Great Teachers Don’t Leave Healthy Schools | Dan Brokke | Ep. 175

“The mission may attract teachers, but the culture determines whether they stay.” - Dan Brokke

“People stay where they feel valued, encouraged, and strengthened.” - Dan Brokke

Spring always brings a certain buzz with it. For some, it is vacation plans and blooming trees. For schools, it is also the season of decisions. Families are thinking about next year, and so are teachers. Some are praying about whether to stay where they are. Some leaders are working through staffing needs for the fall. And all of it brings an important question to the surface: What makes teachers stay?

In this episode, Jenny sits down with Dr. Dan Brokke to talk about a statement that is both timely and thought-provoking: great teachers don’t leave healthy schools.

With more than 40 years of experience in Christian education, Dan brings deep wisdom to this conversation. He shares what truly makes a school healthy, why culture matters just as much as mission, and how leadership plays a critical role in whether teachers remain, grow, or move on.

From communication and encouragement to discipleship and professional development, this episode offers practical insight for teachers and leaders alike.

Every day in the classroom is YOUR day to impact and inspire through God’s power and grace working in you.

“Unhealthy schools are often filled with overwhelmed people who aren’t being supported.” - Dan Brokke

Go do what God has called you to do!

Resources Mentioned

Frederick Herzberg’s Motivation-Hygiene Theory

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