Equipping teachers to boldly fulfill their God-given calling

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Watch Party

Plan and host a Rise Up Watch Party with this handy guide!

Discussion Room

NEW! Join speakers for a 30-minute Q&A following sessions!

Summit Notes

Keep a record of insights in this robust printable PDF

Weekend Guide

Plan your weekend & play Summit Bingo in this smaller PDF

Exhibition Hall

Order books & snag deals from your Summit speakers 


Watch Sessions Now!

✨ Simply CLICK THE SESSION TITLES BELOW to watch. ✨

All of the on-demand sessions are available to watch now. And make plans to join us LIVE for the Thursday — Saturday line-up. Click the session titles below to view info & links.


Live Sessions

Please join us LIVE for the following sessions at the times indicated:


THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16

8:00pm ET ⭐️
RISE UP KICKOFF: 
Life is Hard, God is Good: Experiencing Real Joy in a World Gone Mad
With Brant Hansen, Linda Kardamis & David Schmus


FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17

11:00am ET
God-Pleasing Leadership in a People-Pleasing World
With an ACA's Nick Henkle & Derald Glover

9:00 pm ET
Idea Swap Party 🎉 
With door prizes & advice from teachers around the globe!


SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18

11:00am ET ⭐️
How Everyone Thrives When We Embrace Our Strengths
With Bethany von Steinbergs

1:00pm ET ⭐️
Using Questions to Reach the Next Generation
With Valerie O'Brien

2:30pm ET ⭐️
Finding Rest Amidst Busyness
Wth Linda Kardamis 

4:00pm ET
Practicing Joy: Create a Personal Action Plan
With Elizabeth Schmus



⭐️ The Discussion Room will be open for 30 minutes after THESE LIVE sessions.


NEW! School Leader Track!

*For Admin
LIVE Friday, Oct 17 at 11:00am ET

God-Pleasing Leadership in a People-Pleasing World
With an ACA's Nick Henkle & Derald Glover

*For Admin and Teachers
LIVE Saturday, Oct 18 at 11:00am ET
How Everyone Thrives When We Embrace Our Strengths
With Bethany von Steinbergs

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Enter now for your chance to win the Ultimate Summit Prize Pack including $600+ worth of books & resources from 2025 speakers and sponsors.

Introduce Yourself 

Please introduce yourself and let us know where you're from & what you teach.

This is also a great place to share insights, ask questions, and connect!

Click Sign in to begin (you can sign in as a Guest).

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All-Access Pass

All sessions are free to watch the weekend of the summit (Oct 16-21).

But if you upgrade today to the all-access pass, you never lose access and can watch all 20+ sessions at your own pace - wherever & whenever you like.

Don't Miss Out!

Sign up now to receive text reminders for LIVE Summit Sessions! 

📱Text INSIDER to 1-833-258-5442 to get LIVE session text reminders!*

*Standard text messaging rates may apply.

FAQ

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions:

When can I watch?

NOW! From October 16-21 all on-demand sessions will be available to watch for free.

Mark your calendar to join us for special LIVE sessions as they're recorded! See the schedule here.

Make sure to share Rise Up with as many teacher friends as possible since everything is FREE Oct 16-21! 

Not long enough? Keep access and watch on your own schedule afterwards, consider upgrading to the all-access pass (get the special Summit Price of $47 during the Summit before it goes up to $97 after the Summit closes). Learn more here.

How can I get reminders?

We'll email you throughout the Rise Up Summit event (October 16-21) at the email address you used to sign up.

Text INSIDER to 1-833-258-5442 to get text reminders for LIVE sessions so you don't miss out!*

*Standard text messaging rates may apply.

I upgraded to the all-access pass. Where can I find that?

Your all-access pass in in our online learning platform at: https://learn.teach4theheart.com/rise-up-2025/

You should have received an email titled 🪄 Magically skip the login page for Rise Up 2025! with all your account information. Check your spam/junk folder if you can't find it.

Email hello@teach4theheart.com if you're having any problems accessing your all-access pass.

Can I get certificates for PD credit?

Certificates of attendance will be available for all-access pass holders ONLY as these are the only teachers for whom we can verify attendance at individual sessions.

You can upgrade to the all-access pass here.

We are an approved PD provider for both ACSI and AACS.

In addition to that, we have a partnership with MidAmerica Nazarene University. 

Click here to find out more about these career advancing credit opportunities (only available with the all-access pass).

Do I need any special equipment?

No! Everything is online, and all you need is internet access.

Other questions?

Email us at hello@teach4theheart.com, and we'll be happy to assist you.

Special Thanks to our Summit Sponsors!


GOLD Sponsor

Gracelyn University is an accredited online university that equips aspiring educators to answer God’s call, without stepping away from their classroom or community. We offer affordable, fully online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs designed for working adults in public, private, and faith-based schools.

Whether it’s a paraprofessional in a public district, a teaching assistant at a Christian school, or a second-career educator in training, Gracelyn helps people earn their degree and certification while continuing to serve. Every course is taught from a biblical worldview, integrating academic rigor with spiritual purpose. If someone you know has a heart for students and the potential to be a great teacher, Gracelyn would love to love to support them.

Gracelyn invites you to explore their programs here.


Silver Sponsors

Dordt University is a Christian university located in Iowa that seeks to equip students to work effectively toward Christ-centered renewal in all areas of life. Dordt offers a Master of Education, Master of Special Education, and Master of Arts in Teaching—all taught 100 percent online and from a Christian perspective. Dordt is known for its affordable and engaging online master’s programs and excellent faculty. Dordt is also home to 1,500 undergraduate students with more than 88 percent living on campus. Students can choose from over 40 programs of study, and education is one of the largest majors.

Dordt University also runs the Center for the Advancement of Christian Education (CACE) which serves as a Christian education resource for schools, churches, families, and professionals.


The Collaborative unites Christian Edleaders from faith-based schools to strengthen their communities and elevate the educational experience to rival any alternative. Through a Member School community, events (in-person and virtual), and The Mastermind, The Collaborative aims to establish and implement a collaborative vision for K-12 Christian education.

Providing Christ-centered education to the next generation is an endeavor too complex to brave alone. Join the Member School community for FREE. As a member, you will have access to free resources, tools, webinars, shared services, and a community dedicated to collaboration. Together, let's work toward a brighter future for our students, teachers, and staff. Explore all we have to offer at beacollaborator.com and sign up to be a part of the Member School community!

Bronze Sponsors

The Herzog Foundation is a national organization dedicated to advancing and strengthening Christian education across the United States. With a deep commitment to faith-based values, the foundation supports schools, educators, and communities by providing essential resources, training, and strategic support. Its mission is to ensure that high-quality Christian education is accessible, sustainable, and transformative for students and families.

Through initiatives like leadership development programs, operational training, and innovative media projects, the Herzog Foundation empowers school leaders and educators to grow thriving educational environments rooted in biblical principles. Their work helps Christian schools flourish academically and spiritually, contributing to the formation of future generations grounded in character, faith, and knowledge.

Educators and other Christian education leaders are invited to explore the Foundation's innovative tools and resources at HerzogFoundation.com.


The purpose of the Liberty University School of Education is to develop Christ-centered educators and leaders through rigorous, biblically-based instruction and practical training. The School of Education at Liberty University is committed to providing the highest quality Christian education based on the principles of God’s Word. Our school, by its commitment to strengthening the mind, body, and soul, educates the whole person as God created us.

The school offers programs to prepare teachers and other school personnel. Excellent teachers and school personnel are invaluable assets to the home, church, community, and nation. The school licensure program at Liberty is designed to provide a program of study and pre-service experiences that will foster teaching excellence and stimulate improvement in teaching practices in Christian, public, and private schools.

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