Christian Principals Podcast

About Christian Principals Podcast

To provide immediately practical suggestions and start further conversations concerning various topics impacting acting building leaders of Christian schools!

Publisher

Christian Principals Podcast

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Aug 2024

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

250 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   246 - 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 measure, but the conversation goes deeper than budgets. Hosts Mark Zockoll and Matthew George discuss how getting administrators back into classrooms could strengthen school culture, sharpen decision-making, and reconnect leaders with the day-to-day realities teachers face.The episode also features the Christian Administrators Shout Out for David Fry of Frankfurt Christian Academy. Key topics El Paso ISD’s plan for central office staff to substitute teach about eight days a year How classroom experience can help administrators make better-informed decisions Why the hosts see potential benefits in a policy some employees may view as a drawback How Christian schools may already use administrators to teach or cover classes The effect of declining enrollment and budget pressures on schools How role-swapping days can build empathy and unity across a school The Christian Administrators Shout Out for David Fry of Frankfurt Christian Academy Follow Us YouTube: Christian Principals Podcast Instagram: @cprincipalspod Email: info@christianprincipalspodcast.com Website: www.christianprincipalspodcast.com X: @CPrincipalsPod LinkedIn: Christian Principals Podcast Explore the Herzog Foundation's offerings for Christian schools at www.herzogfoundation.com. Book us for your next event to bring engaging and practical conversations to your community! And be sure to level up your school experience with our partner, Gradelink Student Information Systems, at ⁠⁠cpp.gradelink.com ⁠⁠today! Thank you for listening and for leading with integrity in your school!

2. 

   1 Oct 2026

   245 - 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 visit from Maryland State Senator Mary Beth Carozza to Faith Baptist School, why that relationship matters, and how these visits can shape future policy conversations. The episode is part practical strategy, part advocacy, and part encouragement to build real relationships with lawmakers before a crisis hits. It also closes with a Christian Administrator Spotlight on Todd Falk of Fishers Christian Academy in Indiana. Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening the case for inviting legislators to campus 00:58 - Why the school wanted a legislator visit in the first place 01:38 - Senator Mary Beth Carozza comes to Faith Baptist School 03:09 - Maryland Christian education and the pressure of recent legislation 04:33 - Why the goal is to shape lawmakers before votes happen 05:59 - Why bringing a legislator in early in the year matters 07:01 - Helping students see governance as real and local 08:56 - Legislators enter session with school issues already in mind 09:55 - Coalition building instead of tribal thinking 10:21 - The school is at its freshest in the first month 11:20 - Prayer, pledges, and the tone of the visit 13:54 - Matt’s decision to keep the school’s opening distinct 15:22 - Why praying with a legislator matters 16:21 - Relationship makes the invitation easier to extend 17:46 - Pastors, schools, and intentional prayer with legislators 18:31 - Start with one visit and do it respectfully 19:58 - Why even an opposing legislator benefits from seeing the school 21:24 - A legislator only needs a short window, not a full day 22:20 - What the public often misunderstands about Christian schools 24:14 - How a visit helps correct false assumptions 26:09 - Facilities, growth, and the practical realities schools face 27:07 - Going to Annapolis to defend freedom and education 28:32 - The gospel opportunity in public witness 28:33 - The direct call: get legislators into your building 29:50 - How to prepare for a legislator visit 30:45 - Start local if you need to build the connection 31:33 - Christian Administrator Spotlight: Todd Falk 32:01 - Prayer for Fisher's Christian Academy and its leadership 33:28 - Closing blessing and sign-off Follow Us YouTube: Christian Principals Podcast Instagram: @cprincipalspod Email: info@christianprincipalspodcast.com Website: www.christianprincipalspodcast.com X: @CPrincipalsPod LinkedIn: Christian Principals Podcast Explore the Herzog Foundation's offerings for Christian schools at www.herzogfoundation.com. Book us for your next event to bring engaging and practical conversations to your community! And be sure to level up your school experience with our partner, Gradelink Student Information Systems, at ⁠⁠cpp.gradelink.com ⁠⁠today! Thank you for listening and for leading with integrity in your school!

3. 

   28 Sept 2026

   244 - 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 connections, and teachers eager to shout out their favorite principals.Matt George and Mark Zocko share their experience at the Southeastern Christian School Conference in Myrtle Beach—from the energy of an 1,800-person gathering to hearing teachers describe what makes their administrators exceptional. If you lead a Christian school, teach in one, or support one, this episode offers a front-row seat to the conversations, relationships, and encouragement that make the work worthwhile.Hear about the conference atmosphere, the packed vendor hall, the new dot card technology they tested on the fly, and what it was like to attend a conference without presenting a workshop. Matt and Mark also reflect on the leaders they met, the schools represented across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, and why the event felt both exhausting and deeply encouraging.In this episode, you’ll hear: Why this conference felt different from others they’ve attended What happened when they jumped into networking between major booths How the dot card worked in the wild—and why the card beat the band What teachers shared in quick-fire shoutouts to principals and administrators Why small interactions at conferences can matter as much as the big sessions They also talk candidly about serving a community of Christian school leaders seeking encouragement, connection, and practical support. It’s a reminder that the work matters, the people matter, and time spent together can strengthen the mission.Perfect for Christian educators, administrators, school founders, and anyone curious about what happens when a podcast team takes its message on the road and meets the people it serves.Follow us YouTube: Christian Principals Podcast Instagram: @cprincipalspod Email: info@christianprincipalspodcast.com Website: www.christianprincipalspodcast.com X: @CPrincipalsPod LinkedIn: Christian Principals Podcast Explore the Herzog Foundation’s offerings for Christian schools at www.herzogfoundation.com. Book us for your next event to bring engaging and practical conversations to your community! And be sure to level up your school experience with our partner, Gradelink Student Information Systems, at cpp.gradelink.com today! Thank you for listening and for leading with integrity in your school!

Who has been a guest on Christian Principals Podcast

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

• Mark Minkus
• Alan Hodak
• Levi Bentley
• Lori Coblentz
• Jimmy Fitt

Reach and audience

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

YouTube views

178,107

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

13 ratings

Spotify

4.5 / 5

19 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 74 / 100

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

Quality

79

Social presence

90

YouTube

76

Engagement

51

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