You can’t improve instruction, boost test scores, or retain great teachers if your school culture is broken. In this episode of The Principal School Podcast, Dr. Michael Meechin lays it out plain: culture is the precondition for everything else. Without it, your walkthrough tool, PD plan, or data cycles don’t stand a chance.

This episode is a must-listen for school leaders who are frustrated by stalled progress and tired of spinning their wheels. If your team feels stuck or disengaged, the culture might be the real issue.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ Why culture is the invisible force driving—or destroying—your school’s success
✅ What toxic or broken culture looks like (and how to spot it early)
✅ How to rebuild trust and momentum with simple, consistent leadership moves
✅ Why fixing culture isn’t fluff—it’s the foundation for real instructional impact
✅ How to lead culture work without lowering expectations or losing focus

🎧 Listen now to reset your leadership lens and make sure you’re fixing what really matters—first.

📢 Know another leader feeling stuck? Share this with them and start the culture conversation that changes everything.

Show Notes

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