The TEEN TRUTH Playbook: 20 Years, 20 Ideas to Change Your School Culture

The TEEN TRUTH Playbook: 20 Years, 20 Ideas to Change Your School Culture

In The TEEN TRUTH Playbook: 20 Years, 20 Ideas to Change Your School Culture , acclaimed speaker and TEEN TRUTH co-founder JC Pohl shares practical, battle-tested strategies to help educators build a connected, resilient, and empowered school community. Drawing from work in over 8,000 schools nationwide, Pohl outlines a clear roadmap for creating a campus where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to thrive. Divided into two powerful ideologies — Culture and Connection — this book unpacks the essential systems and relationship-driven practices that make a lasting impact. From crafting a unifying school slogan to launching peer-led programs, hosting inclusive events, and collecting meaningful student feedback, every chapter offers real-world stories, proven tools, and ready-to-use implementation ideas. Whether you're a teacher, counselor, principal, or campus leader, The TEEN TRUTH Playbook will reignite your passion and give you the blueprint to turn your school into a place where students don’t just show up — they belong.