ACSI Podcasts
On this channel are ACSI’s four podcasts: Sharpening Kingdom Leaders, with President & CEO Dr. Larry Taylor. Grafted Together, with Chief Ministry Officer Jerry Nelson. Student Leadership & Learning, with SLL Director Emily Pigott. The Flourishing Journey, with Director of Leadership Programs Dr. Edward Bunn. ACSI’s podcasts aim to equip Christian school educators and strengthen you in your calling to impact the next generation for Christ. On a weekly basis, you can hear interviews, stories, research, and more. These podcasts will help sharpen your leadership and explore ways to cultivate a flourishing school community, all through a biblical worldview framework. Watch these episodes on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@associationofchristianscho4983/featured
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Billy 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.
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The Grafted Together Podcast examines how biblical worldview and spiritual formation should integrate into everyday Christian education.
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Even 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.
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The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the...
Stuart 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.
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The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important happenings in a 15-minute news ma...
Dr. 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, inclu...
Josh 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.
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Students 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.
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The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences beyond the classroom, explore ways to maximi...
Hear 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.
Building 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...
Do 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.
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The Student Leadership & Learning Podcast aims to help create enriching experiences b...
Dr. 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 s...
Eric 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.
We look back at this month's Rooted Educator Worldview Summit in Dallas, and preview the Public Policy & Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC this September.
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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 magaz...
Creativity 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?
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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 Leaders...
Dr. 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 expl...
Hear 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.
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The Stronger Together Podcast highlights member schools, educators, and important h...
Emily 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.
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Dr. Cy Smith, Superintendent of Mansfield Christian School, shares actionable insights on how to handle the shortage of quality Christian educators.
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Jerry 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 upda...
Building 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...
Dr. Edward Bunn and Chuck Gilliam, ACSI VP of Membership & Strategic Alliances, discuss the leadership skill of adaptability.
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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...
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