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Monday, March 7
 

8:00am PST

CDL5: Deeper Learning in Action (School Site Visits)
Hosted by CACE
Monday, March 7, 2022 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. and Tuesday, March 8, 2022 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Christian Deeper Learning (CDL) brings together Christian educators who desire to engage students deeply in learning, help them discover who they are as image bearers of God, and help them to find their place in God’s story. The mission of CDL is to promote teaching practices that invite and equip students to be people of God’s Story, engaged in real work that forms self and shapes the world. See this blog series, The Many Roads to Christian Deeper Learning, to learn about six ways Christian Deeper Learning is being implemented.
CDL5 gathers educators from around the world and offers a great opportunity to explore what Deeper Learning means in a Christian context, learn from national level professionals, network with others, and encourage each other in their professional work.

For more information, please click here.
Monday March 7, 2022 8:00am - 4:00pm PST
  Pre-Conference
 
Tuesday, March 8
 

8:00am PST

CDL5: Deeper Learning in Action (Workshops)
Hosted by CACE
Monday, March 7, 2022 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. and Tuesday, March 8, 2022 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Christian Deeper Learning (CDL) brings together Christian educators who desire to engage students deeply in learning, help them discover who they are as image bearers of God, and help them to find their place in God’s story. The mission of CDL is to promote teaching practices that invite and equip students to be people of God’s Story, engaged in real work that forms self and shapes the world. See this blog series, The Many Roads to Christian Deeper Learning, to learn about six ways Christian Deeper Learning is being implemented.
CDL5 gathers educators from around the world and offers a great opportunity to explore what Deeper Learning means in a Christian context, learn from national level professionals, network with others, and encourage each other in their professional work.

For more information, please click here.
Tuesday March 8, 2022 8:00am - 3:00pm PST
Town & Country A
  Pre-Conference

8:30am PST

Leading Differently Together
Hosted by Baylor University’s Center for School Leadership
Tuesday, March 8, 2022, 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Don’t improve alone! Work is always better when it is done together.
If your school is ready to catalyze leadership development and schoolwide improvement, this event is for you. On March 8, 2022, your school can join school teams from other schools for a morning immersion of what we hope will be a year of improvement. By the end of our time together, you will be introduced to Collective Leadership and see how applying improvement science to a common problem of practice can lead to better student outcomes.

For more information, please click here.
Tuesday March 8, 2022 8:30am - 12:00pm PST
Sunset 1-3
  Pre-Conference

9:00am PST

Designed to Flourish: Grow in Relationship
Hosted by ACSI
Tuesday, March 8, 2022, 9 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
God designed us for relationship. This session will focus on Leadership Interdependence and Insular Culture. Explore how to foster stronger relationships in your school community to create a caring environment that promotes flourishing the way God intends. Perfect for all school leadership levels, glean deeper understanding of the research domain (part of ACSI’s Flourishing School Culture Model) and best practices utilizing ACSI’s Communities of Practice approach combining engaging learning, discussion and action planning.

For more information, please click here.
Tuesday March 8, 2022 9:00am - 4:00pm PST
Town & Country C
  Pre-Conference

1:00pm PST

From Scarcity to Abundance: Christian School Financial Sustainability and Growth
Hosted by Cardus
Tuesday, March 8, 2022, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
A panel of Cardus Senior Fellows will address two strands of Christian school financial sustainability and growth: 1) innovative financial models and practices; and 2) new developments and trends in school choice funding for independent schools. Cardus Senior Fellows Lynn Swaner (ACSI) and Jon Eckert (Baylor University) address the first with their groundbreaking ACSI-Cardus study on Christian school sustainability, while Albert Cheng (University of Arkansas) shares an overview of school choice and the future of public funding post-COVID.
Join us for these presentations and discussion of ramifications with a roundtable of Cardus senior fellows, including David Smith (Calvin University), Beth Green (Tyndale University), Erik Ellefsen (Baylor University), Deani Van Pelt (Edvance), and Ray Pennings (Cardus co-founder).

For more information, please click here.
Tuesday March 8, 2022 1:00pm - 3:00pm PST
Town & Country B
  Pre-Conference

4:00pm PST

Registration
Tuesday March 8, 2022 4:00pm - 6:30pm PST
Palm Lawn
  Network & Gather

5:30pm PST

Hosted Reception: ACSI
Tuesday March 8, 2022 5:30pm - 6:30pm PST
Sunset 1-3
  Network & Gather

5:30pm PST

Hosted Reception: CESA
Tuesday March 8, 2022 5:30pm - 6:30pm PST
Flamingo Lawn
  Network & Gather

5:30pm PST

Hosted Reception: Christian Schools Canada
Tuesday March 8, 2022 5:30pm - 6:30pm PST
Palm 3-4
  Network & Gather

5:30pm PST

Hosted Reception: Christian Schools International
Tuesday March 8, 2022 5:30pm - 6:30pm PST
Palm 1-2
  Network & Gather

5:30pm PST

Hosted Reception: Global Attendees
Tuesday March 8, 2022 5:30pm - 6:30pm PST
Palm 5-6
  Network & Gather

7:00pm PST

Leading Courageously, Renewing Hope: Finding Strength and Courage for Our Work Together
Dr. Benjamin Thomas, co-founder of B2THEWORLD (an educational for-impact organization that provides transformative education in countries recovering from war), and director of the Kigali International Community School in Rwanda, will share the opening keynote entitled Leading Courageously, Renewing Hope: Finding Strength and Courage for Our Work Together.

Stevener Gaskin, will share Canvas, a unique spoken word piece that highlights the beauty of God's design within the framework of an individual’s passions and lived experiences, offering theological discourse on the vast difference between one’s career and ones calling. Using notes of poetic genre, while adding biblical imagery, Canvas not only displays creative exploration, but also provides a strong dose of edification and encouragement.

Speakers
avatar for Benjamin Thomas

Benjamin Thomas

Co-Founder | Director, Kigali International Community School, B2THEWORLD/KICS
Benjamin Thomas has been a devout global advocate for education. His deep appreciation for global missions has placed him on a global leadership path. Dr. Thomas is the co-founder of B2THEWORLD—an educational for-impact organization that provides transformative education in countries... Read More →
avatar for Stevener Gaskin

Stevener Gaskin

Director for Intercultural Arts and Media, Wheaton College
Stevener serves as Director for Intercultural Arts and Media at Wheaton College. Through ICAM, Stevener advises Wheaton’s Storytelling Project, College Union, and Media Team. His desire is to give leadership, biblical vision, and strategic direction for student-coordinated performances... Read More →

Tuesday March 8, 2022 7:00pm - 8:00pm PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Activate
 
Wednesday, March 9
 

7:30am PST

Early Worship & Prayer (Optional)
Wednesday March 9, 2022 7:30am - 8:00am PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Network & Gather

7:45am PST

Continental Breakfast
Wednesday March 9, 2022 7:45am - 8:20am PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

8:30am PST

Activate: Bridging Divides
D.A. Horton, Program Director of the Intercultural Studies program at California Baptist University and author of Intensional: Kingdom Ethnicity in a Divided World, will share an introductory keynote for the conference theme of Bridging Divides in and through Christian education
Speakers
avatar for Damon Horton

Damon Horton

Assistant Professor and Program Director, Intercultural Studies, California Baptist University
D.A. Horton serves as an Assistant Professor and Program Director of the Intercultural Studies program at California Baptist University, as well as an Associate Teaching Pastor at The Grove Community Church. He earned his B.S. in Biblical Studies from Calvary Bible College, his M... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 8:30am - 9:30am PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Activate

9:30am PST

Transition Break
Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:30am - 9:45am PST
  Network & Gather

9:45am PST

Becoming Communities of Belonging for Students with and without Disabilities
Students learn best and flourish most when assured of their belonging. Yet too many schools still struggle to become places of deep inclusion for children and youth disabilities. In his presentation, Dr. Carter will share a powerful framework for reflecting upon and fostering belonging within Christian schools. Together, we will explore the implications of this work on the ways we welcome, support, and embrace students with disabilities, and create communities of belonging in our schools.
Speakers
avatar for Erik Carter

Erik Carter

Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Special Education, Vanderbilt University
Erik Carter is the Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Special Education at Vanderbilt University and co-Director of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. His scholarship focuses on research-based and principle-driven... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Palm 1-2
  Explore

9:45am PST

Creating a Climate for Educational Shalom
It takes the intentional outlook and purposeful action of everyone within an academic institution to create a community of educational shalom. The pursuit of shalom should impact daily practices, alleviate barriers, and inform strategic planning.  A commitment to work through the messy struggle toward wholeness is necessary if we are to see all stakeholders flourish, as well fulfill the mission statements of our Christian schools.
Speakers
avatar for Joel Gaines

Joel Gaines

Head of School, The City School
Joel Gaines serves as the Head of School at The City School in Philadelphia, PA. Joel is a strong advocate for education, centered around shalom for all and biblical justice. Joel’s experience in education spans over 20 years and includes serving in both urban and suburban contexts... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Town & Country D
  Explore

9:45am PST

Exclusion and Embrace in the Christian School
As communities are formed, they by definition include some and exclude others.  As followers of Jesus, empowered by the depthless love of God, we are called to form communities that embody that love. So the question is, how do we create communities that bring clarity to who we are and what we believe but also allow people to engage and explore in meaningful ways those beliefs? How do our Christian schools specifically embody the kind of community that Christ came to inaugurate? This session will explore these questions, taking significant direction from the work of Miroslav Volf of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture and his book, Exclusion and Embrace: A Theological Exploration of Identity, Otherness, and Reconciliation.
Speakers
avatar for David Loewen

David Loewen

Superintendent, Surrey Christian School
Dave Loewen is the Superintendent of Surrey Christian School, a group of three Christian Schools and three Early Learning Centers in British Columbia. He has served as a teacher and principal at both the elementary and secondary levels. Dave’s PhD focused on Organizational Theory... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Palm 7
  Explore

9:45am PST

Growing Faith: Innovative Partnerships between School, Church, and Home
The Church of England recently launched the Growing Faith Foundation seeking to develop innovative new relationships between school, church and households, which are needed for Christian education to thrive and play its full part in the faith development of children and young people. We will outline the vision and journey so far, consider what the research is telling us, and explore what the future holds for this vital ministry.
Speakers
avatar for Nigel Genders

Nigel Genders

Chief Education Officer, Church of England Education Office
The Revd. Nigel Genders is the Church of England's Chief Education Officer and leads the work of the Church of England Education Office which serves the church’s ministry with children and young people in churches, schools, colleges and universities. The Church of England provides... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Sunset 1-3
  Explore

9:45am PST

Indigenous Youth and Christian Schools: Listening to Learn
This session will feature the story of one Christian school leader's attempt to welcome indigenous families into a Christian school, remove institutional hurdles that might prevent indigenous youth from knowing Jesus, and lead a diversifying school community during a time of profound change.
Speakers
avatar for Jeremy Tinsley

Jeremy Tinsley

Superintendent, Vancouver Christian School
Jeremy Tinsley grew up in Abbotsford, BC, Canada before attending Dordt University in Iowa. His teaching career began at a small Christian school in rural Iowa where he was one of two full-time teachers. Jeremy and his wife, Jen, later taught for five years at Kyiv International School... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Palm 3-4
  Explore

9:45am PST

Is There a Uniquely Christian Approach to Racism?
After briefly pointing out two of the dominant ways individuals have addressed racism (colorblindness and Antiracism), Dr. Yancey will discuss the evidence of their failures and why they fail. He will then look at mutual accountability as a Christian alternative, pointing out why this approach conforms to Christian theology, and highlighting the scholarly work indicating the potential success of this approach.
Speakers
avatar for George Yancey

George Yancey

Professor, Institute for Studies of Religion and Sociology, Baylor University
Dr. George Yancey is a Professor of Institute for Studies of Religion and Sociology at Baylor University. He has published several research articles on the topics of institutional racial diversity, racial identity, atheists, cultural progressives, academic bias and anti-Christian... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Town & Country A
  Explore

9:45am PST

Tov: A Three-Lettered Word That Shapes School Culture
Christians have grown accustomed to revelations of abuses in our most respected organizations. Sadly, Christian communities are susceptible to abuse, and schools are not immune. Abuses occur most frequently when Christians neglect to create a culture that resists toxicity and fail to focus on character as the baseline qualification for leadership. How do we create school cultures that resist abuse and toxicity? The answer lies in a mysterious and beautiful little Hebrew word in Scripture that we translate “good,” the word tov. Tov provides a map for school leaders as they seek to create cultures that reflect the goodness of God.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Barringer

Laura Barringer

Author | Teacher, Tyndale
Laura Barringer is coauthor of A Church Called Tov: Forming a Goodness Culture That Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing. Laura is also a primary-grades teacher and a curriculum writer for Grow Kids. She previously co-authored the children's version of The Jesus Creed and wrote a teacher's guide to accompany the book. Laura published articles for The Jesus Creed and The Englewood Review of Books, and her writing has featured in Church Leaders and The Roys Report. Laura is a graduate of Wheaton College and now lives in the Chicago suburbs wit... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Explore

9:45am PST

Transforming Our Relationships and Schools through Cultural Humility
In our journey as Christian educators, we work with explicit intention to reflect the image of God and be distinctively different as we move about this world, changing the lives of children. However, interacting, serving, or hearing the relevancy and impact of the stories from those that we view as “distinctly different” from us, can often bring challenges, isolation, rejection, and fear in lieu of safe and loving spaces. Usually, the missing accountability exists within the quality of “humility.” The ability to make emotional and spiritual suspended space for the stories of another frequently creates the very thing we desire—healthy, thriving environments that produce healthy, thriving, and valued humans. This session will examine humility and its power and impact in transforming educational settings.
Speakers
avatar for Mia Mbroh

Mia Mbroh

Consultant | Trainer, Mia Mbroh LLC
A licensed professional counselor for over 25 years, Mia Mbroh is a certified parent educator and a trained facilitator for the Anti-Defamation League. Her career has been dedicated to helping others and has evolved into a facilitator of organizational wellness, specifically in regard... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Town & Country C
  Explore

9:45am PST

Welcoming the Stranger
Jenny will share about recent developments in immigration and how they are impacting our schools and communities. She will provide a biblical perspective on how Christian leaders can respond, sharing stories of the work she’s done to mobilize churches, schools, and communities to welcome the stranger.
Speakers
avatar for Jenny Yang

Jenny Yang

Senior VP of Advocacy and Policy, World Relief
Jenny Yang is the Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Policy at World Relief where she provides oversight for all advocacy initiatives and policy positions and leads the organization’s public relations strategy. She is the chief liaison between World Relief and the U.S. government... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Palm 5-6
  Explore

10:30am PST

Learning Lab: How One Year Can Change the Life of a Student
What would happen to the culture of your students after high school if they took one year to dive deep into God's Word and learn practical life ministry? Word of Life Bible Institute equips students to know what they believe, why they believe it, put what they are learning in the classroom into practical life ministry opportunities, all while accumulating almost two year's worth of transferrable college credits.

Presenter: Brian Tanedo
Organization: Word of Life Bible Institute
Sponsors
avatar for Word of Life Bible Institute

Word of Life Bible Institute


Wednesday March 9, 2022 10:30am - 11:15am PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

10:30am PST

Refreshment Break
Wednesday March 9, 2022 10:30am - 11:15am PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

11:15am PST

Becoming Communities of Belonging for Students with and without Disabilities
Students learn best and flourish most when assured of their belonging. Yet too many schools still struggle to become places of deep inclusion for children and youth disabilities. In his presentation, Dr. Carter will share a powerful framework for reflecting upon and fostering belonging within Christian schools. Together, we will explore the implications of this work on the ways we welcome, support, and embrace students with disabilities, and create communities of belonging in our schools.
Speakers
avatar for Erik Carter

Erik Carter

Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Special Education, Vanderbilt University
Erik Carter is the Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Special Education at Vanderbilt University and co-Director of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. His scholarship focuses on research-based and principle-driven... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Palm 1-2
  Explore

11:15am PST

Creating a Climate for Educational Shalom
It takes the intentional outlook and purposeful action of everyone within an academic institution to create a community of educational shalom. The pursuit of shalom should impact daily practices, alleviate barriers, and inform strategic planning.  A commitment to work through the messy struggle toward wholeness is necessary if we are to see all stakeholders flourish, as well fulfill the mission statements of our Christian schools.
Speakers
avatar for Joel Gaines

Joel Gaines

Head of School, The City School
Joel Gaines serves as the Head of School at The City School in Philadelphia, PA. Joel is a strong advocate for education, centered around shalom for all and biblical justice. Joel’s experience in education spans over 20 years and includes serving in both urban and suburban contexts... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Town & Country D
  Explore

11:15am PST

Exclusion and Embrace in the Christian School
As communities are formed, they by definition include some and exclude others.  As followers of Jesus, empowered by the depthless love of God, we are called to form communities that embody that love. So the question is, how do we create communities that bring clarity to who we are and what we believe but also allow people to engage and explore in meaningful ways those beliefs? How do our Christian schools specifically embody the kind of community that Christ came to inaugurate? This session will explore these questions, taking significant direction from the work of Miroslav Volf of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture and his book, Exclusion and Embrace: A Theological Exploration of Identity, Otherness, and Reconciliation.
Speakers
avatar for David Loewen

David Loewen

Superintendent, Surrey Christian School
Dave Loewen is the Superintendent of Surrey Christian School, a group of three Christian Schools and three Early Learning Centers in British Columbia. He has served as a teacher and principal at both the elementary and secondary levels. Dave’s PhD focused on Organizational Theory... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Palm 7
  Explore

11:15am PST

Growing Faith: Innovative Partnerships between School, Church, and Home
The Church of England recently launched the Growing Faith Foundation seeking to develop innovative new relationships between school, church and households, which are needed for Christian education to thrive and play its full part in the faith development of children and young people. We will outline the vision and journey so far, consider what the research is telling us, and explore what the future holds for this vital ministry.
Speakers
avatar for Nigel Genders

Nigel Genders

Chief Education Officer, Church of England Education Office
The Revd. Nigel Genders is the Church of England's Chief Education Officer and leads the work of the Church of England Education Office which serves the church’s ministry with children and young people in churches, schools, colleges and universities. The Church of England provides... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Sunset 1-3
  Explore

11:15am PST

Indigenous Youth and Christian Schools: Listening to Learn
This session will feature the story of one Christian school leader's attempt to welcome indigenous families into a Christian school, remove institutional hurdles that might prevent indigenous youth from knowing Jesus, and lead a diversifying school community during a time of profound change.
Speakers
avatar for Jeremy Tinsley

Jeremy Tinsley

Superintendent, Vancouver Christian School
Jeremy Tinsley grew up in Abbotsford, BC, Canada before attending Dordt University in Iowa. His teaching career began at a small Christian school in rural Iowa where he was one of two full-time teachers. Jeremy and his wife, Jen, later taught for five years at Kyiv International School... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Palm 3-4
  Explore

11:15am PST

Is There a Uniquely Christian Approach to Racism?
After briefly pointing out two of the dominant ways individuals have addressed racism (colorblindness and Antiracism), Dr. Yancey will discuss the evidence of their failures and why they fail. He will then look at mutual accountability as a Christian alternative, pointing out why this approach conforms to Christian theology, and highlighting the scholarly work indicating the potential success of this approach.
Speakers
avatar for George Yancey

George Yancey

Professor, Institute for Studies of Religion and Sociology, Baylor University
Dr. George Yancey is a Professor of Institute for Studies of Religion and Sociology at Baylor University. He has published several research articles on the topics of institutional racial diversity, racial identity, atheists, cultural progressives, academic bias and anti-Christian... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Town & Country A
  Explore

11:15am PST

Tov: A Three-Lettered Word That Shapes School Culture
Christians have grown accustomed to revelations of abuses in our most respected organizations. Sadly, Christian communities are susceptible to abuse, and schools are not immune. Abuses occur most frequently when Christians neglect to create a culture that resists toxicity and fail to focus on character as the baseline qualification for leadership. How do we create school cultures that resist abuse and toxicity? The answer lies in a mysterious and beautiful little Hebrew word in Scripture that we translate “good,” the word tov. Tov provides a map for school leaders as they seek to create cultures that reflect the goodness of God.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Barringer

Laura Barringer

Author | Teacher, Tyndale
Laura Barringer is coauthor of A Church Called Tov: Forming a Goodness Culture That Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing. Laura is also a primary-grades teacher and a curriculum writer for Grow Kids. She previously co-authored the children's version of The Jesus Creed and wrote a teacher's guide to accompany the book. Laura published articles for The Jesus Creed and The Englewood Review of Books, and her writing has featured in Church Leaders and The Roys Report. Laura is a graduate of Wheaton College and now lives in the Chicago suburbs wit... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Explore

11:15am PST

Transforming Our Relationships and Schools through Cultural Humility
In our journey as Christian educators, we work with explicit intention to reflect the image of God and be distinctively different as we move about this world, changing the lives of children. However, interacting, serving, or hearing the relevancy and impact of the stories from those that we view as “distinctly different” from us, can often bring challenges, isolation, rejection, and fear in lieu of safe and loving spaces. Usually, the missing accountability exists within the quality of “humility.” The ability to make emotional and spiritual suspended space for the stories of another frequently creates the very thing we desire—healthy, thriving environments that produce healthy, thriving, and valued humans. This session will examine humility and its power and impact in transforming educational settings.
Speakers
avatar for Mia Mbroh

Mia Mbroh

Consultant | Trainer, Mia Mbroh LLC
A licensed professional counselor for over 25 years, Mia Mbroh is a certified parent educator and a trained facilitator for the Anti-Defamation League. Her career has been dedicated to helping others and has evolved into a facilitator of organizational wellness, specifically in regard... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Town & Country C
  Explore

11:15am PST

Welcoming the Stranger
Jenny will share about recent developments in immigration and how they are impacting our schools and communities. She will provide a biblical perspective on how Christian leaders can respond, sharing stories of the work she’s done to mobilize churches, schools, and communities to welcome the stranger.
Speakers
avatar for Jenny Yang

Jenny Yang

Senior VP of Advocacy and Policy, World Relief
Jenny Yang is the Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Policy at World Relief where she provides oversight for all advocacy initiatives and policy positions and leads the organization’s public relations strategy. She is the chief liaison between World Relief and the U.S. government... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Palm 5-6
  Explore

12:00pm PST

Educators of Color Networking Lunch (Free Registration Required through Link in Description)
Join fellow educators of color for a hosted lunch to connect and see each other, for networking and mutual encouragement. While all educators of color are welcome, space is limited, so please register now using this link.
Wednesday March 9, 2022 12:00pm - 1:15pm PST
Pacific H-I
  Network & Gather

12:00pm PST

Lunch
A la carte lunch available for purchase at the Town & Country’s Pop-Up Market in the Golden State Foyer, with seating available in the Golden State Ballroom/Exhibition Hall. 
Wednesday March 9, 2022 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
Golden State Foyer
  Network & Gather

12:30pm PST

Learning Lab: Flourishing Resources to Equip and Support You
Learn all the new and upcoming resources and events ACSI is providing.

Presenter: Karrie Edwards
Organization: ACSI
Sponsors
avatar for Purposeful Design Publications

Purposeful Design Publications


Wednesday March 9, 2022 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

1:30pm PST

Engage: Bridging Divides
This two-hour engagement session, focused on the day’s theme of Bridging Divides, will be led by Rev. Michael Gulker, President of the Colossian Forum, and cofacilitated by a team of colleagues and peers. In this session, you’ll work together with other leaders in a cycle of collaborative practice, debrief/reflection, and action planning around how we can bridge the many divides that exist in our school communities—and model Christ to a hurting world as we do so.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Gulker

Michael Gulker

President, The Colossian Forum
Michael Gulker is President of The Colossian Forum. He has a long-standing interest in the oft-times contentious intersection of faith and culture and how both thrive best when rooted in worship. During his ten years at The Colossian Forum, Michael has become a leader in helping to... Read More →

Wednesday March 9, 2022 1:30pm - 3:30pm PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Engage

3:30pm PST

Refreshment Break
Wednesday March 9, 2022 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

3:30pm PST

Learning Lab: Digital Worktexts from BJU Press
Richard Terhune from BJU Press will demonstrate and answer questions about our newest educational technology innovation – for the first time enabling digital completion of eWorktext content AND allowing teacher and student interaction and the introduction of teacher generated content through eTextbooks and eWorktexts.

Presenter: Richard Terhune
Organization: BJU Press / Precept
Sponsors
avatar for BJU Press

BJU Press


Wednesday March 9, 2022 3:30pm - 4:15pm PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

4:00pm PST

Ten Ideas for Teaching Christian Worldview with Dr. Sean McDowell (Registration Closed)
Teaching students how to think Christianly is one of our most important tasks as educators. But how do we practically do it? Dr. Sean McDowell, best-selling author, draws from his years of experience as a Christian school educator and offers ten practical steps for teachers and administrators to help students develop a biblical worldview. Come today and implement the ideas in your own classroom tomorrow. Administrators and teachers of all subjects are encouraged to participate.

Refreshing smoothies and fruit bowls will be served, and a limited number of complimentary signed copies of "So The Next Generation Will Know" will be available.

DeepRoots Bible Curriculum is pleased to invite you to attend at no charge. However, seating is limited and registration is required.

(NOTE: Registration is currently closed.)
Sponsors
avatar for DeepRoots Bible Curriculum

DeepRoots Bible Curriculum


Wednesday March 9, 2022 4:00pm - 6:00pm PST
Sunset 1-3
  Weds Afternoon Engagement Events

4:30pm PST

Undistracted: Bob Goff on How to Capture Your Purpose and Rediscover Your Joy (Free Registration Required through Link in Description)
You might find yourself drifting off course, distracted during the course of a day, or even a life. New York Times bestselling author Bob Goff lovingly yanks us back in our lane and helps us live our lives and lead our students toward real purpose through Jesus. Through inspiring and entertaining stories, Bob will help us learn how to identify and eliminate distractions, and show the benefits of living a life of undistracted love and authentic connection, casting a focused vision for the future.

Doors open at 4:00 PM.

This is a complimentary event brought to Converge by World Vision Ignite. However, registration is required as there is limited seating capacity. Register here! 
Speakers
avatar for Bob Goff

Bob Goff

Author, Love Does
Bob Goff is the author of the new book Undistracted: Capture Your Purpose. Rediscover Your Joy. He is also the author of New York Times bestselling books Love Does and Everybody, Always and Dream Big. Bob is Honorary Consul to the Republic of Uganda, an attorney, and the founder... Read More →

Sponsors
avatar for World Vision Ignite

World Vision Ignite


Wednesday March 9, 2022 4:30pm - 6:30pm PST
Town & Country A
  Weds Afternoon Engagement Events
 
Thursday, March 10
 

7:30am PST

Early Worship & Prayer (Optional)
Thursday March 10, 2022 7:30am - 8:00am PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Network & Gather

7:45am PST

Continental Breakfast
Thursday March 10, 2022 7:45am - 8:20am PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

8:00am PST

Learning Lab: Findings from 2022 Christian School Leaders Insight Study
Get a sneak peak of key findings from DickersonBakker’s soon to be released research study providing valuable insights into the attitudes / perceptions of Christian school leaders and current trends / challenges impacting Christian schools, particularly as it relates to fundraising.

Presenter: Derric Bakker
Organization: DickersonBakker
Sponsors
avatar for DickersonBakker

DickersonBakker


Thursday March 10, 2022 8:00am - 8:30am PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

8:30am PST

Activate: Embracing Change
Dr. Linda A. Livingstone, President of Baylor University and a widely recognized scholar in the fields of organizational behavior, leadership, and creativity, will share an introductory keynote for the conference theme of Embracing Change in Christian education.
Speakers
avatar for Linda Livingstone

Linda Livingstone

President, Baylor University
Dr. Linda A. Livingstone is the 15th president of Baylor University. She previously served as dean and professor of management at The George Washington University School of Business, as dean and professor of management at Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 8:30am - 9:30am PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Activate

9:30am PST

Transition Break
Thursday March 10, 2022 9:30am - 9:45am PST
  Network & Gather

9:45am PST

Building Comfort and Capacity for Change
We know how organizations bring about change; it is not a mystery. Unfortunately, most schools are not rich in change-focused DNA; it is just not part of what we have been trained to do well. The good news is that, contrary to most mythology, changing schools is not so much hard as it is uncomfortable. Based on work with more than 250 schools in the last decade, Grant will share the keys to building both a comfort and a capacity for change in your school.
Speakers
avatar for Grant Lichtman

Grant Lichtman

Consultant | Author, Future of K-12 Education
Grant Lichtman is an internationally recognized thought leader in the drive to transform K-12 education. Grant speaks, writes, and works with school and community teams to build capacity and comfort with innovation and organizational change in response to a rapidly changing world... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Town & Country B
  Explore

9:45am PST

Collective Leadership: A Christian Approach to Sustainable School Improvement
Leadership is more biblical, sustainable, and effective when we engage the talents and expertise of others. The lone leader will not flourish in the current educational environment. In over thousands of surveys in public and independent schools, we have identified seven conditions that are necessary for improved outcomes for students. Christian leaders are the confidently humble catalysts that today’s schools need to thrive. We explore the possibilities for collective leadership, networked improvement communities, and the leading role Christians will play.
Speakers
avatar for Jonathan Eckert

Jonathan Eckert

Copple Professor for Christians in School Leadership | Cardus Senior Fellow, Baylor University
Jon Eckert, Ed.D., is the Copple Professor for Christians in School Leadership at Baylor University. He taught intermediate and middle school students outside Chicago and Nashville for 12 years. He completed his doctorate at Vanderbilt University and served at U.S. Department of Education... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Town & Country C
  Explore

9:45am PST

Hewing Stones of Hope from a Mountain of Despair
When leaders are honest, they admit that the most difficult part of leading is not the challenges outside the organization, but the resistance inside the organization—from their own people—when challenged by the changes necessary for the mission to succeed. In this seminar, Tod Bolsinger, author of the best-selling Canoeing the Mountains: Leading in Uncharted Territory, and Tempered Resilience: How Leaders are Formed in the Crucible of Change, will give us the formational practices needed for leaders to survive the sabotage that always comes and develop the resilience for facing down resistance when a leader is in the crucible of change.
Speakers
avatar for Tod Bolsinger

Tod Bolsinger

Associate Professor of Leadership Formation | Author, Fuller Seminary Church Leadership Institute
Tod Bolsinger, MDiv, PhD, is the co-owner and principal of AE Sloan Leadership, Inc, an executive coaching and consulting firm that works with church, non-profit, and marketplace leaders in leading change. He is also the Executive Director of the De Pree Center Church Leadership Institute... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Explore

9:45am PST

Honing Vision Against All Odds: Lessons in Leadership from South Asia
What happens when we have vision for a Christian school but everything is stacked against us—the law, finances, and even the surrounding community? Based on his work in South Asia where this experience is commonplace, Dr. Mark Taylor will share insights for how we pioneer and lead in challenging contexts, with a vision toward planting schools and mentoring children around the world to have a strong faith in Christ
Speakers
avatar for Mark Taylor

Mark Taylor

Director, ACSI South Asia
Mark Taylor is the Director of ACSI South Asia which is a growing network of schools in five countries in the region. After an education stint in Canada he returned to India in 2004 to start two Christian schools in rural, drought-hit districts, which today are thriving communities... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Town & Country A
  Explore

9:45am PST

How Schools Have Become the New Field Hospitals and What It Means to Your School
For more than two decades schools have been trying to solve the teacher and student engagement problem. This presentation outlines how we arrived at a place where teachers are battle fatigued and students are emotionally unequipped for the rigors of learning, as well as charts a redemptive path forward from the unsustainable strain on our schools. I will propose how we might rethink our mission in the context of a post-pandemic society and consider the metaphor of a field hospital to frame our conversation. Participants will gain an understanding of why the demands have gotten increasingly harder and consider steps to revitalize our work and prepare students as resilient learners who can lead under any conditions.
Speakers
avatar for Rex Miller

Rex Miller

Author | Thought Leader, Go MindShift
Rex Miller launched MindShift, a faith-based research and coaching organization in 2013, to address a broad range of corporate and educational challenges. His teams have included more than 100 experts who travel North America exploring the extraordinary challenges schools and communities... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Town & Country D
  Explore

9:45am PST

Making Christian Education Accessible and Affordable for All: Emerging Breakthroughs
While polling data shows high demand for Christian education, national and global enrollment data shows Christian education is a very small portion of the overall educational landscape. Financial and geographic barriers hinder many desiring families and their children from accessing the education of their choice. In this session we will explore emerging breakthroughs which show promise in making Christian education exponentially more accessible and affordable for many additional families in the U.S. and globally.
Speakers
avatar for Andrew Neumann

Andrew Neumann

Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Open Sky Education
Andrew Neumann, Ph.D., is the Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer at Open Sky Education. Andrew began his career as a teacher serving students at the high school and college levels while finishing his Ph.D. in educational mathematics. In 2006, he joined what has now become... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Palm 3-4
  Explore

9:45am PST

Making the Most of School Choice Policy in the United States
Unlike families in Australia, Canada, and many European countries, families in the United States generally do not have access to public funding for attending private schools. There are, however, some exceptions and school choice programs that provide families with financial assistance are growing in popularity. In 1990, there were only five such programs. Today there are nearly 70 with many more proposed in legislatures across many states. Dr. Albert Cheng will provide an overview of the school choice programs across the United States, describe how they work, and offer considerations for school leaders who may wish to avail themselves of those opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Albert Cheng

Albert Cheng

Professor | Cardus Senior Fellow, University of Arkansas
Albert Cheng is a professor at the Department of Education Reform at the University of Arkansas, where he teaches courses in education policy and philosophy. His research focuses on virtue formation and school choice. He is a Cardus Senior Fellow, an affiliated fellow at Harvard University’s... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Palm 8
  Explore

9:45am PST

Resourcing Your School for Inclusion
Your school may already have the most important resource needed to serve students with disabilities well—a heart for inclusion and faith in your community! This session will focus on ways that Christ-centered schools are investing in inclusive education, robust educational support services, and equity for students of all abilities. We will explore tangible ways that your budget can reflect your faith, benefit all students, and build sustainability for the future.
Speakers
avatar for Elizabeth Dombrowski

Elizabeth Dombrowski

Executive Director, All Belong
Elizabeth Lucas Dombrowski is the executive director of All Belong, an organization that equips congregations and schools to glorify God through purposeful, innovative inclusion of persons of varied abilities. All Belong partners with Christ-centered schools across the country to... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Palm 1-2
  Explore

9:45am PST

Together We Rise: Hope, Courage, and Opportunity in Times of Crises
We never know what a day will hold, but as believers, we know who holds our days. When we commit our lives to Jesus and begin this marvelous walk of faith, we don’t know what our journey will entail, but we are called to trust in our mighty and sovereign God who knows us intimately and holds us in the palm of His hands. When tragedy rocked the Minnehaha Academy community, we were shaken, but our trust was renewed as we relied on God’s strength and power to shepherd us through very dark days toward a path of hope for new things that only He can bring.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Harris

Donna Harris

President, Minnehaha Academy
Donna Harris, Ed.D. has served as President of Minnehaha Academy since 2009. Donna has frequently presented at conferences on topics such as project-based learning, integration of technology, governance, strategic planning, and school improvement. Donna is an adjunct professor at... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Sunset 1-3
  Explore

9:45am PST

Why Character Creates the Future
Preparing students for a rapidly changing world requires that they learn to embrace change while developing character—the ability to choose well no matter what! Schools play a vital role in creating the conditions for students to grow in this. How can educators engage their students in this journey? Is it possible to make simple changes that change the aim from building compliance to character? Why is relational connection and challenge so important in the process? In this session Dave will equip educators to partner with students as they develop the muscle of character in today’s complex and rapidly changing world.
Speakers
avatar for Dave Hill

Dave Hill

Founder, HeartSmart
Dave Hill is the founder of HeartSmart, a curriculum that supports over 500 public elementary schools around the world in building an emotionally healthy culture. Prior to this, Dave worked as a children’s pastor for over a decade, trained teachers in growth mindset and produced... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 9:45am - 10:30am PST
Palm 7
  Explore

10:30am PST

Learning Lab: How to Study the Bible
Sit in your student's seat! In this hands-on workshop, you will experience DeepRoots Bible curriculum through the eyes of a child. Annotate a verse, examine its context, and explore how to apply it to your own life as you practice the inductive Bible study steps of observation, interpretation, and application. Bring these skills home and implement them in your classroom, equipping your students to be hearers, examiners, and doers of the Word!

Presenter: Kimberley Van Vlear
Organization: Deep Roots Bible
Sponsors
avatar for DeepRoots Bible Curriculum

DeepRoots Bible Curriculum


Thursday March 10, 2022 10:30am - 11:15am PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

10:30am PST

Refreshment Break
Thursday March 10, 2022 10:30am - 11:15am PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

11:15am PST

Building Comfort and Capacity for Change
We know how organizations bring about change; it is not a mystery. Unfortunately, most schools are not rich in change-focused DNA; it is just not part of what we have been trained to do well. The good news is that, contrary to most mythology, changing schools is not so much hard as it is uncomfortable. Based on work with more than 250 schools in the last decade, Grant will share the keys to building both a comfort and a capacity for change in your school.
Speakers
avatar for Grant Lichtman

Grant Lichtman

Consultant | Author, Future of K-12 Education
Grant Lichtman is an internationally recognized thought leader in the drive to transform K-12 education. Grant speaks, writes, and works with school and community teams to build capacity and comfort with innovation and organizational change in response to a rapidly changing world... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Town & Country B
  Explore

11:15am PST

Collective Leadership: A Christian Approach to Sustainable School Improvement
Leadership is more biblical, sustainable, and effective when we engage the talents and expertise of others. The lone leader will not flourish in the current educational environment. In over thousands of surveys in public and independent schools, we have identified seven conditions that are necessary for improved outcomes for students. Christian leaders are the confidently humble catalysts that today’s schools need to thrive. We explore the possibilities for collective leadership, networked improvement communities, and the leading role Christians will play.
Speakers
avatar for Jonathan Eckert

Jonathan Eckert

Copple Professor for Christians in School Leadership | Cardus Senior Fellow, Baylor University
Jon Eckert, Ed.D., is the Copple Professor for Christians in School Leadership at Baylor University. He taught intermediate and middle school students outside Chicago and Nashville for 12 years. He completed his doctorate at Vanderbilt University and served at U.S. Department of Education... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Town & Country C
  Explore

11:15am PST

Hewing Stones of Hope from a Mountain of Despair
When leaders are honest, they admit that the most difficult part of leading is not the challenges outside the organization, but the resistance inside the organization—from their own people—when challenged by the changes necessary for the mission to succeed. In this seminar, Tod Bolsinger, author of the best-selling Canoeing the Mountains: Leading in Uncharted Territory, and Tempered Resilience: How Leaders are Formed in the Crucible of Change, will give us the formational practices needed for leaders to survive the sabotage that always comes and develop the resilience for facing down resistance when a leader is in the crucible of change.
Speakers
avatar for Tod Bolsinger

Tod Bolsinger

Associate Professor of Leadership Formation | Author, Fuller Seminary Church Leadership Institute
Tod Bolsinger, MDiv, PhD, is the co-owner and principal of AE Sloan Leadership, Inc, an executive coaching and consulting firm that works with church, non-profit, and marketplace leaders in leading change. He is also the Executive Director of the De Pree Center Church Leadership Institute... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Explore

11:15am PST

Honing Vision Against All Odds: Lessons in Leadership from South Asia
What happens when we have vision for a Christian school but everything is stacked against us—the law, finances, and even the surrounding community? Based on his work in South Asia where this experience is commonplace, Dr. Mark Taylor will share insights for how we pioneer and lead in challenging contexts, with a vision toward planting schools and mentoring children around the world to have a strong faith in Christ
Speakers
avatar for Mark Taylor

Mark Taylor

Director, ACSI South Asia
Mark Taylor is the Director of ACSI South Asia which is a growing network of schools in five countries in the region. After an education stint in Canada he returned to India in 2004 to start two Christian schools in rural, drought-hit districts, which today are thriving communities... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Town & Country A
  Explore

11:15am PST

How Schools Have Become the New Field Hospitals and What It Means to Your School
For more than two decades schools have been trying to solve the teacher and student engagement problem. This presentation outlines how we arrived at a place where teachers are battle fatigued and students are emotionally unequipped for the rigors of learning, as well as charts a redemptive path forward from the unsustainable strain on our schools. I will propose how we might rethink our mission in the context of a post-pandemic society and consider the metaphor of a field hospital to frame our conversation. Participants will gain an understanding of why the demands have gotten increasingly harder and consider steps to revitalize our work and prepare students as resilient learners who can lead under any conditions.
Speakers
avatar for Rex Miller

Rex Miller

Author | Thought Leader, Go MindShift
Rex Miller launched MindShift, a faith-based research and coaching organization in 2013, to address a broad range of corporate and educational challenges. His teams have included more than 100 experts who travel North America exploring the extraordinary challenges schools and communities... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Town & Country D
  Explore

11:15am PST

Making Christian Education Accessible and Affordable for All: Emerging Breakthroughs
While polling data shows high demand for Christian education, national and global enrollment data shows Christian education is a very small portion of the overall educational landscape. Financial and geographic barriers hinder many desiring families and their children from accessing the education of their choice. In this session we will explore emerging breakthroughs which show promise in making Christian education exponentially more accessible and affordable for many additional families in the U.S. and globally.
Speakers
avatar for Andrew Neumann

Andrew Neumann

Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Open Sky Education
Andrew Neumann, Ph.D., is the Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer at Open Sky Education. Andrew began his career as a teacher serving students at the high school and college levels while finishing his Ph.D. in educational mathematics. In 2006, he joined what has now become... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Palm 3-4
  Explore

11:15am PST

Making the Most of School Choice Policy in the United States
Unlike families in Australia, Canada, and many European countries, families in the United States generally do not have access to public funding for attending private schools. There are, however, some exceptions and school choice programs that provide families with financial assistance are growing in popularity. In 1990, there were only five such programs. Today there are nearly 70 with many more proposed in legislatures across many states. Dr. Albert Cheng will provide an overview of the school choice programs across the United States, describe how they work, and offer considerations for school leaders who may wish to avail themselves of those opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Albert Cheng

Albert Cheng

Professor | Cardus Senior Fellow, University of Arkansas
Albert Cheng is a professor at the Department of Education Reform at the University of Arkansas, where he teaches courses in education policy and philosophy. His research focuses on virtue formation and school choice. He is a Cardus Senior Fellow, an affiliated fellow at Harvard University’s... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Palm 8
  Explore

11:15am PST

Resourcing Your School for Inclusion
Your school may already have the most important resource needed to serve students with disabilities well—a heart for inclusion and faith in your community! This session will focus on ways that Christ-centered schools are investing in inclusive education, robust educational support services, and equity for students of all abilities. We will explore tangible ways that your budget can reflect your faith, benefit all students, and build sustainability for the future.
Speakers
avatar for Elizabeth Dombrowski

Elizabeth Dombrowski

Executive Director, All Belong
Elizabeth Lucas Dombrowski is the executive director of All Belong, an organization that equips congregations and schools to glorify God through purposeful, innovative inclusion of persons of varied abilities. All Belong partners with Christ-centered schools across the country to... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Palm 1-2
  Explore

11:15am PST

Together We Rise: Hope, Courage, and Opportunity in Times of Crises
We never know what a day will hold, but as believers, we know who holds our days. When we commit our lives to Jesus and begin this marvelous walk of faith, we don’t know what our journey will entail, but we are called to trust in our mighty and sovereign God who knows us intimately and holds us in the palm of His hands. When tragedy rocked the Minnehaha Academy community, we were shaken, but our trust was renewed as we relied on God’s strength and power to shepherd us through very dark days toward a path of hope for new things that only He can bring.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Harris

Donna Harris

President, Minnehaha Academy
Donna Harris, Ed.D. has served as President of Minnehaha Academy since 2009. Donna has frequently presented at conferences on topics such as project-based learning, integration of technology, governance, strategic planning, and school improvement. Donna is an adjunct professor at... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Sunset 1-3
  Explore

11:15am PST

Why Character Creates the Future
Preparing students for a rapidly changing world requires that they learn to embrace change while developing character—the ability to choose well no matter what! Schools play a vital role in creating the conditions for students to grow in this. How can educators engage their students in this journey? Is it possible to make simple changes that change the aim from building compliance to character? Why is relational connection and challenge so important in the process? In this session Dave will equip educators to partner with students as they develop the muscle of character in today’s complex and rapidly changing world.
Speakers
avatar for Dave Hill

Dave Hill

Founder, HeartSmart
Dave Hill is the founder of HeartSmart, a curriculum that supports over 500 public elementary schools around the world in building an emotionally healthy culture. Prior to this, Dave worked as a children’s pastor for over a decade, trained teachers in growth mindset and produced... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Palm 7
  Explore

12:00pm PST

Lunch
A la carte lunch available for purchase at the Town & Country’s Pop-Up Market in the Golden State Foyer, with seating available in the Golden State Ballroom/Exhibition Hall.
Thursday March 10, 2022 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
Golden State Foyer
  Network & Gather

12:30pm PST

Learning Lab: Unbroken
Presenter: Luke and Lisa Zamperini
Organization: The Louis Zamperini Foundation
Sponsors
avatar for The Louis Zamperini Foundation

The Louis Zamperini Foundation


Thursday March 10, 2022 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
Golden State Ballroom
  Network & Gather

1:30pm PST

Growing Faith: A Remesh Live Event
In this high-velocity engagement session, attendees will collaboratively engage the question, “How do we help today’s students to grow in their faith?” Facilitated on Remesh, a cutting-edge, AI-powered platform used by Fortune 100 companies, this session will generate real-time insights you can use around what matters most to you as a Christian educator.
Speakers
avatar for Lynn Swaner

Lynn Swaner

Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer | Cardus Senior Fellow, ACSI
Dr. Lynn Swaner is the Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at ACSI, where she leads initiatives and develops strategies to address compelling questions and challenges facing Christian education. Prior to joining ACSI she served as a Christian school administrator and a graduate... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Engage

2:30pm PST

Refreshment Break
Thursday March 10, 2022 2:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Pacific Foyer
  Network & Gather

2:45pm PST

Engaging Gen Z: The Bible, Jesus, and Teens Around the World
This dynamic session will share new data from a global study focusing on the rising generation and their perspectives on the Bible and Jesus. Sponsored by Biblica, World Vision, Alpha, BSF, ACSI, and others, this study is the largest of its kind and provides invaluable insights for Christian school educators as they seek to engage and serve the next generation. Participants will spend time considering implications and collaborating with other leaders around strategies for their work.
Speakers
avatar for David Kinnaman

David Kinnaman

President | Author, Barna
David Kinnaman is the author of the bestselling books Faith For Exiles, Good Faith, You Lost Me and unChristian. He is president of Barna Group, a leading research and communications company that works with churches, nonprofits, and businesses ranging from film studios to financial services. Since 1995, David has directed interviews with more than two million individuals and overseen thousands of U.S. and global research studies. He lives in California with... Read More →

Thursday March 10, 2022 2:45pm - 3:30pm PST
Pacific Ballroom
  Engage

3:30pm PST

Closing Prayer and Benediction
Thursday March 10, 2022 3:30pm - 3:45pm PST
Pacific Ballroom
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