In this episode, we talk about something that does not get enough attention in schools — watching out for the people you work beside.

In a small school, and especially in CTE, coworkers become more than just the adults down the hall. Over time, they start to feel a little like family — the wise mentors, the work siblings, the fun cousins, and yes, the occasional crazy uncle energy too. That can be messy, but it also matters.

This episode looks at why strong staff culture is not just about celebrating people when they are having a great year. It is also about noticing when someone is struggling, carrying something heavy, or just not quite themselves. We talk about grace, personality, hard seasons, old grudges, and the quiet responsibility of paying attention to each other.

Because real trust at work is not built through slogans o ...