Dr. Rachel George is the proud principal of Sandy Grade School in Sandy Oregon. She is also a speaker, adjunct professor, education advocate, and co-author of “PrincipalED: Navigating the Leadership Learning Curve.” Rachel joins us in this episode to talk about building vibrant school cultures that yield positive student outcomes. Rachel reminds us that culture and outcomes shouldn’t clash with each other and that there are many actionable steps that educators can take to build better relationships with students. She also offers her thoughts about allowing students to fail. What do you think are her thoughts?  Let’s listen to Rachel and know why students should be permitted to fail!   [00:01 – 07:09] Opening Segment Let’s get to know Rachel George We take turns asking five GTKY questions [07:10 – 19:14] School Culture and Student Outcomes  Learn more GTKY questions! Link below Achieving vibrant school cultures and awesome student outcomes They don’t oppose each other  Rachel’s advice to build relationships with students better 

[19:15 – 31:53] Teacher-Student Relationships  Rachel’s secrets on she succeeded in middle school as an administrator  Which is more important, social-emotional or academics? Listen to Rachel’s answers  Here’s Rachel’s advice for teachers you don’t want to miss

[31:54 – 44:09] Permission to Fail Integrating a solid structure and freedom to choose for students  Rachel’s thoughts here Building relationships with just a question and a timer  Give people permission to fail Rachel tells us why

[44:10 – 47:07] Closing Segment How to reimagine education according to Rachel  Connect with Rachel. Links below  Final words   Tweetable Quotes: “Own who you are and just do you.” –  Dr. Rachel George “If we’re gonna reimagine education and come out stronger, we need to learn from others...” –  Dr. Rachel George

Resource mentioned: https://andyjacks.com/ (Andy Jacks) Rachel’s book: https://amzn.to/3v4oGLF (PrincipalED) 

Email Rachel at rachael.george00@gmail.com or check out her https://www.drrachaelgeorge.com/ (website) to learn more about her work. Also connect with her on https://bit.ly/2OyxaJS (Twitter) and https://bit.ly/30lE2gE (Instagram). 

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