Ep # 14: New Hires, Real Reflections

We talk with three new hires about what their first year at the Lab Schools feels like, from the surprises to the support that makes the work sustainable. We share the student moments that stick, the mentoring lessons we are still learning, and the advice we would give anyone joining our schools next year. • Choosing one word to describe the year and what it reveals about school culture • Learning what to ask for, what students need, and using the freedom to try new ideas • Adjusting to mentoring clinical students and giving meaningful feedback • Noticing how involved students are across activities, clubs, and sports • Favorite student moments from forest school Fridays to a Hamilton watch party • Advice for new hires about confidence, collaboration, and rolling with the flow • And lots of shout-outs to colleagues who made the year better!Send us Fan Mail