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
Leading in an AI World: Living Under Lordship
This is the first in a four-part series that looks at the theological foundations for a faithful response to AI in Christian schools. This post is an excerpt from Paul Matthews’ book A Time To Lead. “Where on earth do I even start?” This is one of the most common sentiments I hear as I work with schools to help … Read More
Group Vibe: Your Classroom Culture Shapes You Too
Teachers should take the lead in shaping classroom culture, but we do not construct culture single handedly.
Scientific Storytelling, Part II: How Science Works
It is important that all students develop a deep understanding of the nature of science–its methods, aims, and limitations. Why? Students need this knowledge to grow into engaged citizens and leaders in a world deeply shaped by science and technology. This proficiency is all the more valuable for Christian students as they navigate the exciting but often challenging questions that … Read More
Entrepreneurship Education is Powerful, and When It’s Christ-Centered, It’s Transformative
For the last twelve years, students at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy have been doing everything from managing a coffee bar and selling produce out of a greenhouse to starting a wood-fired pizza oven business and launching the world’s first fine-dining experience out of a high school teaching kitchen. And they’ve been calling it entrepreneurship education. At its core, true entrepreneurship … Read More
Group Vibe: The Microbes Infecting Your Classroom Culture
Have you noticed that strong personalities shape group personalities? Dominant children exert significant influence on classroom culture.
Schools That Inspire: From Remote Villages to Global Leaders
I want to share one of the most inspiring strategies from an Indonesian school named Sekolah Lentera Harapan (SLH) Gunung Moria.
Scientific Storytelling, Part One: Living Like a Narnian
Do you know someone who is an amazing storyteller? When they speak, you hang on each word as they slowly spin a story that is as thrilling as it is moving. Or maybe you know that in whatever tale they are telling, there is a deep nugget of wisdom or a belly laugh right around the corner. Well, I am … Read More
Group Vibe: Why We Stink at Creating Classroom Culture
What is your process for building positive classroom culture? Do you focus on making your space organized and welcoming?
Schools That Inspire: Planning for Flourishing Futures
The Class of 2040 is already in our schools, their futures unfolding. As educators, we have a profound responsibility to ensure that all our young learners can flourish.