Sackstein, S. (2018, September 18). Educators’ Powerful Role in Motivation and Engagement. Retrieved January 17, 2019

Humans are hard-wired to connect and, when it comes to the connections educators form with students, it truly “takes a village” to positively impact a student’s motivation and willingness to engage. The school community goes far beyond the office or classroom door to include every adult in the building. A friendly custodial staff, a smiling bus driver and secretary, and a compassionate lunchroom worker all play a huge role in how students feel about their presence in the school.