A Slice with 'Dice
ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice shares personal reflections, lessons learned, and insights from the ever-evolving world of education in Arkansas and beyond.
A Slice with 'Dice
Building a Culture Teachers Stay For
What does a Disneyland pass have to do with teacher retention? More than you might think. ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores how Shonda Rhimes’ headline-making departure from ABC over a seemingly trivial perk reveals deeper truths about respect, trust, and feeling valued—and why those same dynamics play out every day in our schools. Drawing a surprising parallel to the recent University of Arkansas OEP study on teacher retention, this episode unpacks how small gestures and offhand comments can make or break a culture, and why leaders must be vigilant in showing people they matter long before they decide to walk away.
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