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ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 16: A Testimony in Christian Education in Thailand, with Jenn LindemuthJenn 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/ 
2026-05-0412 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 15: Dr. Tim Padgett and Megan Almon | Part of a Greater Story in Christian EducationDr. 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.
2026-04-2916 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 51: Care in Hardship, with Courtney Crenshaw & Brayden BrownDouglas 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...
2026-04-271h 19ACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 14: Dr. Adam Wilson on Student Mental Health, and Elizabeth Urbanowicz on identityThis 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
2026-04-1515 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsAha 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...
2026-04-1014 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 48: Addressing Gender Ideology: Four Foundational StrategiesThis 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
2026-04-0929 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 13: Dr. Sean McDowell on Building a Culture of Curious StudentsDr. 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
2026-04-0314 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 43: From Spiritual Formation to Biblical Unity, with Deon ParkerDeon 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...
2026-03-231h 21ACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 27: The Leadership Gap | Why Capable Students Often Lack Leadership ReadinessWhy 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...
2026-03-1317 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsAha 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
2026-03-0612 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 12: FSi, the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship, and an ACSI Europe UpdateHear 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
2026-02-2715 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 36: Putting the Human back in Human Resources, with Chris LoncarWhat 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...
2026-02-2441 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 35: Building an Organizational Commitment to Biblical Unity, with Darin LongDarin 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
2026-02-2327 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 26: The Architecture of Influence: How Classroom Culture Forms Student Leaders Before You Ever Teach a LessonThe 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...
2026-02-1320 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsAha 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
2026-02-0613 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 11: Dr. Michael Lindsay on "Hinge Moments" and a Federal Tax Credit Scholarship explainerDr. 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.
2026-01-3013 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 31: The Transformative Power of Christian Education: The Gospel in the CityRuss 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...
2026-01-2953 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 25: Before We Teach, God FormsSpiritual 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.
2026-01-2310 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 30: Accreditation as Stewardship, with Stephen DeckJerry 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...
2026-01-2251 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 29: Ethnic Diversity and the Teacher/Leader Pipeline, with Dr. Page CurleeJerry 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...
2026-01-1951 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Episode 28: Civil Discourse in an Age of Tribalism, with Philip ScottPhilip 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...
2026-01-1549 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsAha 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...
2026-01-0909 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 27: Spiritual Formation Network Wrap-up: ESOs & AssessmentDouglas 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...
2025-12-1759 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 24: The Gift of Presence - Rediscovering Stillness in a Noisy SeasonEmily 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...
2025-12-1210 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsAha 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
2025-12-0511 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 9: Catalyst, Apologetics, and Asheville Christian Academy's RecoveryThis 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.  
2025-11-2815 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 26: Trickle-Down Spiritual Formation and Worldview, with Dr. Jeff LawrenceJerry 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...
2025-11-211h 13ACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 23: Equipping a Generation for Courageous Influence, Pt. 3This 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...
2025-11-1421 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsAha 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
2025-11-0712 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 25: Engaging Students at the Intersection of Christ & Culture, with Dan StuartEvery 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. --
2025-11-0542 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 24: Stewarding your Circumstances as a Christian Educator, with Mark SensemanJerry 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...
2025-10-2937 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 23: Measuring Spiritual Formation, with Paris SheweyHow 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...
2025-10-2445 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 22: Equipping a Generation for Courageous Influence, Pt. 2Educators 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...
2025-10-1717 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsFlourishing Journey Ep 19: Leadership Development & GrowthRachael Jones, Assistant Director of Professional Development sits down with Dr. Edward Bunn, Director of Professional Development, to discuss Leadership Development and the newly redesigned Leadership University. 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
2025-10-1014 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 7: PPA Summit, ACSI's New Board Chair, Accreditation, & a Student RevivalHear about the 2025 Public Policy & Advocacy Summit that just wrapped up in D.C., get to know ACSI's new Board Chair, Elisa Carlson, and enjoy a spotlight on an ACSI school seeing a revival in its student body. For more on ACSI accreditation, visit acsi.org/accreditation.  
2025-10-0314 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 21: Pursuing Excellence and Righteousness in Sports, with Billy SparacioBilly Sparacio brings nearly 30 years of experience in high school athletics, and he uses sports as a platform to mold young men and women for life beyond the game. Learn more about Spiritual Formation Network meetings: https://www.acsi.org/professional-development/connect-with-networking-groups The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education. All four shows of the ACSI Podcasts have a new episode each month, available here on YouTube and in audio-only form on most major podcast platforms. These podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and...
2025-09-261h 10ACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 21: Equipping a Generation for Courageous InfluenceEven if students know they're meant to stand for truth, are they equipped to do so? Emily Pigott shares ways to equip students to actually follow through on their mission to impact their community with courageous influence. -- 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...
2025-09-1216 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 6: Latin Am. Update, International Education, & Early EdStuart Salazar, ACSI Divisional Director for Latin America, provides an update. Beth Afanador, a longtime international school educator, gives her reasons why teaching overseas is impactful to both students and the teacher themself. And finally, we highlight the ACSI Early Education workshops with Dr. Tyler Groves. -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine-style format.
2025-09-0511 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 19: AI and Biblical Worldview Integration, with Dr. Steve MasonDr. Steve Mason, Student Success Services Teacher at Southside Christian School in South Carolina, joins the Grafted Together Podcast to discuss Artificial Intelligence, biblical worldview integration, and human intelligence.  Read a chapter of Steve Mason's forthcoming book here, on Biblical Integration of Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence for Christian Educators. Access the PD slides that Steve Mason uses here, including a list of books, free AI sites for teachers, and current research. The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education. All four show...
2025-08-2939 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 20: Following Jesus the Teacher (TKA Devotional)Jerry Nelson led this devotional at The King's Academy (FL), an ACSI Exemplary Accredited School, on August 7, 2025. He challenged TKA's faculty to emulate Jesus the teacher, using John chapter 20. -- The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education.  Find more info on the rest of the ACSI Podcasts: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts
2025-08-2242 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 18: Expected Student Outcomes, with Josh LeonardJosh Leonard rejoins the podcast to discuss targets for students to know, understand, and believe upon graduation. They are integrated with academic and spiritual goals using a biblical worldview, emphasizing the importance of clear outcomes for effective education. The video highlights NRCA's approach with four umbrellas: spiritual formation, worldview orientation, academic thinking, and skills development. Learn more about Spiritual Formation Network meetings: https://www.acsi.org/professional-development/connect-with-networking-groups Josh Leonard has served for five years at North Raleigh Christian Academy and is currently leading in the role of Dean of Spiritual Formation and Discipleship. Josh...
2025-08-2236 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 20: What They Are Bringing Back: a Teacher's Guide to Post-Summer CultureStudents are returning to school shaped by culture, for better or for worse. Hear actionable strategies on how to capitalize on the beginning of the school year. Do you read the quarterly Student Leadership & Learning newsletters? Subscribe at www.acsi.org/subscribe  Watch this episode on YouTube! 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...
2025-08-1517 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 5: Global Updates & How to Capitalize on the Career CenterHear from ACSI's Divisional Directors in East Asia, Africa, and Asia Pacific, plus learn how to utilize ACSI's Career Center. Thanks to Divisional Directors Peter Lee, Dr. Sosthene Maletoungou, and Dr. Agus Susanto, and Manager of the ACSI Care Team Chris Scheer for joining the podcast.  -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine-style format.
2025-08-0112 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 17: Kingdom Education Principle #1Building on Dr. Glen Schultz's Kingdom Education Principles, Jerry Nelson covers Principle #1 in this episode: The education of children and youth is the primary responsibility of parents. See all the principles here: PDF of 14 principles The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education. All four shows of the ACSI Podcasts have a new episode each month, available here on YouTube and in audio-only form on most major podcast platforms. These podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school...
2025-07-2922 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 19: A New Way to Think About LeadershipDo you have a mistaken perception of leadership? Does it emphasize authenticity, selflessness, and Christ-like love? Emily Pigott encourages educators to model these values for their students and foster a culture of leadership that is built on enduring principles rather than fleeting charisma or ideal conditions. Watch this episode on YouTube! 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...
2025-07-1818 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsFlourishing Journey Ep 18: The Soft Skills of Leadership: Self-AwarenessDr. Edward Bunn sits down with Rex Miller, Author and Speaker, to discuss the leadership soft skill of self-awareness. 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
2025-07-1113 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 4: International School Leader Spotlight with Eric Moore in UkraineEric Moore, Director of Kyiv Christian Academy, discusses his background in Christian education and his current school in Kyiv, Ukraine. Moore and ACSI's Senior VP of Global Development, Mike Epp, had this conversation at the International School Leader Conference in Spain in 2025. -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine style format.
2025-07-0414 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 3: Reviewing Rooted and Previewing the Public Policy & Advocacy SummitWe look back at this month's Rooted Educator Worldview Summit in Dallas, and preview the Public Policy & Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC this September. To register for the PPA Summit, visit acsi.org/summit To register for the 2026 Rooted Educator Worldview Summit in Colorado Springs, visit acsi.org/rooted -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine style format.
2025-06-2710 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 18: Creativity in LeadershipCreativity is part of God's nature, and we are made in his image, so creativity is a divine gift. How can we use it in leadership for problem-solving and inspiring others? Watch this episode on YouTube! 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 a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find...
2025-06-1315 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsThe Flourishing Journey 17: Learning to Lead Through Change ManagementDr. Edward Bunn sits down with Dr. Chris Hobbs, Head of School at Indian Rocks Christian School, to discuss the leadership soft skill of change management. 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
2025-06-0621 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 2: Updates from the IELC, and the upcoming Public Policy & Advocacy SummitHear from Dr. Larry Taylor at the International Educator Leadership Conference in Budapest, and from Phil Hills, Executive Regional Director of ACSI Western Canada, ahead of this September's Public Policy & Advocacy Summit.  Find more on Teaching Redemptively at your.acsi.org/teachingredemptively Register for the PPA Summit at acsi.org/summit -- The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news magazine style format.
2025-05-3011 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 17: Leading By Example, Lessons from Biblical LeadersEmily Pigott emphasizes the importance of leading by example through biblical leaders Nehemiah, Deborah, Ruth, and Moses. She highlights various leadership traits such as integrity, humility, and perseverance. Practical applications involve engaging in servant leadership, fostering faithfulness, and establishing mentorship programs to guide students effectively. Learn more about Edusfere at Edusfere.com Watch this episode here! 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...
2025-05-0927 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStronger Together Ep 1: How to Handle the Teacher Shortage, with Dr. Cy SmithDr. Cy Smith, Superintendent of Mansfield Christian School, shares actionable insights on how to handle the shortage of quality Christian educators. Learn more about the Leadership Network Meetings at acsi.org/us-divisions/meetings For more on ACSI professional development, visit acsi.org/professional-development To register for the Rooted Educator Worldview Summit, visit acsi.org/rooted  
2025-05-0217 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 16: The Aim of Christian EducationJerry Nelson discusses the purpose and goals of Christian education, emphasizing the need for divine guidance over external influences. He explores these themes using Dr. Glenn Schultz's book, which outlines principles for Kingdom Education. The podcast aims to foster a global conversation about integrating biblical principles into education, focusing on developing a Christian worldview and character in students. Dr. Schultz's updated definition of Kingdom Education highlights its Bible-based and Christ-centered nature, aiming to lead and build up students in Christ. The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education.
2025-04-2511 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 16: Building Trust and Accountability within Student TeamsBuilding a culture of trust and accountability must be rooted in Christian values to foster personal growth, integrity, and trust. Biblical examples, such as Nathan and David, illustrate how accountability can lead to repentance and not just correction. Activities like role-playing scenarios and trust walks are suggested to help students practice accountability and build trust. Addressing failure with grace is crucial, seeing it as a learning opportunity rather than an endpoint. Learn more about Edusfere, an ACSI Strategic Partner, at Edusfere.com. Watch this episode here! The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to...
2025-04-1824 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsThe Flourishing Journey Ep 16: Learning to Lead Through AdaptabilityDr. Edward Bunn and Chuck Gilliam, ACSI VP of Membership & Strategic Alliances, discuss the leadership skill of adaptability. 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
2025-04-1120 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsSharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 16: Leading in Crisis, Contingency Planning, and Staying GroundedA school leader from a country impacted by war shares a powerful testimony, including advice on preparing for and leading through crisis. To inquire about teaching classes online, email info@expateducation.org. Watch episode: https://youtu.be/f5DNwvmRUjc In the Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Podcast, Dr. Larry Taylor highlights school leaders as they share their calling, best practices, models, and qualities to create a dynamic school culture. There are three more ACSI podcasts on this channel. Each will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community...
2025-04-0421 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 15: Preparing Students as Ambassadors, with Dr. Paul KaakDr. Paul Kaak, Senior Consultant and Lead Trainer at TheoMetrics, and Jerry Nelson discuss biblical integration into Christian schools, focusing on the concepts of general and special revelation. They highlight the importance of wisdom in education, the role of academic disciplines in understanding God's truth, and the need for Christian educators to prepare students as ambassadors in various fields.  Watch this episode on YouTube! The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education. All four shows of the ACSI Podcasts have a new episode each m...
2025-03-2144 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 15: Integrating Faith and Leadership SkillsIntegrating faith and leadership skills requires character and humility in leadership. Emily Pigott reminds us on this episode of the Student Leadership & Learning podcast that faith is the core of leadership, stressing the need for leaders to trust in God. Practical skills such as decision-making with integrity, communication with grace, and leading with empathy are highlighted. 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...
2025-03-1424 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsThe Flourishing Journey Ep 15: Embracing Every Student's Strengths and ChallengesDr. Edward Bunn sits down with Becky Tubergen and Betsy Winkle from All Belong to discuss how to help every student thrive. 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
2025-03-1124 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsSharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 15: Mark Thiessen and a Calling to Christian School LeadershipDr. Larry Taylor interviews Mark Thiessen, a Christian school leader in Indonesia. Mark shares his journey and commitment to Christian education, describing how his family was called to serve in Indonesia. He emphasizes the importance of a Christ-centered culture and relational leadership in schools. Mark recounts a story about a prayer ministry initiated by a teacher and third graders, showcasing the power of prayer and community in education. Watch this episode on YouTube! In the Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Podcast, Dr. Larry Taylor highlights school leaders as they share their calling, best practices, models, and qualities...
2025-02-2819 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 14: Community Development with Mia Lazaga, Part TwoMia Lazaga rejoins the podcast for a longform conversation about community development and empowering students beyond the classroom. Visit Archangel at https://arch-te.com/ The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education. All four shows of the ACSI Podcasts have a new episode each month, available here on YouTube and in audio-only form on most major podcast platforms. These 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...
2025-02-2149 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 14: Building Confidence in Young LeadersEmily Pigott discusses building confidence in young leaders through a Christ-centered approach, emphasizing the importance of overcoming self-doubt and learned fears. Educators play a key role in unlocking student potential by addressing fears and providing positive reinforcement. Practical strategies include helping students understand their identity in Christ, recognizing and addressing fears, and teaching essential leadership skills.  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 y...
2025-02-1419 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsThe Flourishing Journey Ep 14: The Faithful Journey of Teaching ChristianlyDr. Edward Bunn and Dr. Dave Mulder, Professor of Education at Dordt University, discuss how to teach Christianly as a faithful disciple of Christ. Dr. Mulder recently published a book, "Always Becoming, Never Arriving." https://www.dordt.edu/news/dordt-education-professor-publishes-book-on-teaching-christianly -- 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...
2025-02-0712 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsSharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 14: A lifestyle of giving in Nigeria, with Naomi FamonureNaomi Famonure, a Christian educator from Nigeria, shares her journey from Catholic upbringing to founding a school for missionary children. She discusses the challenges faced due to regional violence, her personal experiences as a victim, and her efforts to provide education and support for orphans and widows. Watch this episode here! In the Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Podcast, Dr. Larry Taylor highlights school leaders as they share their calling, best practices, models, and qualities to create a dynamic school culture. There are three more ACSI podcasts on this channel. Each will help sharpen your...
2025-01-3129 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 13: Church-School Partnership and Christian School ExpansionJerry Nelson welcomes Joe Wilson, Head of Lower Schools at Calvary Christian Academy in Florida, for a conversation about integrating churches and Christian schools. Emphasizing a 'second renaissance' in Christian education, they explore the importance of church-school partnerships, the challenges faced, and the impact on church growth.  Church partnership form - This is the interest form for churches & schools interested in partnering with CCA. Schools United Conference - Here is how to register for the Schools United Conference on 2/14/25. There is also an SU leadership conference the day prior on 2/13. Watch this episode o...
2025-01-2431 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 13: Changing Student Consumption to ConnectionEnhance student engagement by shifting from a consumer-based approach to a connection-oriented approach. Student Leadership & Learning Director Emily Pigott emphasizes reflecting on past achievements and potential changes for 2025, advocating for educators to connect with students beyond just imparting knowledge. She outlines practical steps for educators to become connectors, such as engaging in check-ins, being fully present, and personalizing education. The episode concludes with a reminder of the dual role of educators as builders and protectors, stressing the importance of relational teaching inspired by Jesus' example. The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond...
2025-01-1716 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsThe Flourishing Journey Ep 13: Family Partnerships in Christian SchoolsDr. Edward Bunn and Lainie Montgomery, ACSI Director of Spiritual Formation, highlight the need for schools to include families in their mission to disciple students. They explore biblical mandates for family involvement, the challenges posed by modern culture, and practical steps for schools to integrate family partnerships into their culture. This involves prioritizing family as a core value, identifying champions within the school community, and providing resources for parents. 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...
2025-01-1018 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsSharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 13: Navigating AI, with Dr. Lynn SwanerDr. Larry Taylor and Dr. Lynn Swaner discuss the integration of AI in Christian schools and its impact on school policies and educator perceptions. Using research from ACSI and Cardus, Dr. Swaner underscores the importance of research in understanding God's creation and aligning educational practices with theological principles. For more on the Navigating AI in Christian Schools report: https://www.acsi.org/detail/news/2024/05/06/new_ai_report A recent edition of Leading Insights, co-authored by Dr. Lynn Swaner, focuses on Artificial Intelligence: https://your.acsi.org/leadinginsights Converge, a Christian education conference in...
2025-01-0322 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 12: Community Development Through Technology Training ProgramsJerry Nelson and Mia Lazaga, Chief Evangelist with Archangel, discuss the partnership between ACSI and Archangel, emphasizing community development through technology training programs. Jerry and Mia highlight Archangel's evolution from a tablet delivery company to a community-focused organization. They discuss initiatives in Miami, Baltimore, and Hawaii, aiming to provide students with IT skills and professional opportunities. Archangel's comprehensive support for schools includes device preparation, cybersecurity, financial aid, and professional development for educators. The conversation also touches on the practical use of AI in education to aid teachers and Archangel's commitment to being a local resource and pillar in underserved...
2024-12-2744 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Christmas Episode: Reflections on the IncarnationThank you for joining us for one year of ACSI Podcasts!   Jerry Nelson will have one more episode in 2024, coming out December 30, featuring Mia Lazaga, Chief Evangelist from Archangel.
2024-12-2310 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 12: Cultural Issues of 2024 and How They Shaped Our StudentsWe must be aware of the factors affecting our students today and common values in this generation in order to most effectively engage them and make an enduring impact. For example, how should educators approach mental health education, considering the state of mental health in schools today? How about advice on financial wisdom, based on how students today value money? Tune in for Emily Pigott's encouragement and reflections. Watch this episode on YouTube! The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximize educators' impact and develop...
2024-12-1325 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsThe Flourishing Journey Ep 12: Strategies for a Healthy Workplace CultureVanderbloemen Search Group helps churches and ministries build great teams. The Founder & CEO, William Vanderbloemen, joins the podcast to discuss strategies for a healthy workplace culture, lessons from hiring too quickly, and understanding leaders' strengths. "You hire hard so you can manage soft," as Dr. Bunn shares. 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...
2024-12-0617 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsSharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 12: Obeying Wholeheartedly in UgandaGrace Turyakira, Executive Director of ACSI Uganda, shares her advice for following Christ fruitfully and wholeheartedly in Christian education. She and ACSI President & CEO Dr. Larry Taylor sat down during an ACSI conference in Kigali, Rwanda. Watch this episode on YouTube! This is the final episode of 2024 for Sharpening Kingdom Leaders. Thank you for following along, and catch the final 2024 episodes of ACSI's other three shows! https://www.acsi.org/podcasts
2024-11-2918 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 11: Walking Alongside Students Pursuing Christ, with Josh LeonardJosh Leonard is the Dean of Spiritual Formation and Discipleship at North Raleigh Christian Academy. He and Jerry Nelson dialogue about training students, having spiritual conversations, and modeling faith to students while maintaining authenticity. After studying Psychology at the University of Florida, Josh earned his Master of Divinity degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, NC. As part of his role at NRCA, Josh hosts the Rooted Rhythms Podcast, which seeks to engage in conversations surrounding the intentional pursuit of Jesus through the rhythms of our lives. Listen here: https://www.nrcaknights.com/podcast
2024-11-2239 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 11: Navigating Difficult ConversationsIf we teach our students not what to think but how to think, we equip them with the skill to discern with wisdom. Emily Pigott provides more encouragement and advice on how to intentionally converse with students. Christian education provides the opportunities to have conversations daily with students, but making the most of these chances is key to helping students utilize a biblical worldview when navigating difficult topics. The book by Sean McDowell that Emily mentions: https://www.christianbook.com/stalemate-past-cancel-culture-meaningful-conversations/9781496481153/pd/481157?srsltid=AfmBOorEVtEvCJy1xVU_Lr1csdG63mfHSsSWB5d0cfyPK2LiqIEN5i0p The Student...
2024-11-1519 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsThe Flourishing Journey Ep 11: Quality Hiring in Today's CultureDr. Edward Bunn welcomes Mike Allen, Superintendent of Evansville Christian School, to discuss quality hiring in today's culture, building up current staff members, and innovative strategies to broaden candidate pools. Watch this episode here! 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...
2024-11-0820 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsSharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 11: Dr. Ben Carson on education, family, and courageFormer Neurosurgeon and U.S. Presidential Candidate Dr. Ben Carson shares how education changed his life and his passion for building up families.  Dr. Carson was a keynote speaker at ACSI's 2024 Public Policy & Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C. For more on the American Cornerstone Institute, visit https://americancornerstone.org/ Learn more about the 2025 Public Policy & Advocacy Summit at https://www.acsi.org/public-policy-legal-affairs/events/public-policy-advocacy-summit-2025 In the Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Podcast, Dr. Larry Taylor highlights school leaders as they share their calling, best practices, models, and qualities to create a dynamic school c...
2024-11-0123 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsGrafted Together Ep 10: The Second Christian School Renaissance, with Dr. Roger C.S. ErdvigJerry Nelson discusses Christian school growth in its second renaissance, defining terms such as discipleship and spiritual formation, and more effective professional development with Dr. Roger C.S. Erdvig, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at Summit Ministries. Erdvig shares perspective on how to thoughtfully discern God's calling in the midst of more Christian schools opening. Read this two-page document on Spiritual Formation and the Christian School, co-authored by today's guest, Dr. Erdvig. Dr. Erdvig references the Herzog Foundation's data and 260 schools opening in the last two years. More info here. Watch...
2024-10-2538 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsStudent Leadership & Learning Ep 10: Intentional ConversationsHow do we set the stage to have impactful conversations with students? With practical tips like asking open-ended questions and being approachable, Emily Pigott helps you overcome barriers to starting intentional conversations. Watch this episode on YouTube! 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 a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework...
2024-10-1813 minACSI Podcasts
ACSI PodcastsThe Flourishing Journey Ep 10: Foundational Principles of a Healthy Workplace CultureDr. Edward Bunn talks with Chris Loncar, ACSI's Vice President of Human Resources, to discuss foundational principles of developing a healthy workplace culture. They discuss the importance of transparency from leaders and the types of things to be transparent about, as well as how employees can contribute to a positive workplace culture. 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...
2024-10-1119 minCamping Business
Camping BusinessPodcast (EN) – Ramon van Reine - ACSIIn 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...
2024-05-2408 minAI For All Podcast
AI For All PodcastHow AI Can Make You Learn Faster | ACSI Labs' Lia DiBello | Artificial Intelligence PodcastOn 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...
2023-11-0922 minCamping Business
Camping BusinessPodcast (EN) – Ramon Van Reine - CEO of ACSIWelcome 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...
2023-10-2011 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerMoving Forward Flourishing Series: Leadership InterdependenceAbout 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...
2023-04-2716 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerMoving Forward Flourishing Series: ResilienceAbout 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...
2023-03-2918 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerMoving Forward Flourishing Series: Gods StoryAbout 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:...
2023-03-0121 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerMoving Forward Flourishing Series: Caring EnvironmentAbout 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...
2023-02-0216 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner“The Open Generation”: New Barna Research on Today’s TeensIn 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...
2023-01-1614 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerMoving Forward Flourishing Series: Insular CultureAbout 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...
2023-01-0616 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerMoving Forward Flourishing Series: Responsiveness to Special NeedsToday’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...
2022-10-2715 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerMoving Forward Flourishing Series: QuestioningAbout 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...
2022-09-2216 minKingdom Culture Conversations
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...
2021-09-1735 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerHow to Support Women’s Leadership in Christian SchoolsThis 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.
2020-11-1124 minCamper on Tour - DER Camping Podcast mit Dominic Bagatzky | Wohnwagen (Caravan), Wohnmobil , Kastenwagen oder Dachzelt
Camper on Tour - DER Camping Podcast mit Dominic Bagatzky | Wohnwagen (Caravan), Wohnmobil , Kastenwagen oder DachzeltACSI 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...
2020-05-1115 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerLearning from the FutureThis 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...
2019-09-2627 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerPursuing Shalom: Christian Education in the CityThis 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.
2019-04-2618 minACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn Swaner
ACSI: Moving Forward with Lynn SwanerMaking Schooling Choices in a Competitive Schooling MarketThe 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.
2018-08-0920 minPodcast ILUMINANDO
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2017-09-0115 minPodcast ILUMINANDO
Podcast ILUMINANDOILUMINANDO - ACSIILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI, ILUMINANDO - ACSI,
2017-09-0115 min