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The partnership between the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Ron Blue Institute marks a significant step in enhancing financial education within Christian schools. Rooted in a shared vision and a commitment to biblical principles, this partnership aims to provide students with a Biblical Personal Finance Curriculum that gives them a comprehensive understanding of money management through a distinctly Christian worldview.
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Dr. Jenny Sue Flannagan has been an educator for 32 years, but in a way, this past school year felt like her first. Flannagan began as a science teacher in 1992 and is currently an Associate Professor in Regent University’s Education Department, where she helps prepare the next wave of educators.
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We asked leaders to share some of their best practices in preparing for the new school year. Here's what they shared!
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As the landscape of education rapidly evolves, so do the challenges faced by educators, particularly those working with young children. In a recent conversation with consultant and speaker Elisabeth Jochum, we delved into the intricacies of early childhood education and the critical role faith plays in navigating its complexities.
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Imagine you’re a Christian teacher, eager, confident, and sensing a call of God. You’ve earned your degree and your teacher license, you have a couple of years in the classroom under your belt, and most recently, you landed that dream job of teaching abroad in an English-speaking, western-curriculum, international Christian school this fall.
Featured Event
Public Policy & Advocacy Summit
Washington, D.C. | September 16-18, 2024
Join us in Washington, D.C.! Our annual Public Policy and Advocacy Summit will be held in Washington, D.C., September 16-18. This year's special professional development summit will include panel discussions
on important legislative issues, special guest speakers, and so much more. Limited seats are available, so register now!
Blog
The Mental Health Landscape of Adolescents: Developing a Comprehensive School-Based Suicide Prevention and Awareness Program
Nancy Gillespie | September 10, 2024
Mental health and well-being are not new concepts. While Scripture does not use the term mental health, we are reminded throughout Scripture that God wants us to have peace and allows us the opportunity to “cast all of our cares on Him” (1 Peter 5:7) and “not to be anxious about anything” (Philippians 4:6).
Podcast
The Flourishing Journey Ep 9: Strategies for a Culture of Well-Being
Dr. Edward Bunn | September 9, 2024
Dr. Edward Bunn sits down with Dr. Jason Rachels, President of Calvary Christian Academy in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, to explore strategies and exemplars for cultivating a culture of well-being.
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President's Office
“I can think of no greater cause than to partner with you to advance Christ-centered education.” Dr. Larry Taylor, ACSI President & CEO
Dr. Taylor has been serving in education for over 30 years. He is passionate about training up this generation of disciples for Jesus Christ through Christian education.
Prior to accepting the President position at ACSI, Dr. Larry Taylor served twenty years as the Head of School at Prestonwood Christian Academy (PCA) in Plano, Texas. Prestonwood Christian Academy serves more than 1,600 students enrolled at four campuses as part of its school system.
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ACSI's Mission
ACSI exists to strengthen Christian schools and equip Christian educators worldwide as they prepare students academically and inspire them to become devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
ACSI's Foundational 3 Pillars
Advancing
Leading Christ-centered education toward excellence and flourishing
We want all schools to aspire to, achieve, and remain committed to a biblically-based philosophy of education, standards that are measurable, and flourishing-related criteria. ACSI strives to lead, support, and serve Christian schools, and educators, by placing them on a path of growth and flourishing using the research-based Flourishing Schools Initiative. This model should link leadership and faculty professional development accreditation, and every culture-driving component of a school. A common philosophy, and a flourishing-based metric, would unify our efforts of advancing Christian schools and educators.
Access
Making Christ-centered education available and obtainable
ACSI is committed to making Kingdom education available to as many children and families as desire it, believing that such an education offers students an opportunity to grow in a loving relationship with their Creator, come to know His saving work through Jesus, and flourish in His Ephesians 2:10 calling for their lives. This commitment requires removing barriers to access for those who traditionally have not benefited from Christian school, as well as seeking out new ways to create access points to Kingdom education and the ability to thrive and be successful in that education—for all those who desire it.
Advocacy
Promoting and protecting Christ-centered education for today and tomorrow
As the largest evangelical Christian school association in the world, ACSI is by default viewed as the spokesperson for Christian schooling in the public square. In order to discharge this responsibility with excellence and seasoned speech (Colossians 4:6), and to equip our member schools to do the same, ACSI must invest in developing public-facing resources and forming strategic relationships with those working in the area of advocacy for Christian Education and for religious liberty.
Stay Connected to ACSI
The ACSI Community online forum exists to provide connection, collaboration, and networking with Christ-centered education advocates, educators, and influencers in a protected online environment.
ACSI Community offers Christian educators opportunities to Connect, Collaborate, Compel, Captivate, and Comprehend. Join thousands of like-minded education professionals around to globe to grow in knowledge, sharpen skills, and deepen your faith, in a safe, authentic virtual environment.
ACSI provide helpful tools for you to find the next position God has for you through a resume review search and career planning portal. You can also discover ACSI positions.
Thinking about serving internationally? PFO2Go will provide the confidence to enter a new culture in which to both work and live outside the United States. Also, don’t miss the International Schools Job Fair.
ACSI’s Ministry Team Keeps Organization Anchored to God’s Word and Prayer
Colorado Springs, Colo. – The Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) is pleased to announce its Ministry Team—a group of highly trained school leaders focused on assisting schools in the development of their spiritual formation for their students, staff, and parents.
The Ministry Team is concerned primarily with four areas of focus: The Great Commission; Spiritual Formation; Biblical Worldview Development; and Christian Philosophy of Education. These focus areas—with both internal and external components—will support the global vision of ACSI and will be scalable to accommodate organizational growth.
The team includes: Chief Ministry Officer Jerry Nelson, who served as Head of School at Northwest Christian Academy in Miami, Florida for 11 years; Director of Spiritual Formation Lainie Montgomery, who served as Director of Campus Ministries at Prestonwood Christian Academy in Plano, Texas for 14 years; Ministry Team Senior Coordinator Douglas Campbell, who served at Eagles Landing Christian Academy for 10 years, the last three years as Spiritual Life Director; and Administrative Assistant Melanie Waisukirawa, who served in Uganda as Christian Education Coordinator and Spiritual Director at Genesis Primary School for 8 years.
ACSI President & CEO Dr. Larry Taylor believes that the Ministry Team will oversee an organizational gate that is essential to fulfill the association’s mission.
“We have the opportunity to serve thousands of Christian educators across the globe who are discipling the next generation daily,” he shared. “The ACSI Ministry Team has done great work in keeping us focused on and accountable to the Lord. As ACSI expands and embraces a truly global perspective, it is imperative that we remain committed to prioritizing God’s Word and prayer.”
Nelson shared that the team has created a key document to undergird all external activities that they will facilitate. The document, titled, “The Spiritual Formation, Biblical Worldview Development, and Integration Document,” will be the foundation of all ministry efforts. It will be available soon on the organization's website.
Projects for the team include caring for and supporting ACSI staff, creating a Biblical Unity Study Guide and Monograph, facilitating a 4-part webinar series titled, “Spiritual Formation Core Convictions and Commitments,” and building PD by Design on-demand training resources.
Nelson shared that his vision for the Ministry Team is to partner with organization staff and schools so that all can be “complete and equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
“It is a high honor to be tasked with stewarding what I believe to be the most important part of the organization’s mission—to elevate and continually give glory to God,” Nelson said. “I am appreciative of Dr. Taylor’s vision and commitment of resources to make sure ACSI remains anchored in the Truth.”
To learn more about ACSI, please visit the website at ACSI.org or connect with the ACSI Care Team by calling (800) 367-0798 or at careteam@acsi.org.
About ACSI:
Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, ACSI exists to strengthen Christian schools and equip Christian educators worldwide as they prepare students academically and inspire them to become devoted followers of Jesus Christ. ACSI advances excellence in Christian schools by enhancing the professional and personal development of Christian educators and providing vital support functions for Christian schools through multiple services including teacher and administrator certification, school accreditation, legal/legislative assistance, and curriculum publishing. Serving more than 25,000 schools in 108 countries, ACSI helps more than 5.5 million students worldwide connect to Christian education.
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Strategic Partners
ACSI proudly presents the Strategic Partnership Program, which includes companies, organizations, and ministries who have been carefully chosen to benefit you—our member schools—and to assist you in accomplishing your life-changing mission.
