Jonas Sauder

David Burkey explains the Christian relationship with knowledge. Because of the way God has revealed himself, we ought to be Read More...

Jonas considers, first, the work of the school: the value of education is in helping us see Christ’s work in Read More...

Why do we ask questions? Jonas discusses the improved engagement and understanding that comes from questions well asked. Courtesy Christian Read More...

Jonas teaches on the importance of the will in human development and gives reasons and methods for properly training a Read More...

Jonas showcases stories and other methods of influencing the worldview of our people. Courtesy Christian Light Education (CLE). Pass it Read More...

How do we teach children to think of all things as they belong to God’s world? Jonas calls us to Read More...

How do we deal with disrespect? Jonas encourages us to seek solutions for the underlying causes of disrespect. Courtesy Christian Read More...

We can easily be influences subconsciously by our culture, says Jonas, but the Lord calls us to take every thought Read More...

Simply reading a passage does not mean that we understand its terms and their implications. Jonas offers activities to increase Read More...

When does apparent stability introduce change? When does apparent change offer stability? Courtesy CASBI. Pass it on:

Geometry, and spatial thinking, offers practical solutions for daily life, says Jonas. Courtesy Christian Light Education (CLE). Pass it on:

Jonas discusses the application of respect and honor in day-to-day school life. Courtesy, says Jonas, shows the honor with which Read More...

Although there is value in using outside resources, Jonas reminds teachers not to neglect to contribute to and receive from Read More...

Jonas begins with meditations on the power of words to bring life and make commitments. Words are not merely arbitrary Read More...

Jonas demonstrates his approach to using literature in the classroom, and includes selections from Amos Fortune, Freeman, The Bronze Bow, and Around Read More...

God is here. Even if we are not walking with Him, He has established a real inheritance for every one. Read More...

Download video Reflecting on his forty years of teaching and administration in Lancaster County Anabaptist schools, Jonas wonders why there Read More...

The teacher is the most essential part of a Christian school classroom. Jonas discusses how a board and community can Read More...

Jonas examines the affections and attitudes of the heart that enable service. Service starts, says Jonas, with caring. How do Read More...

Jonas reminds us that we are called to serve out of love for our Master. He draws our minds to Read More...

Writing can be an effective way to respond to or interact with the subjects of history, math, and science. Jonas Read More...

In the second part of the series on reading, writing, and speaking across the curriculum, Jonas focuses on the role Read More...

Jonas continues with activities that promote deeper integration of learning, including asking questions of people in history and paraphrasing familiar Read More...

What should a child know or be able to do before going to school? Jonas discusses readiness skills. Courtesy Christian Read More...

We all process ideas differently, Jonas points out, and these differences do not necessarily indicate learning disabilities. To learn, we Read More...

A teacher has the opportunity to cultivate the attitude of the learner among her pupils by herself being a learner. Read More...

Jonas evaluates the elements of reading and how it should we taught. As a child’s skills in reading improve, he Read More...

In part 2 of the session on reading, Jonas discusses follow-up tasks for reading work. He covers categories and uses Read More...

Jonas encourages educators to expand their reading and writing programs. Excellence in these skills benefits other subject areas. Courtesy FBEP. Read More...

Our thought patterns affect our ability to process information. Our minds must be formatted in the ways of God. Courtesy Read More...

What is school? Jonas begins by challenging new and experienced teachers to consider their attitudes towards schooling. The way we Read More...

How do you go beyond talking to really teach? The overview of teaching continues with a discussion of preparing and Read More...

A teacher must do more than impart information. A teacher is a trainer, one who shapes the pupils in his Read More...

How do we ask questions to stimulate interest? Grounded in the teaching example of Jesus, Jonas gives advice for building Read More...

Jonas deals with children’s insecurities, and ways teachers should minister to their middle-school students’ spiritual needs. Courtesy FBEP. Pass it Read More...

In the final installment of the series, Jonas addresses teaching methods and spiritual practices for working with high school students. Read More...

How can we meet the expectations of the people we serve? Jonas points us to serve others with our eyes Read More...

Questions, says Jonas, are powerful tools for training students in the discipline of learning. Courtesy FBEP. Pass it on:

Jonas addresses the difficulty we face in finding teachers, and a forward looking effort towards a solution. Courtesy CASBI. Pass it on:

What will your teaching look like if it’s successful? What will it take to get there? Imagination, says Jonas, is Read More...

Jonas explains why school board members, administrators, and ministers need events at which to connect with others who share these Read More...

Jonas reflects on the profound influence teachers have in the lives of children. Pass it on:

We will look together at the role and responsibilities of the teacher in light of the expectations of students, parents, Read More...

Teaching is intensely personal. Students have minds, abilities, and wills that sometimes foil our lesson plans. They may be so Read More...

Every student brings an attitude along to school. How can teachers help students discipline their attitudes? Pass it on:

Students make choices every day. How can teachers train them to freely, cheerfully and willingly will to do their best? Read More...

Students can study identical content, yet develop different thought processes. How can teachers influence students’ thinking? Pass it on:

Sometimes students can learn to express clearly articulated thoughts better in settings that are not formally called public speaking. We Read More...

Are you aware of your influence? Methods, materials, and facilities: while these are important, Jonas underlines the influence of the Read More...

When a child doesn’t perform according to our expectations, what are some of the root causes? Is the issue we Read More...

This presentation considers ways to cultivate children’s reading comprehension skills through a variety of oral and written activities that can Read More...

No amount of skill or training can replace the need for essential inner qualities of a teacher’s heart. Teachers must Read More...

Studying quality literature influences how you live life from that day forward. You may gain knowledge, inspiration, warning, or motivation. Read More...

Oral communication is the ability to put knowledge into words. This talk looks at opportunities to cultivate this important life Read More...

First-grade teachers expect that six-year-olds come to school with a solid foundation ready for formal reading instruction. Without that foundation, Read More...

Enjoy a family-oriented evening as two presenters alternate with stories that illustrate wisdom from various school disciplines–nature, history, human interst, Read More...

Enjoy a family-oriented evening as two presenters alternate with stories that illustrate wisdom from various school disciplines–nature, history, human interest, Read More...

No amount of skill or training can supplant the need for cultivating the inner qualities of the teacher’s heart. All Read More...

What is the value of teaching classic literature to children? Jonas explains that with literature, students connect to reality in Read More...

What are practical ways to interact with manipulative parents? What is the core problem with manipulative parents? What’s underneath the Read More...

As a member of the school board, you are responsible for overseeing many aspects of the school: finding staff, facilitating Read More...

How important is literature in your school’s curriculum? How can you lead your students to godliness through poems, stories, and Read More...

Why do we teach? What is the center of center of teaching? How do we bring teaching to life? Pass Read More...

In a heartfelt discussion, panelists explore current issues in Anabaptist schools: How does technology affect our children, and what we Read More...

This session is part of the series on the role of the principal or administrator. A team needs a captain, Read More...

Speakers offer a brief presentation of topics relevant to conservative Anabaptist schools: Individualized/Conventional Hybrid School: What are the pros and Read More...

Because of current parenting trends, fresh attention is needed to encourage parents to ensure their children are getting the solid Read More...

The call of the school: Connecting the heart of the subject, the student, and the teacher. How can teachers as Read More...

“Read for a full mind, write for a precise mind, and speak for a ready mind.” Sir Francis Bacon (modified) Read More...