Hear Me: Ensuring Students are at the Center of Student Voice Work

Authors

Erin Karlgaard, The College of St. ScholasticaFollow

Abstract

Student voice inclusion in schools remains underutilized, in spite of being discussed for decades as a way to improve experiences for students in schools. This article discusses voice inclusion, levels of voice inclusion, provides considerations for effective voice implementation, and highlights the role of teacher reflection in creating lasting and meaningful student voice experiences in schools.

Recommended Citation

Karlgaard, Erin (2025) "Hear Me: Ensuring Students are at the Center of Student Voice Work," Essays in Education: Vol. 31: Iss. 2, Article 2.
Available at: https://openriver.winona.edu/eie/vol31/iss2/2

Primary Author Bio Sketch

Erin Karlgaard is an elementary educator and adjunct faculty at the College of St. Scholastica. She recognizes each child’s story and background as central to how they learn. Erin empowers students as critical thinkers and creative problem solvers.