membership  benefits  &  services

​The Indiana Association of Christian Schools seeks to promote and encourage excellence in Christian education and its
representative member schools within the state of Indiana. The association office and the Executive Director seek to
provide information in a timely manner regarding membership, academic and athletic events, and current issues relative
to all schools. Membership in the IACS includes membership in the American Association of Christian Schools.

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AACS
STUDENT EVENTS
  • Fall Athletic Tournament -- Boys’ Soccer & Girls’ Volleyball
  • Winter Athletic Tournament -- Boys' and Girls Basketball
  • Bible Quizzing Competition (SH and MS levels)
  • Annual Bible, Fine Arts & Academic Competition
    • March -- High School (9-12) 
    • April -- Middle School (grades 5-8) 
  • Fall Band/Choir Music Festival
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  • Annual Teachers’ Convention
  • Collaborative relationships with teachers and administrators from other IACS Schools
  • Important updates about Indiana requirements for non-public schools
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
  • IN-FOCUS -- April Pastors & Administrators meetings for sharpening our focus and renewing our vision 
  • Administrators’ Round Table -- June meeting for sharing practical tips and sharing burdens among school leaders
LEGISLATIVE
  • Legislative representation via phone calls, emails, letters, and visits to state and national legislative offices
INFORMATIVE PUBLICATIONS
  • Journal for Christian Education
  • Washington Flyer (weekly)
  • Capitol Comments
  • Legal Report
  • Parent Update
EXCITING EVENTS
  • National Competition in Bible, Fine Arts, & Academics
  • Annual Essay and Poetry Contest
  • National Legislative Conference
  • Youth Legislative Training Conference
  • Legislative Internship Program
  • Professional Development Training
VALUABLE SERVICES
  • Legislative Representation
  • Legal Assistance
  • School Accreditation
  • School Improvement
  • Achievement Testing
  • Textbook and Supply Discounts
  • American Christian Honor Society
  • Right Path Retirement Plan
  • Teacher Placement Service
  • Teacher Certification
Additionally, the Executive Director is available for consultation and on-site visits to assist in any area of need. He is available to speak to school boards on the subjects of AACS Accreditation adn requirements of the Choice Scholarship program.  He serves the AACS in conducting pre-consultative visits to schools beginning the Accreditation process.  Schools are encouraged to call or email the IACS State office with questions or needs.