In this episode of Change Starts Here, Dustin Odham challenges the "spring fever" mentality that sweeps through schools during the final stretch of the year. Rather than just counting down the days and winding down expectations, Dustin urges leaders and educators to finish with intention. Sharing a powerful story about "legacy projects" at Mechanics Grove Elementary, he illustrates how giving students ownership and purpose can completely transform the energy of a building.

Reflect on what your students will truly remember about the school year and learn three simple, actionable moves to maximize the final 30 days: naming the moment to elevate its significance, creating ownership through contribution, and celebrating impact and effort over mere compliance. Make sure the end of the year feels meaningful, not just survived.

Host: Dustin Odham (FranklinCovey Education)

Timestamps:

00:00 The final stretch

00:37 The spring fever mindset

01:27 Legacy projects in action

01:59 What changed?

03:14 Making the end meaningful

03:45 What will they remember?

05:01 The year in review

06:12 Three actionable moves

07:15 Change how the story ends

08:42 Closing