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ABOUT CSI
Founded on a Christian Worldview
Christian Schools International is a leader in Christian education services.
About Company
Let’s Transform the World
Founded in 1920, Christian Schools International was the first national organization to exclusively serve Christian schools. We believe faith and learning are inseparably linked, with God’s Word as the foundation for truth found in every academic subject. Whether through accreditation, curriculum, employee benefits, or leadership development, we’re dedicated to increasing the effectiveness of Christian schools as they seek to transform the world for Christ.
Biblical Worldview
We believe that Christian education is firmly rooted in God's Word and God's world, and we profess the following statements of faith:
Source of all truth
A biblically informed curriculum points to God as the source of all truth, leads students toward biblical wisdom and a response to God's call to discipleship, and nurtures all students toward Christlike living. God's truth permeates every academic subject and educational initiative. Faith is embedded in curriculum, and faith and learning are inseparable.
Freedom to grow
Everything is created by God– from the smallest molecule to the greatest star. God equips humans with the gift of research and discovery so that every aspect of his creation can be known in his appointed time.
God created humans in his image as whole persons– spiritual, physical, social, emotional, and intellectual. We have both the freedom and the responsibility to develop each of these areas of our lives. Our creator wants for us to discover, probe, and seek after knowledge in every discipline.
Living our faith
While the latest theories and discoveries may attempt to undermine God, nothing can shake our faith in the creator of the universe. This profession does not mean blind adherence to our beliefs. Rather, we must use our minds to recognize and make the case for truth. Along the way, we must show mercy, promote justice, and share in the work of Jesus as we collaborate to make the world a better place.
CSI Corporate Staff
Executive
Jennifer Thompson
Chief Executive Officer jthompson@csionline.org
616-957-1070 x109
Jim Peterson
Director of Operations and Membership
jpeterson@csionline.org
616-957-1070 x108
Lindsay Monette
Director of Marketing lmonette@csionline.org
616-957-1070 x105
Cally Wade
Administrative and Sales Manager cwade@csionline.org
616-957-1070 x101
Becky Oudshoorn
HR & Employee Benefits Specialist
becky.oudshoorn@cebteam.org
877-274-8796 x227
Kate Van Wyngarden
Marketing Assistant
kvanwyngarden@csionline.org
616-957-1070 x104
Accreditation
Sheryl L. Jo
Director of Accreditation
sjo@csionline.org
616-957-1070 x106
Allison Reiffer
Manager of Accreditation Support
areiffer@csionline.org
616-957-1070 x107
Larry Baker
Accreditation Regional Coordinator
lbaker@csionline.org
Josh Bowar
Accreditation Regional Coordinator
jbowar@csionline.org
Ron Lawlor
Accreditation Regional Coordinator
rlawlor@csionline.org
Mary Patterson
Accreditation Regional Coordinator
mpatterson@csionline.org
Chris Rast
Accreditation Regional Coordinator
crast@csionline.org
Betsy Wilken
Accreditation Regional Coordinator
bwilken@csionline.org
Elisa Wingerd
Accreditation Regional Coordinator
ewingerd@csionline.org
Finance
Val Avink
Bookkeeper
vavink@csionline.org
877-274-8796 x228
Consultative Services
Terry Kok
Consultative Services/Membership
tkok@csionline.org
760-715-7915
Finance
Consultative Services
Board of Trustees
James Bruinsma, Chair – Grand Rapids, MI
Brant Epperhart, Treasurer – Denver, CO
Rudi Gesch – Sheboygan, WI
Glenn Vos – West De Moines, IA
Ruth Kuder, Vice Chair – Wayne, NJ
Chris Rast – Lynden, WA
Eric Segaar, Secretary – Ripon, CA
Wayne Sit – Ann Arbor, MI
2023–2024 Impact Report
Take a closer look at our 2023–2024 Impact Report, which reflects on the programs and services provided to our member schools, along with a preview of what is ahead in 2024–2025.
2022–2023 Annual Report
Take a closer look at our 2022–2023 Annual Report, which reflects on the programs and services provided to our member schools.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Christian Schools International prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, social background, or disability in administration of any of its activities, policies, programs, or operations.