Fresh Culture

Culture isn't classic.

You can’t leave your district’s culture untouched for years, then pull it out of the closet for reexamination and expect it to still fit the times. As the world changes, your employees’ needs do too.

Right now in particular, fostering a positive culture is essential. Not only does it keep employees feeling valued and supported, but it also attracts job candidates and families, creates a more effective learning environment for students, and helps build a stronger community.

You’re dealing with a lot right now, but don’t let culture slip through the cracks! Discover how you can freshen up your culture below.

“Positive school culture is a beautiful experience. It creates an environment where teachers want to do more.”

– Unknown

Who is your district?
Who do you want to be?

Whether positively or negatively, culture defines your district.
Here are some ways to make sure it's for the best.

The Elusive Coaching Culture

Imagine an environment where transparency outweighs fear, growth defeats insecurity, and positivity reigns supreme. This is what a coaching culture looks like.

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4 Ways to improve the Substitute Teaching Experience

How do you attract and keep good substitute teachers in your classrooms? By reimagining your processes and delivering a better experience.

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How to Win a Millennial's Loyalty

Your millennials want to be your biggest cheerleaders. Learn how you can tailor your culture to the largest generation in the workforce.

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The Future of Mentoring: Say Hello to Hybrid

See how instant messaging, video, and online Professional Learning Networks are changing mentorship for teachers, leaders, and support staff alike.

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Did you know?

The likelihood of job turnover at organizations with poor culture is

48.4%

but at organizations with positive culture, that number falls to

13.9%

Happy employees are

12%

more productive

(See these and more statistics here.)

Radio Check: 5 Tactics for "Loud and Clear" Communication

What can “radio talk” protocol teach us about quality communication? Turns out, a lot! Here are 5 takeaways from this tried and true method.

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Leading Different Generations in a School District

Leading multiple generations is all about striking balance between recognizing (and celebrating) differences and keeping all people focused on the same goals, regardless of age or experience.

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"If you attempt to implement reforms but fail to engage the
culture of a school, nothing will change."
- Seymour Sarason, Professor of Psychology Emeritus at Yale University

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