Teacher Morale Is Not Tricky. Involve Them. Support Them. Recognize Them. Value Them.

You may have heard it said, “We’re here for the kids, not the teachers.” You may have even said it. It’s true. We are here for the kids. Students are the reason that schools exist, and every decision should be driven by the needs and interests of the children. However, do not make the mistake of thinking that student needs and teacher interests are mutually exclusive. I would actually argue that they are inextricably linked. To put it simply, happy teachers are more effective teachers. In fact, the morale of your faculty is an important component of a strong school culture.