ACSI Podcasts

Grafted Together Ep 15: Preparing Students as Ambassadors, with Dr. Paul Kaak

Dr. 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. 
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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: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Student Leadership & Learning Ep 15: Integrating Faith and Leadership Skills

Integrating 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 your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info on all four shows here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts.

The Flourishing Journey Ep 15: Embracing Every Student's Strengths and Challenges

Dr. Edward Bunn sits down with Becky Tubergen and Betsy Winkle from All Belong to discuss how to help every student thrive.
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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

Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 15: Mark Thiessen and a Calling to Christian School Leadership

Dr. 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.
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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, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Grafted Together Ep 14: Community Development with Mia Lazaga, Part Two

Mia Lazaga rejoins the podcast for a longform conversation about community development and empowering students beyond the classroom.
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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: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Student Leadership & Learning Ep 14: Building Confidence in Young Leaders

Emily 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 your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info on all four shows here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts.

The Flourishing Journey Ep 14: The Faithful Journey of Teaching Christianly

Dr. 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
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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

Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 14: A lifestyle of giving in Nigeria, with Naomi Famonure

Naomi 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.
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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, all through a biblical worldview framework. Find more info here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Grafted Together Ep 13: Church-School Partnership and Christian School Expansion

Jerry 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 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 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: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts

Student Leadership & Learning Ep 13: Changing Student Consumption to Connection

Enhance 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 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 more info on all four shows here: https://www.acsi.org/podcasts.