What makes education truly transformative? How can schools move beyond academics to ignite passion, grit, and purpose in students?

In this episode, Stephen Carter sits down with Chad McDaniel, Senior School Advisor at World Vision, who has visited Christian schools across the country and seen firsthand what engages students at the deepest level. Together, they explore how connecting entrepreneurship with global impact creates powerful opportunities for students to flourish—by helping others flourish.

You’ll hear stories of middle schoolers running cross country for clean water, high school biology classes turning science lessons into entrepreneurial ventures, and schools redefining success by measuring impact instead of just dollars. Along the way, Chad and Stephen unpack:

• What separates a “good” school from a transformative one
• How the entrepreneurial mindset (growth mindset, grit, redefining failure, opportunity seeking) shows up in unexpected ways
• The role of mission clarity in avoiding drift while embracing innovation
• Why giving students ownership and tying learning to purpose unlocks engagement like nothing else

Whether you’re a school leader, teacher, or parent, this episode will inspire you to rethink how your community prepares students—not just for college or career, but for a life of calling and impact.

Resources & Links:

• Connect with Chad McDaniel: [email protected]
• Learn more about World Vision Ignite: https://www.worldvision.org/ignite/
• Follow Stephen Carter and Seed Tree Group: https://www.seedtreegroup.com/