ABI Conference '25

Dr. Larry Taylor is the President & CEO of ACSI. He previously spent 20 years as head of school at Prestonwood Christian Academy in Plano, TX. During this time Dr. Taylor co-launched a national training institute for schools, the "Becoming a Kingdom School Institute," and developed a training program for parents titled, "Becoming a Kingdom Family." Dr. Taylor authored the book, Running with Horses, which helps parents raise children to be servant-leaders for Christ and helps to build a family plan.  

Dr. Jeff Myers is president of Summit Ministries. As an educator and entrepreneur, Dr. Myers has become one of America’s most respected authorities on youth leadership development. Focus on the Family founder James Dobson referred to him as “a very gifted and inspirational leader.” Evangelist Josh McDowell called him “a man who is 100% sold out to preparing the next generation to reflect the character of Christ in the culture.” Through his speaking engagements and media appearances, Dr. Myers has become a fresh voice offering humor and insight from a Christian worldview. He is the author of 18 books, including the Understanding the Faith, Understanding the Times, and Understanding the Culture textbooks which are studied by tens of thousands of students. Dr. Myers holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Denver. He continues to engage college students through an exclusive Signature Leadership Course series offered with Unbound, a project-based education company that prepares high school and college students to become leaders for Christ in the real world. Jeff and his wife Stephanie and their family live in Colorado.

Thaddeus Williams (Ph.D., Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam) serves as tenured professor of theology for Biola University. He is also the author of Revering God, Don't Follow Your Heart, and the best-seller Confronting Injustice without Compromising Truth. Dr. Williams has also taught Jurisprudence at Trinity Law School, Worldview at L’Abri Fellowships in Switzerland and Holland, and Ethics for Blackstone Legal Fellowship the Federalist Society in Washington D.C. He lives in Southern California with his wife and four kids.

The Student Leadership Institute (SLi) provides a biblically grounded, year-long servant leadership program designed to assist students in cultivating and developing servant leadership skills. These skills will prepare them to influence their culture for Christ.  Rather than simply offering a curriculum, SLi integrates a holistic leadership development program into a school’s core identity. Through a three-pronged approach—personal spiritual growth, theoretical understanding, and practical skill application—students are equipped to become Christlike leaders capable of navigating and impacting today’s culture. This comprehensive SLi Educator Training equips schools with all the resources needed to successfully implement a student leadership program and foster a lasting culture of servant leadership on their campuses. A customized approach is taken for each school, and a personalized implementation plan is developed during the training. 

SLi Educator Training Objectives

1. Learn how to effectively train students in the biblical model and definition of servant leadership with a core emphasis on the four SLi Operating Principles
2. Learn to create a healthy student leadership culture on your campus
3. Learn to identify and develop student leaders by providing them with a sustainable and applicable leadership training program that can be incorporated into any schedule
4. Learn to identify and train staff members who will partner together to lead a student leadership development program on your campus

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This workshop is designed to introduce ACSI's new Inspire accreditation protocol and provide a broad overview of some of the exciting changes. If you are a head of school, school leader, accreditation coordinator, potential visiting team member, or want to know more about the accreditation process, this workshop is for you! School leaders who have accreditation visits in the next 2-3 years or would like to start the initial accreditation process are strongly encouraged to sign up for this training.

Participants will receive the latest digital copies of the new accreditation handbooks and manuals and access other valuable accreditation resources. They will also be invited to share ideas and advice with one another and participate in small group discussions, practical application activities, and a Q&A time. This workshop will help leaders feel confident and prepared to lead their schools through the accreditation process and facilitate the journey toward continuous school improvement!

Dynamic Speaker Series

Prepare to be inspired by our Dynamic Speaker Series, featuring a lineup of visionary educators and thought leaders delivering powerful 15-minute talks. Much like TED Talks, these short presentations are packed with bold ideas, innovative strategies, and actionable insights that you can take back to your classroom or organization.

What’s in Store?

• Fresh Perspectives: Get energized by new ideas that challenge conventional thinking.
• Inspiring Speakers: Learn from top innovators and changemakers in education.
• Engaging Topics: Each talk is designed to spark curiosity and empower you with practical tools for success.

Don’t miss this fast-paced, high-energy session that’s guaranteed to leave you motivated and ready to make an impact!

A Conversation That Matters

Leadership succession is more than passing the baton—it’s about integrating the wisdom of experience with the vision of the future. Join us for this thought-provoking panel session, “Leadership Succession: Bridging Legacy and Innovation,” featuring a dynamic discussion with:

• Beth Afanador
• Mireya Paz
• Guisela Reyes

What You’ll Gain:

• Insights from Experts: Learn how successful leaders balance tradition with forward-thinking strategies.
• Actionable Takeaways: Discover practical approaches to navigating leadership transitions.
• Interactive Dialogue: Engage with panelists during a live Q&A session.

This session is perfect for anyone passionate about fostering leadership growth and ensuring a thriving legacy in their school or organization.