Practicum Speaker
Join Matt Metcalf at our pre-conference practicum Starting a Classical Christian School.
This practicum will guide potential founding members through the essential steps of launching a truly Classical Christian School—from establishing board structures and setting up 501(c)(3) status to implementing HR practices. More importantly, it will focus on creating a framework that fosters a truly Classical Christian pedagogy and culture, rooted in wisdom and virtue. And most importantly, you will join with others from around the country who are focused on the same mission and can offer insight, support, and encouragement.
Before embarking on this journey, we are reminded of Jesus’ words: “For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it?” (Luke 14:28). Launching a school is a calling that requires careful planning, prayer, and discernment, as well as a willingness to invest in the hard work of shaping hearts and minds for the glory of God.
Join the Concordis Education Partners team in this vital practicum, where you will gain the tools, ideas, and training to move your vision from an idea to a thriving school. Together, we will equip you to count the cost, lay a solid foundation, and build a school that stands as a light in your community.
Matt Metcalf is the Director of Finance for Concordis Education Partners. He holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Accountancy from The University of Mississippi and has a diverse background in public accounting, financial reporting, tax preparation, and non-profit educational administration. After working as a CPA for multiple large global organizations, in 2018 he began working in Christian school administration, first as a CFO, then as Head of School, and most recently as the founding Head of School with a Concordis client school. He is passionate about applying his expertise in finance and accounting to strengthen financial stewardship and operational best practices within the classical Christian education community. Matt and his wife Rachel have four children, and live in Clinton, Mississippi.