Teacher Edition Podcast

“Sadness is not sinful. But when we move into despair and hopelessness, now we’re in dangerous territory.” - Bruce Meyer

“The command in Scripture is not that we should always be happy. It’s that we should always be rejoicing in the Lord.” - Bruce Meyer

Dr. Bruce Meyer returns to the Teacher Edition podcast for a thoughtful and deeply practical conversation about depression. In a culture where the word depression is often used ...

“We should be schools of excellence, but for a different reason — not to bring success, but significance.” - Randy Scallions

What is the true purpose of Christian education?

In this episode of the Teacher Edition Podcast, Jenny Copeland sits down with Randy Scallions for a timely and encouraging conversation about what it means to keep the main thing the main thing in Christian education. With nearly 40 years of experience serving ...

“You have to meet students where they are… and then slowly bring them to where they need to go.” - Bill Harmon

Bill Harmon has spent 45 years helping students see that science and math aren’t “for the gifted”… they’re for learners! In this episode, Jenny Copeland sits down with BJU Press digital instructor Bill Harmon, beloved by students for making tough concepts clear, memorable, and even fun.

Bill shares practical ways to star...

“We are living in a very interconnected world. Learning another language helps students communicate with people who think, live, and act differently.” - Roxana Keiser

“Learning another language requires humility. You have to be willing to try, fail, and keep trying.” - Roxana Keiser

Think back to your own foreign language class. What do you remember most—the vocabulary lists, or the experience of being stretched, humbled, and pushe...

“One person in five has dyslexia. That means if you have a classroom of 20 students, you probably have three to four students on that continuum.” - Cindy Hall

Every classroom includes students who learn differently, and many teachers feel unsure how to support them well.

In this episode of Teacher Edition, Jenny Copeland sits down with Cindy Hall, founding director of the Dyslexia Center at Lindsay Lane Christian Academy, to talk h...

“We spend money on brochures and ads, but the teacher can make it or break it.” - Cathy Dotson

“We’re not just pulling people to our school—we’re pulling people to the Lord.” - Cathy Dotson

As schools enter open house season, launch enrollment campaigns, and invest in marketing strategies for the year ahead, one truth often gets overlooked: your most powerful marketing tool is already inside your building.

In this episode of Teache...

“AI can help with efficiency, but it cannot replace the teacher.” - Doug Lay

Technology isn’t slowing down… and neither is the pressure educators feel to “keep up.” In this episode, Jenny Copeland sits down with Doug Lay, administrator at Victory Christian School (Sylva, NC) and a former software architect/systems engineer with decades in IT. Doug brings a steady, Scripture-shaped perspective to a fast-moving world, reminding us th...

“We cannot teach our children how to think without helping them know what the standard of truth is.” - Lauren Wiggs

Have you ever heard someone say, “What were you thinking?” Or maybe a student has looked at you and said, “I just wasn’t thinking.” In a world where AI and endless tools are eager to do our thinking for us, the skill of thinking, real, biblical, critical thinking, can feel like a dying art.

In this episode, Jenny Cope...

“God often works in those small, unnoticed times.” - Amanda Cecil

“It’s not our job to produce the results. It’s our job to be faithful with the opportunities He gives us.” - Amanda Cecil

Some of the most powerful moments in education don’t happen during the perfectly planned lesson—they happen in the “ordinary” spaces: snack time, recess, transitions, a hallway conversation, a quiet prayer whispered at a student’s desk. Jenny Cope...

“I want schools and school associations to be vigilant… We need to do whatever it takes to maintain our ability to teach biblical truth at all costs.” - Jeff Keaton

Christian education is growing, but growth brings new pressures.

In this episode of Teacher Edition, Jenny welcomes back Jeff Keaton, founder and CEO of RenewaNation, for an honest, wide-angle conversation about where Christian schools are today and where they’re headed...

“Math only works because it describes consistencies that God holds in place.” - Katie Vance

“What type of class would you want to sit in? And then create it.” - Katie Vance

Math doesn’t have to be the “necessary evil.” In this episode, Jenny Copeland sits down with Katie Vance—an experienced Christian educator who once struggled with math but learned to see God’s fingerprints all over it.

Together, they explore why so many students...

“Pray for your students — that they are doing well, that they know they matter, and that God is working in their lives.” – Curtis Tomlin

What separates good teaching from transformative teaching? In this episode, Jenny sits down with Curtis Tomlin to explore what it truly means to teach beyond the classroom walls.

Curtis shares his passion for Christian education that extends far past lesson plans and academic standards. He empha...

“Resilient teachers practice gratitude and know how to reframe situations.” – Dana Davis

“Happiness is contagious – when teachers prioritize their health, students benefit, too.” – Dana Davis

This episode is for EVERY educator, especially as we head into the new year. Jenny’s guest, Dana Davis, brings a diverse education experience and a passion to encourage educators as whole people, with a focus on building genuine resilience...

“We have to stay true to our core mission, which is creating transformational materials for students’ lives. We can’t forget the trust that teacher is going to put in BJU Press to be able to create a product that can actually mean success in that classroom.” — Steve Dickinson

“The content is so important, and the delivery is going to flex. We can’t get hung up on the delivery mechanisms, because it's going to change and change an...

“Get your arsenal ready, because when parents ask, ‘Oh, what would you like? Is there anything I can get you for your classroom?’ I always say I can’t think of anything right now. And then I regret it later because I wish I would have thought of something, because they’re so generous and sweet about wanting to get things that help the class, their child, their child’s teacher.” – Katie Klipp

Welcome back to Part Two of this fun ser...

“One tool can make such a difference in your classroom. This one little thing that I added to my classroom or that somebody suggested to me has made such a huge difference.” — Katie Klipp

As the Christmas season approaches, many educators receive thoughtful gifts from students and families—mugs, candy, gift cards, and fuzzy blankets. But what if you could create a wish list of items that would actually transform your classroom? T...

“We have feelings and perspectives, and therefore, we need to be Spirit led.” – Travis Moots

Whether you are struggling with burnout at the moment or know someone who is, this episode is for you. If you are currently thinking and feeling, “I just can’t do this anymore,” Jenny has an encouraging guest for you — Travis Moots. Travis has served in Christian education for many years and is currently serving as a pastor, as well.  

“Culture is everything. If your culture is not right, nothing else is going to be right. You can have the best curriculum; you can have the best facilities, but if your culture is toxic, people are not going to want to be there.” — Delana Carter

Culture is a huge component of every school. There can be a huge variety of climates — from a disorganized or less-than-welcoming school to a very connected and vibrant community. So how ...

“We are a quick-fix society, and perseverance is suffering.” – Jonathan Williams 

“Grief is a process. Some days there are small grief moments, and some days are big grief moments.” – Jonathan Williams

Gratitude is a common theme this time of year in classrooms, families, and churches. While it is wonderful to have a dedicated month focusing on gratitude, it is something we need to focus on all year long, no matter the circumstan...