Jennifer, You described what I call "early and often" and is one of the best known ways to develop a relationship with students. Meeting with the students early in their program and then consistently though-out their lifecycle is key. When you or your employers visit the classrooms, do you require the students to participate (other than listening) in some way? When a student is directly engaged they will feel more valued and will remember the lesson or principle that is being taught. Have you experienced this? Sheri Leach