In this episode of AACS Today, Matt and Jamison sit down with Austin Erickson, Senior Strategic Manager at Turning Point USA. The discussion centers on the legacy of the late Charlie Kirk and the remarkable growth of

Olivia joins Matt and Jamison for some breaking news: the Youth Legislative Training Conference is officially now the Youth Legislative Development Conference (YLDC). Inspired by a conversation with a member of Congress regarding the dig...

In this episode, Matt and Jamison delve into recent Supreme Court arguments regarding laws in Idaho and West Virginia. These cases center on whether states can require student athletes to compete according to their biological s...

This episode explores the shifting dynamics of the 119th Congress, focusing on what we can expect as we enter 2026. Jamison and Matt discuss the ongoing effort to wind down the Department of Education and the legislative push for ...

On this episode, Matt and Jamison discuss the emerging federal school choice program, which is structured as a tax bill under the Treasury Department—not the Department of Education—and is projected to be a $25 billion annual initiative funded ...

On this episode, Jamison and Matt welcome Chloe Cole, an articulate 21-year-old woman passionately advocating against the practice of transitioning minors. Chloe shares her powerful, true story of undergoing medical gender transition between th...

In this episode, Matt and Jamison discuss the significant next steps announced by Secretary Linda McMahon in the effort to close the Department of Education. Since permanent closure requires Congress, the department is moving programs through i...

In this episode, Matt and Jamison welcome Texas State Senator Phil King—a respected Christian political leader representing constituents in Senate District 10—to discuss the major legislative battles shaping the state and the nation.Sena...

This episode of AACS Today dissects a public "dust up brewing" among conservative friends, viewed as a critical fight for the "soul of conservatism." The hosts analyze the debate over the quote "No enemies to my right" amidst current pol...

Trump versus Higher Education: Are colleges taking the bait? President Trump is using a high-stakes "carrot or the stick" approach to force reform. The stick? Civil rights investigations and taxing massive multi-billion-dollar endowments...

We analyze crucial Supreme Court challenges that could overturn restrictive state laws preventing professionally licensed counselors from offering therapeutic support that helps clients live peacefully with their biological sex. Hear the shocki...

On this episode, Jamison and Matt celebrate President Trump’s effective diplomatic results in the Middle East while discussing the third Religious Liberty Commission hearing, noting a "remarkable shift" in the administration’s strong support fo...

On the 100th episode of AACS Today, Jamison and Matt discuss what the government shutdown means for AACS schools as well as for education in general.

On September 8, the Religious Liberty Commission held their second meeting, which was hosted at the Museum of the Bible. Our very own Jamison Coppola and Olivia Summers were in attendance. On this episode, Jamison and Olivia share what the meet...

Jamison and Matt reflect on the assassination of Charlie Kirk and what comes next. They also look back on the National Legislative Conference, and the good things that took place during the conference.

Diane Bales, who was named as a Herzo...

Join Jamison and Matt as they provide a high-level view of the federal school choice program, which is contained inside the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill (OB3).  Will the program be available in your state? How much is available t...

Sara Bookout, Director of the Hope Allen Center for Exceptional Children in Hickory, NC, joined Jamison on the podcast to explain how Christian schools can serve families who have ...

Jamison and Matt interview Hudson and Hayden about their experience serving as AACS interns in the Washington office during this past summer. Be sure to catch how they grew, and what they hope to take away from their eight-week experience. They...

In this episode, Jamison is joined by Paul Smith, the founder and executive director of Citizen Impact, a ministry that bridges the gap between churches and public policy. Jamison and Paul discuss Peach State politics and how citizens can influ...

Join Olivia and Matt as they recount the blessings from the 2025 Youth Legislative Training Conference. Students from all over the country descended on Washington for a week of learning, fun, and growth. From the mock senate to the day on Capit...

Join Olivia, Jamison, and Matt as they discuss the historical first meeting of President Trump's Religious Liberty Commission. ...

Jessica Valente from Tabernacle Christian School in Hickory, North Carolina, was selected as one of the 2025

Jamison and Matt interview AACS interns, Hudson and Hayden, on day 2 of their journey as summer interns for the AACS Washington office. Listen in to get to know them, and be sure to pray for them this summer!

Jamison and Matt discuss how the religious liberty language came to be reinstated in the school choice version of the Big Beautiful Bill Act (ECCA portion). They also break down a few of the potential problems with some of the provisions that r...