What does reward and recognition look like in practice? Join Dr. Janet Pilcher for an insightful conversation with Dr. Jennifer Lowery from the Tea Area School District where we dig into this core principle of Reward and Recognition from Dr. Pilcher’s new book, “Hardwiring Excellence in Education.” Hear how Dr. Lowery has integrated this principle into her organization’s culture by using employee feedback to identify and define organizational values and consistently celebrate what "right" looks like. Gain valuable insights as she describes her innovative strategies to recognize students who embody the district's standards of excellence. Listen as Dr. Lowery shares her unique onboarding approach that aligns new hires with the district’s values and provides guidance for building an elevated culture based around rewarding and recognizing at all levels.

This episode addresses questions such as:

• How can organizations actively involve their employees in shaping and rewarding a culture that fosters excellence?
• What strategies can be employed to effectively communicate the standards of excellence to new employees and ensure their alignment with the organization's values?
• How can organizations ensure that they reward and recognize employees and students effectively at every level?

Recommended Resources: Hardwiring Excellence in Education: The Nine Principles Framework,  Avoiding the Chaos, Powerful Practices that Build Connection, Unrelenting Commitment to Improvement