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coACTION Project Page 17/27 Democratic School Culture Contribution of the school management to the fulfilment of Glasser's needs Basic Need Contribution of the school management Security Clear processes, transparent communication, crisis teams, emergency plans, joint solutions in crises. Belonging Joint events, collegial cooperation, regular reflection rounds, promotion of a sense of unity among colleagues. Power / recognition Delegation of decision-making power, taking suggestions seriously, acceptance of good ideas, professional development, enabling participation in budget decisions. Freedom Autonomy in pedagogical concepts, room for innovation, freedom for elective lessons or pedagogical projects. Fun Participatory organization of festivals, project weeks (e.g. motto weeks, colourful school festival) in which everyone is actively involved in planning. !"#$ A democratic school management is not just administration, but a shaper of culture. It exemplifies trust and relinquishes control, in the knowledge that this is the real strength for sustainable democratic development. The role of teachers Teachers are the daily companions of the pupils and are therefore crucial for the implementation of democratic educational goals. They shape the lessons and thus the children's concrete opportunities for participation. Their pedagogical decisions translate theoretical participation models directly into daily practice in the classroom. !"#$ For you as a teacher, this means that you must not only have specialist knowledge, but also skills in moderation, conflict resolution and power- sharing in order to truly empower pupils.