AACS Today

About AACS Today

AACS Today is the official podcast from the American Association of Christian Schools. In each episode, we'll tackle the tough topics and questions facing Christian school leaders and teachers in the twenty-first century.

Publisher

AACS

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Mar 2020

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

140 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Tinkering with Tax Exempt Status

   In this episode of AACS Today, Hannah DeBruler, higher education policy analyst for the AACS, joins Matt to analyze a newly proposed IRS rule on racial nondiscrimination in private schools. While designed to address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies across educational institutions, the hosts examine the broader implications of this regulation for K–12 Christian schools, colleges, and trade schools. The discussion explores the legal history surrounding tax-exempt status, specific...

2. 

   28 Sept 2026

   NLC 2026 Recap

   In this episode of AACS Today, Matt and Jamison Coppola recap the highlights and impact of the American Association of Christian Schools’ National Legislative Conference (NLC) in Washington, D.C.. The hosts detail how school leaders gathered to advocate for key policy priorities, including Educational Freedom Tax Credit Scholarships, protecting tax exemptions for religious organizations, and supporting the Chloe Cole Act. Beyond legislative strategy, the episode highlights member briefings, s...

3. 

   14 Sept 2026

   AACS Remembers 9/11/01

   In this episode of AACS Today, Matt and Jamison reflect on the 25th anniversary of September 11 and its enduring significance for American society and Christian education. They share personal memories from that historic day while recalling the extraordinary role of AACS leaders in Washington, D.C., who conducted impromptu prayer meetings with White House administration staff during the immediate aftermath of the attacks. The hosts also explore lesser-known historical context surrounding aviat...

Who has been a guest on AACS Today

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Jessica Valente
• Hudson
• Hayden

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

17 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 35 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

42

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

71

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Books guests

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