Christian Principals Podcast | Christian School Leaders and Administrators
Episodes
93 - Accreditation Documentation: Editing
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt George and Mark Zockoll conclude their series on the accreditation writing process, focusing on the importance of effective docu...
92 - Principal's Timeline: May
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll discuss the various themes and observances of May, including m...
91 - Improving the Discipleship of Student-Athletes with guest Joshua Horning
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Mark Zockoll and Matt George interview Joshua Horning, the principal of Christian Life Academy, discussing the founding of the s...
90 - The Value of Recurring Field Trips
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mark Zockoll and Matthew George discuss the importance and value of recurring field trips in education. They explore the mission and ...
89 - Building Biblical Worldview Purposefully with Dr. Maggie Pope of Summit Ministries
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
FORGIVE US! THIS EPISODE IS 45 minutes! There, phew, we said the hard part out loud. In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, Matt George ...
88 - Accreditation Documentation: Providing Evidence
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, Matt George and Mark Zockoll delve into the accreditation documentation process, focusing on the ...
87 - Handling Pranks in a Christian School
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SUMMARYIn this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George explore the lighthearted yet complex topic of pranks wi...
86 - Brand Refresh Reveal
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principles Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll discuss their journey of branding refresh for the podcast. The...
85 - STATE OF THE POD III
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll celebrate their 85th episode by discussing their growth, socia...
84 - Accreditation Documentation: Process of Writing
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principles Podcast, Matt George and Mark Zockoll delve into the intricacies of the accreditation documentation proces...
83 - Raw Reaction to Completing an Accreditation Site Visit!
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christian Principals Podcast: Navigating the Accreditation Process with School LeadersIn this episode, Matt and Mark sit down with three Christian sch...
82 - Reaction to the Maryland Asociation of Christian Schools 2025 Administrators Retreat
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SUMMARY In this episode, Matt George and Mark Zockoll reflect on the recent Maryland Association of Christian Schools Administrators Retreat. They dis...
81 - Principal's Timeline: April
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George discuss the various national holidays and observances in April...
80 - Free Christian School Marketing Training from Herzog Foundation Partner Jim McKenzie
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of @ChristianPrincipalsPodcast , Mark and Matt are joined by Jim McKenzie who shares his extensive experience in Chris...
79 - College Tours for Senior High Students in Our Christian Schools
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SUMMARYIn this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Mark Zockoll and Matt George discuss the importance of college tours in the context ...
78 - Building the Perfect: Principal's Office: Ceiling, Walls, Floor
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mark and Matt conclude their series on building the Perfect Principal's Office. They discuss various aspects of office design, in...
77 - Grandparents Day in Christian Schools
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Matt George and Mark Zockoll discuss the significance of Grandparents Day, sharing personal memories and the impact grandparents have...
76 - Senior Trips - Diving Deep Into This Christian School Tradition
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of @ChristianPrincipalsPodcast ,, Mark and Matt charge headlong into the best practices concerning SENIOR TRIPS! Even if you haven'...
75 - FREE Christian School Administration Training with the Herzog Foundation
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll welcome Dr. David Warren, the head of Calvary Baptist Academy,...
74 - Building the Perfect Principal's Office: Seating
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll explore the concept of building the perfect principal's of...
73 - Principals Timeline: March
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This series is turning into a fan favorite. On this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, we keep building the Principal's Timeline and thi...
72 - The Changing Definition of Bullying
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Has bullying evolved?""Words do hurt.""Christ had bullies too."In this episode of the Christian Principles Podcast, the...
71 - Building the Perfect: Principal's Office: Desk
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The next part of our building the perfect series! And let us tell you; its probably the most perfect series of all time (at least, our hosts Matt and ...
70 - What We Love About Leading Maryland Christian Schools on Valentines Day
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Love is in the air, but so is the Christian Principals Podcast! Guys, we can't skip talking about Valentines Day. Don't worry, we'll leave...
69- Cost-Effective Celebrations of Faculty Successes
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join in with the CPP today as Matt and Mark discuss tips for making Faculty Celebrations a success! We don't need to break the bank to help our facult...
68 - Military Recruitment: Coast Guard
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt, Mark, and guest Joe McElroy (oh, don't worry, you'll get to know Joe) take a winding path through his own recruitment and the path to recruitmen...
67 - In-Person Professional Development
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oops, we went long again. It's ok though, because it's not just us! Bill Stevens, Executive Director of the Mid-Atlantic Christian School Asso...
66- Principal's Timeline: February
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to our newest format, audio AND video, just the latest innovation here at CPP headquarters. In this latest episode, Matt and Mark deta...
65 - National School Choice Week
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Its time to talk about National School Choice Week! Mark and Matt discuss how thankful they are for the options available to us in the US for schoolin...
64- Appreciating Celibate, Influencer Teacher Syndrome
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of CPP featuring hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll (and baby Finn). In today's episode, our hosts discuss expectations. A...
63- Inclement Weather Days: Always Upsetting Someone!
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of the Christian Principals Podcast! Today's episode features commentary from hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll based in p...
62- Keeping a Mission-Minded Lost and Found
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Its another episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosted by Matt George and Mark Zockoll! On the docket for today, properly handling your schoo...
61- Come At Us! Responding to a Listener's Comments on Episode 55
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's another episode of the CPP, featuring our hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll. What's the episode about? Unlike usual, we'll keep our secrets. Ju...
60- Lightning Pod: Herzog Foundation Announcement
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To say much about this LIGHTNING pod might spoil the surprise. Listen to find out now! Join us in the conversation by leaving a 5 star review, leavin...
59- Group Membership Benefits with Returning Guest Brad Parker
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our newest episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, our hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll are joined by returning guest Brad Parker of Matth...
58- Casual Days
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pardon our sound quality today, folks; we know its not what you expect from us. We have some big changes coming VERY SOON here at CPP, so stay tuned...
57- Building the Perfect- Vision Session
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Its the start of a new year! And what better way to start it off than with another episode of the Christian Principals Podcast! In this episode, in fi...
56- Lightning Pod: 2025 CPP Resolutions
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year 2025, and welcome to another LIGHTNING pod! It's our opportunity to set things right, to make personal changes, and to start again! ...
55-Answering an Interested Parent
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a background in sales? Our co-hosts definitely don't. But on today's episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, Mark and Matt put the...
54- Faculty Raise or More Staffing
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everybody wants a raise. Everybody wants a helping hand. But for Christian schools, is it possible to have your cake and eat it, too? Tune in on today...
53- Christmas Gift to CPP
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Christmas, a time for giving and receiving gifts! This year, our gift to you is to provide the epic episodes of awesomeness that grace your ears...
52- Christmas Bonuses
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all love a good cash bonus. But who really enjoys dealing with the tax implications? Not us. What constitutes a well-thought out bonus around Chr...
51.5- Lightning Pod: Staplers
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes, it pays to talk about the little things. So, you know, #thelittlethings Join us in the conversation by leaving a 5 star review, leaving an ...
51- Different Since Covid
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Is it just me or is something different?" That's the theme of today's podcast, in our post-Covid world here in 2024. Whether parents, teachers, stu...
50- The Golden Pod
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Help us celebrate by tuning into our 50TH episode! A special thank you to all our guests, listeners, and supporters on our journey to improve and en...
49-State of the Pod II
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for another State of the Pod episode, where we update the community on a little behind-the-scenes info straight from the source! This episo...
48-Reaction to Serving on an Accreditation Team
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt and Mark in the discussion amongst Christian school peers as the co-hosts discuss their journey as members of Christian School accreditati...
47- Pickup Lines
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
20 minutes is not enough to completely discuss a topic. This is Matt and Mark's third return to the topic of Pickup Lines, and yet there is still mo...
46-Responding to a Response
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reactions. Not always straightforward. Living godly. Not always perfectly executed. But if we remember the example of the Lord Jesus, as this episod...
45- Tough Conversations with Faculty: Letting Them Go
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this serious episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as the hosts discuss the topic of letting faculty go. ...
44- Tough Conversations with Faculty- Policy Enforcement
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Please, make sure to scroll down on Spotify to leave us a comment on this episode! Reviews and comments on the platform of your choice, likes, 5-star ...
43- Tough Conversations with Faculty- Instructional Improvement
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they tackle the intimidating-but-necessary topic of speaking ...
42- Communicating with Faculty and Staff During a Lockdown, Part 1
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they tackle the major topic of communicating with faculty dur...
41- Reacting to the NEA’s Impact of Social Media and Personal Devices on Mental Health 8.12.24 Report
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they discuss the NEA's report on social media and personal de...
40- Thanksgiving Traditions
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they discuss Thanksgiving traditions in the Christian School ...
39 - Lightning Pod Reaction to President-elect Trump’s 10-point Plan for Education
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Matt react to the Washington Flyer’s summary of President-elect Trump’s 10-point plan for education once in office! Its fast, so hang on ...
38 - A Principal's Journey with guest Lesli Nichols
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Principal Lesli Nichols of Calvary Baptist School in Landsdale, PA speaks with Matt and Mark of her time spent as building leader, a role she didn't w...
37- Building a Biblical Worldview with guest Maggie Pope, Ph.D.
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in the newest episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they tackle the topic of Christian school community and...
36- LIGHTING POD- Scheduling and Absenteeism Post-COVID
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this LIGHTNING episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they discuss scheduling and absenteeism in a post-C...
35- Promoting Ministry Focused Students Follow Up - with guest Josh Moore
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll with guest Josh Moore, missionary to Ireland, in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they explore th...
34- LIGHTNING POD- Reaction to the 2024 Election Night
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this LIGHTNING episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they discuss the recent 2024 Presidential Election....
33-Actively Retaining Teachers- Follow up
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they dive back into the discussion from Episode 22, "Actively...
32- Promoting Ministry-Focused Students in Our Christian Schools
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this second part of their series on "The Promotion of Ministry Focused Students in Christian Schools." Learn abo...
31- Drop Off Line
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matthew George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they explore the crucial topic of managing morning drop-of...
30- Dealing with Halloween in a Christian School
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast Description: Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they delve carefully into the discussion...
29- Office to Home Communication
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they explore the crucial topic of Office-to-Home Weekly Com...
28- Teacher Titles- Followup
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matt George and Mark Zockoll in this follow-up episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they delve deeper into the practical aspects of imp...
27- Pursuing Higher Ed While Principal'n with guest, Stuart Rodgers
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll as they explore the challenging yet rewarding world of pursuing higher education while serving as a Christian...
26- Administrator - School Board Relationship with guest expert, Dr. Roger Erdvig
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matthew George and Mark Zockoll in the 26th episode of the Christian Principal's Podcast as they explore the critical topic of "Administrator-Sch...
25- Responding to the Ed Choice Annual Report
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matthew George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast as they explore the Ed Choice Annual Report, especially in li...
24- Part 1: Cost Conscious Cybersecurity - Faculty and Staff Training Workshop
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BONUS EPISODE: This is one of two bonus episodes in a series of presentations given by expert in cybersecurity James Rabe (guest from Episode 18) a...
24- Part 2: Cybersecurity on a Shoestring Budget
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BONUS EPISODE: This is one of two bonus episodes in a series of presentations given by expert in cybersecurity James Rabe (guest from Episode 18) and...
23- State of the Pod I
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Its our first State of the Pod! And what a journey! Approaching 50 subscribers, and we already have over 50 listeners, and over 1,000 plays across the...
22- Actively Retaining Teachers
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll in Episode 19 of the "Christian Principals Podcast" as they tackle the pressing issue of teacher retentio...
21- KCEA Live Episode
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BONUS EPISODE: Pardon the audio quality, its our first try at attempting a live episode, recorded over a hotel lobby table. Tune in to listen to this...
20- Teacher Non-Contract Hours with Guest, Hope Cupery
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matthew George and Mark Zockoll as they tackle the thorny issue of non-contracted hours worked by teachers in Christian schools. With guest Hope ...
CPP @ KCEA Announcement
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Christian Principals Podcast is looking forward to seeing its listeners on Thursday and Friday THIS WEEK at the Keystone Christian Education Asso...
19- Administrators' Personal Social Media Accounts
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Matt George and Mark Zockoll on the Christian Principals Podcast as they dive into the world of social media for Christian school administ...
18- School Cybersecurity with guest, James Rabe
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, we dive into the critical topic of cybersecurity in Christian schools with expert James Rabe. L...
17- The Perfect PTF
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matthew George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the "Christian Principal's Podcast" as they delve into the world of Parent-Tea...
16 - Teacher-Student Familiarity
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matthew George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the "Christian Principal's Podcast" as they explore the delicate balance of tea...
15- A Response to Recent School Shootings
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this somber episode (though hopeful because of the God we serve), Matt and Mark discuss the imperative of school safety in in the midst of last wee...
14- Building the Super Sub
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join co-builders, haha, Matthew George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the "Christian Principal's Podcast" as they explore the critical role of su...
13- Athletic Coaches- Just the Start
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Matthew George and Mark Zockoll in this episode of the "Christian Principal's Podcast" as they explore the influential role of athl...
12- Faculty Devotions
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll explore the vital topic of devotions in Christian schools. ...
11- Dress Code Enforcement
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll as they tackle the contentious issue of dress code enforcement in Christian schools. This episode explores ...
10 - First Day Traditions
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Don't miss this empowering episode of the Christian Principals Podcast! In this episode, Matt and Mark walk through their experiences regarding...
9 - Back to School Orientation - Content - with guest, Brad Parker
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll as they dive into the unique challenges and opportunities of Christian school administration. Each episod...
8 - Lobbying in DC - BONUS POD - Mark solo hosts
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Mark Zockoll for an inspiring episode of the Christian Principals Podcast. In this solo installment, Mark shares his transformative experience m...
7: Back to School Orientation - Layout and Atmosphere
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll delve into the essential topic of Back to School Faculty O...
6 - Faculty and Staff Recruitment on LinkedIn and Indeed with guest Matthew Zockoll
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Christian Principals Podcast, hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll explore the critical topic of faculty and staff recruitment...
5 - Staff Kids on Campus
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the "Christian Principal's Podcast," where hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll dive into topics crucial for Christian scho...
4 - Student Cell Phone Usage in School
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the "Christian Principal's Podcast," hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll tackle the challenging issue of student c...
3 - Small Group Fundraising
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the third episode of the "Christian Principals Podcast"! In this episode, hosts Matthew George and Mark Zockoll dive into an ess...
2 - Bathroom Monitoring
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here in episode 2, Matt and Mark talk Bathroom Monitoring from routines to schedules, legal notes to personal stories. Chase and Christy Gilbert fro...
1 - Intro & Networking
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the "Christian Principals Podcast," a dedicated space for Christian school administrators seeking practical advice and support. ...