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Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators
To provide immediately practical suggestions and start further conversations concerning various topics impacting acting building leaders of Christian schools!
Episodes
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators253 - Mark's New Position and an Old Problem
Summary: Hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll check in on their lives and the small blessings in them. Matt shares some hands-on repair wins. Mark announces a…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators252 - Lessons from "Swamp Kings"
Summary: This episode of the Christian Principles Podcast is a discussion between Matt George and Mark Zockoll about the documentary Untold Swamp Kings and the…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators251 - Stop Saying "SMALL"
Summary: This episode is a practical challenge to the habit of describing a school as “small” in ways that shrink its mission. Mark Zockoll and Matt George…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators250 - What 250 Episodes Taught Us About Legacy, Conviction, and Christian Education
Christian education is worth fighting for because what happens in the classroom shapes families, churches, and the future of a nation. On this 250th episode of…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators249 - Quick Review of a Book Recommendation
Summary: Matt George and Mark Zockoll discuss a book that has been recommended to them at a recent conference: Rethinking Sustainability, a Strategic Financial…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators248 - How Christian Schools Can Navigate Enrollment Loss Without Losing Their Mission
September enrollment came in wrong - now what? If your Christian school is staring at a budget gap, a surprise dip in enrollment, or the opposite problem of…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators247 - Walkie-Talkie Practices and Reviews
Summary: This episode looks at where walkie talkies still make sense in a school setting, especially for communication, dismissal, playground supervision, and…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators246 - The Cost-Saving Move That Could Make Schools Stronger: Administrators as SUBSTITUTES!
Back in the Classroom: El Paso ISD’s Central Office Sub PolicyEl Paso ISD’s plan to have central office staff serve as substitutes is framed as a cost-saving…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators245 - Hosting Legislators at Your School
Summary: Matt George and Mark Zockoll talk about why Christian schools should invite legislators onto campus early in the school year. They focus on a recent…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators244 - Reacting to the 2026 Southeast Christian School Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC! HUGE!
The largest Christian school conference they’ve ever attended turned into a real-time reaction episode, complete with candid voices, big names, surprise…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators243 - Matt is Human Too! A Crazy 2026 Summer! Modulars, School Board Support, Enrollment Fluctuation, and More!
Summary: This episode follows Matt George and Mark Zockoll as they unpack a summer that was anything but routine for a Christian school administrator. The…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators242 - Hope for the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship in Maryland and a Reaction to the MACS General Meeting
The federal scholarship tax credit could reshape Christian education, and this episode explains why the biggest shift may happen faster than most people…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators241 - Teachers & Research Based on Mark's Article
Summary: This episode looks at why teachers often struggle to engage with research and what school leaders can do to make that interaction more practical. Mark…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators240 - Hold the Line - What Football's Defensive Line Teaches About Christian School Leadership
Football becomes a blueprint for Christian education in this episode, and the lessons are sharper than you expect. Mark Zockoll and Matt George unpack six…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators239 - Conversation With a Herzog Foundation Ambassador
Summary: Micah joins Matt and Mark to explain how the Herzog Foundation Ambassador Program works, what she has learned in her first month, and why Christian…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators238 - Should Teachers Grade Homework? Matt's Blind Reaction! #pedagogy #teaching #homework
Should teachers grade homework - or stop grading it entirely? Matt George and Mark Zockoll take on one of the most practical, debated questions in Christian…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators237 - Reacting to the Christian School Association Summit
Summary: Matt George and Mark Zockoll recap a gathering of state Christian school association leaders held at the Herzog Foundation in August. They discuss the…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators236 - From Dirty Magazines to Smartphones - Psalm 51 and Protecting Student Eyes in 2026
Psalm 51 hits differently when you realize how much more access to temptation today’s students have than David ever did. Mark Zockoll and Matt George unpack…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators235 - Tribalism Amongst Christian Schools and Their Associations
Summary: This episode explores how Christian schools, associations, and advocacy groups can work together without losing their theological convictions. Matt…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators234 - STATE OF THE POD VII: Season 3 Intro, 123 Hours of Christian School Wisdom and We Still Have More to Say
The State of the Pod is in, and the numbers tell a bigger story than downloads. Two hosts, one studio, three upcoming conference appearances, and a growing…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators233 - Corporal Punishment, SPANKING, in American Schools
Summary: In this episode, Mark Zockoll and Matt George discuss corporal punishment in schools, using an NPR article about the states that still allow it as a…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators232 - These Commenters Drive Online Chaos and It Should Matter to Christian School Leaders with Dr. Cam Lawson
Social media is shaping how your students think, argue, and relate - and most schools are still treating it like a side issue. Cam Lawson reveals why the…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators231 - 10 EASY Actions to Take TOMORROW to Make You a Better Christian School Leader (#21-30)
Most Christian school leaders are too busy to do the small things that actually transform a school. This episode gives you 10 immediate, practical moves that…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators230 - 10 EASY Actions to Take TOMORROW to Make You a Better Christian School Leader (#11-20)
Summary: This episode continues the second half of a practical checklist for Christian school administrators, with Mark Zockoll and Matt George walking through…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators229 - 10 EASY Actions to Take TOMORROW to Make You a Better Christian School Leader (#1-10)
Summary: Discover practical, attainable steps to enhance your leadership skills in this series. These suggestions are straightforward and have the potential to…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators228 - Should Schools Implement Clear Backpack Policies? Exploring Safety, Privacy, and Practicality
Should Schools Implement Clear Backpack Policies? Exploring Safety, Privacy, and Practicality In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators227 - Cell Phones In Schools That "Aren't Phones!"
Summary: In this episode of the Christian Principles Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll delve into the controversial world of child tracking devices…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators226 - Responding to a Question: From Subjectivity to Objectivity: How to Create Fair Teacher Appraisals That Stick
Most Christian school administrators overlook the profound impact of a rigorous teacher evaluation system—until now. Discover why a simple scorecard could…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators225 - Avoiding Scandal: The Billy Graham Rule
Summary: In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark and Matt dive deep into the historical context, principles, and practical applications…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators224 - Fractional Communication in Christian Schools with Dr. Darren Lawson of Paradox Communication Consultants
Most Christian schools overlook a secret weapon in their communication strategy—fractional communication. Enjoy Matt George and Mark Zockoll, the hosts of the…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators223 - Avoiding Scandal: Financial Practices
Summary: In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, Matt George and Mark Zockoll discuss essential financial practices to help Christian school…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators222 - What the NFL Can Teach Christian School Leaders
Most Christian school leaders miss a vital opportunity by overlooking the parallels between football strategies and organizational leadership. Could…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators221 - Avoiding Scandal: Out of School Faculty and Student Relationships
Summary: In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll explore the complexities of staff-student interactions outside…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators220 - Deterring Inappropriate AI Usage in Christian High Schools #ai #education #christianschool
Most teachers think the way to combat AI plagiarism is through detection tools — but what if the real solution lies in rethinking how we assign, assess, and…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators219 - AI Detection in High School
AI Detection in High School: Strategies & Insights Explore how Christian educators can navigate the challenges of AI in student work, focusing on practical…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators218 - Where to Draw the Line with Parents #parents #christianeducation
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, Matt George and Mark Zockoll tackle a timely and challenging question for Christian educators: where does…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators217 - Technology Training for Christian Schools
Free Resources for Tech Education with a Christian Perspective In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll delve…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators216 - Being a Christian School Principal and Dad! #parenting #christianeducation #leadership
What happens when your greatest ministry responsibility and your greatest leadership responsibility walk the same hallways every day? Join hosts Mark Zockoll…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators215 - A Conversation With Nicole Anderson of Rosedale Christian Academy
Leadership & Faith in Christian Education: A Conversation with Nicole Anderson Dive into a heartfelt discussion on the realities of leading a diverse Christian…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators214 - Preventing Burnout as a Christian School Principal #burnout #christianeducation
Join hosts Mark Zockoll and Matthew George of the Christian Principals Podcast as they shine the Christian Administrator Spotlight on Abby Rodriguez of…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators213 - Reaction to Lobbying in Washington DC
Washington, D.C., the federal education policy scene, and the unseen battles shaping Christian education—are you ready to get involved? When the political…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators212 - Elective Genius with Steve Smith
Summary Dive into this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as we explore Elective Genius, a groundbreaking platform designed to scale quality electives…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators211 - Christian School Principals Graduation Priorities
Most educators overlook a crucial ingredient for truly memorable graduation ceremonies. What if a simple shift in your team’s roles could transform an event…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators210 - Elementary Moving On To Middle School Graduation
Summary In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George delve into the topic of transitioning students from elementary…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators209 - Strategic Planning in a Christian School with Anna Harrison
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George discuss the importance of evaluating the academic year as it comes to a…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators208 - Evaluating the End of the Academic Year
Summary In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George discuss the importance of evaluating the academic year as it…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators207 - Expelling Violence: Common Sense Makes Safer Schools: KY Senate Bill 101
This episode dives into recent Kentucky legislation addressing school safety, discipline, and the importance of protecting teachers and students. It offers a…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators206 - Biblical MASCOTS for Christian Schools
Summary In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll engage in a lively discussion about the creativity (or lack…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators205 - LISTEN UP! Building Rapport with Faculty and Staff in the Summer
Most new Christian school administrators face the same challenge: how to build a strong, unified community without overwhelming staff with meetings or…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators204 - Reaction to the MD State Summit Hosted by the Herzog Foundation
Summary In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George delve into Matt's recent experience at the Maryland State…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators203 - Our Christian School SUED MARYLAND, AND WON! Principaling Through Litigation with Claire Dant - Part 2
Summary In this episode, Mrs. Dant shares her experience leading Bethel Christian Academy through a legal battle over religious freedom, highlighting the…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators202 - Our Christian School SUED MARYLAND, AND WON! Principaling Through Litigation with Claire Dant - Part 1
Summary In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George engage with Claire Dant, a seasoned Christian school principal…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators201 - How Schools Can Engage with STAR WARS and Other Controversial BLOCKBUSTERSControversial Franchises Without Compromising Faith
Most Christian school leaders miss the opportunity to engage with cultural classics like Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Narnia in a way that strengthens faith…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators200 - State of the Pod VI: THE 200th EPISODE!
Join us as we mark a major milestone—the 200th episode of the Christian Principals Podcast. We reflect on our journey, share humorous insights about Christian…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators199 - Sharing A Classroom with a Sunday School
Many Christian schools face a hidden challenge: sharing multi-purpose spaces without letting it turn into chaos. Discover how effective leadership, clear…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators198 - The Value of Fine Arts Competitions in Christian Schools
Summary In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll delve into the significance of fine arts competitions in…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators197 - Coaching to Cancel Crucial Classroom Cleanup Conundrums
Most school leaders overlook the crucial steps in classroom cleanup that can save you hours—and headaches—at the year's end. What if your spring cleanout…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators196 - End of the Year Principal Checklist
Summary In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George discuss the essential end-of-year checklist for Christian…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators195 - Administrative Accessibility, Especially with Principal Lamb and his Mobile Cart in Mind!
Accessibility or Obstruction? The Surprising Power of the Mobile Principal Cart Ever wondered if walking the halls makes you a more effective — or just busier…
Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators194 - A Conversation with Colson Educators Director, Billy Hutchinson
Summary In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George welcome Billy Hutchinson, director of the Colson Educators…