Summer Conference 2025

Association Updates

Greatness Embodied: Student Leadership as a Means for Service with Tag Green
Greatness Embodied: Student Leadership as a Means for Service with Tag Green

This session invites participants to reimagine student leadership - not as a spotlight for the few, but as a daily practice of service for all. Rather than emphasizing titles or accolades, we’ll consider how to cultivate a culture where… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


Growing your School’s Culture by Inviting Donors to Fund your Vision w/ Jason Smith and Brad Layland
Growing your School’s Culture by Inviting Donors to Fund your Vision w/ Jason Smith and Brad Layland

Are you unsure about how to ask people for money? Does the power dynamic of fundraising feel intimidating, or do you worry it might strain relationships you've worked hard to build? If you’ve ever felt that asking for funds stands between… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


Building 101: Overseeing Construction as an Academic Institution with Matthew Breazeale
Building 101: Overseeing Construction as an Academic Institution with Matthew Breazeale

Construction projects can bring great excitement to a school community—but they also present complex challenges for school leaders. Without prior experience, navigating contracts, permitting, and occupancy requirements can quickly become… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


If You Build It They Will Come! Campus Master Planning with Kevin Svensen and David Nees
If You Build It They Will Come! Campus Master Planning with Kevin Svensen and David Nees

This session will explore what the Bible says about planning and the importance of casting a strong vision, setting Christ-centered goals, and planning thoughtfully for your school's future. We will unpack the concept of a campus master… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


The One-Size-Fits-All Admission Policy...And Other Myths with Elizabeth Perkins
The One-Size-Fits-All Admission Policy...And Other Myths with Elizabeth Perkins

Drawing on years of experience leading the SCL Marketing and Admission cohort, this session will walk participants through developing and implementing a clear, mission-aligned admission policy. While policies may vary from school to… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


Making School Beautiful with Derek Brooks
Making School Beautiful with Derek Brooks

In this session, we will explore the concept of beauty as integritas, consonantia, and claritas and discuss its practical application in the school. Attendees will learn how to thoughtfully incorporate art into the school environment and… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


The House System: Building Community, Cultivating Leadership with Tori Einstein
The House System: Building Community, Cultivating Leadership with Tori Einstein

This session will equip attendees with practical, actionable steps to start or enhance their school’s Upper School House system. Key takeaways include: 1. Identifying Core Pillars: Guidance on defining essential values that align with your… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


The Great Conversation and Discussion-Based Learning in Practice, Part 1/2 with Matt Donnowitz
The Great Conversation and Discussion-Based Learning in Practice, Part 1/2 with Matt Donnowitz

This session will explore how to implement and assess discussion-based learning in classical education, focusing on the Harkness Method. Often, discussions fail to achieve their potential, resulting in frustration for both teachers and… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


Thick Theology and Common Confessions with John Weichel
Thick Theology and Common Confessions with John Weichel

Classical Christian schools unite students from diverse backgrounds and theological traditions, often leading to simplified Bible education. This session will encourage leaders and theology teachers to embrace a more robust… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


Aligning Athletics & Academics with Brent Stevens and Hayden Johnson
Aligning Athletics & Academics with Brent Stevens and Hayden Johnson

This session will address the common struggles schools face when balancing athletics and academics. Faculty may express frustration when students miss class for away games, or athletic programs may feel like a "necessary evil." Students… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


Not Yet the AI-BOLITION of Man with Craig Doerkson
Not Yet the AI-BOLITION of Man with Craig Doerkson

AI - specifically large language models like ChatGPT - are radically transforming knowledge work and challenging our notions of human creation, thinking, intelligence, and identity. As educators dedicated to cultivating students' love of… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025


Building Student Support with Rachel Welch and Athena Oden
Building Student Support with Rachel Welch and Athena Oden

This session will offer practical insight and encouragement for supporting diverse learners within classical Christian schools. Through shared experiences and thoughtful discussion, we’ll explore the challenges and opportunities of… Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2025