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Training Resilient Disciples
In the latest episode of Clearly Christian, Dr. Cy Smith, Superintendent of Mansfield Christian School welcomed Dr. Dean Ridder, Head of School at Isaac Newton Christian Academy in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. With over 150 schools worldwide implementing the spiritual formation benchmarks developed under his leadership, Dr. Ridder is shaping the way Christian education is preparing students to become resilient disciples in today’s culture.
Dr. Cy Smith
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Leadership with a Mindset of Growth
When it comes to leadership, true greatness often arises from moments of struggle, faith, and commitment to service. These moments don’t just happen in the business community. They happen in education, too. To take it one step deeper, in Christian Education. What we can learn from the business community, as far as growth, navigating change, and even customer service in the form of servant leadership, is immense.
Dr. Cy Smith
Apr 284 min read
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Engaging with Our Culture as a Christian
In our neighborhoods, more and more students are being exposed to a Christian education, but also in State and National Government.
Dr. Cy Smith
Mar 244 min read
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Uncharted Territory And Uncertain Times
We are certainly living in uncharted territory which is why we must lead from a map, and with a compass.
Dr. Cy Smith
Feb 114 min read
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Leading with the End in Mind
Teachers do not have it easy, especially in this day and age. It’s an important profession and it’s becoming more and more difficult.
Dr. Cy Smith
Jan 233 min read
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Education as Transformation
Explore the concept of education as formation—how schools are not just places for academic learning but are integral to shaping character
Dr. Cy Smith
Dec 20, 20243 min read
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Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Health in a Digital World
Cy Smith and Maria Baer explore challenges of raising children in the digital age, highlighting mental, emotional, and spiritual health
Dr. Cy Smith
Nov 12, 20243 min read
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Character, Credibility, and Christian Leadership
In the latest episode of The Clearly Christian Podcast, host Dr. Cy Smith dives deep into credibility and character in Christian Leadership
Dr. Cy Smith
Oct 22, 20243 min read
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Leadership, Passion, and Stewardship in Christian Education: Insights from Dr. Denver Daniel
leadership as a form of stewardship, where leaders are entrusted not just with people but with time, resources, an
Dr. Cy Smith
Sep 26, 20243 min read
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Big Picture Leadership for Educators
It’s easy to get knocked off track. Every day, educators and school leaders come to work with a plan for success, and then end up putting o
Dr. Cy Smith
Sep 11, 20244 min read
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The Case for a Community of Believers
Every day, someone is shaping your children's worldview. It could be teachers, social media, friends, or you. We need more you!
Dr. Cy Smith
Jul 25, 20243 min read
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Where Science, Christianity and A Biblical Worldview Coincide
Why the Question of "Science or God?" is Best Answered With "Both" How do you answer your kids when they ask you about the science they...
Dr. Cy Smith
Jun 19, 20243 min read
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The Secret Connection Between Truth and Relationship
Why we must understand our young people first, in order to lead well There is little doubt, and growing evidence to support the idea...
Dr. Cy Smith
May 14, 20243 min read
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Convictional Leadership
How and what to teach the next generation of Christian leaders to truly impact the culture for Christ
Dr. Cy Smith
Apr 10, 20244 min read
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The Educational Crisis: Being a Teacher in Today’s Culture
The truth about why teachers are leaving the profession, and what we can do about it
Dr. Cy Smith
Mar 14, 20242 min read
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Parenting with the End in Mind
"The only definition of parenting success that matters in the end is God's definition" - Dr. Cy Smith
Dr. Cy Smith
Feb 5, 20243 min read
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The Widening Gap Between Public and Private Schools and Universities
“Be very clear with eyes wide open as to what the public college experience looks like today for the average student”…Dr. Cy Smith...
Dr. Cy Smith
Jan 11, 20243 min read
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Local Schools, Ed Choice, and the Influence of Government on the Public Education System
“(Parents are) finding out that it's not neutral like we thought it was. There is a clear agenda being presented.” - Dr. Cy Smith We are...
Dr. Cy Smith
Dec 13, 20233 min read
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The Training Centers for a Biblical Worldview
“Christian education is so much more than just a school.” - Dr. Cy Smith In this month’s podcast episode of Clearly Christian with Dr. Cy...
Dr. Cy Smith
Oct 23, 20233 min read
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What are we teaching our children?: The difference between Truth and Curriculum
“Kids live with this split between facts and values, and all religion seems to be pushed into the values domain.” - Dr. Cy Smith In this...
Dr. Cy Smith
Sep 18, 20233 min read
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