The Buzz Report: Tackling Teacher Retention with Dr. Jeremy Brownfield
On this episode of The Buzz Report, host Sadie Chism sits down with Dr. Jeremy Brownfield, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Quality Improvement for Lebanon Schools, to discuss a challenge facing schools across the nation—teacher retention.
Dr. Brownfield highlights Lebanon’s multi-pronged approach to keeping high-quality educators in the classroom. From offering competitive salaries and benefits made possible through community support for Proposition Lebanon Schools, to innovative strategies like “grow-your-own” programs that encourage local students to return as teachers, Lebanon is focused on building a sustainable workforce for the future.
This year, Lebanon Schools dropped their staff turnover rate from the usual 10% to around 6%—a promising sign that their efforts are working. Dr. Brownfield also emphasizes how initiatives like career ladder pay, PTO flexibility, and long-term retirement planning set Lebanon apart from other districts.
The conversation dives deep into the long-term strategy behind staffing, how data from staff and student feedback forums drive decisions, and how Lebanon is balancing traditional academics with real-world learning opportunities to stay competitive and relevant.
Don’t miss this important discussion on how one district is leading by example to support its educators and build a future-ready school system. Watch the full episode of The Buzz Report with Sadie Chism, available now.
On this episode of The Buzz Report, host Sadie Chism sits down with Dr. Jeremy Brownfield, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Quality Improvement for Lebanon Schools, to discuss a challenge facing schools across the nation—teacher retention.
Dr. Brownfield highlights Lebanon’s multi-pronged approach to keeping high-quality educators in the classroom. From offering competitive salaries and benefits made possible through community support for Proposition Lebanon Schools, to innovative strategies like “grow-your-own” programs that encourage local students to return as teachers, Lebanon is focused on building a sustainable workforce for the future.
This year, Lebanon Schools dropped their staff turnover rate from the usual 10% to around 6%—a promising sign that their efforts are working. Dr. Brownfield also emphasizes how initiatives like career ladder pay, PTO flexibility, and long-term retirement planning set Lebanon apart from other districts.
The conversation dives deep into the long-term strategy behind staffing, how data from staff and student feedback forums drive decisions, and how Lebanon is balancing traditional academics with real-world learning opportunities to stay competitive and relevant.
Don’t miss this important discussion on how one district is leading by example to support its educators and build a future-ready school system. Watch the full episode of The Buzz Report with Sadie Chism, available now.