I do is listen,” he says.“I want to understand who they are before I tell them who we are.” Each new hire is paired with a mentor teacher who helps them navigate curriculum, culture, and classroom management. “We make sure they know we’re here to help,” Kyle says.“Teaching is challenging, but it shouldn’t feel isolating. Having that mentor makes a world of difference.” The same philosophy drives Baker’s leadership approach at the district level. “We talk about accountability a lot,” he says.“But accountability also means supporting people so they can meet high expectations.” Alexandria’s schools are more than classrooms— they’re the center of a small but proud community. “This town has tremendous spirit,” Baker says. “We have successful athletics, dedicated families, and teachers who love what they do.” 173 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 12 ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION
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