When we talk about school culture, most people immediately think about staff morale—whether teachers feel supported, if the lounge is positive, if the vibe is good. But here’s the question we don’t ask enough: What does your culture feel like to kids?

In this episode, we’re shifting the lens from staff to students. From the way kids are greeted at the door, to how corrections are delivered, to whether lessons feel engaging or just repetitive, student culture is built in the small, everyday interactions. And if students don’t feel seen, valued, and connected, no amount of spirit week can fix that.

Because culture isn’t built in the lounge—it’s built in the hallways, classrooms, cafeteria, and bus loop.

If you want to move beyond morale posters and really create a school kids want to be part of, start here. This episode gives you practical, ready-to-use strategies to build culture that students actually experience as belonging.

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