
#39 From 15% staff retention to 95%... shifting mindsets to turn around school performance with Dr. Sarper Turker
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- February 7th 2025
In this captivating episode of The Charter School Insider Podcast, Daniel Casselli, President at BuyQ, sits down with Dr. Sarper Turker, a visionary leader in education, to discuss his impressive turnaround story at Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools. Dr. Turker shares how he took a struggling school with a 15% staff retention rate and transformed it into a thriving institution with an astonishing 95% retention rate. With a focus on leadership and shifting mindsets, this episode dives deep into the strategies and tactics that led to a cultural transformation, improved staff morale, and better overall school performance. If you're a charter school leader looking for actionable advice to elevate your institution, this episode is a must-listen.
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