Building on Basic Needs

Rationale: Being a school leader—whether a teacher, administrator, or student—is challenging, especially at the start of the school year when building relationships is key. Understanding the five basic human needs will help leaders create an environment that supports both students and staff while encouraging positive change in the school.

Learning Intention: Leaders will revisit what they’ve learned about human behavior and meeting team members' basic needs to bring about positive change in their schools. 

Success Criteria: Teams will know they are successful when they:

• Can explain the basics of Perceptual Control Theory and how aligning goals helps with school improvement.

• Understand how the five basic human needs apply to both students and educators, and have planned a specific action to create a supportive environment for their teams.