Philanthropy Leadership Retreat

Philanthropy Retreat: August 11-13

Prince of Peace Christian School Conference Center, Carrollton Texas (near Dallas)

CSM Learn Mission Statement

To train, mentor, and inspire a generation of Christian school leaders

who will transform their schools with and for the next generation of children

to powerfully impact the world for Jesus.

WHAT

Development Director/Principal/Fund-raising Professional/Board Volunteer Learning and Certification

Learn a lot. Learn intensely. Practice what you learn. This is the learning and certification that will empower you to empower your Board, excite your volunteers, inspire your donors, and most importantly serve your children. CSM provides and teaches this philanthropy retreat leading to expertise and certification.

The syllabus is taught over three days from Wednesday and ending with lunch on Friday at noon. The 2021 dates are August 11-13, 2021.

For any questions please contact christianschoolmanagement@gmail.org

You can download the syllabus of instruction here.

WHEN

Wednesday to Friday, August 11-13, 2021

August 11: 9.00a.m. - 4.00p.m. including lunch
August 12: 8.00a.m. - 4.00p.m. including lunch
August 13: 8.00a.m. - 1.00p.m. ending with lunch at 12.00p.m.

morning and afternoon snacks and a simple lunch provided

You can download the entire schedule and syllabus here.

This Retreat will definitely run. If it is not possible to operate in person (our preferred venue), then it will run in an online format.

WHERE

Prince of Peace Christian School Conference Center, 4004 Midway Rd, Carrollton, TX 75007

https://www.popcs.org/

CSM is grateful to Prince of Peace Christian School Conference Center for partnering in this important way.

Prince of Peace Christian School Conference Center Mission Statement

POPCS provides a Christ-centered exemplary education equipping students for leadership, service, and success.

This Retreat will definitely run. If it is not possible to operate in person (our preferred venue), then it will run in an online format.

FEES and REGISTRATION

Your registration fee includes:

18 hours of intensive professional study
Time for mentoring and coaching by the Retreat leaders
3 lunches (Wednesday through Friday)
Break snacks / drinks on each day during the morning and afternoon sessions

Fee $427 (member) $547 (non-member)

Retreat will definitely run. If it is not possible to operate in person (our preferred venue), then it will run in an online format.

JUSTIFY YOUR ATTENDANCE TO YOUR BOARD OR YOUR PRINCIPAL/HOS

Craft a proposal using these key points:

Direct impact on philanthropy with an anticipated increase in annual giving, better and more productive relationships with your leadership donors, a clear plan to take the school forward, and the opportunity to maximize capital giving.
Indirect impact on enrollment i.e. communications and stewardship skills and materials that will enhance relationships with your parents and others in your community; philanthropy outcomes that will support your case for enrollment and re-enrollment.
Direct impact on you. Of course, you will know more. More importantly, the knowledge and skills that you will take with you on your vocational journey will help you achieve better balance in your personal / professional life, and give you better confidence to both lead your team and serve your Board.
Direct impact on your Board. You will be able to provide the Board with clarity as to their role and help them enact it with energy and focus. They will themselves see themselves as stronger leaders of the school and enjoy the increased success that you can achieve together as professional and volunteer partners.
Direct impact on your family. As you hone and improve your leadership and the leadership of those around you, and as your enrollment and philanthropy provide better resources to operate the school, so you will be able to spend more time with your family and enjoy a better balance of life.
Direct impact on your faith. We believe we are called to our work and we believe that God is faithful in our work. As we carry our loaves and fish to Jesus, we are confident that He will bless them and feed the 5,000. We will say with the Psalmist, all your works praise you O God (Ps. 145). And God’s grace, which is all sufficient, will be with us and help us extend His kingdom here on earth as in heaven.

RETREAT LEADERS

Our three retreat leaders have over 110 years of education experience between them. They are a formidable team providing insight and experience every day of the retreat. Each is the primary leader on the day that utilizes their specific expertise. They are committed to providing advice and counsel based on the latest research, extensive experience, and immersion in Scripture.

Simon Jeynes, Executive Director of CSM

Simon has been in Christian education since 1977 and personally consulted intensely with over 170 schools. Simon is one of the founders of CSM and committed to extending God’s Kingdom, “letting the little children come to me” (Matthew 19: 14). He ran his first annual fund for his children’s school and increased receipts by almost 100% in the first year. He has carried out Annual Fund training sessions for CSM and developed CSM’s teachings around philanthropy. Simon will be our resident expert on Wednesday. You can get in touch with Simon at christianschoolmanagement@gmail.com.

Patrick Carlove, Advancement Director at Prince of Peace Christian School, TX

Patrick began his ministry in Christian education as a teacher, added Peer Minister and baseball coaching to his accomplishments, then became in succession Assistant Principal and then Executive Director of Concordia Academy in Austin, Texas. He oversaw all operations of this new school from the start-up phase through the accreditation process. Eventually be was appointed Chief Advancement Officer at Prince of Peace Christian School, helping the school move annual giving from an average of $225,000 per year in 2011-2016 to over $1.6 million in 2019. Patrick will be our resident expert on Thursday. You can get in touch with Patrick at Patrick.Carlove@popcs.org

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

Lodging is not included in the fee. Here is a partial list of accommodations in the area representing various price points.

Cambria Hotel Plano Frisco https://www.choicehotels.com/texas/plano/cambria-hotels/txf24?source=gyxt
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Addison Galleria https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hawthorn-extended-stay/addison-texas/hawthorn-suites-by-wyndham-addison-galleria/overview?CID=LC:BH::GGL:RIO:National:32417&iata=00093796
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dallas Near the Galleria https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dalvvdt-doubletree-dallas-near-the-galleria/?SEO_id=GMB-DT-DALVVDT&y_source=1_MTM3MjYzMy03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24uZ29vZ2xlX3dlYnNpdGVfb3ZlcnJpZGU%3D

This Retreat will definitely run. If it is not possible to operate in person (our preferred venue), then it will run in an online format.

GETTING THERE

Closest airport: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

https://www.dfwairport.com/

Direct flights from (among others): Seattle, Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Cedar Rapids, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Colorado, Denver, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Houston, Jacksonville, Kansas City, Knoxville, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Manhattan, Miami, Nashville, New Orleans, Oklahoma City, Phoenix.

This Retreat will definitely run. If it is not possible to operate in person (our preferred venue), then it will run in an online format.

MEALS

Your registration fee includes:

Wednesday: lunch
Thursday: lunch
Friday: lunch

morning and afternoon snacks and a simple lunch provided

DRESS CODE

Business casual (erring on the side of casual) is always safe with us. We want you to be comfortable. Be sure to bring a jacket or sweater in case you find the meeting room chilly. There can be significant temperature changes inside to outside.

Historical average temperatures are 96 during the day and 77 at night.

QUESTIONS

For any questions with regard to the Retreat, please contact Simon Jeynes at: christianschoolmanagement@gmail.com

THE FINE PRINT

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received in writing to us 45 days prior to the event will be refunded less a 20% processing fee. After that date no refunds are available, but replacement registrants are welcomed. The deposit is non-refundable in any circumstances.

Consent to Use of Photo / Video / Audio: Registration, attendance at, or participation in CSM meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to CSM’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videos, electronic reproductions, and audio of such events and activities.

IS PR FOR YOU?

The CSM Philanthropy Retreat is designed for:

Those who would like to become a Principal / Head of School and would like to start their new position understanding the role of Philanthropy
For those in their first five years as Development Director / Annual Fund Director and would like to deepen their knowledge and/or understand the CSM corpus of knowledge, research, and Scriptural understanding of Christian School philanthropy
For current Principals / Heads of School who have never received philanthropy training
For those who are experienced and would like a refresh in their career and get the old excitement back
For leaders who want to come with one or more mentees / high potentials and collaborate to craft great plans for their school while learning at the same time with a network of similarly motivated professionals under the guidance of leading experts in the field

“Steve was very authoritative in his subject. He has a great grasp and familiarity with the physical worldview of running a school that’s committed [to that biblical worldview] and was definitely able to communicate that. One of the things I really appreciate about Steve is that he and I spent time on the phone after the workshop, he sent emails, and he’s been very available for questions and talking things through and helping me out.”

Clint Allen, Headmaster
Alpha Omega Academy, TX

Tom and Greg were very professional guys. They knew the history of Parkview and adjusted. We were going through significant changes the week or 2 before the consultation, and they rearranged their entire approach. They were very accommodating about meeting us where we were. We got the direction we needed.

Jed Davis, Board President
Parkview Christian Academy, IL

Polite? Yes, he’s very well-mannered, great with all the different groups, related well with them. Simon is very blunt – “I can’t imagine a worse possible schedule.” Some of the feedback was hard to hear for some of my employees, especially the marketing team. He’s forthcoming, he doesn’t pull any punches – that’s what I pay him for. I wanted him to be able to say it so they would listen. He was well-versed in all the school’s data, well-prepared, and wasn’t prescriptive – like “your mission’s wrong” – whatever his preferences were.

Peter Hansen, Head of School
Lancaster County Christian School

Simon did an outstanding job. I don't agree with him on everything, but his positions are always logically and intellectually formed.

Deborah Miller, Regional Director (former)
ACSI - North-West, MT

I don't know how it could have been done any differently, but it was a lot to absorb in 3 days. We wrote the plan with him, presented it to the faculty, and even up until about 2 weeks ago we kept refining it. This was so helpful for our staff. I was glad he included lead teachers - there's so much more buy-in. Simon was so gracious. One place he focused was the mission statement. As someone of his knowledge, I said I wished he could talk with the Board about it. So he came to a 6 a.m. meeting the day he was leaving. Then the Foundation Braod came in and he met with them about facilities. Our secondary Principal, who's relatively new to the school (2 years) was more excited about Simon's visit than he has been since he joined us. It gave him direction. IF that's all that happpeneded [as a result of the consultation] that alone would have been worth it.

Diann Floth, Head of School
Billings Christian School, MT

Collaborate – We did a lot of meeting and talking before the day about what the goals were for the day. Then we went to dinner afterwards and talked about how it went and what the next steps are. He was very interested in tailoring it to what we needed to have happen. He said what needed to be said but in a way that was able to be heard. His rates are very reasonable; it was very affordable for our school. It was awesome!

Josh Bowar, Head of School
Sioux Center Christian School, IA

It was very exciting. Everyone is encouraged and energized – it’s the shot in the arm we need.

Bethany Wirin, Head of School
Marshalltown Christian School, IA

Simon has such a depth of knowledge. It’s invaluable to get his perspective on where you’re at. We expected new things and we got them. The surprising thing was there were areas where we weren’t aware he had knowledge and could address with us. We will have him back again. It’s like an annual self-exam, having Simon come in every year and give us a check-up in a certain area.

Diann Floth, Head of School
Billings Christian School, MT

Simon asked a lot of questions before he came about the audience, so he knew who we were and what we would be looking for. He was easy to listen to and made little jokes here and there – that’s nice to have that when you’re sitting and listening. He was direct. He wasn’t aggressive, but he wasn’t afraid to say what needed to be said. We felt he was very knowledgeable and had lots of experience that he brought to the table.

Nicki Kuiper, Coordinator
Heartland Schools

The following Friday at 7 a.m. I walked past a preschool teacher who said, “Dr. Walner, that was money well spent.” All the teachers felt affirmed by the strategic planning process. Bill and Tom helped solidify visionary ideas, but the most valuable was understanding how to fund those ideas in the next 5 years. The strategic financial plan showed us what the market could bear and recommended an 8.9% tuition increase. We usually do around 5%, but we went ahead and our re-enrollment has been the strongest ever.

Dr. William Walner, Principal
Bethany Christian School, CA

We were tremendously blessed by what Bill (Simmer) said. People’s experience was “I never thought of it that way.” He delivered tremendously for everybody; it was a mix of new people and “old people” [veteran teachers]. There was a whole different perspective – data-driven vs. anecdotal. We were satisfied – very much so. A number of people said they want Bill to come back.

Edward Fidellow, Executive Director
Christian Montessori Fellowship

This was a great experience. When you go it alone and you have someone come alongside to help, it’s very meaningful - it’s such a powerful experience to have a plan. My goal is to review the strategic plan on a weekly basis. We appreciate the effort made to put everything on paper with a structure – year 1, year 2.

Robert Peck, Headmaster
The Samuel School, PA

Christian school leadership is more complex, more demanding, and more needed than ever. Traditional graduate programs fail to prepare Christian school leaders and provide ongoing support to address this reality. Transformation Academy provides the framework, content, and mentorship to prepare future and current leaders to thrive in leading Christian Schools. It is one of the only programs to comprehensively tackle critical leadership roles in the areas of finance, fundraising, board governance, spiritual leadership, and data-driven organizational benchmarking. If I were replacing myself in the role of HOS at my school, Transformation Academy would be mandatory for my successor.

Cade Lambert, Superintendent
Des Moines Christian School

For most of us who get involved in Christian schooling, it doesn’t take long to realize that it’s unlike any other type of organization. Training in the non-profit and for-profit world both fall short of addressing the unique circumstances of the business/ministry paradox in private Christian education. In my first year as a head of school, I felt like an astronaut without a tether – very aware of all the vast things I didn’t know and not sure which way was ‘up.’ Transformation Academy served as my “ground control” experience. Addressing both the strategic and the spiritual, I returned to my school with a framework for progress and a variety of effective tools for helping my board understand our specific opportunities for improvement. Implementation of those improvements are on-going, but my school has gone from ‘swirling the drain’ to a financially-sound, mission-focused educational ministry. Prayer, hard-work and great intentions can take you far – but it matters to first know that you’re going in the right direction. Transformation Academy was paramount in determining our focus for change.

Erin Hart, Head of School
3 Rivers Christian School, WA

The value in Transformation Academy is greater than the investment to attend. I arrived at Transformation Academy with 10 years of experience as head of school and felt like I left with the most valuable leadership training I had ever received for Christian education. Those two years changed my life and my trajectory as a head of school. I left that experience feeling equipped to make decisions that would radically change the effectiveness and sustainability of our school. Transformation Academy truly is transformational. That was five years ago. Since then, our school has grown, added a campus, built a strategic reserve, added highly qualified staff in administrative positions, and made changes to curriculum and programs to better meet the needs of our students. Everyone in Christian school leadership should participate in Transformation Academy to change the course of Christian education for the Kingdom!

Aaron Coon, Head of School
Calvary Christian Academy, DE

Simon and Bill were able to sell it to the Board. They did a lot of homework and knew a lot about us. I really appreciate how accessible they’ve been following the consultation. One day I sent them 3 emails. They responded quickly and were able to give us good solid advice.

Michelle Goodman, Principal
The King's Academy, PA

Bill and Simon did their homework – pointed out things we hadn’t noticed and we were, “Really?” They knew us about as well as anyone could on a paper basis. They were respectful of our mission. One of the recommendations was a mission refresh – how it could be made better – and they were always respectful. Success is often measured by beginning with clear goals. We have those. With the faculty, two areas were really positive – mission at the beginning and professional learning community at the end. The other two areas landed like bricks – scheduling and assessment. It was the only blemish on the week.

Luke Davis, Headmaster
Seattle Classical Christian School, WA

This time they added a piece and engaged our faculty. That wasn’t part of the first one we had done. It made a big difference for the teachers to see that they are valued. You got what you needed to hear: They did not mince words, and we didn’t pay them to mince words. There was no candy coating. And they did it in a constructive, not a judgmental, way.

Mike Myers, Headmaster
Dayspring Christian School, PA

He absolutely facilitated conversations. The school is undergoing a lot of change, and people needed to share their thoughts and perspectives about the past. He was sensitive to that. He was very collaborative. It’s fun to work with a consultant like Simon – we value that. He’s a knowledgeable person who’s been in the industry a long time, and he’s working with a school that hasn’t been working with best practices. He’s great company, and he has a winsome way with his personality and the way he approaches things. He makes it fun.

Clark Gilbert, Head of School
Milpitas Christian School, CA

It took a bit to get the Board members to spend the money to bring in a consultant. We had brought in a consultant before and implemented only some of the suggestions. All of the Board agreed this was money well spent. We went out of our way to do this. I was able to convince the Board President, but we had about an hour discussion at a Board meeting about hiring CSM. Even at our meeting last week, the Board members were saying, “That was a good Consultant study.” The consensus of the Board was that it was a really good idea. Our Board members are business people and have had consultants. One had spent $75,000 for a consultant study and never implemented much. He said they’d basically wasted the money. The Board members say this was “worth it.” We appreciated the plan being written in a way that was usable. A lot of consultants give you information, but it’s not usable. I also appreciate that Bill and Simon have been accessible after the visit. That’s really important for us. They said, “If you need us, if you have questions, feel free to email or call.” A lot of people would say, “We get $125 an hour.”

Warren Barrett, Head of School
Grace Academy, MD

We hired the workshop leaders as a team - they did an excellent job. They were socially aware - They were sensitive to what's happening in the room even as they were teaching. They were all wonderful that way. Worth the $$ - I absolutely will hire them again. I definitely think the practical solutions they offered will make an impact if the schools apply them. I love what Simon and Bill bring to the table. Lauren hit it out of the park - she is outstanding.

Cindy Dodds, Regional Director
ACSI - Northeast

Overall, the experience was very positive, and the Board got some new life, some new energy, and we're all really excited about it. We're already acting on the first step. We engaged with a master facilities planner, hired him and that's under way. We also made financial decisions just last night about tuition, and we're working on our Board governance and structure.

Kyle Kuipers, Board President
Byron Center Christian School

“In faculty evaluation, we came to the idea together. Simon brought us to where we were saying, 'This is good.' I appreciate that they didn't throw out everything that we had been building. They created a shift in mindset that allowed us to focus on growth and create a system for the 95% of teachers who do want to grow. We'll be implementing in the spring. "The schedule was presented to us - it's amazing what they accomplished in the time they spent. They demonstrated how we could financially afford it and the benefits it would bring. There was so much to consider that I asked he to give us a day after got home to go into the elementary and middle school schedules more deeply. The research pieces were important; they laid the foundation for why. Walking through the challenges with the current schedule made it obvious we needed to shift. We're implementing in 2021."

Jake Mulvihill, Head of School
Legacy Christian Academy, MN

“He did tell us what we needed to hear. It’s one of the CSM promises – it’s built into the organization – you get a helping hand and a nudge in the right direction. The first consultation we laid the framework – strategic planning, strategic financial planning, updating the mission. This time we built on that structure and filled it in. Simon gives us hope (which is huge), help (a plan), direction (where we want to go), and wise counsel (based on his knowledge of the industry, his passion for Christian schools, and his years of experience). It’s just invaluable. When other schools call, I tell them, 'Do anything you can to get them there. If you get one student as a result, you’ve paid for it. It’s worth every penny and then some.'”

Shawn Smith, Principal
Grace Christian School, VT

"Simon helped us understand what we need to do to put the school on a different trajectory. He didn't try to make us into something we're not. The leadership and Board have realized that the world is changing pretty quickly. This was a really helpful process for us. The leadership and the Board are energized. Monday next week, God willing, the Board is going to approve the strategic plan. On February 15, God willing, we're holding an in-service to present the plan to the faculty. We're jumping in with both feet."

Henry Doorn, Superintendent
Southwest Chicago Christian Schools, IL

"The key performance indicators were really helpful. We may feel like we’re actually growing and improving, but are we really? That gave us something tangible to look at and make judgements about. During my time in schools, I’ve had maybe 3 consulting experiences and this is the first one where I felt I really got my money’s worth. It was a very good thing for us. I was talking with the Board President and we’re starting to turn the corner we wanted to turn. It was the push we needed."

David Couchman, Principal
Summit Christian School, CA

"I knew we would have lots to get ready. Simon was very specific about what he needed. He did his homework so our time together was well spent. He was up to speed when he arrived. He had read all the materials we sent and everything else he could get his hands on. He and Greg definitely made an easy team - they complemented each other. Greg would add relevant things he had seen recently in his own school and other places. Simon didn't give us conclusions. He left us with 7 different schedules and we were tasked with coming up with the final one. He enlightened us about the possibilities and showed us the strengths of each one. We came up with another one that was not exactly like the one he presented. Being open-ended and reflection are critical - it's better if you do it yourself.

Rev. "Boo" Kay, Principal
Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School, LA

"You don't meet many people like Simon. He can tell you something and be blunt and still make you feel good about yourself. That's a great quality. He said what needed to be said. I wish we'd brought him in for two days - he had so much more to offer. He did a great job with the time he had."

John Barkel, Principal
Fremont Christian School, MI

"Bill (Stevens) was definitely collaborative and told us what we needed to hear. There was a meeting on Saturday with the School Board to ask questions and get to the answers. I liked that he was very honest with us. He could be direct, not mincing words or trying to sugarcoat. One thing that stuck with me: Bill comes with experience and he used that to help us dig deeper and think. And he also took time to pray not just for us, but with us – that was huge, as a leader and from where my focus was."

Kasinda Bristol, Head of School
Trinity Christian School, CT

"We’re totally blessed. We got more than we expected and it was worth more than the paycheck. It was a value, not an expense. We’re excited. "What else was amazing is that Simon is like the Energizer Bunny. The hours he put in – we spent 13 hours a day together. It was clear that he cared, he was vested. He rolled up his sleeves and addressed everything - from abstract thinking to future planning to budget to scheduling – the day-to-day to the very strategic. It was really fun."

Shawn Smith, Head of School
Grace Christian School, VT

“Simon used theory and his experience to move the Finance Committee forward. He worked non-stop and left us with recommendations that were specific to our mission and strategic plan that we are able to move forward with. He got the Board talking in a short amount of time, and accomplished a great deal in the short time he was with us. It was like drinking through a fire hose. The Board wanted to put aside funds to bring the consultant back and monitor the school’s progress. We are very thankful.”

Neil Capone, Head of School
Faith Heritage School, NY

"What Bill and Simon told us was relevant and accomplished my vision for the day. Part of that vision was to take some specific topics and lay the foundation – almost an educational philosophy – that we could move forward with as a school together."

Jake Mulvihill, Head of School
Legacy Christian Academy, MN

When asked whether the Head understood her path better than before, she said, “Yes, absolutely, and the Board does too.” Their meetings are more effective – now Board meetings are 1-1/2 hours long, not 3 hours. “That is huge.”

Jennifer Knecht, Head of School
Manheim Christian Day School, PA

"Tom and Simon definitely did their homework. I was amazed - I wasn’t sure how much they’d read of all the information we gave them, but they seem to have read everything. The consultation brought people on board concerning critical issues.

Dan De Kam, Executive Director
West Michigan Christian Schools Collaborative, MI

When I found the toilet bowl cleaner that actually worked (ZEP), I was so relieved. When I discover the shoes that were so comfy, stylish and last forever (Clarks), I felt like I accomplished something. To finally find the resource, people and organization that understands what I am facing and where I ultimately want to go (CSM), I've been changed. No disrespect in comparing CSM to shoes and TB cleaner, but if you knew the arduous journey (as some of you do) to search high and low for years and try everything under the sun to solve these needs, you will relate to what I am saying. I've paid for education. Lots of it - but I simply could not find the people able or willing to meet me where I was as at as a school leader. I had worked my tail off and had a good school. But we want a great school and we want to be able to communicate what we do to others. I got my Masters Degree in education, I went to conferences galor, including leadership conferences, I paid for consulting from business consultants, non profit consultants and educational consultants - I sometimes left with nuggets of wisdom so small- you would have mistaken them for chicken nuggets at Micky D's. Then I met Bill. Now I don't want Bill to get a big head - but wow. When he spoke to a group of us at a Christian Montessori Conference- I was blown away. He actually not only knew what he was talking about from personal experience - he understood what I struggled with from years of research into what school leaders all over deal with. It's an important difference. And Bill is not a mild mannered boring guy....Bill tells you like it is. Kind of like the way that really wise old widow at your church looks at you straight in the eyes and tells you the most profound and sometimes painful things because they love you and they want the best for you and they care more about helping you than you liking them. But it's even better than that, because Bill also LISTENS! Actively listens and helps you process what is going on in your own head and the revelations waiting to emerge. Then sits back and celebrates the idea that was born. I mean, being the school leader can be challenging. No one else in your school or even family really has that job and can relate to the numerous small victories needed for transformation to occur. But Bill gets it and he genuinely enjoys and honors your accomplishments along the way. When people like Bill and Simon show up and extend a hand offering their wisdom to help your school... go for it. You'll get more than nuggets if wisdom, you'll get clarity to take your school and your personal career to the next level, and the next, and the next... Thanks Bill - you really are great and I'm so glad I met you!

Philanthropy Retreat: August 11-13

Prince of Peace Christian School Conference Center, Carrollton Texas (near Dallas)

Development Director/Principal/Fund-raising Professional/Board Volunteer Learning and Certification

Wednesday to Friday, August 11-13, 2021

Craft a proposal using these key points:

Simon Jeynes, Executive Director of CSM

Patrick Carlove, Advancement Director at Prince of Peace Christian School, TX

Closest airport: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

Your registration fee includes:

Clint Allen, HeadmasterAlpha Omega Academy, TX

Jed Davis, Board President Parkview Christian Academy, IL

Peter Hansen, Head of School Lancaster County Christian School

Deborah Miller, Regional Director (former) ACSI - North-West, MT

Diann Floth, Head of School Billings Christian School, MT

Josh Bowar, Head of SchoolSioux Center Christian School, IA

Bethany Wirin, Head of SchoolMarshalltown Christian School, IA

Diann Floth, Head of SchoolBillings Christian School, MT

Nicki Kuiper, CoordinatorHeartland Schools

Dr. William Walner, PrincipalBethany Christian School, CA

Edward Fidellow, Executive DirectorChristian Montessori Fellowship

Robert Peck, HeadmasterThe Samuel School, PA

Cade Lambert, SuperintendentDes Moines Christian School

Erin Hart, Head of School3 Rivers Christian School, WA

Aaron Coon, Head of SchoolCalvary Christian Academy, DE

Michelle Goodman, PrincipalThe King's Academy, PA

Luke Davis, HeadmasterSeattle Classical Christian School, WA

Mike Myers, HeadmasterDayspring Christian School, PA

Clark Gilbert, Head of SchoolMilpitas Christian School, CA

Warren Barrett, Head of SchoolGrace Academy, MD

Cindy Dodds, Regional DirectorACSI - Northeast

Kyle Kuipers, Board PresidentByron Center Christian School

Jake Mulvihill, Head of SchoolLegacy Christian Academy, MN

Shawn Smith, PrincipalGrace Christian School, VT

Henry Doorn, SuperintendentSouthwest Chicago Christian Schools, IL

David Couchman, PrincipalSummit Christian School, CA

Rev. "Boo" Kay, PrincipalBishop Noland Episcopal Day School, LA

John Barkel, PrincipalFremont Christian School, MI

Kasinda Bristol, Head of SchoolTrinity Christian School, CT

Shawn Smith, Head of SchoolGrace Christian School, VT

Neil Capone, Head of SchoolFaith Heritage School, NY

Jake Mulvihill, Head of SchoolLegacy Christian Academy, MN

Jennifer Knecht, Head of SchoolManheim Christian Day School, PA

Dan De Kam, Executive DirectorWest Michigan Christian Schools Collaborative, MI

Denise Marti, Head of SchoolProvidence: A Christian Montessori Community

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Clint Allen, Headmaster
Alpha Omega Academy, TX

Jed Davis, Board President
Parkview Christian Academy, IL

Peter Hansen, Head of School
Lancaster County Christian School

Deborah Miller, Regional Director (former)
ACSI - North-West, MT

Diann Floth, Head of School
Billings Christian School, MT

Josh Bowar, Head of School
Sioux Center Christian School, IA

Bethany Wirin, Head of School
Marshalltown Christian School, IA

Diann Floth, Head of School
Billings Christian School, MT

Nicki Kuiper, Coordinator
Heartland Schools

Dr. William Walner, Principal
Bethany Christian School, CA

Edward Fidellow, Executive Director
Christian Montessori Fellowship

Robert Peck, Headmaster
The Samuel School, PA

Cade Lambert, Superintendent
Des Moines Christian School

Erin Hart, Head of School
3 Rivers Christian School, WA

Aaron Coon, Head of School
Calvary Christian Academy, DE

Michelle Goodman, Principal
The King's Academy, PA

Luke Davis, Headmaster
Seattle Classical Christian School, WA

Mike Myers, Headmaster
Dayspring Christian School, PA

Clark Gilbert, Head of School
Milpitas Christian School, CA

Warren Barrett, Head of School
Grace Academy, MD

Cindy Dodds, Regional Director
ACSI - Northeast

Kyle Kuipers, Board President
Byron Center Christian School

Jake Mulvihill, Head of School
Legacy Christian Academy, MN

Shawn Smith, Principal
Grace Christian School, VT

Henry Doorn, Superintendent
Southwest Chicago Christian Schools, IL

David Couchman, Principal
Summit Christian School, CA

Rev. "Boo" Kay, Principal
Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School, LA

John Barkel, Principal
Fremont Christian School, MI

Kasinda Bristol, Head of School
Trinity Christian School, CT

Shawn Smith, Head of School
Grace Christian School, VT

Neil Capone, Head of School
Faith Heritage School, NY

Jake Mulvihill, Head of School
Legacy Christian Academy, MN

Jennifer Knecht, Head of School
Manheim Christian Day School, PA

Dan De Kam, Executive Director
West Michigan Christian Schools Collaborative, MI

Denise Marti, Head of School
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