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School Culture By Design | Janelle Duffey | Fruitport Schools

Podcast: Standing Tall: Voices in Leadership
Published: Mar 23, 2026
Duration seconds: 1892
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In this episode, Principal Janelle Duffy shares how building an intentional, "felt" school culture rooted in deep relationships and student-centered decision-making forms an environment where every child can thrive. She offers powerful insights on transitioning from a manager to an instructional leader and the importance of staying grounded in your "why," even when leading through the most difficult challenges.