August 14, 2023

#080, Navigating Challenges and Building Community: Dr. Andy Zawacki's Insights

43 minutes

I actually became a pastor. So 15 years as a local church pastor, six years as a youth pastor, and nine years as a senior pastor at a local church in the Albany area. And all the while I was doing that I was teaching classes on the side staying in education, because it's always been a passion of mine. - Dr. Andrew Zawacki, Arborbrook Christian Academy

Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into an enlightening conversation with Andy Zawacki, the Head of School at Arborbrook Christian Academy. In this interview, Andy shares valuable insights about their distinctive approach to education, sheds light on the challenges they encounter, and unveils their exciting plans for future growth.

Tune in now to listen to the complete episode and prepare to be inspired by the remarkable educational philosophy embraced by Arborbrook Christian Academy.

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Highlights of the Episode:

[08:42] Becoming Dr. Zawacki

[18:10] This generation of parents is facing new challenges

[19:31] The story of how Arborbrook got started

[24:15] We have a great relationship and they [church] are willing to work with us

[24:52] Building a relationship with churches

[28:24] Our mission is to help students become lifelong lovers of learning

[29:59] Families want this type of an educational approach

[37:06] School leaders are responsible for so many things

YouTube Video Podcast Link:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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