July 26–29, 2022

EXCLUSIVELY ONLINE

For Christian school administrators, teachers, and office staff

Registration opening spring 2022

Professional Development

that equips Christian schools and enhances the student learning experience

Gain valuable COVID-19 teaching strategies.

Earn contact hours toward CEUs and boost your professional development.

Learn how to use modern technology with traditional education.

Explore best practices for using the Abeka curriculum.

Receive encouragement to continue making a difference for Christ.

I have noticed a difference between our teachers who have been to the seminar vs. the teachers who we recently hired this year that haven’t had the pleasure to attend.
—Delegate from Smithville, TN

Sample Tracks

*Sample tracks are from last year's seminar

General Sessions

Building Solid Foundations—Dr. Troy Shoemaker

Building Critical Thinking into the Lesson—Mrs. Amy Yohe

Catching Up with Curriculum—Mrs. Amy Yohe

Handling Parents with Ease—Mrs. Sarah Lefevers

Successful Combination Classes (K–6)—Miss Shela Conrad

Beginning the Race—Dr. Troy Shoemaker

Live Academics Q&A (Pre–12)—Mrs. Tanya Harrington, Mrs. Monica Percival, Miss Lynlee Burns, Miss Brooke Greening, Mrs. Travis McLaughlin, Mrs. Amy Yohe

Administration

Leading Leaders—Dr. Troy Shoemaker

Keys to Kindergarten Success—Mrs. Travis McLaughlin

Guiding Elementary Academics—Miss Kimberly Dabbelt

Developing a Digital Media Strategy—Dr. Jon Lands

Guiding Secondary Academics—Miss Lynlee Burns

Discipline Principles That Work—Mr. Joshua Birx

Live Administration Q&A—Mr. Joshua Birx, Mrs. Amy Yohe, Mr. Monte Ashworth, Dr. Lee Atkinson

Grades 7–12

Ready, Set, Teach—Miss Lynlee Burns

Making an Eternal Difference—Mr. Bobby Crockett

Making Science Come Alive—Miss Katrina Swafford

History’s Mysteries—Mr. Mike Smith

Essentials of High School Math Class—Miss Shonna Smith

Inspiring Students to Write—Mrs. Karmen Baker

An English Class They’ll Love—Mr. Ryan Bucy

Keys to STEM Success—Miss Colette Stancel

Effective Discipline—Mrs. Renée Fouts

Inspiration for Motivation—Mrs. April Forbes

Build Longevity into Learning—Miss Cindy Quinlan

A Quick Timeout: Coaching Principles—Mr. Zach Worley

Grades 1–6

Ready, Set, Engage!—Miss Brooke Greening

Reaching Our Mission Field—Miss Kimberly Dabbelt

Activity Time: Engage, Learn, Build (Grades 1–2)—Mrs. Sara Fuller

**Exploring His Story and World (Grades 3–6)**—Mr. Andrew Reynolds

Think, Think, Think (Grades 1–2)—Mrs. Jadine Chappell

Making Math Count (Grades 3–6)—Miss Amy Amsbaugh

Let the Adventure Begin (Grades 1–2)—Mrs. Jadine Chappell

Cultivating Effective Communicators (Grades 3–6)—Mrs. Kathy Meester

The Master Key to the Door of Learning (Grades 3–6)—Mrs. Laura Quito

Making Room for Review—Miss Amy Moses

Pre–K5

Can I Really Do This?!—Mrs. Travis McLaughlin

Growing in God’s Word—Mrs. Crystal Turner

“Write” on Track—Mrs. Samantha Stewart

1-2-3 Count with Me—Miss Ashley Duong, Miss Amanda D’Armi, Mrs. Kellie Walker

A-E-I-O-U Spells Fun!—Miss Charity Kerr

Rooted in Reading—Mrs. Rachel Cuendet

Making Minutes Matter—Mrs. Travis McLaughlin, Mrs. Kellie Walker, Mrs. Samantha Stewart, Mrs. Renée Bryant

I loved how the teachers stressed the importance of a walk with God and adding biblical principles throughout the day.
—Delegate from Marrero, LA

President Troy Shoemaker speaking in a classroom

Note from the President

Great teachers make great students. As educators, you understand the value of teacher training and its transforming effects on the student experience.

With over 9,000 online participants in the last two years, the Abeka Online Summer Seminar gives teachers and administrators the support and training that makes a difference. You’ll discover new ideas, methods, and practical skills, along with valuable COVID-19 strategies to use every day in the classroom.

Christian education experts will show you the methods that have worked exceptionally at Pensacola Christian Academy for over 65 years—all from the comfort of your home.

Troy A. Shoemaker, Ed.D.
President

Contact Us

850-969-1630

summerseminar@pcci.edu