Singing is an important part of worship in our communities. Come to this three-part series of workshops to learn practical ways to inspire and teach young students to sing. Listen to Elementary Music Culture Part 2. Listen to Elementary Music Culture Part 3. Elementary Music Culture was pr

What is the difference between a procedure and a rule? How do procedures help me have a disciplined classroom? What are procedures that can help me teach in a multi-grade classroom? Come to this workshop that helps us understand how procedures are foundational to learning. This session is intended f

The topic of mental health can be a hot-button issue, whether in the secular setting or within the church. But there is no denying that cases of mental health affect Anabaptist schools. Millard outlines three primary views on mental health within Christian perspectives, explores how mental health is

How do we know if we are dealing with a student’s carnal rebellious nature or if the student is lacking the necessary tools to be able to do what we’re asking of them? What are some of the signs of the more common differences/disabilities we might see in children that could affect their learning?

Structured routines prevent negative behaviors and foster a safe, organized learning environment. Abigail differentiates between procedures (consistent methods for classroom tasks) and discipline (addressing inappropriate behavior). She provides many actionable steps towards fostering strong procedu

Am I prepared to teach school? Where do I start? What is most important? If you feel like an elephant that has been dropped into the ocean, this class will give you some techniques and strategies to help keep your head above water! This session is intended for new teachers. Preparation was presented

Does motivation come naturally or is it up to the teachers to make sure that their students are motivated and remain motivated? Is motivation a shared responsibility of the teacher and the student? Do the parents enter into this picture at all? Come to hear some guidelines for ways that teachers can

How can teachers help a student to concentrate? Is it more than just a quiet room? Sometimes we may think that it is all up to the student to figure out how to concentrate on their work, but is that true? Come to this workshop to hear pointers that teachers can use to enhance the ability of their st

Is boredom a necessary evil when it comes to some things we must do in school? What are some practical ideas of how to keep learning and education fresh and interesting without losing our overarching goals for education? Bursting Boredom’s Bubble was presented by Jonathan Miller at Western Fellowshi

A school board is only as strong as its members, but how can a board enable new members to gain a vision for the work of the school and confidently contribute from their own talents? Rod emphasizes three ways to integrate new members and create a cohesive, committed school board: Sharing the vision

When a school board chairman fulfills his responsibilities well, it fosters a unified, effective board that supports the school’s mission and community. Tony provides four areas for chairmen to focus on: Carrying the vision. Chairmen should understand the school’s history and mission and should be a

It may surprise you to learn that 44% of K-12 teachers report frequent burnout. Along with burnout, teachers may struggle with: declining classroom morale, lack of respect from students, personal/emotional distress (often exacerbated by heavy workloads, unrealistic expectations, or lack of support).

A treasurer is primarily responsible for managing the school’s finances. Speaking from years of experience as a treasurer, Steve covers the specifics of what this role involves, including the following: Budgeting. A budget is critical, must be approved by the school’s stakeholders, and drives all fi

Teamwork is the ultimate competitive advantage for organizations, particularly schools. Ryan draws from examples such as the 1936 University of Washington rowing team, Patrick Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team , and Jesus’ leadership of His disciples to illustrate the value of teamwork. When bu

Jacob Peters draws parallels between the Spartan commitment to military excellence and the Christian call to form disciples for Jesus Christ. He traces God's mission through biblical history, emphasizing the role of Christian educators in shaping students for kingdom impact. Some key points are:

In this talk given at Faith Builders Teachers Week 2010, Luke Bennetch shares a variety of ways to grow as a teacher, including collecting books, staying organized, continued study, saving, memorizing, writing, timing procedural changes, avoiding reactions, staying on the student's level, getting pr

In this talk given at Faith Builders Teacher's Week 2010, Pete Peters communicates the spirit and shares the knowledge that forms the foundation of real teaching--unselfish love for students, willingness to grow, and clear purpose.

In this talk given at Faith Builders Teacher's Week 2010, Pete Peters speaks about the importance of respecting the 'hard sciences' as reflecting God's truthfulness and consistency. There is perhaps less in a proper teaching of these subjects that is particular to Anabaptism, but they can certainly

In this talk given at Faith Builders Teacher's Week 2010, Glendon Strickler begins by sharing his burden for the importance of retaining a distinctive Anabaptist Christianity in opposition to continual secular pressures of doubt and corruption. Strickler reminds teachers to create an environment whe

As a member of the school board, you are responsible for overseeing many aspects of the school: finding staff, facilitating communication among school staff, parents, and church, providing finances, and giving oversight. What is the most efficient use of your time? Jonas encourages boards to organiz