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Assumption Quote by Thomas J. Sergiovanni

“The heart and soul of school culture is what people believe, the assumptions they make about how school works.” quote by Thomas J. Sergiovanni
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“The heart and soul of school culture is what people believe, the assumptions they make about how school works.”

Thomas J. Sergiovanni

About This Quote

Source Book: The Principalship: A Reflective Practice, 1994

School culture is built on shared beliefs and assumptions about how education works.

In simple terms: Beliefs shape school culture.

Key Takeaway

Align assumptions with values.

Themes

education culture beliefs assumptions

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • school meetings
  • policy development
  • teacher training

Key Concepts

organizational theory educational philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What core belief drives your school?
  • How can you surface hidden assumptions?
A Different Perspective

Assumptions may be hidden.

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