In this podcast episode, two seniors from Lake Braddock High School, VA interview three of their teachers whom they have built relationships with through their high school years. Together, they discuss practices to develop meaningful student-adult relationships and reflect on the impact of the relationships they have built with each other. They also highlight how teachers’ attunement to academic interests and social and emotional needs contribute to students’ well-being, school engagement, and overall academic achievement. Listen for their keen insights into why healthy student-adult relationships matter and example practices to build strong student-adult relationships.

• 0:00 - Introductions with Caitlyn and Becca
• 1:54 - Interview with Ms. Koebbe
• 8:33 - Interview with Ms. Hurst
• 14:40 - Interview with Ms. Keifer
• 23:37 - Closing

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Please note, the contents of this podcast do not necessarily represent the policy or views of the U.S. Department of Education, nor does it imply endorsement by the U.S. Department of Education