Get a new perspective on teaching and learning.
Year One: The Foundation Course
- Monday, June 23 – Friday, June 27, 2025, Chesapeake, Virginia.
- Monday, June 23 – Friday, June 27, 2025, Atlanta, Georgia (Dunwoody Christian School at First Baptist Church Atlanta).
Ask yourself: How did you become a teacher? Do you want to be a teacher at home or in school? What preparation have you been given for the privilege of forming the hearts and minds of the influencers and leaders of the next generation? To form the character of the nation multi-generationally? Beyond curriculum or skill-building, how do you learn the methods of forming Christian character, of inspiring hearts, and building leaders?
The Mission of The Foundation Course: To impart the foundational philosophy, methods, and curriculum of Biblical classical Principle Approach teaching and learning for rebuilding the culture multi-generationally for Christ His Story.
The Foundation Course relies on Biblical reasoning; the practice of the methods that form Christian character; mastery of the Biblical classical approach that measurably forms the Biblical worldview for all of life; preparation to be a living textbook to your students; use of Christian scholarship to cultivate effective communication skills; the emergence of the teaching gift that elevates the individual, imparts vision for the Kingdom, and rebuilds the culture for Christ.
Our training prepares you to serve God’s purposes for our children by His grace in profound hope.
Outcomes of The Foundation Course include:
- A love of teaching that begets the love of learning
- A genuine Biblical worldview in every subject
- Mastery of methods that form Christian character and conviction
- A providential view of history and life
- The ability to impart life-long learning skills
- Effective use of logic and reasoning
- Effective communication skills
- Strategies for enabling every learner
- Certification advancement
The Foundation Course is the entry-level course in the Principle Approach philosophy, methodology and curriculum towards becoming a credentialed master Principle Approach teacher if you so desire. The joy of forming like-minded study partnerships with Principle Approach teachers and fellow-students focuses upon authentic learning and the honing of the Biblical worldview and Christian scholarship.
Teaching/Mentoring Method: Direct instruction with participation by discussion and presentation; building the Foundations record for all future teaching; application of teaching to individual circumstances (levels, settings, subjects, families, etc.); development of plans for implementation in local teaching setting.
Click here to view the The Foundation Course Syllabus.
Please note that detailed teaching schedule and presenters are subject to change.
Attendees include:
- Novice teachers in school or home
- Experienced teachers seeking more
- Administrators who supervise instruction
- Pastors seeking education solutions
- Patriots concerned to rebuild the culture
Although many will want to take the summer training in order to become a certified master teacher, this may not be your desire. You are welcome to take the summer training sessions without the pursuit of master teacher status.
Teachers and parents may also take The Foundation Course as a refresher or to continue to stay current on Principle Approach philosophy, curriculum and methods.
Your Instructors
The Foundation Course will be taught by master teachers and scholars. Teachers will vary in each course.
- Dr. Carole Adams, President of FACE and architect of The Noah Plan Principle Approach curriculum
- Dr. Max Lyons, Director of Principle Approach Competence at FACE, author and co-author of six books
- Dr. Mike Myers, Director of Leading Schools Program
- Gary Porter, Constitutional lecturer and FACE docent
- Martha Shirley, Director of Professional Development at StoneBridge School
- Margie Lyons, Homeschool expert and author
- Linda Andrus, Director of Content Management and former Master Teacher at StoneBridge School
- Chris Evans, Virginia historian and author
- Laura Caruso, Director of Providential History
- Christine Lovett, Founder, Headmaster, and Master Teacher at True Foundation Christian School
- Stephanie Holler, Co-founder and Master Teacher at True Foundation Christian School
- Jill White, President of Jill White Consulting and Master Teacher
- Donna Hurley, Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Dayspring Christian Academy
- Kim Bebb, FACE Master Teacher and Homeschool Instructor
- Dr. Brenda MacMenamin, President of Teaching His Story and FACE Master Teacher
- Roxana Dickerson, Co-Founder and the Academy Director at True North Academy and FACE Master Teacher
Tuition
The Foundation Course tuition is $495 per person, whether taking onsite or as an independent study. The Chesapeake course is a three-day course which includes bonus day of teacher training on Thursday. Friday is an optional field study of the Providential history of America’s founding at Jamestown. The Atlanta course is a three-day course which includes bonus day of teacher training on Thursday and optional Friday session to complete assignments. Meals and lodging are not included. This schedule is subject to change.
Two convenient ways to study
The Foundation Course, the first year of the FACE Master Teacher Certification, can be taken either in-person or as an independent study on your own schedule. Year two, The Application Course and year three, The Exhibition Course, must be completed in-person. Teachers may enroll in The Foundation Course at any time.
Click for a report on the 2024 Foundation, Application, or Exhibition course
Accommodations:
Hotels: Click here for a list of recommended hotels within 10 miles of the The Foundation for American Christian Education and The Hall-Slater Library and Training Center campus located at 4225 Portsmouth Blvd, Chesapeake, Virginia 23321.
For hotels near The Foundation course in other cities, click here.
Homes: For the Chesapeake location only limited space is available at no cost in the private homes of FACE staff and friends. Fill out the Housing Request Form once you have registered. Make arrangements early as free housing is available on a first come first served basis.