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Events

ACSI Convene

Join us for ACSI Convene, a national network series designed to foster meaningful collaboration and dynamic discussions. These events provide an exclusive platform for practitioners to connect, share insights, and dive deep into the challenges and opportunities unique to their area of expertise. Join one of these groups based on your role.

  Members only events.

 

Head-to-Head 
8/13/2025 | Virtual
12/10/2025 | Virtual
3/11/2026 | Virtual

Head-to-Head 

For Heads of School 

Heads of school from across the nation are invited to attend this virtual, national roundtable to connect with peers and gain valuable insight on topics critical to Christian schools. Through constructive conversations and relationship-building, Head-to-Head helps school leaders become Stronger Together. 


Dates & Registration

August 13, 2025 | Virtual

Assessing Your School’s Financial Health with Resolve Consulting

Ever wondered how your school is going financially compared to benchmarks and other schools? Ever wondered are there Key Performance Indicators we can use to assess and monitor the financial strength of our school? This brief session will provide a brief look at the Financial Health Assessment process that helps schools understand their finances better. The Assessment is built on over 30 years experience of working with school finances around the world. The session will also provide information on an opportunity for schools to be involved going forward.

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December 10, 2025 | Virtual

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March 11, 2026 | Virtual

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Principals 

8/19/2025 | Virtual
12/16/2025 | Virtual
3/17/2026 | Virtual

Principals 

For Principals and Administrators 

Connect with fellow Principals and gain valuable insights on the critical topics impacting Christian schools today. Through engaging discussions and relationship-building, this event offers principals an opportunity to strengthen their leadership and navigate the challenges facing their schools. Let’s come together and grow stronger as a community of educators dedicated to excellence in Christian education. 


Dates & Registration

August 19, 2025 | Virtual

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December 16, 2025 | Virtual

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March 17, 2026 | Virtual

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CFO/Development 

8/21/2025 | Virtual
12/18/2025 | Virtual
3/19/2026 | Virtual

CFO/Development 

For Chief Financial Officers, Business/Financial Manager, and Development Officers 

CFOs and development professionals from Christian schools across the nation are invited to join this virtual, national roundtable to engage with colleagues and gain valuable perspectives on key financial and fundraising topics. Through meaningful conversations and relationship-building, this event offers a unique opportunity for CFOs and development leaders to collaborate and strategize on financial sustainability and institutional growth. Together, we can strengthen our schools and ensure long-term success. 


Dates & Registration

August 21, 2025 | Virtual

Major Gift Fundraising Fundamentals with Advancement EDU

Unlock the transformative power of major gift fundraising at your school. Whether you are just starting a major gift program or looking to refine your approach, this workshop provides essential concepts and strategies to secure meaningful, high-impact contributions. During this presentation, you will learn:

Steps to develop or enhance your major gift program, including identifying prospects, establishing funding priorities, crafting compelling cases for support, setting achievable goals, and keeping score. Best practices for cultivating and stewarding donors to foster long-term partnerships. Practical strategies to build confidence in soliciting major gifts.

You will leave with actionable insights and a clear roadmap to begin or elevate your major gift fundraising efforts.

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December 18, 2025 | Virtual

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March 19, 2026 | Virtual

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Early Education

EE Leadership Network

With Dr. Althea Penn


Join us the fourth Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM CST. 

Connect with Early Education Leaders dedicated to growing their expertise through a biblical worldview. Register for our monthly EE Leadership Network meetings, where we’ll use the Peer Support Network model to discuss key issues, share resources, explore best practices, and address the needs of Christian early education programs. CEUs are available as a member benefit. Check out the upcoming topics and join us!

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EE Leader Connect

With EE Divisional Coordinators


Join us the second Thursday of each month at 12:00 PM CST. 

Join fellow Early Education Leaders for an engaging roundtable discussion focused on the key challenges you face in leadership. Collaborate with peers to explore practical solutions, build a strong sense of community, and be inspired through meaningful conversations, encouragement, and prayer. As a member benefit, CEUs are available to participants.

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Spiritual Life Directors

9/9/2025 | Virtual
11/18/2025 | Virtual
2/3/2026 | Virtual
4/28/2026 | Virtual

Spiritual Life Directors Network

With Douglas Campbell

Join the Spiritual Life Directors Network – a dynamic community designed to connect, support, inspire, and empower those engaged in the vital work of spiritual formation within schools. This network is led by fellow leaders who, like you, are committed to nurturing spiritual growth and navigating the unique challenges of your role. Whether you’ve been serving for years or are just beginning your journey, you are invited to be part of this collaborative group.

Join the Network

Once you have joined the network, you can register for the quarterly meetings using the links below. We meet quarterly via Zoom, providing a space for professional growth, meaningful dialogue, and mutual encouragement.

***Each meeting will provide content from an expert in Spiritual Formation along with group discussion and collaboration led by other Spiritual Life Directors. You will have the option to choose a small group based on your ministry focus – Students, Staff, Parents/Families.

 

Dates & Registration

Meeting I

September 9th, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. EST

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Meeting II

November 18th, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. EST

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Meeting III

February 3rd, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. EST

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Meeting IV

April 28th, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. EST

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ACSI Community Group

If you have not joined the ACSI Community Group for this network, you can do so at the link below. This Community Group will be regularly updated with discussion posts, blogs, and resources relating to Spiritual Formation in schools. Join the group today!

Join the ACSI Community Group

We look forward to growing and thriving together in this important ministry!

Bible Teachers Network 

8/28/2025 | Virtual
11/6/2025 | Virtual
2/26/2026 | Virtual
4/23/2026 | Virtual

Bible Teachers Network

With Dr. Sean McDowell

Bible teachers, department chairs, and leaders responsible for spiritual development at their schools are invited to join the ACSI Bible Teachers Network. This network will meet on a quarterly basis via Zoom. Each meeting will consist of teaching and small group discussion. Join us as we discuss various topics like motivating students to care about the Bible, forming a scope and sequence for your Bible program, conversations on cultural issues, and understanding best practices for effective teaching strategies for Bible class. As a member benefit, CEUs are available to participants. Together, we can learn and grow together as we equip the next generation with a biblical worldview.


Dates & Registration

Session I

Thursday, August 28, 2025 | 3 p.m. EST
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Session II

Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 3 p.m. EST 
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Session III

Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 3 p.m. EST
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Session IV

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 3 p.m. EST
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