George Washington is so old school! Yawn…let’s talk about someone interesting! If that’s your first response to yet another book about George, you are about to be surprised! EPL Russ reviews this readable yet informative book about our first president. Being George Washington: The Indispensable Man, as You’ve Never Seen Him by Glenn Beck was a … More Book Review: Being George Washington
As followers of Jesus Christ look at the evolving culture in the United States, it is easy to see that it is drifting away from its Judeo-Christian roots. Yet when asked how Christians should engage with the culture, many are at a loss of how to respond. EPL Krista reviews what has become a classic on … More How now…
Dear Teacher who plans and executes your own student educational travel program, You are amazing. As if your daily life as an educator weren’t busy enough with teaching, grading, meetings, family, and any extracurricular activities you may oversee… Your passion for the value of student travel runs so deeply that you also pour hours and … More Do you plan your own student travel?
When visiting Washington, DC you cannot miss the legacy of the Roosevelt family! From parks to statues to memorials the name Roosevelt is iconic in American history. To gain a perspective on this family EPLs Corrie and Krista viewed Ken Burns’ mini-series The Roosevelts: An Intimate History. Below are some of their thoughts… *Warning: May … More Media Review – The Roosevelts: An Intimate History
When something old becomes new again in American history our Education Program Leaders (EPL) get excited! Kirk Cameron, of Full House fame, resurrected such a treasure when he explored the Forefather’s Monument in Plymouth, Massachusetts. EPLs Andrew and Sheila share their thoughts on Cameron’s movie Monumental: In Search of America’s National Treasure. *Warning: May Contain … More Movie Review – Monumental: In Search of America’s National Treasure
World War II stories provide a thread that is weaved throughout our Washington, DC Education Programs. This in turn spurs on our Education Program Leaders (EPL) to search out resources to help build their understanding of this era and also to add stories to their repertoire. HBO’s mini-series, , was reviewed by two EPLs – … More Media Review: Band of Brothers
We enjoy and appreciate our Education Program Leaders! They are an eclectic group of individuals who are passionate about Jesus! It is fun to see the different ways they express their faith and reach out to the greater community! Corrie is much loved by the students she meets each year while leading programs throughout the … More Because “late” isn’t always a bad thing…
Krista has been a part of the ACTS team since 2010 leading students throughout the historic East Coast. She is an enthusiastic storyteller whose passion for Jesus and America shine as she champions young people and adults to live their lives for a greater purpose! Check out Krista’s blog post on crossexamined.org where she addresses the question: … More Krista: Program Leader-Blogger-Worldchanger
Current events can cause us to want to better understand our past — how did we get where we are, why do we react the way we do, how can we avoid making the same mistakes. Becoming a student of history does not have to be a dry and dreary experience. Education Program Leader Andrew … More Media Review: Ken Burns’ The Civil War
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, are you looking for a good book with which to curl up and be cozy? if so, Sohailah, an ACTS Education Program Leader recommends The Killer Angels by Michael Shaara. Here is her review: This book was the first book I read by a member of the … More Book Review: The Killer Angels
Only One Life 