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  • 114 - When Servant Leadership Goes Too Far
    Jul 7 2025

    In this conversation, hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll of the CHRISTIAN PRINCIPALS PODCAST ( a part of the Herzog Foundation Podcast Network) explore the concept of servant leadership, questioning when it may go too far WHILE PAINTING!. They discuss the balance between serving others and fulfilling leadership responsibilities, emphasizing the importance of delegation and empowering others. The conversation highlights the need for leaders to model service while also recognizing the limits of their roles. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, they examine the political aspects of service in leadership and the necessity of time management. The Christian Administrator Spotlight goes to Vanessa Jodock with the FHL Academy, another Minnesota Association of Christian Schools member school!

    TAKEAWAYS

    • Servant leadership can sometimes lead to overcommitment.
    • It's important to recognize when tasks are beneath your role.
    • Delegation is essential for effective leadership.
    • Service should not compromise leadership responsibilities.
    • Leaders should model service to inspire others.
    • Not every task should fall on the leader's shoulders.
    • Finding a balance between service and leadership is crucial.
    • Leaders should empower others to take on responsibilities.
    • Service can be a political move in leadership roles.
    • Reflection on personal time management is important.
    • When Servant Leadership Goes Too Far
    • The Dilemma of Servant Leadership


    KEYWORDS

    servant leadership, Christian leadership, delegation, responsibilities, service, leadership styles, church leadership, school leadership, community service, leadership balancetakeaways


    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Exploring Servant Leadership

    07:41 The Balance of Responsibilities

    12:35 Delegation and Leadership

    18:05 Self-Awareness in Leadership

    22:57 Wrap-Up and Reflection

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    Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianPrincipalsPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    Email: info@christianprincipalspodcast.com

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    26 mins
  • 113 - Sex Education in Christian Schools: A Case Study
    Jul 3 2025

    In this final episode of the Sex Ed in Christian Schools series, Mark Zockoll and Matt George discuss their experiences and insights on implementing sex education at Faith Baptist School. They reflect on the importance of addressing uncomfortable topics, the necessity of parental involvement, and the structure of the seminar titled 'God's Plan for Sex.' The conversation emphasizes the need for clear definitions, open communication, and a supportive environment for students to engage with these critical discussions. The Christian Administrator Spotlight goes out to Erin Gohl!

    TAKEAWAYS

    • This is the last episode of the series.
    • Uncomfortable conversations are necessary for growth.
    • We should challenge traditional methods of education.
    • Students should leave school with a clear understanding of sex.
    • Parental involvement is crucial in sex education.
    • The seminar was structured to provide a safe space for discussion.
    • Content was tailored to be age-appropriate and relevant.
    • The seminar included a Q&A session for student engagement.
    • Feedback from parents was generally positive.
    • Consistency in policy is key for effective education.
    • Navigating Sex Education in Christian Schools
    • Faith Baptist School's Approach to Sex Ed


    SOUND BITES

    • "This is our last one, we promise"
    • "The forbidden fruit syndrome, right?"
    • "None of the questions were inappropriate"


    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Introduction to the Series

    02:29 Reflecting on Previous Episodes

    04:59 Case Study: Faith Baptist School's Approach

    08:09 Defining Sex Education in Context

    11:56 Parental Involvement and Communication

    19:21 Implementation of the Curriculum

    20:38 Navigating Conversations About Sexual Education

    28:32 Implementing a Comprehensive Health Curriculum

    39:39 Reflections and Future Considerations

    KEYWORDS

    Sex Education, Christian Schools, Faith Baptist School, Parental Involvement, Curriculum Development, Health Class, Student Engagement, Biblical Principles, Sexual Purity, Educational Strategies

    FIND US ON

    Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianPrincipalsPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    Email: info@christianprincipalspodcast.com

    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.christianprincipalspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.herzogfoundation.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠to learn more about what the Herzog Foundation provides for YOUR Christian School!


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    48 mins
  • 112 - Sex Education in Christian Schools : What Is the School's Place?
    Jul 2 2025

    In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll delve into the contentious topic of sex education in Christian schools. They explore the reasons why some believe schools should not be involved in sex education, including concerns about parental authority, social risks, and the challenges of having tough conversations. The hosts also discuss the importance of addressing these issues, emphasizing that students are already being informed by external sources and that schools have a responsibility to provide clarity and guidance. They conclude by encouraging open communication between schools and parents to ensure comprehensive education for students. Chelsey Nissley of El Dorado Christian School received the Christian Administrator Spotlight!

    TAKEAWAYS

    • The conversation aims to start discussions that are often avoided.
    • Christian schools historically have avoided sex education to respect parental authority.
    • Concerns about legal and social risks are significant in the discussion.
    • Assumptions about what is taught can lead to gaps in education.
    • Tough conversations about sex education are necessary for student development.
    • Schools should not shy away from addressing topics that students are already exposed to.
    • Clear communication between parents and schools is essential.
    • Comprehensive education includes discussing sex in a biblical context.
    • Scaffolding knowledge is important in all areas of education, including sex education.
    • The podcast encourages listener engagement and feedback on the topic.
    • Navigating Sex Education in Christian Schools
    • The Role of Schools in Teaching Sex Education


    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Introduction to the Controversial Topic of Sex Education

    01:53 The Role of Schools in Sex Education

    18:33 Arguments for Involvement in Sex Education

    29:25 Conclusion and Next Steps

    KEYWORDSChristian education, sex education, school involvement, parental authority, social risks, education curriculum, communication, student well-being, cultural expectations, educational standards

    FIND US ON

    Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianPrincipalsPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cprincipalspod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Email: info@christianprincipalspodcast.com

    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.christianprincipalspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CPrincipalsPod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    LinkedIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/christian-principals-podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.herzogfoundation.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠to learn more about what the Herzog Foundation provides for YOUR Christian School!

    And check out our friend over at https://www.theprivateschoolleader.com/ and tell Mark that we sent you!


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    37 mins
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