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A Hero in Christian Education: Dr. Glen Schultz

Hanging in the atrium of Sherwood Baptist Church is a large banner which reads, “Whoever wants the next generation the most will get them.” This message has been the heart cry of our senior pastor, Michael Catt. When looking for a new school headmaster nine years ago, church leadership wanted to make sure they found someone who had the same deep conviction about young people. They looked no further than Dr. Glen Schultz. He brought a wealth of knowledge, wisdom, and experience in Christian education that has helped Sherwood Christian Academy become a beacon of light in southwest Georgia.

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Children's Tuition Fund Recipient Excels at Christian School

Kaelyn, a standout swimmer and student at Cottage Hill Christian Academy (CHCA) in Mobile, AL, is making waves, both in the pool and in the community. According to her mother, Laquise, Kaelyn “has been special since day one—intelligent beyond her years. I had her later in life when I didn’t think I could carry a child. But God blessed me with a miracle, and despite my own health struggles, I call Kaelyn my miracle child.”

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ACSI Student Leadership Conference in Budapest

It was an incredible blessing and joy to host two Student Leadership Conferences (SLC) again this year, marking the 26th year of SLC. Three of these years have included back-to-back events, and it all began in 1999 with just 80 participants. This year, we welcomed 234 participants from 22 schools and 11 countries in the first week, and 154 participants from 13 schools and 9 countries in the second week. In total, 16 countries were represented, and over 90% of this year’s attendees were first-timers.

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How They Got Started: Three Christian School Leaders’ Journeys in Education

Jamie Jodrey’s path to school leadership was catalyzed by a laptop. Two, in fact. As a first-grade teacher in Puerto Rico, Jodrey dabbled in leadership as a department chair and was encouraged by her administrators to pursue a master's degree in educational administration. She was not quick to leave teaching, however.

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Teaching the Nations

When Dr. Jon Hill finished his master’s degree in teaching, he did not expect to lose his desire to teach after just one year, but that’s all he lasted—at least, in the U.S. One year of American public school made Hill “disillusioned” towards teaching, in his words, but the opportunity to impact people overseas and experience diverse cultures helped revitalize that passion.

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Catalyst: Strengthening Your School's Operations and Finances

January 30⁠–⁠31, 2025 | First Presbyterian Academy, Greenville, SC

Ignite your school’s mission and broaden your vision at Catalyst, ACSI’s new Christian School Financial Conference, on January 30-31. Catalyst will feature industry expert key-note sessions and workshops, design to equip you with effective and actionable solutions for your school’s operations. Register today!

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The Tie That Binds: Relationships in Christian Schools
Matthew Lee | November 4, 2024

Relationships, especially with other believers, are some of the most precious things we enjoy in this life. They give us a foretaste of heaven as they are the one thing we get to take from this life into the one to come. As John Fawcett writes in his beloved hymn, “Blest Be the Tie That Binds,” it is a blessing for believers’ hearts to be bound together in Christian love, for “perfect love and friendship reign through all eternity.”

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Sharpening Kingdom Leaders Ep 11: Dr. Ben Carson on education, family, and courage

Dr. Larry Taylor | November 4, 2024

Former Neurosurgeon and U.S. Presidential Candidate Dr. Ben Carson shares his story of how education changed his life, and his passion for building up families.

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“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 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.

 

 


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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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ACSI Welcomes Lisa Chubbic as the New Director of Assessment Programs

Jun 3, 2024, 09:08 AM by Brittany Steward
Colorado Springs, CO – The Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) is pleased to announce the promotion of Lisa Chubbic to Director of Assessment Programs. Chubbic succeeds David Smitherman, who dedicated 26 years to ACSI and led Student Assessment efforts for more than 14 years. 

In her new role, Chubbic will work alongside the team to strengthen the Student Assessment Program, ensuring Christian schools are well-supported with comprehensive information, education, training, and resources. 

This key role will ensure that participating Christian schools are equipped to maximize the effectiveness of student assessments. She will act as a key liaison with ACSI’s assessment company partner, oversee department operations, and foster strategic partnerships with other Christian school associations, driving the overall growth and success of the program. 

Brett Henry, Vice President of Educational Resources, expressed his enthusiasm for Chubbic’s promotion. 

“Lisa has been an integral part of the growth and development of the Student Assessment Program for many years,” he said. “Her high attention to detail, commitment to exceptional customer service, and evident passion for effective use of student assessment data make her the ideal person to lead the department into the future. I believe the Lord has prepared her for this moment, and I look forward to seeing how He uses her to grow the program in this next chapter.” 

Chubbic is thankful to the Lord for providing her with this opportunity to continue to serve Him in a new capacity.  

“I am truly honored and excited to accept the role of Director of Assessment Programs at ACSI. It is a privilege to contribute to our mission of promoting educational excellence grounded in faith and assisting schools along their flourishing assessment journey. I look forward to working with our dedicated team to support and enhance ACSI’s assessment programs, of which we are committed to academic excellence in Christian schools worldwide, especially supporting administrators and teachers. This is a blessed part of what I get to do each day and am thankful to God for the opportunity.” 

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To learn more about ACSI’s Student Assessment Program, please visit the website

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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