As another school year comes to a close, we educators find ourselves bearing a familiar mixture of emotions. There is gratitude for God’s faithfulness. A sense of relief that summer is near. Joy in having seen students grow and move on to another grade or graduate. And, for many of us, exhaustion. Our profession has a cycle with a beginning … Read More
Bioluminescence and Christmas?
One of the many perks of serving as an interim administrator is the opportunity to substitute teach—typically as a last resort! This week, after exhausting the list of wonderful people willing to receive a call or text at 6:00 a.m. and consider changing all their plans for the next ten hours to bail you out, I changed my own plans … Read More
A Heart of Gratitude: Thanksgiving Reflections from an Interim Principal
As Thanksgiving quickly approaches, I invite you to press “pause” so you can reflect on the abundant blessings God continually pours into our lives. In the spirit of I Thessalonians 5:18, “Give thanks in all circumstances,” I am grateful for the opportunity I have had to serve as part-time head of school and principal at a local PK-8 Christian school. … Read More
The Genius of the AND
I’m guessing each of you has encountered concepts that captured your imagination and led to a personal core value from which you now operate. Allow me to share one of mine with you. I first read about the “Genius of the AND” in Jim Collins and Jerry I. Porras’ book Built to Last. This quotation explains the central concept: Builders … Read More
CACE Welcomes Dr. Lynn Swaner as a Senior Fellow
We are delighted to announce a new Fellow joining the work of CACE. Dr. Lynn Swaner brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to excellent, Christian education.
CACE Welcomes Tia Gaines as a Senior Fellow
We are excited to announce a new Fellow joining the work of CACE. Tia Gaines brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to excellent, faith-based education.
Standing on Shoulders: Honoring the Good Work of Dan Beerens
In the world of distinctly Reformed Christian education, few individuals I know have left as indelible a mark as my good friend Dan Beerens.
Embracing Easter: Cultivating Hope and Tradition in Christian Schools
With Easter on the horizon, we have a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the foundation of our faith while nurturing a sense of hope and unity within our school communities.
Interruptions and Disruptions on the Path to Image-bearing
Season’s greetings from the Center for the Advancement of Christian Education (CACE)!
