Summer Seminar
One of the best things you can do for your faculty!

With a rich heritage of nearly 60 years in Christian education, Pensacola Christian Academy has developed, through the vision of our founders, tried and true methods for successfully operating a vibrant Christian school ministry.

Approximately 10,000 Christian schools across America and around the world use A Beka Book materials, giving us a burden to help these schools build their programs in order to reach more young people for Christ. Our clinics here in Pensacola are designed to meet the needs of both administrators and teachers with an inspirational and in-depth training program in the effective use of materials and methods.

Summer Seminar will benefit both first-year Christian school teachers and experienced faculty. Teachers who have attended Summer Seminar can continue to benefit from the sessions each year. However, if you are unable to send all of your faculty, please make sure to send those who have never attended, as they will gain valuable insight for their teaching ministry.

Make plans early to attend!


Troy A. Shoemaker, Ed. D.
President


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3 Insightful Tracks

Teacher Track

Provides tips and techniques for improving effectiveness in the classroom. Teachers will benefit from in-depth subject overviews and interaction with other teachers.

Administration Track

Assists in coordinating the overall school program from academic, spiritual, and business viewpoints.

Office Management Track

Covers philosophy, ethics, standards, office procedures, accounts receivable, procedures for orientation day, cumulative records, and equipping your office. Whether you have one office worker or many, this track will be of great help to them.


Unique seminar scheduling provides for study or relaxation each afternoon. Sessions end at 1 p.m. daily. (Evening general sessions begin at 7 p.m.) In the afternoon, you can choose from optional topics, such as

  • Office Procedures
  • Library Procedures
  • Yearbook Production
  • Video School Procedures
  • Chapels, Assemblies, and Clubs
  • Combination Classes

Principals can also use the afternoon to meet with their faculty and cover information related to the specific needs of their school.

Arlin and Beka Horton

Dr. Arlin Horton Founder Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola Christian Academy
A Beka Book
Dr. Beka Horton Cofounder

Seminar History

Dr. and Mrs. Arlin Horton, outstanding leaders in the Christian school movement since 1954, have helped thousands of Christian school administrators and teachers across America by sharing organizational and educational principles based on God’s Word. Their dedicated leadership and love for educating young people have combined to make A Beka Book America’s leading producer of Christian textbooks.


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Speakers

Seminar speakers are skilled professionals with years of experience on Pensacola Christian’s faculty and staff. Their invaluable knowledge, proven techniques, and helpful tips could be just what your Christian school has been looking for.

Date

July 23–26, 2013

Check-In

  • PCC Administration Bldg., 250 Brent Lane
  • Tuesday, July 23, 8 a.m.–2:15 p.m. CT
  • Early arrivals on Monday, July 22 (12 noon–9 p.m.), must pay a fee of $40 per person if staying in a residence hall.
  • PCC is 10 minutes from the airport. Local taxi service is available.

Session Times

  • First session begins Tuesday at 3 p.m.
  • Workshops meet from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. with optional afternoon sessions.
  • General sessions meet at 7 p.m.
  • Seminar ends Friday at 12:30 p.m.

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Cost and Accommodations

Tuition

Tuition is $130 per delegate. A $50 deposit per person is required with each application. Balance is required upon arrival or may be paid in advance to expedite check-in process. Do not make nonrefundable airline reservations until Seminar reservations have been confirmed by the Reservation Office. (Deposits are refunded up to two weeks prior to Summer Seminar. Deposits on cancellations made less than two weeks prior to Summer Seminar are nonrefundable and nontransferable.)

Meals

Meals are $54 for each delegate whether staying on or off campus. Cost includes Tuesday dinner; Wednesday and Thursday breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and Friday breakfast and lunch. Request meals on application.

Special Discounts (may not be combined)

  • Returning Teachers Discount—Teachers who have previously attended Summer Seminar pay $130 tuition and receive shared residence hall accommodations (Tues.–Thurs. nights) and meals free during the Seminar. Mark appropriate box on application for discount to be applied. (Meals and housing choices must be marked if taking advantage of this discount.)
  • Group Discount—Schools which bring more than 10 delegates who stay in our residence halls and eat meals on campus will be charged half price for the combined cost of tuition, shared residence hall housing, and meals for those delegates above 10 (that is, delegates 11, 12, etc., pay $109.50 each).

Accommodations

Residence Halls open for delegates at 12 noon on Tuesday and close at 3 p.m. on Friday. Air-conditioned rooms have two sets of twin bunk beds and an adjoining bath.

  • Cost per person, on Tuesday–Thursday nights is
    $35 multiple occupancy/shared room or
    $60 single occupancy/shared bath (limited availability)
  • Monday Early Arrival Fee $40 per person (includes residence hall housing and meals through Tuesday lunch).
  • Bring pillow, linens, and blanket for a twin bed; towels; and hangers. (Linens are not included in residence hall accommodations.)
  • ReservationsApply online or call (850) 478-8496, ext. 2828.
  • Limited rooms (twin only) with private baths are available to married couples who register early. Indicate Married under Residence Hall preference on the application.

Hotel Lodging in the Pensacola Area

Payment

Payment for online registration is by credit card. If you choose to apply by phone, we can accept credit card information at that time or you may mail a check after making phone reservations.

Checks (payable to Pensacola Christian College) must be sent to

Summer Seminar
Pensacola Christian College
P.O. Box 18000
Pensacola, FL 32523-9160
U.S.A.

There is a $25 charge for all checks returned to us by your bank for any reason. We are unable to accept postdated checks.


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Important Notes

  • Dress is business casual—Women delegates are asked to dress modestly. Please no short skirts, slacks, or sundresses. Walking shorts that are full and to the knee may be worn for recreation. Many men wear collared shirts and dress pants. Men delegates should not wear shorts.
  • No provision is made for children to stay in our residence halls or to attend sessions. We request that you not bring children with you unless you have off-campus housing and baby-sitting arrangements.
  • Three CEUs (continuing education units) may be earned through attendance at the Seminar.
  • Recording devices are not permitted.

Call (850) 478-8496, Ext. 2828, or e-mail Reservations@pcci.edu for additional information.

Due to limited space, we suggest you send in your application at least one month prior to the Seminar to secure residence hall reservations.


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Upcoming Events

Additional Opportunities

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Earn up to one third of your Graduate School or Seminary credits without leaving your ministry.

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