Students and teachers rarely expect to encounter each other outside the classroom. Their relationship is often confined to the structured, hierarchical dynamic of the school environment. But what might that connection look like if freed from its rigid roles—without the awkward tension of running into each other in the cereal aisle on a weekend, both thinking, “*…you go shopping?*”
Nudge Club was born from students’ urgent calls to address the many challenges they face daily in school. Students often feel unheard and unseen, lacking any meaningful sense of agency. Meanwhile, teachers are overwhelmed—overburdened, underpaid, and stretched too thin.
These issues creates an inevitable breakdown in communication between students and teachers, breeding mistrust and diminishing empathy. As a result, the human connection that could transform educational relationships is drained, leaving classrooms devoid of the collaboration and understanding they so desperately need.
The impact of Nudge Club on the classroom environment is profound. By cultivating a more open space for teachers and students to share ideas, discuss challenging topics, and voice their thoughts, schools become more effective, teachers become better educators, and students become better learners—a win/win/win situation.
Every person in the room has a story, a strength, and a right to be heard. Listen and respect each other’s voices.
Teachers learn from students. Students learn from teachers. Be open to surprising each other.
Mistakes suck, but they aren’t final. Give yourself 10 minutes to feel down.. Then, remember that it’s part of the process, and shake it off. Celebrate—you are about to do better. After all, mistakes help you learn.
There’s no such thing as a bad question. Build curiosity by wondering aloud, even about the things you take for granted.
Discipline isn’t about control; it’s about commitment to learning. Be self-disciplined, together.
A good classroom evolves with its people. Stay flexible and adjust the rules when you need to.
Always be curious. Explore beyond the syllabus.
Read, watch, and experience widely—you never know what will inspire you.
Save your ideas, even the wild ones. They might make sense later.
Celebrate each other. Small wins matter.
