#TeacherEngagement

Disengagement is expensive. Every teacher lost costs schools up to $25,000. Students lose as many as 72 days of instruction. Learning outcomes drop measurably. And morale takes a hit. The solution? Invest in teacher engagement. Because when teachers thrive, schools thrive. #TeacherFirst #EducationLeadership #TeacherEngagement

The hidden costs of disengagement – turnover, morale, and student learning impact

Teacher disengagement has measurable costs: up to $25,000 per teacher in turnover expenses, 32–72 instructional days lost when teachers leave mid-year, and measurable declines in student outcomes (0.05 SD drop) in high-turnover systems. Beyond budgets, disengagement erodes morale and accelerates attrition. Schools must treat teacher engagement as a financial and academic priority.

Joel Abel

Sep 152 min read

Recognition > Rewards. Teachers don’t just need paychecks—they need to feel valued. From thank-you notes to leadership roles, non-monetary recognition fuels engagement, performance, and retention. Show teachers they matter, and schools thrive. #TeacherFirst #SchoolLeadership #TeacherEngagement

How recognition drives performance – non-monetary ways schools can show appreciation

Teachers thrive when they feel seen and valued. Non-monetary recognition—personalized thank-yous, public acknowledgment, peer awards, growth opportunities, flexible scheduling, and leadership roles—boosts engagement and performance more effectively than cash incentives. Recognition builds culture, improves retention, and drives school success.

Joel Abel

Sep 122 min read

Creating Culture, Not Just Compliance, in Your Team

Team culture isn’t something you inherit. It’s something you build — every day, through your choices, words, habits, and expectations....

Joel Abel

Jun 182 min read