonprofit engagement, Chad is passionate about helping students move from simply learning about the needs of the world to discovering ho...
2026-09-28
47 min
Transforming Lives
A Global Strategy for Flourishing through Education: Dr. Mark, ACSI Director for South Asia
Born and raised in India, Dr. Mark has dedicated more than two decades to shaping the future of Christian education. He cofounded his first Christian school at just 27 years of age and has since established multiple schools committed to academic excellence, biblical worldview, and transformational leadership.Today, Dr. Mark serves as the Global Director for South Asia with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), providing strategic leadership to a network of more than 1,000 Christian schools across the region. Through his leadership, thousands of educators and hundreds of thousands of students are being equipped to pursue excellence...
2026-09-28
29 min
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 33: The Courage to Think
How do we help students navigate complexity, truth, and discernment? Emily Pigott has helpful insights on how to lead students in not only what to think, but how to process the biggest questions. - Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's VP of Educational Resources & Student Programs.
2026-09-21
21 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 20: Accreditation Story with Heather Hager & School Spotlight w/ David Kilgore
Heather Hager, Head of School at Harp's Crossing Christian Academy (GA), didn't realize how beneficial the ACSI accreditation process would be until she experienced it. Hear her school's story and also learn what makes Calvary Christian High School (FL) unique with Head of School David Kilgore. Learn more about ACSI accreditation at www.acsi.org/accreditation
2026-08-28
12 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 74: Spiritual Formation Matters: A Research Perspective, with Dr. Lynn Swaner
Discussing the latest research on spiritual formation, Dr. Lynn Swaner joins the Grafted Together Podcast. Dr. Lynn Swaner is the President, US at Cardus, a non-partisan think tank dedicated to clarifying and strengthening, through research and dialogue, the ways in which society’s institutions can work together for the common good. She is a Senior Fellow at ACSI. Dr. Swaner holds a doctorate in organizational leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University and a diploma in strategy and innovation from University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School. Digital Resources: Cardus Cardus Educat...
2026-08-24
53 min
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Student Leadership & Learning Ep 32: Leading Beyond the Spotlight: Developing Servant Leaders in a Self-Focused Culture
When student leadership becomes primarily about being seen, the heart behind it is corrupted. At the same time, it is good to recognize students when they serve others. Emily Pigott provides a helpful framework for developing students who lead beyond the spotlight. - Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's VP of Educational Resources & Student Programs.
2026-08-17
18 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 72: Lead with Prayer, with David Balik and Mike Epp
Jerry Nelson talks with ACSI's Mike Epp and Dr. David Balik about the foundation of prayer in leadership roles. Watch this episode on YouTube! Mike Epp & David Balik bios: Mike Epp has served for more than four decades in Christian education, including 19 years at Pan American Christian Academy in São Paulo, Brazil. Now in his 19th year with ACSI, he serves as the Vice President of Global Development. Mike holds a Master’s in Education and Guidance, a B.S. in Social Sciences, and a Specialist Certificate in Educational Leadership. Dr...
2026-08-06
57 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together 70: May All Your Families Flourish, with Lainie Montgomery
Lainie Montgomery, ACSI Director of Spiritual Formation, talks with Jerry Nelson about the Flourishing Families initiative and how to get all constituents at your school to see family as a core value. Flourishing Families website: https://flourishingfamiliesplan.org/ Lainie Montgomery serves as the Director of Spiritual Formation for ACSI, where she leads initiatives that help schools cultivate Christ-centered spiritual formation for staff, students, and families. With more than 30 years of experience in family ministry across church, parachurch, and Christian education settings, she is passionate about equipping schools to partner with families in lifelong discipleship. In 2025...
2026-07-27
34 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 69: Reading Your Bible for All It's Worth, Part One
Jerry Nelson shares a brief devotional-style teaching on Biblical study. This episode is also on YouTube with powerpoint slides accompanying it. Watch here: https://youtu.be/FrC9c6Ud69o When the assumptions we have held about scripture are challenged, it is the responsibility of every believer to return to the inerrant, infallible word of God to hear his voice afresh. Hear more insights in this episode of Grafted Together from ACSI.
2026-07-21
08 min
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 31: Reclaiming the Middle | Why Middle School is the Most Strategic Leadership Window
Middle school is not something to get through. It's something to steward. Emily Pigott provides ways to reclaim the middle and capitalize on the special opportunities that middle school educators possess. -- Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's VP of Educational Resources & Student Programs. The ACSI Podcasts help sharpen your leadership and explore w...
2026-07-20
16 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 9: Failing Forward (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones sits down with Dr. Edward Bunn to discuss lessons he has learned as a leader and ways in which he has grown. -- The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts
2026-07-10
08 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 19: From California Public School to Indonesian Christian Education, with Helen Schleper
Helen Schleper is the Head of School at Sekolah Pelita Harapan (Lippo Village campus) in Jakarta, Indonesia. Helen talks with ACSI Chief Ministry Officer Dr. Gavin Brettenny about her journey from San Jose, CA to Indonesia, the importance of teaching classes before—or during—her tenure as a head of school, and lessons from the International Christian Educator Conference. Sekolah Pelita Harapan: https://sph.edu/ Previous episode with Mark Thiessen of Sekolah Pelita Harapan: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts/ACSI-podcasts/sharpening-kingdom-leaders-ep-15--mark-thiessen-and-a-calling-to-christian-school-leadership
2026-07-08
15 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 68: Education that Disciples, with AJ Crocker & Caleb Williams
Jerry Nelson talks with AJ Crocker and Caleb Williams about the importance of spiritual formation and discipleship, and the lessons they've learned in their journey in Christian education. Caleb Williams is the Director of Student Development & Discipleship at Briercrest Christian Academy, College, and Seminary in Saskatchewan. Caleb resides in Caronport, Saskatchewan, with his wife, Jori, and their three daughters. With a decade of experience in Christian education, he served for nine years as the Director of Discipleship at Briercrest Christian Academy, where he developed a deep-seated passion for allowing spiritual formation to permeate the entire school...
2026-07-07
1h 12
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Grafted Together Ep 67: Abiding with Christ in the New School Year, with Josh Leonard
Guest host Josh Leonard shares insights from Jesus' teaching about a fruit-bearing tree to encourage Christian educators to abide in Christ. How can we recognize both the presence and the work of our creator the entire day? This episode is part of a series of episodes hosted by core members of ACSI's Spiritual Formation Network. Learn more about the SFN at www.acsi.org/spiritual-formation Josh Leonard is the Executive Director of Spiritual Formation at Foundation Academy (FL). Josh and his wife Abby live in Central Florida with their three children: Julia, Liam, and Jacob. Af...
2026-06-30
15 min
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Grafted Together Ep 65: From Belonging to Unity, with Tia Gaines
True unity is not forced uniformity, but a Christ-centered commitment to relationship & shared purpose. Tia Gaines, Executive Director of UnifiEd, shares how Christian education can move beyond surface-level diversity efforts toward genuine biblical unity. Tia Gaines is the Executive Director of UnifiEd: A Center for Hope and Unity, and she also serves as Associate Director in the Office of Social Equity and Community, part of the President’s Center, at the University of Pennsylvania. A seasoned consultant, writer, and conference speaker, Tia is passionate about advancing kingdom diversity, unity, and belonging within Christian education. Tia sits on th...
2026-06-23
1h 03
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Grafted Together Ep 63: Parent Engagement, with Mark Wickersham
Guest host Mark Wickersham discusses parent engagement and provides practical steps. Students with engaged parents tend to do better academically, socially, and most importantly, spiritually. So how do we get parents engaged? This episode is part of a series of episodes hosted by core members of ACSI's Spiritual Formation Network. Learn more about the SFN at www.acsi.org/spiritual-formation Mark Wickersham, aka Wick, is in his 10th year at Evansville Christian School (ECS), 24th year in Christian education, and 31st year in education. He was a classroom teacher for 17 years, teaching primarily social studies an...
2026-06-18
08 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 62: Service, Suffering, and Awe in the Christ-centered Curriculum, with Dr. Nathan Johnson
Dr. Nathan Johnson, Head of School at Charleston Bilingual Academy, joins the Grafted Together Podcast to discuss how what we teach--and how we teach-- in Christian schools should be colored by suffering, service, and awe. Dr. Nathan Johnson is the Head of School at Charleston Bilingual Academy in South Carolina and serves on the board of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). A 2001 graduate of Furman University (B.A., History and Secondary Education), he went on to earn an M.Ed. from Columbia International University and an Ed.D. from Vanderbilt University, where his research focused...
2026-06-16
55 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 8: Attention to Detail That Slips Into Micromanagement (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones and Dr. Edward Bunn discuss ways leaders can maintain high standards without slipping into micromanagement, by empowering teams while fostering trust. -- The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts
2026-06-12
13 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 61: Implementing a Bible Reading Plan to Increase Biblical Literacy, with Sean Englert
Guest host Sean Englert shares what Northlake Christian School (LA) has learned through student assessments about biblical literacy and what type of biblical reading plan can help. This episode is part of a series of episodes hosted by core members of ACSI's Spiritual Formation Network. Learn more about the SFN at www.acsi.org/spiritual-formation Sean Englert serves as the Head of School and Director of Spiritual Life at Northlake Christian School in Covington, Louisiana. He is passionate about seeing communities flourish as God’s people love and serve their neighbors. Believing that Christian education is a...
2026-06-11
22 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 18: The "No-Brainer" of the LDRP (with Philip Scott), and PPA Summit Keynote Speaker Dr. Shirley Magazi
Learn about how the Legal Defense Reimbursement Fund can supplement your school's risk management with ACSI VP for Legal Affairs, Philip Scott. Also hear about advocacy work in Christian education and the Public Policy and Advocacy Summit from keynote speaker Dr. Shirley Magazi. Learn more about the LDRP at www.acsi.org/LDRP Register for the Public Policy & Advocacy Summit at www.acsi.org/Summit Dr. Shirley Magazi is actively involved in legislative reform, civic engagement, and national development from a biblical worldview, primarily in Namibia, Africa. She serves as...
2026-06-05
19 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 59: AI and the Tower of Babel, with Samantha Farinacci
Guest host Samantha Farinacci of Oaks Christian Online School shares insights on chaplaining at a Christian school during an era of artificial intelligence. This is the first of several episodes this summer that will be hosted by core members of ACSI's Spiritual Formation Network. Learn more about the SFN at www.acsi.org/spiritual-formation Samantha (Sam) Farinacci received her bachelor's degree in English at California Lutheran University and her master's degree in theology at Fuller Theological Seminary. She loves her job at Oaks Christian Online School where she develops online spiritual formation and Christian education for 6-12...
2026-06-04
16 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 58: Assessing Your School with the Flourishing Faith Index, with Dr. Steve Whitaker
Dr. Steve Whitaker, Head of School at The First Academy (FL), talks with Jerry Nelson about the Flourishing Faith Index and how to properly assess your school's spiritual formation progress. Learn more about the FFI at acsi.org/ffi Dr. Steve D. Whitaker has been the Head of School at The First Academy since July 2003. Under his leadership, the school has implemented an ambitious spiritual formation agenda, achieved significant enrollment growth, and celebrated remarkable academic successes. Through multiple capital campaigns, the campus has undergone major additions and renovations, with The First Academy families and friends generously pledging over $60 million to su...
2026-06-02
38 min
The Modern Customer Podcast
Airline Customer Satisfaction Improving, ACSI Data Show
Airline customer satisfaction increased 3% year over year. That's one of the strongest gains across the travel sector, according to new research from the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). This week on The Modern Customer Podcast, Forrest Morgeson, Director of Research Emeritus at ACSI, shares what's driving those gains and how airlines are improving across multiple customer touchpoints—from mobile apps and reservations to in-flight internet and access to information throughout the travel journey. 🎧 Listen to the conversation and explore the latest ACSI Travel Study. Blake Morgan was called...
2026-06-02
22 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 17: Starting a Christian School in India, with David Singh
David Singh is the founder of Harbour International School in India. He talks with ACSI Chief Ministry Officer Dr. Gavin Brettenny about leading a Christian school in India and how the school lives out faith within the context of Indian culture. Harbour International School: https://www.harboureducation.org/
2026-06-01
18 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 57: Equipping for the Journey (Spiritual Formation Network Wrap-up)
Douglas Campbell, Senior Coordinator with the ACSI Ministry Team, hosts this edition of the Grafted Together Podcast alongside three members of the ACSI Spiritual Formation Network, Josh Leonard, Mark Wickersham, and Lilly Wooten. Guest bios: Mark Wickersham is in his 10th year at Evansville Christian School (where he serves as the Director of Spiritual Formation), 24th year in Christian education, and 31st year in education. Mark served as a Christian educator in South Korea for one year and in Northern China for 13 years before returning to Indiana. Digital Resources: 1. www.evansvillechristian.org/...
2026-05-28
57 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 55: Faithful in the Long Walk, with Laci Demeter
Laci Demeter, Director of ACSI Europe, shares a devotional about long-term faithful leadership, using the example of Noah. Laci shares how Noah's capacity to withstand the culture came from relationship, not willpower. More on Laci Demeter: Laci holds four master's degrees: MSc in Engineering, MA in Teaching EFL, MEd in Christian School Education, and EdS in Educational Leadership. Laci has been with ACSI Europe since 1995, and has served in various positions. He was appointed as Regional Director in 2011. Laci and Rita are blessed with six children and eight grandchildren, who provide unlimited educational anecdotes for his...
2026-05-25
15 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 54: Take the Romans Road and Live in a New Way, with Kim Park
This episode features Kim Park, ACSI Accreditation Specialist in the International Division, speaking in a recent ACSI online chapel service on how true believers live in the realm of the spirit. Kim Park is an experienced education professional who has served at ACSI for the past 11 years as an accreditation specialist for schools in the international division. A former educator, Kim holds a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Colorado and is committed to supporting quality education and school improvement. Beyond her professional role, Kim is deeply involved in ministry as a wo...
2026-05-21
20 min
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 29: Not Just Information, but Spiritual Formation (Student Testimonies)
Emily Pigott hears from four seniors at Christian schools about how Christ-centered education has shaped their understanding of God and their own identities. These interviews were captured at a recent ACSI Apologetics Conference in Florida.
2026-05-18
27 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 53: Take the Romans Road and Be Transformed, with Dr. Mauro Meister
This episode features Dr. Mauro Meister, Director of ACSI Brazil, speaking on the Romans Road in a recent ACSI online chapel service. Mauro has been involved with Christian Education for over 30 years in theology and over 20 years with Christian Schools. He holds a Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.) from the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa, and a Th.M. from Covenant Theological Seminary. He is a pastor in a church he planted in São Paulo. He is the author of the books Law & Grace and The Origin of Idolatry.
2026-05-14
22 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 7: Quiet Isn’t Always Healthy (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones sits down with Dr. Edward Bunn to explore ways leaders can listen beyond the silence to uncover hidden disengagement, misalignment, or burnout. Watch this episode on YouTube! The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts
2026-05-08
14 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 52: Who is the Holy Spirit? The Lord, the Giver of Life, with Mike Epp
This episode features Mike Epp, ACSI Senior Vice President of Global Development, speaking on the Holy Spirit during a recent ACSI Chapel service. Mike has been involved in Christian school education for over 40 years, including nearly 20 with ACSI. Mike served at Pan American Christian Academy, a bilingual international Christian school in São Paulo, Brazil, for 19 years. He holds a Master’s in Education and Guidance, a B.S. in Social Sciences, and a Specialist Certificate in Educational Leadership.
2026-05-07
20 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 16: A Testimony in Christian Education in Thailand, with Jenn Lindemuth
Jenn Lindemuth is the Curriculum Director of Chang Rai International Christian School in Thailand. She sits down with ACSI Chief Ministry Officer Dr. Gavin Brettenny to discuss the makeup of her school and her journey in Christ-centered education. Chang Rai International Christian School: https://crics.asia/
2026-05-04
12 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 15: Dr. Tim Padgett and Megan Almon | Part of a Greater Story in Christian Education
Dr. Tim Padgett, Resident Theologian with the Colson Center, and Megan Almon, a speaker with Stand to Reason, are both keynote presenters at the upcoming Rooted Educator Worldview Summit (June 15-17 in Colorado Springs). They share pieces of what they will speak on at the Summit; to register, visit acsi.org/rooted.
2026-04-29
16 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 51: Care in Hardship, with Courtney Crenshaw & Brayden Brown
Douglas Campbell, Senior Coordinator with the ACSI Ministry Team, hosts this edition of the Grafted Together Podcast alongside two members of the ACSI Spiritual Formation Network, Courtney Crenshaw and Brayden Brown. Courtney Crenshaw leads a team of five youth pastors at Liberty Christian School in Argyle, Texas. She is passionate about intentional discipleship of the next generation, equipping staff members to confidently step into their roles as disciple-makers and partnering with parents in the stewardship and care of their children. In addition to her role in Spiritual Life, Courtney has developed Liberty’s Student Protection Pro...
2026-04-27
1h 19
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Stronger Together Ep 14: Dr. Adam Wilson on Student Mental Health, and Elizabeth Urbanowicz on identity
This episode features Dr. Adam Wilson, speaker at the Secure & Sound Mental Health Symposium (May 1 in Denver, with a virtual option as well), and Elizabeth Urbanowicz, speaker at the Rooted Educator Worldview Summit (June 15-17 in Colorado Springs). Register for the Secure & Sound Mental Health Symposium at acsi.org/secure Register for the Rooted Educator Worldview Summit at acsi.org/rooted
2026-04-15
15 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 6: The Open-Door Illusion (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones sits down with Dr. Edward Bunn to discuss ways to move beyond the typical “my door is always open” promise and truly create an environment where people feel safe, heard, and encouraged to speak openly. Watch this episode on YouTube! The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worl...
2026-04-10
14 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 48: Addressing Gender Ideology: Four Foundational Strategies
This episode is from a recent meeting of ACSI Early Educators in which Jerry Nelson spoke to the group about a biblical approach to current cultural beliefs on gender. To connect with the ACSI Early Education team, please visit https://www.acsi.org/academic-programs/early-education/early-education-network
2026-04-09
29 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 13: Dr. Sean McDowell on Building a Culture of Curious Students
Dr. Sean McDowell, keynote speaker at the upcoming Rooted Educator Worldview Summit, joins the podcast to discuss Rooted, how to encourage questions in your classroom, and the impact of Christian education when done right—or wrong. To register for the Rooted Educator Worldview Summit this June 15-17 in Colorado Springs, CO, visit acsi.org/rooted
2026-04-03
14 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 43: From Spiritual Formation to Biblical Unity, with Deon Parker
Deon Parker rejoins the Grafted Together Podcast to discuss biblical themes stemming from the recent ACSI Biblical Unity Summit. Deon is the author of ChristiUnity: The History of God-authored Unity as well as Biblical Unity: It Takes You And Me. Deon Parker has spent over two decades in vocational Christian ministry–primarily in pastoral ministry. He is currently serving as the Director of Biblical Unity at Christian Academy School System in Louisville, Kentucky & New Albany, Indiana. Deon is the author of ChristiUnity: The History of God-authored Unity as well as Biblical Unity: It Takes You An...
2026-03-23
1h 21
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 27: The Leadership Gap | Why Capable Students Often Lack Leadership Readiness
Why do some students seem to be ready for leadership but don't take the initiative, and what can we do about it? Emily Pigott has insights on what leads to the leadership gap and how educators can help bridge it. -- Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's VP of Educational Resources & Student Programs. The...
2026-03-13
17 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 5: Neglecting Middle Leaders (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones sits down with Dr. Edward Bunn to discuss ways to recognize the crucial role that middle leaders serve as the "bridge" between upper-level leadership and staff. The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts
2026-03-06
12 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 12: FSi, the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship, and an ACSI Europe Update
Hear a snippet of Trevin Wax's presentation at the 2026 FSi Dallas, learn more about the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship, and hear how God is working through ACSI Europe. For more on the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship, visit everystudenteverystate.org and childrenstuitionfund.org
2026-02-27
15 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 36: Putting the Human back in Human Resources, with Chris Loncar
What is the responsibility of leaders to invest in the spiritual formation of the employees they steward? Chris Loncar, ACSI's VP of Human Resources, discusses how organizations should care for their most important asset: people. Chris Loncar is the VP of Human Resources at ACSI. He spent the first 10 years of his calling as a pastor before transitioning to the human resources field, a blend that has given him a versatile and thoughtful approach to leading the HR function of an organization. He has a bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management and is a Senior Certified Professional th...
2026-02-24
41 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 35: Building an Organizational Commitment to Biblical Unity, with Darin Long
Darin Long hosts a session on making biblical unity a goal across your entire organization, using stories from his Christian school leadership experience. Darin Long is the Superintendent of the Christian Academy School System, serving more than 3,000 students across campuses in Louisville, Kentucky, and New Albany, Indiana. With over 26 years in education — from teacher to principal to superintendent — Darin also serves in leadership roles with ACSI and statewide education boards. Darin Long presentation slides: https://www.acsi.org/docs/default-source/communication---engagement/podcasts/updated-darin-long-biblical-unity-summit-slides.pdf Click here for a document on the Biblical Unity Summ
2026-02-23
27 min
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 26: The Architecture of Influence: How Classroom Culture Forms Student Leaders Before You Ever Teach a Lesson
The question isn't if culture transforms students, but how. Emily Pigott shares what it means to make classrooms a place of safety and being known for the sake of spiritual growth. -- Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's VP of Educational Resources & Student Programs. The ACSI Podcasts help sharpen your leadership and explore ways t...
2026-02-13
20 min
CLATV Outcomes
The Called to Flourish Podcast - How ACSI Built a High-Trust Culture That People Want to Stay In — Dr. Larry Taylor, ACSI
What does it take to build a workplace culture where people genuinely trust leadership—and want to stay? In this episode of Called to Flourish, Dr. Larry Taylor, President & CEO of ACSI, shares how ACSI strengthened organizational trust through intentional listening, leadership transparency, and faith-centered culture practices. Larry offers practical insight on turning employee feedback into action, involving executive leadership, and sustaining long-term culture momentum. You'll gain insight on: • Why trust is foundational to a healthy workplace culture • How leaders can move from feedback to meaningful action • What it takes to sustain en...
2026-02-09
40 min
The Called to Flourish Podcast
How ACSI Built a High-Trust Culture That People Want to Stay In — Dr. Larry Taylor, ACSI
What does it take to build a workplace culture where people genuinely trust leadership—and want to stay? In this episode of Called to Flourish, Dr. Larry Taylor, President & CEO of ACSI, shares how ACSI strengthened organizational trust through intentional listening, leadership transparency, and faith-centered culture practices. Larry offers practical insight on turning employee feedback into action, involving executive leadership, and sustaining long-term culture momentum. You'll gain insight on: • Why trust is foundational to a healthy workplace culture • How leaders can move from feedback to meaningful action • What it takes to sustain en...
2026-02-09
40 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 4: Communication Echo Chambers (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones interviews Dr. Edward Bunn to discuss strategies for clear communication that lead to collaboration and clarity. Watch this episode on YouTube! The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts
2026-02-06
13 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 11: Dr. Michael Lindsay on "Hinge Moments" and a Federal Tax Credit Scholarship explainer
Dr. Michael Lindsay, keynote speaker at FSi 2026, shares how to capitalize on life's "hinge moments," the topic of his keynote presentation at FSi this month. Also, learn how the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship could help your school, from Shanda Adams of the ACSI Children's Tuition Fund. Finally, see how Pantego Christian Academy (TX) supports its community. ACSI loves to highlight member schools! -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine-style format.
2026-01-30
13 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 31: The Transformative Power of Christian Education: The Gospel in the City
Russ Gregg started a Christian school in Minneapolis not only for his own kids, but for his neighborhood with no access to quality Christian education. Hear his insights on how to start a school and how Christian education can transform lives in a city. Russ Gregg (M.A. in Educational Leadership, Gordon College) has served as Head of School at Hope Academy in Minneapolis since its founding in 2000. For Spreading Hope, Russ is the Visionary President and co-Founder (alongside Dan Olson). In 1999, God inspired Russ to quit his job to help lay the groundwork for a classical C...
2026-01-29
53 min
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 25: Before We Teach, God Forms
Spiritual Formation is the Foundation of Student Leadership and Engaged Learning. Emily Pigott shares encouragement on being a Christlike example in the classroom, because when it comes to worldview formation, learning is never neutral. Watch this episode on YouTube! -- Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's VP of Educational Resources & Student Programs.
2026-01-23
10 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 30: Accreditation as Stewardship, with Stephen Deck
Jerry Nelson and Stephen Deck discuss a biblical view of accreditation. For more on accreditation, visit https://www.acsi.org/accreditation-certification/accreditation-for-schools Stephen Deck, Ed.S. serves as the Vice President of Education Standards for the Association of Christian Schools International, overseeing ACSI’s accreditation and credentialing teams. During his time at ACSI, Stephen has chaired numerous accreditation visits, served as the liaison between ACSI and partner accrediting agencies, and played a pivotal role in the revision of ACSI’s accreditation protocol. Prior to his time at ACSI, Stephen taught in an ACSI Accredited school. Steph...
2026-01-22
51 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 29: Ethnic Diversity and the Teacher/Leader Pipeline, with Dr. Page Curlee
Jerry Nelson and Dr. Page Curlee share research on recruiting and retaining a more diverse staff in Christian schools, drawing from Dr. Curlee's experience overseas. Digital Resources: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/page.curlee/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pagecurlee/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/page-curlee-edd-562294157/ Dr. Page Curlee is an educator and ministry leader passionate about fostering biblical unity and cultural humility in Christian communities. She recently earned her EdD in Educational Leadership from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, where her research focused on the shared lived exp...
2026-01-19
51 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Episode 28: Civil Discourse in an Age of Tribalism, with Philip Scott
Philip Scott, ACSI VP for Legal Affairs, discusses how what civil discourse should look like for Christians today, and how to properly view our involvement and responsibility to our immediate and larger community. Philip Scott’s background is a blend of education, religion, and law. He has taught middle and high school students U.S. Government and Civics in Christian schools. Most recently he has been a lecturer in undergraduate and graduate programs teaching on ethics, nonprofit law, and education law. Philip has been with ACSI since 2011. He currently serves as Vice President for Legal Affairs. He and h...
2026-01-15
49 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 3: Mission Drift Through Busyness (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones sits down with Dr. Edward Bunn to discuss how to recognize when our mission begins to drift and explore strategies for helping our teams stay aligned with the school’s Christ-centered mission. The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/po...
2026-01-09
09 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 27: Spiritual Formation Network Wrap-up: ESOs & Assessment
Douglas Campbell hosts an episode with three major contributors to ACSI's Spiritual Formation Network meetings: Laurie LaFon, Sean Englert, and Sam Farinacci. HOST BIOS: Laurie LaFon received her bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University and has been part of the Lucas Christian Academy community for over 22 years, with three of her four children graduating from LCA. Before becoming Director of Student Life eight years ago, she served in many volunteer roles and has spent more than 15 years in youth ministry. Laurie oversees the spiritual formation of students in grades 7–12 through chapel, retreats, small grou...
2025-12-17
59 min
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 24: The Gift of Presence - Rediscovering Stillness in a Noisy Season
Emily Pigott shares how to lead with presence to remind students that peace is not the absence of chaos, it's the awareness of Christ in that chaos. Isaiah 9:6 calls Jesus the Prince of Peace; your stillness reflects Him. -- Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's VP of Educational Resources & Student Programs. The ACSI Podcasts h...
2025-12-12
10 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 2: Resistance to Feedback (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones sits down with Dr. Edward Bunn to discuss strategies for receiving and implementing healthy feedback as leaders. The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: acsi.org/podcasts
2025-12-05
11 min
ACSI Podcasts
Stronger Together Ep 9: Catalyst, Apologetics, and Asheville Christian Academy's Recovery
This episode features Dr. Chad McNatt, Superintendent at Seattle Christian School (WA), on the topic of apologetics and students asking tough questions. We also hear from Heath Nivens, Head of School at McKinney Christian Academy (TX) at the Catalyst Conference, and return to Asheville Christian Academy (NC) to hear about their recovery from Hurricane Helene in 2024. Learn more about ACA and other stories at acsi.org/stories The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine style format.
2025-11-28
15 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 26: Trickle-Down Spiritual Formation and Worldview, with Dr. Jeff Lawrence
Jerry Nelson and Dr. Jeff Lawrence talk through building spiritual formation in schools from the top down, including defining a biblical worldview and practical steps leaders can take for spiritual formation in Christian schools. Jeff Lawrence is the Director of Spiritual Development at Foundation Academy (FL). He is a writer, teacher, and cultural apologist passionate about helping people think deeply and live faithfully in a world that often rejects absolute truth. The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education. All four shows of the A...
2025-11-21
1h 13
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 23: Equipping a Generation for Courageous Influence, Pt. 3
This episode completes a three-part series on equipping students to make a courageous influence, with this episode focused on actionable steps to call students up to meet their potential. -- Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's Student Leadership & Learning Director. The ACSI Podcasts help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate...
2025-11-14
21 min
ACSI Podcasts
Aha Leader Series Ep 1: Ignoring Your Own Spiritual Formation (Flourishing Journey Podcast)
Rachael Jones sits down with Dr. Edward Bunn to discuss ways to ensure that we as leaders intentionally focus on our own spiritual formation. The Flourishing Journey podcast explores strategies for building a thriving school culture through research and practical application. The show is hosted by Dr. Edward Bunn, ACSI's Director of Professional Development. The ACSI podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts
2025-11-07
12 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 25: Engaging Students at the Intersection of Christ & Culture, with Dan Stuart
Every school is being discipled by culture. Often, it happens subconsciously. To discuss how to engage students where Christ & culture meet, Dan Stuart joins Jerry Nelson and shares about his role as the Director of the Christian Leadership Program and Institute for Christ & Culture at The King's Academy (FL). Dan Stuart has a diverse teaching history from the youth group to the college classroom. During that time, his desires became clear: he wants to see students challenged through difficult questions and loved with the love of Christ. His education is in biblical studies and apologetics. --
2025-11-05
42 min
TriCiclo
ACSI vs Federciclismo: la frattura che divide il ciclismo amatoriale
Nell’episodio di oggi abbiamo avuto il piacere di incontrare Emiliano Borgna, vicepresidente ACSI e presidente di ACSI Ciclismo.Con lui affrontiamo un tema caldissimo nel mondo delle due ruote: la diatriba tra gli enti di promozione sportiva — in particolare ACSI e Federciclismo.Una situazione che ha generato tensioni, rotture e conseguenze concrete sia per gli organizzatori di eventi, sia per i tesserati di entrambi gli enti.In questa puntata raccogliamo il punto di vista di ACSI, in attesa di dare spazio anche alla controparte, per offrire un quadro completo e trasparente di quanto sta accadendo nel pano...
2025-11-03
53 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 24: Stewarding your Circumstances as a Christian Educator, with Mark Senseman
Jerry Nelson and Mark Senseman, Director of Business Development with Servant Solutions, discuss stewardship over finances, a biblical view of retirement, and other important topics that affect educators' lives in and out of the classroom. Mark serves as Director of Business Development at Servant Solutions. He develops, communicates, executes, and sustains corporate strategic initiatives. He is a 1988 graduate of Anderson University with a B.S. in Business Management. Servant Solution website https://servantsolutions.squarespace.com/employees-toolbox -- The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into ev...
2025-10-29
37 min
ACSI Podcasts
Grafted Together Ep 23: Measuring Spiritual Formation, with Paris Shewey
How do we know if we're producing faithful followers of Jesus? Paris Shewey, campus pastor at King's Way Christian Schools (WA), joins the podcast to share his own story of salvation and a simple survey he uses to evaluate spiritual formation in his students. To see the faith survey, visit here. Paris Shewey has also served with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He met Jesus in 2009 while playing baseball at Washington State University. Since then, he has carried that same work ethic, drive, and discipline into his walk with Christ and his mission to serve...
2025-10-24
45 min
ACSI Podcasts
Student Leadership & Learning Ep 22: Equipping a Generation for Courageous Influence, Pt. 2
Educators can help students understand their identity in Christ and foster genuine relationships in a digitally connected but lonely world. Learn more about equipping students to make a courageous influence, which continues a three-part series that began last episode. -- Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact, and develop student leaders. Your host is Emily Pigott, ACSI's Student Leadership & Learning Director. The ACSI Podcasts help s...
2025-10-17
17 min
Risk & Resolve
The Future of Christian Education with Larry Taylor, CEO of ACSI
ACSI President Larry Taylor joins Risk & Resolve to unpack the past, present, and future of Christ-centered education. We talk quality guardrails, teacher pipelines, global growth (especially Africa), and how churches and schools can partner to disciple the next generation. Main Talking PointsLarry’s journey: from public-school coach to leading Prestonwood Christian Academy and now ACSIStartup-to-scale lessons: facilities, strategic planning, and “quality control parameters” for mission fidelityPaying teachers fairly without pricing out families: tuition assistance and sustainable financial modelsSchool choice momentum, church partnerships, and stewardship of shared spaceNon-traditional growth: hybrid, homeschool, and online options—meeting “...
2025-10-15
1h 17
The Delighted Customers Podcast with Mark Slatin
#116 ACSI Insights: Linking Satisfaction to Business Outcomes with Forrest Morgeson, PhD
Dr. Forrest Morgeson, Interim Chairperson of the Marketing Department, Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing at Michigan State University, and former Director of Research at the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). With over two decades of rigorous research and numerous publications in top marketing journals, Dr. Morgeson shares his deep insights into the cyclical relationship between customer satisfaction and the economy. Discover how economic fluctuations, global events, and energy prices intricately affect customer contentment, and why satisfaction decreased pre-COVID only to rebound post-pandemic. Dr. Morgeson provides a critical analysis of the Biden administration's efforts to enhance...
2024-12-26
37 min
The Trusted Guide Podcast with Mark Slatin
#116 ACSI Insights: Linking Satisfaction to Business Outcomes with Forrest Morgeson, PhD
Dr. Forrest Morgeson, Interim Chairperson of the Marketing Department, Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing at Michigan State University, and former Director of Research at the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). With over two decades of rigorous research and numerous publications in top marketing journals, Dr. Morgeson shares his deep insights into the cyclical relationship between customer satisfaction and the economy. Discover how economic fluctuations, global events, and energy prices intricately affect customer contentment, and why satisfaction decreased pre-COVID only to rebound post-pandemic. Dr. Morgeson provides a critical analysis of the Biden administration's efforts to enhance...
2024-12-26
37 min
The Trusted Guide Podcast with Mark Slatin
#116 ACSI Insights: Linking Satisfaction to Business Outcomes with Forrest Morgeson, PhD
Dr. Forrest Morgeson, Interim Chairperson of the Marketing Department, Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing at Michigan State University, and former Director of Research at the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). With over two decades of rigorous research and numerous publications in top marketing journals, Dr. Morgeson shares his deep insights into the cyclical relationship between customer satisfaction and the economy. Discover how economic fluctuations, global events, and energy prices intricately affect customer contentment, and why satisfaction decreased pre-COVID only to rebound post-pandemic. Dr. Morgeson provides a critical analysis of the Biden administration's efforts to enhance...
2024-12-26
37 min
De Top van Nederland
De top van NL | Hoe voorziet campingspecialist ACSI álle kampeergeneraties van het beste vakantieadvies?
De campinggids van ACSI groeide de afgelopen 60 jaar uit tot een begrip onder Europese kampeerders. Maar hoe ziet de toekomst van het familiebedrijf eruit, in een snel veranderende campingwereld die allerlei nieuwe kampeerwensen en uitdagingen met zich meebrengt? In ‘De top van Nederland’ een uitgebreid gesprek met Ramon van Reine, algemeen directeur van campingspecialist ACSI. Presentator Thomas van Zijl vraagt hem... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-12-04
22 min
Camping Business
Podcast (EN) – Ramon van Reine - ACSI
In a interview at first the Catalan Camping Congress, Ramon van Reine, CEO of ACSI, discussed the company's efforts in digitalization and sustainability within the camping sector. ACSI has developed digital tools such as the Camping Comfort app and a digital Camping Card to enhance campsite operations, improve sustainability, and save time at reception desks. The Camping Comfort app, introduced two years ago, allows clients to order services and access information digitally, reducing the need for printed materials. The digital Camping Card facilitates faster check-ins by providing campsites with detailed client information.In this episode...
2024-05-24
08 min
AI For All Podcast
How AI Can Make You Learn Faster | ACSI Labs' Lia DiBello | Artificial Intelligence Podcast
On this episode of the AI For All Podcast, Lia DiBello, Chief Science Officer at ACSI Labs, joins Ryan Chacon and Neil Sahota to discuss accelerated learning with AI. They talk about the business applications of accelerated learning, cloning expertise, how accelerated learning saved a biotech company from ruin, data-driven decision-making, human cognition, creative thinking, and how fear is learned. Dr. Lia DiBello is the innovator behind the FutureView™ Platform and the cognitive science behind it. Her research was funded by numerous awards from the National Science Foundation, NASA, and the National Academies of Science. DiBello is best known fo...
2023-11-09
22 min
Camping Business
Podcast (EN) – Ramon Van Reine - CEO of ACSI
Welcome to another exciting episode of Conversazioni @ Camping Business. Today, we had the privilege to sit down with Ramon Van Reine, the CEO of ACSI, at SIA Hospitality Design 2023 in Rimini. In this interview, Ramon shares insights on:· The growth and challenges faced by the camping industry, especially during the Covid period· ACSI's impressive comeback, transitioning from challenges during 2020 to a fantastic season· The surge in camping popularity during the pandemic and how research shows campers are preferring it over traditional hotel stays· ACSI's digital trans...
2023-10-20
11 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Moving Forward Flourishing Series: Leadership Interdependence
About Today’s Show Today’s podcast features Jon Eckert, the Copple Professor for Christians in School Leadership at Baylor University and a Cardus Senior Fellow. Jon talks with Lynn Swaner about the Flourishing Schools construct of Leadership Interdependence, where “leaders, including board members, have diverse backgrounds and are transparent about and rely on others to offset their weaknesses.” Jon shares his work around collective leadership and shares insights for Christian schools on creating dynamic leadership teams that do transformative work together. To go further in learning about this construct, check out the blog post Collecti...
2023-04-27
16 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Moving Forward Flourishing Series: Resilience
About Today’s Show Today’s podcast features Rex Miller, founder of MindShift and author of WHOLE: What Teachers Need to Help Students Thrive. Rex talks with Lynn Swaner about the Flourishing Schools construct of Resilience, applied to Christian school leaders and teachers, where they “handle stress effectively and respond well to/bounce back from difficult situations.” Rex unpacks the dangers of the “caregiver’s dilemma” and shares principles for post-traumatic growth in schools. To go further in learning about educator resilience, check out these resources: Blog post Caring Too Much: How Educators Can Fill the Gap W...
2023-03-29
18 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Moving Forward Flourishing Series: Gods Story
About Today’s Show Today’s podcast features Marianne Vangoor, Director of Leadership at Edvance in Ontario, Canada. Marianne talks with Lynn Swaner about the Flourishing Schools construct of God’s Story, where “students believe they are a part of God’s bigger plan and can be used by Him to ‘make a difference’.” Marianne shares insights on how schools can ask “what does love require?” as a guiding question for students and staff as they grow in faith and serve God and their communities. To go further in learning about this construct, check out these resources:...
2023-03-01
21 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Moving Forward Flourishing Series: Caring Environment
About Today’s Show Today’s podcast features Sean Schat, Assistant Professor of Education at Redeemer University in Ancaster, Ontario (Canada). Sean talks with Lynn Swaner about the Flourishing Schools construct of Caring Environment, where alumni report that “teachers were kind, students felt included in class, and students were protected from bullying.” Sean unpacks the idea of educational care and shares his research on how it takes much more than just good intentions to build relationships with students. Rather, educational care also requires that teachers effectively communicate care, that students perceive and receive the care offered by teachers...
2023-02-02
16 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
“The Open Generation”: New Barna Research on Today’s Teens
In this podcast, Dr. Lynn Swaner interviews Dr. David Kinnaman, President of the Barna Group, on a new research project on today’s teens. As a partner in the research, ACSI is working with Barna to apply this research in the Christian education context and deliver insights to Christian school educators all over the world. Called “The Open Generation,” the research reveals how today’s teens are open to Jesus and the Bible, and how Christian adults are greater influences in their lives toward faith than anything else. Dr. Kinnaman shares how this is encouraging news for Christian school leaders...
2023-01-16
14 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Moving Forward Flourishing Series: Insular Culture
About Today’s Show Today’s podcast features Tia Gaines, director for Educational Strategies for UnifiEd, A Center for Hope and Unity. Tia talks with Lynn Swaner about the Flourishing Schools construct of Insular Culture, where “the school shields students from the world’s brokenness, the school is independent from the surrounding community, and/or the student body lacks diversity.” The conversation focuses on creating communities of belonging for students within Christian schools. To go further in learning about this construct, check out these resources: The UnifiEd Digest ACSI’s PD by Design series...
2023-01-06
16 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Moving Forward Flourishing Series: Responsiveness to Special Needs
Today’s podcast features Elizabeth Lucas Dombrowski, Director of All Belong Center for Inclusive Education. Elizabeth talks with Lynn Swaner about the Flourishing Schools construct of Responsiveness to Special Needs, where “teaching staff works together to serve students with special needs, aided by processes and resources for identifying and responding to those needs.” To go further in learning about this construct, check out these resources: ACSI’s Leading Insights: Special Education and Inclusion monograph ACSI’s PD by Design Belonging Together with Elizabeth Blog post All Belong: Defining Christian Community by Elizabeth All Belong’s Christ-Cente...
2022-10-27
15 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Moving Forward Flourishing Series: Questioning
About Today’s Show Today’s podcast features Justin Smith, Head of the Upper School and Vice President of Little Rock Christian Academy. Justin talks with Lynn Swaner about the Flourishing Schools construct of Questioning, where “students have doubts about their faith, lack time to pray or study the Bible, and feel that most Christians are too judgmental.” Justin share how questions can actually be harnessed in the classroom as tools for both spiritual formation and academic learning. To go further in learning about this construct, check out these resources: An article in the LRCA War...
2022-09-22
16 min
CEO Roundtable
Daniel G. Abrego | CEO of ACSI
On this inaugural episode of the CEO Roundtable Podcast, we’re chatting with Daniel G Abrego, CEO of ACSI Tech. Dan has been in the telecommunications business nearly 20 years, 10 of those years as CEO.As a company, ASCI provides telecommunications services to some of the biggest names in internet service. As an influential organization, it’s changing the way companies should think about their employees. For Dan, that thought originated out of compassion for the struggles that those in his industry are accustomed to. “Unfortunately they live check to check and if their car breaks down or...
2022-02-15
28 min
Kingdom Culture Conversations
[From Washington D.C.] The ACSI Legal and Legislative Team: Is President Biden's Federal Vaccine Mandate Legal? Will it Apply to Christian Schools?
The return of "What About?" Wednesdays! Text us your questions for apologist and pastor Robby Lashua!As the 2021 ACSI Legal Legislative Conference wraps up in Washington D.C., Mr. Brown has the unique opportunity to sit down with three key players within the Legal and Legislative ACSI advocacy group: Tom Cathey, the ACSI Chief of Staff; Steven Novotny, the ACSI General Counsel and Vice-President of Public Policy; and George Tryfiates, ACSI's Director of Governmental Affairs. The resulting Kingdom Culture Conversation that they enjoy is far-reaching but, in light of the recent news that President Biden has announced a f...
2021-09-17
35 min
The Sword & The Trowel
TS&TT: Christian Education, ACSI, & Walter Strickland’s New “UnifiED”
Today on The Sword & The Trowel, Tom Ascol and Jared Longshore discuss the godless ideologies that seem to be creeping into our educational system. They address the recent announcement from The Association of Christian Schools International on their new partnership with UnifEd and the emphasis on diversity, inclusion and racial reconciliation. They also discuss Danny Akin's appeal for white evangelicals to give up power in the name of equality, what biblical reconciliation looks like and how Christians should view education. The Institute of Public Theology: www.instituteofpublictheology.org SALE (Use the code BWS15): By What...
2021-03-30
30 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
How to Support Women’s Leadership in Christian Schools
This month’s podcast features Becki Rust, ACSI Thought Leadership Project Coordinator, who interviews Dr. Maria Varlet, Head of Research and Innovation at Crest Education in Melbourne, Australia, about the importance of women's leadership in Christian education. They discuss ways to develop women’s leadership through mentoring, building a leadership network, and taking a strengths-based approach, as well as Maria's recent blog post for the new Women Leaders for Christian Education blog.
2020-11-11
24 min
Camper on Tour - DER Camping Podcast mit Dominic Bagatzky | Wohnwagen (Caravan), Wohnmobil , Kastenwagen oder Dachzelt
ACSI CampingCard - Eine Rabattkarte für jedermann?
Beim campen Geld sparen ist nie verkehrt. Es gibt diverse Rabattkarten. Die ACII CampingCard ist eine davon, wenn nicht sogar die bekannteste. Nur lohnt sich diese Rabattkarte für jeden Camper? Inhalte Wie viel kann man mit der CampingCard sparen Wo kann man mit der ACSI Karte sparen Was ist alles in den vergünstigten Festpreisen inkludiert Wann kann man sparen mit der ACSI CampingCard Wie kann man die ACSI Karte erwerben Fazit Schreib mir Themenvorschläge, Ideen, Anregungen.Ich freue mich über jede Mail. ► dominic@camperontour.net Link zum Bl...
2020-05-11
15 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Learning from the Future
This month’s podcast features Tom Rudmik, who is the CEO and Founder of Master’s Academy and College, an award-winning R&D Christian school located in Calgary, Canada. I interview Tom about Master’s Future Ready Model of Education and the innovative methods that Master’s uses to prepare students to “learn from the future.” Tom also shares insights for Christian school leaders as they work to inspire their staff and teachers toward transformation. Additional Resources: Check out Tom Rudmik’s post on the ACSI blog, How Do Students Learn from the Future? for an overview...
2019-09-26
27 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Pursuing Shalom: Christian Education in the City
This month’s podcast features Jake Becker, Head of School at The City School in Philadelphia. I talk with Jake about the what makes The City School unique, including the school’s history of multiple successful mergers, their emphasis on socioeconomic diversity, and their schoolwide focus on shalom as a unifying concept for an open admissions school. Jake also shares insights on navigating the challenges facing today’s Christian schools with courage and a willingness to take risks, as well as what lies ahead for the next generation of Christian school leaders. Read the ACSI Blog.
2019-04-26
18 min
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
Making Schooling Choices in a Competitive Schooling Market
The joint Barna-ACSI research report entitled “Multiple Choice: How Parents Sort Education Options in a Changing Market” which came out in 2017, addresses the educational needs of today’s families, how they make schooling choices in a competitive schooling market, and the implications for Christian schools.
2018-08-09
20 min
Podcast ILUMINANDO
ILUMINANDO - ACSI
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2017-09-01
15 min
Podcast ILUMINANDO
Iluminando - acsi
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2017-09-01
15 min