Keyword Search Results Narrow Results
Your search results are below
-
Adventist EDGE - Southern Union Conference Kindergarten-Grade 12The NAD Southern Union's Office of Education website includes resources for administration, early childhood, elementary, secondary, distance learning, and library/information services. -
ASDASA 2021 Presentations Preschool-Grade 12Themed "Something Better," the 2021 Association of Seventh-day Adventist School Administrators Conference brought together experts and practitioners in three key areas: collaborative culture, capacity building, and commitment to growth. Sessions... -
Lifeline - A Handbook for Small School Success Kindergarten-Grade 8This valuable North American Division small school teacher/principal manual includes checklists, ideas, options, important things to do and remember, problem-solving strategies, teaching strategies, and professional development information. The handbook can... -
Pacific Union Conference Education Department Preschool-LifelongThe Pacific Union Conference Office of Education (NAD) provides an online statement of vision and purpose, as well as a variety of educational resources. -
Resources for Administrators - North American Division Kindergarten-Grade 12Find a variety of resources for use in Adventist schools, including school safety, professional standards, accreditation forms, trip policies, and other documents, forms, and letters. -
A College President and Her Board - Reflection on the Journey TertiaryAfter unexpectedly becoming a college president, the author gained experience working with the board of education. Read her detailed best-practice tips and advice to current and future college and university presidents. -
A Passion for Music? Now What? Grade 10-LifelongA special issue on music-related careers published by the International Adventist Musicians Association. Stories and information are given about Seventh-day Adventists who have succeeded in various careers such as teaching (school or private studio), performance,... -
A Time of Change and Challenge Kindergarten-LifelongThe 1985-1990 Education Report from the South Pacific Division (SPD) presented at the Adventist General Conference Session. Various societal changes were already underway when the quinquennium began and were taken into account in the establishment of goals... -
A Time-Based Model of Principalship for Adventist Schools Kindergarten-Grade 12This study defines and validates the administrative tasks aligned with a time-based model for the principalship of Seventh-day Adventist academies, using comparisons of actual, perceived- actual, and perceived ideal time usage by principals in Adventist boarding,... -
ABC’s of Leading for the New Principal Preschool-TertiaryThis 2012 NAD presentation session introduced induction and preparedness strategies for the new principal. If you are an entry level school administrator, or are returning to school administration, then this session is for you! Join us for an engaging session... -
Accreditation Protocol Kindergarten-Grade 12Watch a 2009 presentation to NAD school principals on accreditation protocol. The total length is about 2.5 hours, broken into eleven segments. -
Addressing the Needs of the Non-Traditional Learner LifelongNontraditional learner needs must be addressed by colleges and universities. Higher education has changed due to the fewer students between the ages of 18-22 and the rapidly changing job market, which requires retraining and advanced training. Institutions... -
Administering a Successful Academy Program Grade 9-Grade 12An interview with Dr. Richard T. Orrison, the principal of Andrews Academy, about administering a successful academy program. -
Administration - Teacher Bulletin Volume 6 Tertiary-Lifelong"The material included in this section is appropriate for administrators and teachers in all kinds of situations. Don't think you need to be an administrator to benefit from the ideas here! A school board presentation describing the Pathways curriculum... -
Administration - The Missing Link in the Integration of Faith and Learning? Tertiary-LifelongThis article explores the role of administration in the integration of faith and learning in Adventist secondary schools. It reveals the procedures, results and recommendations of a survey given to 375 Adventist secondary schools randomly chosen from the 1997... -
Administrative Essentials for Online Programs Kindergarten-Lifelong"Delivering programs online, whether at the elementary, secondary, or tertiary level, is a significant undertaking. This practical overview examines several areas administrators should consider as they set up or seek to improve online courses and programs... -
Adventist Education Research Topics Tertiary-LifelongLooking for a research topic on Adventist Education? Examine this list compiled by Dr H. Rasi in 1995, from suggestions by Adventist world education leaders. Know of research on one of these topics? SUBMIT research report information through CIRCLE. -
Adventist Principals Face the Law Kindergarten-LifelongConsider four policy making challenges faced by most administrators: negligence, student discipline, discipline of employees, and child abuse and neglect. The author states that administrators need to understand these challenges and the legal responsibilities... -
An Assessment of the Perceived Administrative Effectiveness of Boarding School Principals in the North American Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church Kindergarten-Grade 12The purpose of this study was to examine the views held by those whose duties include the management and day-to-day operations of the secondary boarding schools within the North American Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. This refers specifically... -
An Open Letter to Academy Principals Grade 9-Grade 12Could too many extra-curricular activities interrupt the school day and student learning outcomes? The author makes an open call for academic excellence in this thought-provoking letter to principals and school administrators regarding scheduling and its influence... -
Andrews University Educational Research Index 29 Tertiary-LifelongA report of formal research conducted by students in the School of Education at Andrews University. Some studies may be of importance or interest to teachers, therefore they are made available through the School of Education. This edition of the index references... -
Boardsmanship 101 Kindergarten-Grade 12A comprehensive discussion on the role of a board member and trustee in the successful governance and operation of educational Seventh-day Adventist institutions. Some topics include: Why is Boardsmanship Important?; Roles and Responsibilities; Board Members... -
Building a Culture of Trust - An Imperative for Effective School Leadership Kindergarten-Grade 12Research has shown that “institutions with high levels of trust have more productive workforces, better employee morale, and lower employee turnover.” This article covers best practices for building a culture of trust, which is necessary for faculty,... -
Career Opportunities in Philanthropy Grade 12-LifelongJob openings in development targeted to an audience of executives, managers and professionals visiting this site. Individuals who are organization members are encouraged to keep their resumes posted on this site as a reference for employers. -
Change and the College Campus: The Process of Changing Institutional Governance Tertiary-LifelongProfessors within an Adventist college faced the task of developing a shared process for change. Many issues needed to be tackled, and the process got bogged down in the middle, but by the end a consensus was reached and the pilot program was launched. The... -
Christian Leadership Center Tertiary-LifelongThe Christian Leadership Center (CLC) is an interdisciplinary organization of Andrews University providing inspiration, on-going leadership development, coaching, consultation, and research for a network of church and community leadership throughout the world.... -
Comprehensive Planning in Seventh-day Adventist Colleges and Universities in the United States TertiaryPurpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the status of planning in Adventist colleges and universities in the United States, and also to determine if significant relationships existed between planning in small and large institutions and between... -
Continuous School Improvement Plan Instructions, Sample and Template Kindergarten-Grade 12"Continuous School Improvement (CSI) Plans are a vital outcome of the accreditation process. A CSI Plan answers the question: 'How are we going to get to where we want to be?' in the continuous school improvement cycle.'" -
Cooperative Learning as Viewed by Conference Educational Administrators Kindergarten-Grade 12Superintendents from one conference demonstrate how staff development is made possible for its teachers. The three issues this conference identifies as crucial to staff development are shared in this article: staff development must receive high priority at... -
Coping With Criticism Constructively Kindergarten-LifelongDealing with criticism is difficult, especially when expectations are high and resources are limited. This article explores ways of dealing with criticism by identifying three categories of critics, giving suggestions of how to respond to the critics, and... -
Courageous Leadership - Field-Tested Strategy for the 360° Leader Grade 9-LifelongWhen the spiritual gift of leadership comes alive in churches everywhere, the church will become the hope of the world and a most influential force for good. This is far more than another book on leadership strategies and techniques. -
Covenant Leadership - A Service Strategy for Marketing Without Marketing Kindergarten-Grade 12McKenzie suggests that a educational leadership is ready for a paradigm shift. He explores the nature of covenant leadership and the levels of service. This presentation was part of the 2005 NAD Marketing Our Mission Summit. -
Creating an Environment for Excellence Kindergarten-LifelongTeachers' attitudes and perceptions about workplace climate and job-related tasks are important elements in creating an environment of excellence. Using a framework for teaching and learning in K-12 classrooms, the author examines factors that lead to teacher... -
Critical Review of the Work TertiaryThe purpose of this article is to provide an accurate study of the work If I Were the Devil, through which its author, George R. Knight, fully outlines his thoughts and suggestions on the his thoughts and suggestions on the topic of the organizational structure... -
Cultivating Administrators in Adventist Education Kindergarten-Grade 12"Our current Adventist educational system is in serious need of passionate, proficient principals. Unless we are willing to employ some major adjustments to create an environment in which we develop and support leaders, administrators that show promise... -
Customer relationship management as perceived by students and administration at AIIAS TertiaryThe purpose of this study was to find out how the Customer Relationship Management concept, as conceptualized by Kaj Storbacka and Jarmo R. Lehtinen, was being implemented at AIIAS. The concept has four essential relationship perspectives, namely, Exchange... -
Descending into Greatness Grade 9-LifelongIn a society where "upward mobility" is the highest goal, Bill Hybels asks a tough question: Do Christians place God's desires first-or their own? In Descending into Greatness, Hybels and writer Rob Wilkins take the example of Christ's downward journey... -
Does Carrying a Smart Phone and an iPad Make the Principal a Technology Leader? Kindergarten-LifelongIt is important for principals to remain current with technologies students are using regularly and thus become successful technology leaders who make wise decisions about the integration of technology at their schools. -
Easy Steps to Shift Your School to a Data-Driven Decision-Making Model Kindergarten-Grade 12In this 2018 NAD convention workshop, "participants [learned] the importance of continuing to shift the paradigm in our schools to a data-driven instructional decision-making model." See files for the presentation, as well as standard score ranges... -
ECE Director Evaluation - Teacher Perceptions of Director Sample 0-2 years-PreschoolThis twelve-item sample form can be given to early childhood education teachers in order to collect their perceptions of the center director. -
Education Code for Atlantic Union Schools Kindergarten-Grade 12This education code outlines the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures governing the operation of elementary and secondary schools within the Atlantic Union Conference of the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists. -
Education Code for Lake Union Schools Preschool-Grade 12This code is a compilation of policies relating to the establishment, maintenance, administration, and operation of the Lake Union Conference K-12 schools within the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventist education. -
Education Code for North Pacific Union Schools Kindergarten-Grade 12The North Pacific Union Education Code is a compilation of policies relating to the establishment, maintenance, administration, and operation of the North Pacific Union Conference (North American Division) K-12 school system. -
Education Code for Pacific Union Conference Schools Preschool-TertiaryThe PUC education code outlines the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures governing the operation of schools, colleges and offices of education within the Pacific Union of the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists. -
Education Code for Seventh-day Adventist Schools in Canada Kindergarten-Grade 12This manual for elementary and secondary school leaders includes application and authorization for senior academy status, denominational status approval, junior academy application, establishment and maintenance guide, pre/junior/kindergarten assessment, guidelines... -
Education Code for Southwestern Union Schools Kindergarten-Grade 12The Southwestern Union Education Code outlines the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures governing the operation of schools, colleges and offices of education within the Southwestern Union of the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists. -
Educational Leadership in the 21st Century: Challenges and Expectations Kindergarten-LifelongA summary of major issues facing school leadership in the 21st century, this article posits that a clear understanding of the issues will enable Adventist educational administrators and teachers to prepare for the future. Topics include: Modeling Leadership;... -
Enabling the Congregation TertiaryThis editorial is focused on new emphasis of enabling the congregations. It is new in the setting of a stronger North American Division. -
For Rich Dividends - Invest in Adventist Education Kindergarten-LifelongThis article from the JAE special 1985 General Conference issue posits that investing in Christian education will pay great dividends. Christian education should not become overly interested in or concerned about fads in the secular educational world. The... -
Goal Ownership TertiaryThis short editorial is based on goal ownership - whether members would cooperate with the plans, or the goals would fit, etc. -
GRIP -- Growing Relationships Involves People Kindergarten-Grade 12How's your grip? This 2006 NAD Teachers Convention presentation explores core issues concerning principals and leadership issues, from staffing to parents and the community. It focuses on understanding school climate as it relates to relationships and successful... -
Handbook for Principals of Seventh-day Adventist Schools - North American Division Kindergarten-Grade 12Available as a pdf or an interactive online version, this North American Division resource assists school administrators in meeting their responsibilities as educational leaders in the Adventist K-12 school system in North America. Topics include: Leadership;... -
How Educational Leaders Can Use Counseling Principles and Skills Grade 9-LifelongWhat counseling skills would help administrators and leaders better address the needs of those they serve? -
How to Successfully Support Online Teachers Kindergarten-Tertiary"Online education requires administrators who will provide support and mentoring to teachers―who are the school’s direct, daily connection with students. Administrators can accomplish this by building into the structure of the program formal,... -
Indicators of Effective Leadership Kindergarten-Grade 12A list of indicators of an effective leader as described by surveyed educators. -
Institutional Self-diagnosis Preschool-LifelongThe process of self-diagnosis in each of the schools involves an administrative practice of analyzing each of the signs and symptoms of the institution in order to recognize its strengths, opportunities, weaknesses and threats, since we believe that an education... -
JAE Editorial: In This Issue Kindergarten-LifelongIn this editorial, the editor gives an overview of topics covered in this general issue of the Journal of Adventist Education. Articles in this issue include: Measuring Quality in Adventist Schools... -
JAE Editorial: An Ethic for Teachers Kindergarten-LifelongJohn M. Fowler discusses servanthood as the foundational principle in a Christian educational ethic. Using the shepherd/sheep metaphor, he suggests that a teacher or administrator desiring to be a successful shepherd of his or her students or organization,... -
JAE Editorial: Called to Lead in Tumultuous Times Kindergarten-TertiaryIn this guest editorial, the author discusses the substantial amount of tumult the world of education has seen in recent decades and the opportunities these challenges can provide. Additional titles in this issue include: Ten... -
JAE Editorial: Preparing Administrators for the 21st Century Kindergarten-LifelongAddresses the need within the Seventh-day Adventist Church for young, committed leaders, willing to be trained for service in various positions: principals, superintendents, academic deans, or directors of education. Articles include: Servant-Leadership-A... -
JAE: Of Interest to Teachers Kindergarten-LifelongThis Journal of Adventist Education column features current news, reports, and updates of interest to educators. In this issue: Journal of Adventist Education Soon to be Printed in Four Languages; Increases in Alternative Certification for Teachers;... -
JAE: Of Interest to Teachers Kindergarten-LifelongThis Journal of Adventist Education column features current news, reports, and updates of interest to educators. In this issue: Administrative costs of higher education; elementary curricula similar worldwide; private schools reach out; teens and drugs;... -
Job Satisfiers and Dissatisfiers Among the Employees of Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies - An Analysis Tertiary"The purpose of this qualitative study was to review the perceptions and desires of the employees of Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies (AIIAS) on motivational factors ("satisfiers") as indicators of job satisfaction and hygiene... -
Job satisfiers and dissatisfiers among the employees of the Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies (AIIAS) - an analysis TertiaryThe purpose of this study was to determine the ranks of motivational and hygiene factors as indicators of job satisfaction and dissatisfaction among employees of AIIAS as perceived and desired. The study also attempted to determine the present emotional disposition... -
Judy Clements - Dialogue with an Adventist Administrator and Educator in the United Kingdom Tertiary-Lifelong“Motivated by a desire to effect change and to transform lives,” Ms. Clements has found great satisfaction in being in a “position of influence to make a significant positive impact on the lives of individuals from all walks of life.” -
Kentucky - Tennessee Conference Education Forms Kindergarten-Grade 12Downloadable administrative forms available online from the Kentucky-Tennessee Conference of Seventh-day Adventists include: Alternate Textbook Request Appreciation/Concern Forms Educational Expense Report Form Field Trip Check List Field... -
Leading From a Sanctified Heart Grade 1-LifelongMcKenzie focuses on the importance of the spiritual life for the school principal. He states that without leading from a sanctified heart, a principal’s work will not create desirable results. McKenzie supports his theories utilizing examples from the... -
Leading from the Heart Kindergarten-LifelongThe world values money, power, and status; God values humility, compassion, and transparency. Many leaders’ behavior demonstrates that their values are the world’s. Leading from the heart, as explained in this 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation,... -
Leading Up - Practicing Leadership at Any Level Kindergarten-LifelongThis 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation demonstrates that educators must employ many leadership skills, yet many are not in top or designated power positions. If they are successful, they provide leadership in the truest sense–leadership that... -
Legal Responsibilites of Board Members Kindergarten-LifelongCharles McKinstry examines the legal responsibilities of school boards and its individual members. He also discusses areas of particular concern for Adventist school boards. Topics include: Conflict of Interest; Protection of Students; Protection of Employees;... -
Love, Affection, and $1.60 a Month: Early Attempts to Finance Seventh-day Adventist Church Schools Kindergarten-LifelongHow did the early pioneers establish elementary schools? Bert Haloviak describes strategies used by the early Adventist church leaders to establish schools wherever there were children to be educated. Sub-headings include: Ellen White and the Church School... -
Managing a School Crisis for Administrators Preschool-Grade 12The presentation from this 2018 NAD convention breakout session contains useful information about how to handle a variety of safety threats. Examples of protocol from Loma Linda Academy are included. -
Managing Change - Concepts and Approaches Tertiary"The difficult challenge that always confronts higher education institutions in their efforts to innovate programs, policies, structure, culture, and the whole educational system as needed, prompted leaders and teachers to understand the basic concept... -
Managing the Business of the Church TertiaryThe article presents a synthesis of a speech by Dr. Leland Kaiser at a Compleat Administrator's Seminar. The focal point is good management principles and their application within the church. -
Ministry Spotlight Preschool-Grade 12The Ministry Spotlight team writes and edits quality Christian content to save busy principals valuable time. Available services include: -Messages and A/V graphics intended for church bulletins and overhead announcements -Specially designed messages... -
Mission Enablers: Christian and Private Schools Blog Kindergarten-Grade 12"The competition is intense (public schools, home schooling, cyber schools, other faith-based and private schools, and charter schools). Having superior academic performance is a given. Delivering that something extra is also required to establish uniqueness in the crowded market and create the value to justify the tuition. Our blog provides proven practical steps that will increase enrollment, student retention, and keep your school sustainable." -
Mission Enablers: Nonprofit Boards and Leadership blog Kindergarten-Grade 12"How the board interacts with the staff, how it makes decisions, and what issues it focuses on are important to the sustainability of the organization. We provide short, simple, useful guidance that makes board governance easier and improves organizational sustainability." -
Mission Enablers: Nonprofit Fundraising and Volunteer Management Blog Grade 1-Grade 12"Fundraising is the life-blood. Receiving a gift is helpful. The stronger the relationship with the donor the more helpful the gifts are. Strong relationships are what see us through the tough times. Organizations with strong relationships have found weathering the recent economic storm easier. This blog provides ideas for building and sustaining strong relationships." -
Mission Enablers: Nonprofit Leadership blog Kindergarten-Grade 12"[Being mission centric] is how one serves clients and fulfills the mission. It is how one creates a competitive advantage and becomes distinguishable from others. It is what the donors pay for. In short, it is why every nonprofit exists." -
NAD Adventist Education K-12 Leadership and Teacher Standards Kindergarten-Grade 12"The purpose of the Teacher and Leadership Standards … is to serve as a resource for Adventist teachers, educational leaders, and teacher education programs to guide and align professional practice in relation to the development of policies and... -
NAD Handbook for Superintendents Kindergarten-Grade 12"Written for the purpose of providing a concise, user-friendly guide to superintendents of education, particularly to those new to the demands and expectations of the job, this handbook is not exhaustive in content. The chapters provide key information... -
NAD K-12 Educators' Certification Manual Kindergarten-Grade 12Read or print the current K-12 certification requirements online for North American Adventist educators. It includes general information on application procedures, eligibility requirements, denominational teaching certificates, endorsements (regular, specialty,... -
NAD Principals Assess Enrollment Funding and Governance Kindergarten-LifelongReview findings from an in-depth online survey of Adventist academy principals in North America which dealt with questions pertaining to the areas of enrollment, funding, and governance, and how these areas impact a school’s ability to achieve the objective... -
National Council for Private School Accreditation Kindergarten-Grade 12Visit NCPSA's website for more information about this consortium of accrediting associations for the recognition of private schools in the USA. The North American Division of SDAs was a founding member of the NCPSA. -
Object-Centered Children's Sermons Kindergarten-Grade 5Teachers and children's church leaders will find practical tips on preparing and successfully delivering children's sermons. -
PE For Kids - Developing a Physical Education Program for Elementary Schools Kindergarten-Grade 8Areas to consider when establishing a physical education program for elementary schools. These are rationale, administrative/board support, budget and equipment, curriculum and scheduling, space, storage, teaching strategies, and resource materials. This article... -
Political Systems: How They Affect Adventist Education Kindergarten-Grade 12Gene Hsu explores the possibility of establishing a correlation between the work of Adventist education and the political systems in which Adventist schools function. The term political systems is defined, along with discussion of various political... -
Prudent Administration in the Finances of SDA Education Institutions - An Application of A FAIR WILL Concept Tertiary"This paper deals with the importance of prudent administration in handling the Lord’s financial resources. It specifically deals with how administrators envision and perform the utilization of money. Utilization of money in SDA educational institutions... -
Readers Theatre - A Unique Approach to Reading and Writing Kindergarten-LifelongReaders Theatre provides opportunities for readers and audiences to interact. Students develop writing and communication skills, along with comprehension and understanding of subject matter. The author gives examples of how Readers Theatre can be used across... -
Sample Student Handbook Policies - Pacific Union Conference Preschool-Grade 12Reference this document when developing a school handbook for an Adventist school. Sections to include in North America Division schools are included. Some sections can be used verbatim and other sections refer to information from the Pacific... -
School Board Manual - NAD Southern Union Kindergarten-Grade 12This Southern Union School Board Manual contains major policies, plans, and procedures recommended for the administration of conference schools. The materials in this manual are in harmony with the information and policies of the North American Division and... -
School Treasury System Kindergarten-Grade 8School Treasury System (STS) is a web-based solution specifically designed for the elementary schools treasury management needs. The Adventist Church Treasury Solutions (ACTS) team continually works to enhance the program and ensure that denominational policies... -
Some Lessons in Leadership Learnt in My 44 Years in Education Kindergarten-TertiaryAn experienced educator shares ten lessons he has learned about leadership. In summary, "The bottom line in leadership has to do with personal attitudes, beliefs, relationships, feelings and values. These are the attributes that constitute the filter... -
Spiritual Leadership - Moving People to God's Agenda Kindergarten-Grade 12Spiritual Leadership will equip those called to leadership positions with the tools to move God's people on to His agenda. The authors teach on approaching leadership from a biblical perspective. -
Spiritual Well Being and Quality of Life as Correlates of Job Stress Among Academic Chairpersons in Selected Seventh-day Adventist Tertiary Institutions TertiaryProblem: Stress, like pain, begins at birth and remains common to the human condition throughout life, and it is a factor in the experience of every human being who ever lived. It is not merely universal but it is also endemic and omnipresent. Chairpersons,... -
Study Groups in Schools - A Collegial Way to Improve your Teaching Kindergarten-Grade 12Study groups are very effective in helping teachers build community and collaborate. Comprised of 3-6 people working together to implement common training, these groups focus on curriculum and instruction rather than administrative matters. While a public... -
Substantial Change in Program Kindergarten-Grade 12Download the NAD Policy for Schools Substantially Changing Educational Program during a voted accreditation term. -
Successful, Yet Aspiring to Improve Student Outcomes? Kindergarten-TertiaryEven great schools benefit from an intentional improvement plan. This article provides information about professional learning communities, as well as eight tips on implementing a school improvement program. -
Supervision and Evaluation of Instructional Personnel - A Guide for Principals and Supervisors Kindergarten-Grade 12This document examines the role and function of both principals and conference supervisors. Included is discussion on strategies for supervision of teachers in small schools, the role of the teaching principal/teacher, and how to facilitate teacher empowerment.... -
Supervision for Excellence Grade 1-Grade 12Don Weatherall addresses the importance of supervision of instruction, and proposes that in order for teachers and superintendents to maintain a commitment to excellence, they should build partnerships that create an atmosphere of acceptance, provide opportunities... -
Surviving a Natural Disaster Grade 1-Grade 12A head teacher reflects on the first few months after a tornado demolished their small school. Gather practical tips on how to prepare for and proceed after a natural disaster. -
Teacher Evaluations - One Size does not Fit All Preschool-LifelongThis 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation explores the differences teachers have regarding evaluation needs. The same standard form-driven evaluation used for all teachers rarely encourages teacher growth. Learn some strategies to differentiate the practice... -
Teachers Are Special Kindergarten-Grade 12This tribute to and for teachers celebrates the special, and often heroic, role they play in their students' lives. -
Teachers Look At Their School Boards Kindergarten-Grade 12Results of a survey conducted to examine the school board's impact on the life of the church employee. Discussion on attitudes and perceptions of teachers and principals toward board members is also presented. Topics include: Identified Problems; Poor Communication... -
Teaching Principals in Smaller Primary Schools - Their Issues, Challenges and Concerns Preschool-Grade 8"It has often been assumed that the principalship role in smaller primary schools is a 'scaled down' version of a full time primary principalship and that similar leadership and management challenges apply. There is limited recognition of the... -
Testimonies to Ministers and Gospel Workers Tertiary-LifelongEllen White's messages to church leaders following the historic 1888 Minneapolis General Conference session. These powerful messages call for regeneration and reformation. Search the complete published writings of Ellen G. White here. -
The Board's Role In Teacher Employment Kindergarten-Grade 12Who has the official authority to hire and fire certificated teachers in the Seventh-day Adventist school system? This article examines the role of local school boards and conference offices of education in the process of employing quality teachers. Topics... -
The Case Against Committees Kindergarten-Lifelong"Why not form a committee?" is often the clarion cry of many a school or operating board. According to Furst, "Committees can slow progress, strangle innovation, promote mediocrity and discourage initiative." His article addresses the effectiveness... -
The Culture of Sucessful Administrative Professionals in a Faith-Based Setting - An Ethnographic Case Study Lifelong“This study sought to determine the antecedents of successful administrative professionals working in different institutions of a faith-based organization in the Philippines.” -
The Listening Principal - Engagement Empowerment and Leadership Kindergarten-LifelongLearn how a principal can utilize active listening purposefully for the advancement of his or her school. The authors emphasize the importance of listening education and training, and they state that listening should be a part of the curriculum for Adventist... -
The Principal - the Keystone of the School Kindergarten-Grade 12According to research (Pierce, 2000), the principal is the keystone of the school. This 2012 NAD Teachers Convention session defines and explores the role, job description, and expectations associated with the Adventist principal in small, elementary, junior... -
The Principal as Instructional Leader Kindergarten-LifelongThe author outlines the importance for a principal to be an instructional leader by focusing on his or her five primary responsibilities: being a source of encouragement, framing and maintaining standards, leading by example, implementing regular evaluations,... -
The Role of the Holy Spirit in Adventist Education Kindergarten-TertiaryThis 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation considers the work of the Holy Spirit in the school system ordained (set apart for a holy purpose) by God. The presentation focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of Adventist educators and how they... -
The Scholar and the Administrator - Twin Pillars of Truth Tertiary-LifelongReported differences between Adventist church leadership and scholars can be distorted, exaggerated, confusing, and unnecessarily divisive. -
The School Board: If You Build It, They Will Come! Kindergarten-Grade 12Seely outlines the process of building an effective school board. -
Tips for School Administrators Kindergarten-TertiaryLooking to add "sparkle" to your school operation as you seek excellence? These 30+ resources share a core value: "We owe it to all our students to strive to implement programs that are exceptional, not merely adequate." -
Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions - Why Children Should Be Your Church's #1 Priority Kindergarten-Grade 12Few parents and church leaders realize how critical it is to start developing a child's biblical worldview from the very earliest years of life. George Barna shares profiles of churches which are effectively ministering to children and winning the war against... -
Trust as a Critical Success Factor in Educational Organizations Kindergarten-TertiaryThis 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation shares research literature which suggests that trust components of benevolence, competence, reliability and transparency are critical success factors in education leadership. -
Upper Columbia Conference Education Forms Kindergarten-Grade 12Downloadable forms from the Upper Columbia Conference in the North Pacific Union, North American Division include: Alternate Text Request Form Education Materials Reimbursement Student Acceleration Request Acceleration - Parent Consent... -
What Makes a School Christian? Kindergarten-LifelongOn a Christian campus every worker, including support personnel, should communicate visible concern for the present and eternal interests of each student. For students to learn the values of efficiency, cooperation, punctuality, and diligence, their work supervisors... -
What School Administrators Can Do to Support English Language Learners Kindergarten-Grade 12This 2018 NAD convention breakout sessions provided "school administrators with strategies for supporting ELLs and their teachers, ideas for engaging ELL families, and an opportunity to dialogue and ask questions." Read the presentation for details. -
Why Principals Stay Kindergarten-Grade 12The findings of the lived experiences of the principals in the study "Narratives of Longevity from the Perspective of Seventh-day Adventist School Administrators" are shared in this informative 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation. -
Work - Life Balance for the Principal Preschool-Grade 12For principals struggling to maintain balance between their personal and professional lives, this 2012 NAD Teachers Convention presentation provides research and proven strategies for principals seeking this work/life balance. -
Working Smarter, Not Harder - Administrative Leadership Styles in Adventist Colleges Tertiary-LifelongThis article shares the results of research conducted at the 1995 General Conference session in Utrecht, Holland, gathered from Adventist college and university presidents throughout the world field and provides a challenge to administrative excellence in... -
Your Fundraising Toolbox - What are the tools and how do I use them? Kindergarten-Grade 12This 2012 NAD Teachers Convention session explains all the fundraising tools available to Adventist schools in North America, how to determine which ones are right for your school, and how to become proficient in the tools of your choice.