In this episode, I interview Ms. Griffiths, vice principal at Badger Creek Primary School, about what she loves in her role, especially connecting with students and families through SSG meetings, chatting, and yard duty, while still enjoying time in the classroom.

She shares that one of the hardest things to teach is helping students know themselves and navigate friendships. We talk about being on Coranderrk, how the school acknowledges and respects the land, and the history of Aboriginal and white children learning together.

Ms. Griffiths compares her first school, to BCPS and highlights the space, creek, and outdoor areas.

She reflects on learning through mistakes, why she became a teacher, how students change her, and balancing school with family life.00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro00:10 Vice Principal vs Teacher00:29 Connecting as Vice Principal00:57 Hardest Lessons for Kids01:25 Acknowledging Country and History02:46 Past Schools and Space03:46 Dream Additions and Legacy Art04:52 Harvest Garden and Cooking05:42 Advice to First Students07:10 Why Teach and What Students Teach Us08:01 Balancing Work and Family Life08:30 Thanks and Sign Off