Begin with the End in Mind by Dennis Plubell
“Conversations about the destination of our lives and our ministry in Adventist education require vision and imagination. It requires that you be still, be thoughtful, and envision what you cannot see with your eyes. It is expressed in goals and mission statements. Failure to orient and reorient regularly on our learning journey may leave us making good time but not getting us to the end goal of Christ-centered learning.”
A Fire Within: Pentecost 2025 by Rachel L. Tyson
“How can you, as a leader, principal, teacher, church member, and school, lead and empower youth during Pentecost 2025 and continue supporting them beyond 2025? Here are ideas and a few of the resources available you may find helpful as you get started.”
From the Ground, Up! by Renee Otts and Jan Huff
Learn how the Bentonville Seventh-day Adventist School has implemented an Agriculture Program “as a way to not only teach students but engage our community in outreach projects.” The program continues to grow!
New Science of Reading Phonics Adoptions for NAD Schools by Leisa Morton-Standish
“University of Florida Literacy Institute (UFLI) Foundations is ‘an explicit and systematic program that teaches students the foundational skills necessary for proficient reading. It follows a carefully developed scope and sequence designed to ensure that students systematically acquire each skill needed and learn to apply each skill with automaticity and confidence.’”
Discover by Martha Ban
Here you will find an intriguing episode of EDTech Unpacked, as well as articles on a variety of technology topics:
- A New Era for Adventist School Websites by Anthony White
- Amplifying Adventist Education with the NADcloud by Eric Claus
- Class in Session: Cybersecurity 101 for Schools by Tyler Rettler
- AI in the Classroom by RJ Tenga and Desmond Suarez
- Filter or Failure: Finding the Balance by Ben Kreiter
7 Notable Educational Studies from 2024 by H. Stephen Bralley
“Although 2025 has begun, it’s worth reflecting on significant educational studies from 2024. Here are seven with particularly interesting findings.”
Anxiety and Children by Evelyn Sullivan
“Each child’s experience with anxiety is unique. Compassionate, individualized support that addresses their needs is crucial for helping them develop effective coping mechanisms and emotional regulation skills. Parents and educators play a pivotal role in recognizing, understanding, and supporting children through anxiety, helping them build confidence and resilience for long-term emotional well-being.”
Adventist Learning Community by Paola Franco-Oudr
“The teaching profession is a journey of continuous growth, and the Adventist Learning Community (ALC) is committed to providing resources and courses to help you further develop your knowledge and skills. The ALC offers you a personalized approach to professional learning, helping you track your progress every step of the way.”
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The Curriculum and Instruction Resource Center Linking Educators (CIRCLE) helps Seventh-day Adventist educators locate the ever-expanding array of resources for the ministry of teaching. Visit CIRCLE.adventistlearningcommunity.com to find and share Adventist educational resources anytime, anywhere.