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Learn how to adapt your teaching during COVID-19.
Earn professional development credits.
Learn how to use modern technology with traditional education.
Learn best practices for using the Abeka curriculum.
Get encouragement to continue making a difference for Christ.
Dr. Troy Shoemaker was inaugurated as president of Pensacola Christian... Read More College in 2012 after the retirement of the founder, Dr. Arlin Horton. Prior to his current role as president, he served in many key leadership positions, including 16 years as administrator of Pensacola Christian Academy—one of the largest Christian schools in America. He has a broad and deep understanding of education and is considered one of the top experts in the industry as well as a leader in influencing the future of Christian education. Read Less
Joshua Birx is a graduate of Pensacola Christian College’s... Read More undergraduate and graduate history education programs as well as the graduate–level educational leadership program. Since 2012, Joshua has exhibited outstanding leadership as the administrator of Pensacola Christian Academy. Each year, his goal is to better equip faculty as they teach students to identify God’s hand in all areas of life. Read Less
From teacher to principal to managing editor of Abeka,... Read More Amy Yohe is an expert on Abeka curriculum. After graduating with her master’s in educational leadership, she spent nearly 20 years serving in the classroom and becoming a master teacher. Today, Amy leads the Abeka team in making products easy so parents and teachers around the world can make them amazing. Read Less
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All times are in CT
*Recommended to watch to complete your CEU hours
Everyone was very informative! I enjoyed ALL the instructors and their classes! —Delegate from Greensboro, NC
Seminar speakers are skilled professionals with years of experience on Pensacola Christian’s faculty and staff. Their invaluable knowledge, proven techniques, and helpful tips could be just what your Christian school has been looking for.
I loved how the teachers stressed the importance of a walk with God and adding biblical principles throughout the day. —Delegate from Marrero, LA
Currently, Christian schools across the nation are finding themselves in a unique educational environment. Now more than ever, teachers and administrators need the support and encouragement to keep students learning—and learning well.
For your health and safety, Abeka will host the first-ever Virtual Summer Seminar. You’ll build upon what you already know, take your skills higher, and gain valuable COVID-19 teaching and leadership strategies.
You’ll receive in-depth training on materials and methods and learn practical skills to use every day in your school and classroom. Teachers and administrators will show you the methods that have worked exceptionally at Pensacola Christian Academy for over 65 years.
You can also connect with other teachers and administrators from across the country. Share goals with them, discuss ideas, and build on each other’s experiences and knowledge.
Troy A. Shoemaker, Ed.D.
President
Registrations must be submitted by Wednesday, August 5, at 8 a.m. CT.
Attendees must register personally with their own e-mail address.
In order to get professional development / Continuing Education Units (CEUs), each teacher/administrator must register with a unique e-mail address.
Absolutely! Make sure you log in separately to take the short survey for each session to get your CEUs.
The Seminar will be available beginning Wednesday, August 5, at 10 a.m. CT.
Sessions are 30–40 minutes; however, an hour is designated for each session. This allows time for a break between sessions.
After registration closes at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, an e-mail will be sent to those who are registered with a link to the Virtual Summer Seminar. The link will take you to the EventMobi site and will prompt you to enter the e-mail you used for registering and ask you to choose a password. The videos will start at 10 a.m. CT.
Most of the sessions are recorded; however, some of the question-and-answer sessions will be interactive during the official seminar dates.
Yes, sessions will be available to all registered attendees to watch for approximately one year. You are welcome to watch or rewatch at a date and time convenient for you.
Yes, in order to get a CEU / professional development credit for attending the Seminar, sessions must be watched by August 31, 2020.
A CEU is a certified record that you have completed an adequate amount of instructional contact hours.
12 sessions will need to be completed in order to receive 1 CEU.
Yes. However, you should watch sessions for the grades and subjects you teach. Additional sessions will be your choice. (We recommend the General Sessions track.)
You will need a laptop or a computer with Internet availability, and you may want to have a pen and paper with you to take notes during the session.
A survey will be given with for each session watched. The survey is located below the document section. You will be e-mailed your professional development hours after the event is completed and survey results received for each session you watched.
You can update your profile at Eventbrite.com by logging in to your account and selecting the profile icon near the upper right-hand corner, then clicking on your name. After editing your information, scroll down to the bottom and click save.
Ensure you have chosen the country you are from on the registration page. If you continue to have issues, please let us know.
(850) 478-8496, ext. 2828
summerseminar@pcci.edu