SUMMARYIn this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George discuss the importance of college tours in the context of Christian education. They explore how a mission-driven approach can shape the college tour experience, emphasizing the need for students to engage with both Christian and secular universities. The conversation covers practical aspects of planning college visits, maximizing the experience for students, and the significance of post-tour reflections. The hosts also highlight the importance of preparing students for college applications and ensuring they have meaningful interactions during their visits. The episode concludes with a prayer for schools and their leaders.TAKEAWAYSCollege tours should reflect a mission-driven approach.Engaging with secular universities is essential for student exposure.Students should be prepared for college applications before tours.Post-tour reflections help students narrow their college choices.College visits provide opportunities for spiritual growth and community.Planning logistics is crucial for successful college tours.Students should experience campus life during visits.Alumni interactions can enhance the college tour experience.It's important to consider the interests of students when planning tours.College tours can spark interest in students who are undecided.Navigating College Tours: A Christian PerspectiveMission-Driven College Tours for StudentsQUOTES"We have to consider what that tour looks like.""You can have plans, but if you never actually go there...""Are your students prepared to fill out an application?"CHAPTERS00:00Introduction to College Tours03:15Mission-Driven College Tours06:20Engaging with Secular Universities09:12Planning and Logistics of College Tours12:07Targeting the Right Schools14:48The Importance of Student Engagement18:55Maximizing the College Tour Experience21:38Follow-Up and Reflection Post-Tour24:33Conclusion and Prayer for EducatorsKEYWORDScollege tours, Christian education, mission-driven, secular universities, college preparation, student engagement, college visits, alumni interaction, school trips, educational experiencesFOLLOW USJoin in the conversation by emailing us (yes, we check for YOUR emails!), replying on social media, or leaving us a review on the podcast host of your choice!Connect with us:X: @CPrincipalsPodFacebook: /ChristianPrincipalsPodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cprincipalspod/Email: [email protected]: www.christianprincipalspodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/christian-principals-podcast/Visit www.herzogfoundation.com to learn more about what the Herzog Foundation provides for YOUR Christian School!

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