New Episode – “Staff-First Leadership that Supercharges Learning”
Middle school principal Brenna Dooley joins host Dr. Nikki Harding to unpack the Inclusive leadership moves that transform teacher morale and student outcomes at Jeff West Middle School.
In this fast-paced chat, you’ll hear how Dooley: Creates psychological safety by mastering the simple—and powerful—act of getting every name right. Uses staff appreciation rituals (“Whoop Wagon” shout-outs, handwritten notes) to ignite teacher engagement and instructional innovation. Models high-impact instructional practices firsthand—subbing in classrooms, co-teaching, and proving that leaders can still “walk the walk.” Balances accountability and support when rolling out school-wide initiatives, turning initial resistance into advocacy.
Links teacher recognition to measurable gains in student engagement, classroom management, and academic growth—showing why appreciation is a strategic lever, not fluff.
If you’re searching for fresh insights on teacher retention, school culture, and inclusive instructional leadership, this episode is a must-listen.
🔗 Tune in now—and nominate an inspiring educator to be our next guest: inclusiveleadershiplab.org/wenotme
Keywords: inclusive leadership, staff appreciation, psychological safety in schools, high-impact instructional practices, teacher retention strategies, middle school principal, school culture, instructional coaching

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