AACS Today is the official podcast from the American Association of Christian Schools. In each episode, we'll tackle the tough topics and questions facing Christian school leaders and teachers in the twenty-first century.
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In this episode of AACS Today , Matt and Jamison explore the unique, often underappreciated challenges facing Christian school leaders during the demanding back-to-school season. Transitioning from nostalgic reflections on childhood school supply shopping, the co-hosts dive into the high-stress realities of modern school administration, addressing critical hurdles like last-minute staffing…
With Congress in recess, this briefing provides a critical update on key legislative priorities affecting the Christian school community and religious liberty. The discussion features an in-depth look at two major House bills: the Fair Treatment of Religious Organizations Act , which seeks to protect the tax-exempt status of ministries holding traditional views on marriage, and the Chloe Cole Act…
Matt and AACS Government Relations Specialist, Olivia Summers, provide a comprehensive recap of the 32nd annual Youth Legislative Development Conference (YLDC) in Washington, D.C.. This year’s event brought together 40 students from 18 states to explore public policy through the lens of a Christian worldview , casting a vital vision for politics as a ministry. The hosts explore the highlights of a…
In this episode, Matt and Jamison sit down with departing summer interns Jonathan Dys and Seth Walker to reflect on their eight-week experience in Washington, D.C.. The conversation explores the interns' professional growth as they transitioned to the rigors of a full-time office schedule and navigated the complex "politics within the politics" on Capitol Hill. The guests highlight their favorite…
Jamison welcomes Dr. Matthew Mehan back to the podcast to discusses his landmark work, The American Book of Fables , an illustrated heirloom collection released to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary ,. Dr. Mehan explores his mission to " restore the American imagination " by restocking the cultural pantry with moral images that foster virtue and wisdom in a free people. Organized into…
In this episode, AACS Government Relations Director Jamison Coppola is joined by Randy Melchert, Executive Director of Accord Kids , to discuss the historic Education Freedom Tax Credit . Passed as part of the Working Families Tax Cut Act, this provision allows taxpayers to redirect $1,700 of their tax liability toward student scholarships, a program estimated to qualify 85–90% of all children in…
In this episode of AACS Today , Matt introduces the association's newest summer interns, Seth Walker and Johnathan Dys . Selected through a highly competitive process, these students from California Baptist University and Hillsdale College join the Washington office to gain firsthand experience at the intersection of faith and public policy. The discussion highlights the interns' first days on the…
In this episode, Matt and Jamison explore the concept of "active waiting" as it relates to both the spiritual life and the current legislative landscape. The primary focus of the discussion is the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) , as the association continues to await critical draft regulations from the Treasury Department. With the program set to take effect in 2027, the hosts emphasize the…
In this episode of AACS Today , Matt and Jamison explore the shifting landscape of religious liberty and the emergence of a "new day" in Washington, D.C. The discussion focuses on the recent work of the Religious Liberty Commission and the Department of Justice's Anti-Christian Bias Task Force , which were established to investigate the "weaponization" of government mechanisms against Christian…
In this episode, Matt Jamison explore the vital role of Scripture memory through the competitive sport of Bible quizzing . The conversation begins by revisiting the historical "Old Deluder Satan Act" of 1647, which established public education for the purpose of teaching children to read the Bible and guard against spiritual ignorance. Joining the program to share his passion is Micah Folkers ,…
In this episode of AACS Today , Matt and Dr. Coppola sit down with Sara Bookout , Director of the Hope Allen Center for Exceptional Children, to discuss the critical role of special education within the Christian school and church. As many ministries seek to improve their support for students with disabilities, this conversation highlights the Special Education Summit as a premier resource for…