Relationships with school and district leaders are just as important as the ones I establish with my students and other educators. Positive relationships improve the quality of the learning environment and allow teachers to meet student needs, grow professionally, and thrive. Yet, how much time do we spend building relationships with our school and district leaders to impact our students’ learning environment?

Over the years, I have grown to understand the importance of these relationships, so I intentionally seek opportunities to build them with my administration, superintendent, and school board members. Sometimes these encounters push me beyond my comfort zone, especially when I share the not-so-pretty realities about my classroom, school, and profession.

Source: Teachers and District Leaders Should Work Together – Education Week Teacher