Teacher Apologetics | August 2025 | Ruston, WA

Monday, August 11, 2025 — Wednesday, August 13, 2025
08/11/25 08/13/25 America/Los_Angeles Teacher Apologetics | August 2025 | Ruston, WA Synopsis  Do you ever feel like today’s students are speaking another language? That you can’t get through to them or understand where they are coming from? Students today are faced with more information, misinformation, indoctrination, and worldviews than we could ever imagine. Gen Z and Gen Alpha see the world differently. In this Teacher Apologetics Training, we will learn strategies to effectively reach these generations with Scripture.   For elementary teachers, we will learn how to combat competing worldviews from an early age. We will explore ideas around intentional and timely exposure to the ideas and dominant worldviews of our day. How do we use discipline, grace, biblical lesson planning, and more to captivate the hearts and minds of our students at an early age? At this training, you’ll learn tips and tools for implementation into your own life and the classroom.  For secondary teachers, we will address topics such as same-sex attraction and marriage, abortion, gender dysphoria, scientism, technology, and much more. This training is not intended to debate our beliefs on these stances but rather to discuss how to tailor our teaching practices toward the young minds in our classrooms while teaching from a solid biblical perspective. We will explore how we can combat the leading ideologies and philosophies of the day and guide our students to a deep and authentic care for the Scriptural response to these cultural conversations.   Who’s It For?  This training is for all K-12 teachers at Christian schools, deans, principals, counselors, and/or admin. Relevant sessions will split for elementary and secondary teachers. It is a great resource for your team to attend together, receive information tailored to their grades, and then come together for main lectures and meals. We strongly encourage at least two members from each organization attend this event.  Schedule  Day 1: 4:30pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:30pm start  Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own  Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early  Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront 5125 Grand Loop, Ruston, WA 98407 United States Teacher Apologetics | August 2025 | Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com true MM/DD/YYYY

Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront

5125 Grand Loop
Ruston, WA 98407 United States

http://www.herzogfoundation.connect.space

Synopsis

Do you ever feel like today’s students are speaking another language? That you can’t get through to them or understand where they are coming from? Students today are faced with more information, misinformation, indoctrination, and worldviews than we could ever imagine. Gen Z and Gen Alpha see the world differently. In this Teacher Apologetics Training, we will learn strategies to effectively reach these generations with Scripture.

For elementary teachers, we will learn how to combat competing worldviews from an early age. We will explore ideas around intentional and timely exposure to the ideas and dominant worldviews of our day. How do we use discipline, grace, biblical lesson planning, and more to captivate the hearts and minds of our students at an early age? At this training, you’ll learn tips and tools for implementation into your own life and the classroom.

For secondary teachers, we will address topics such as same-sex attraction and marriage, abortion, gender dysphoria, scientism, technology, and much more. This training is not intended to debate our beliefs on these stances but rather to discuss how to tailor our teaching practices toward the young minds in our classrooms while teaching from a solid biblical perspective. We will explore how we can combat the leading ideologies and philosophies of the day and guide our students to a deep and authentic care for the Scriptural response to these cultural conversations.

Who’s It For?

This training is for all K-12 teachers at Christian schools, deans, principals, counselors, and/or admin. Relevant sessions will split for elementary and secondary teachers. It is a great resource for your team to attend together, receive information tailored to their grades, and then come together for main lectures and meals. We strongly encourage at least two members from each organization attend this event.

Schedule

Day 1: 4:30pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:30pm start

Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own

Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early

Event Contact: Herzog Foundation Institute
training@herzogfoundation.com

Teacher Apologetics | August 2025 | Ruston, WA

Monday, August 11, 2025 — Wednesday, August 13, 2025

08/11/25 08/13/25 America/Los_Angeles Teacher Apologetics | August 2025 | Ruston, WA Synopsis  Do you ever feel like today’s students are speaking another language? That you can’t get through to them or understand where they are coming from? Students today are faced with more information, misinformation, indoctrination, and worldviews than we could ever imagine. Gen Z and Gen Alpha see the world differently. In this Teacher Apologetics Training, we will learn strategies to effectively reach these generations with Scripture.   For elementary teachers, we will learn how to combat competing worldviews from an early age. We will explore ideas around intentional and timely exposure to the ideas and dominant worldviews of our day. How do we use discipline, grace, biblical lesson planning, and more to captivate the hearts and minds of our students at an early age? At this training, you’ll learn tips and tools for implementation into your own life and the classroom.  For secondary teachers, we will address topics such as same-sex attraction and marriage, abortion, gender dysphoria, scientism, technology, and much more. This training is not intended to debate our beliefs on these stances but rather to discuss how to tailor our teaching practices toward the young minds in our classrooms while teaching from a solid biblical perspective. We will explore how we can combat the leading ideologies and philosophies of the day and guide our students to a deep and authentic care for the Scriptural response to these cultural conversations.   Who’s It For?  This training is for all K-12 teachers at Christian schools, deans, principals, counselors, and/or admin. Relevant sessions will split for elementary and secondary teachers. It is a great resource for your team to attend together, receive information tailored to their grades, and then come together for main lectures and meals. We strongly encourage at least two members from each organization attend this event.  Schedule  Day 1: 4:30pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:30pm start  Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own  Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early  Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront 5125 Grand Loop, Ruston, WA 98407 United States Teacher Apologetics | August 2025 | Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com true MM/DD/YYYY

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All guests are required to attend the training in full including all sessions, activities, breaks, and group meals.

Breaks and snacks will be provided at various times during the session blocks. During group meals, food options will be available to accommodate select dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free and vegetarian. Please plan accordingly for other dietary restrictions or preferences.

Agenda is subject to change.

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	08/12/25 7:00 AM 08/12/25 8:00 AM America/Los_Angeles Breakfast at Hotel View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30425 <br/> Breakfast begins at 7:00 AM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 7:00 - 8:00 AM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Breakfast at Hotel Breakfast begins at 7:00 AM Less Info
	08/12/25 8:00 AM 08/12/25 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Morning Sessions View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30426 <br/> Defining the Terms<br> Understanding Imago Dei for Education<br> Exploring the World our Students Exist In Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Morning Sessions Defining the Terms Understanding Imago Dei for Education Exploring the World our Students Exist In Less Info
	08/12/25 12:00 PM 08/12/25 12:45 PM America/Los_Angeles Connection: Lunch Together View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30427 <br/> Connect with your peers over lunch! Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 12:00 - 12:45 PM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Connection: Lunch Together Connect with your peers over lunch! Less Info
	08/12/25 12:45 PM 08/12/25 4:45 PM America/Los_Angeles Afternoon Sessions View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30428 <br/> Meet HF<br> Formation in the Classroom: Unveiling Biblical Truths<br> Reaching our Students Pt. I Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 12:45 - 4:45 PM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Afternoon Sessions Meet HF Formation in the Classroom: Unveiling Biblical Truths Reaching our Students Pt. I Less Info
	08/12/25 5:30 PM 08/12/25 5:30 PM America/Los_Angeles Day Dismissed: Dinner On Your Own View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30432 <br/> Well done today. Dinner this evening is on your own. Connect with your peers over dinner or stay in! Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 5:30 PM Day Dismissed: Dinner On Your Own Well done today. Dinner this evening is on your own. Connect with your peers over dinner or stay in! Less Info

	08/12/25 7:00 AM 08/12/25 8:00 AM America/Los_Angeles Breakfast at Hotel View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30425 <br/> Breakfast begins at 7:00 AM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 7:00 - 8:00 AM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Breakfast at Hotel Breakfast begins at 7:00 AM Less Info
	08/12/25 8:00 AM 08/12/25 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Morning Sessions View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30426 <br/> Defining the Terms<br> Understanding Imago Dei for Education<br> Exploring the World our Students Exist In Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Morning Sessions Defining the Terms Understanding Imago Dei for Education Exploring the World our Students Exist In Less Info
	08/12/25 12:00 PM 08/12/25 12:45 PM America/Los_Angeles Connection: Lunch Together View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30427 <br/> Connect with your peers over lunch! Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 12:00 - 12:45 PM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Connection: Lunch Together Connect with your peers over lunch! Less Info
	08/12/25 12:45 PM 08/12/25 4:45 PM America/Los_Angeles Afternoon Sessions View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30428 <br/> Meet HF<br> Formation in the Classroom: Unveiling Biblical Truths<br> Reaching our Students Pt. I Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 12:45 - 4:45 PM Sterling Ballroom \| Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston Waterfront Afternoon Sessions Meet HF Formation in the Classroom: Unveiling Biblical Truths Reaching our Students Pt. I Less Info
	08/12/25 5:30 PM 08/12/25 5:30 PM America/Los_Angeles Day Dismissed: Dinner On Your Own View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/teacher-apologetics-august-2025-ruston-wa/agenda/2025-08-12#session_row_30432 <br/> Well done today. Dinner this evening is on your own. Connect with your peers over dinner or stay in! Teacher Apologetics \| August 2025 \| Ruston, WA training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 5:30 PM Day Dismissed: Dinner On Your Own Well done today. Dinner this evening is on your own. Connect with your peers over dinner or stay in! Less Info