Realizing our place and nature is important in our ministry. Edwin reminds us of what God calls us to. Courtesy CASBI.

I would invite you as we think about "Teachers are Mentors" to turn in your songbooks to number 585. We have a very common song. The words of this song, I think, are very meaningful in this talk. It's the song "Follow the Path of Jesus." And if you think about it, this is what Jesus did with his twe

Christopher Brode introduces several methods for incorporating nonfiction trade books into the classroom. Christopher shares from his personal experiences with using nonfiction text to enhance curriculum.

Hiring the right teachers is important , and at times it can be difficult to recruit qualified teachers. How can we redemptively address teacher deficiencies? Gerald advocates for a compassionate, yet clear and direct approach to teacher evaluation and development, focusing on the long-term health o

Drawing from his experience as an off-site principle during the startup phase of Trauger Mennonite School, Chet Stoltzfus discusses ways to structure the school to aid in communication, delegation, accountability, ownership, and more. An Effective Off-site Principal was presented by Chet Stoltzfus a

"And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ." –Ephesians 4:11-12 Your job as a minister is to be an equipper. As a pastor and a board member you have the opportunity to equip th

The Role of a Chairman presented by Tony Burkholder focuses on the responsibilities, challenges, and tools for effective leadership as a chairman of a school board. Using the Working Genius framework, he gives practical advice in the areas of vision, giftings, and staff roles. CASBI 2023 was held at

In the Kingdom of God, the role of a leader is to serve; to follow the example of Jesus Christ, bend down, and wash the feet of those he oversees. How can a board and administrator work together to effectively serve their school and community? Join Adin Stoltzfus as he lays out the roles of an admin

Teachers must continually grow to remain effective. Helping Teachers Grow on the Job presented by Gerald Miller focuses on fostering teacher development, emphasizing the necessity of lifelong learning and growth for educators and offers practical ways a board can encourage growth among their staff.

As a School Board member you have been entrusted with the school - it is your job to leave it in a better position than you found it. In this talk Douglas offers you practical advice on what development, engagement, and execution should look like on a healthy board. Do you have a vision for Christia

How strong is your commitment to Christian education? Are you willing to be poured out so that your school can flourish? Join Glendon Horst as he challenges his audience to not only protect but also build on the foundation of your school and add value to the Kingdom. In this talk you will be offered

Using stories, Jeff Cooley, illustrates the effects trauma can have on memory, learning, and behavior. Jeff goes on to provide educational and administrative considerations when helping students work through traumatic experiences. Understanding Troubled Students was presented by Jeff Cooley at CASBI

Media promises connection yet quietly disconnects you from your most vital relationships – God and neighbor. Join John Troyer in this insightful and honest look at technology and its effect on you as an individual as well as the broader church. You will be reminded of the principles that have define

How much does the influence of teachers impact on the church? Matt emphasizes the profound impact of hiring decisions on the future of the church through the influence of schools, and outlines practical reasons for taking hiring seriously, who to hire, and how to hire. Selecting teachers who can not

Does the quality of the education of our graduates tell us if we are getting the work done or not? Is our goal academic excellence or strong character? Parents, how satisfied are you with the school going beyond academics in shaping your children’s perspectives? Schoolboards, does this enter the equ

A crisis is a point of life where something must change or there will be a catastrophe - our teachers face such crises. Are we as a school board prepared to help? There is no equation that perfectly fits for each unique situation. First of all we need to go to God's word. There we will find insight

Respect cannot be forced - it is earned and modeled. Join in this talk to explore how a school board and teacher can work well with a disrespectful student and build a respectful environment for the entire school. Teachers have a huge responsibility in maintaining respect in their classroom and it c

"A unified board," Kelvin shares, "emphasizes the importance of collaboration, trust, and respect among board members to effectively serve the school even when differences arise." As a school board member, you are called to be a man of understanding, to interact with humility, to be a team player, t