{"id":15319,"date":"2024-07-23T23:29:28","date_gmt":"2024-07-24T06:29:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/?p=15319"},"modified":"2025-07-20T18:17:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T01:17:34","slug":"how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Successfully Implement Change Management in Schools"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"540\" data-attachment-id=\"15322\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/image6\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?fit=1000%2C667&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1000,667\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image6\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?fit=809%2C540&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?resize=809%2C540&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15322\" style=\"width:800px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?resize=810%2C540&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image6.jpg?resize=450%2C300&amp;ssl=1 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@timmossholder?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tim Mossholder<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/love-to-learn-pencil-signage-on-wall-near-walking-man-WE_Kv_ZB1l0?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Making organizational changes in schools can be challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Education comes with high stakes, with parents and teachers invested in giving children the very best start in life. Education is important, and change can risk disrupting the fragile path of a student\u2019s growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Change is also vital to progress. Education is continuously improving, with new ideas, discoveries, and methods always on the horizon. Giving children the best start in life includes preparing them for this ever-changing world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So how do you enact meaningful change without creating negative outcomes?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Change management tackles these challenges head-on by creating a framework for change, increasing the chance of acceptance, adoption, and success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we\u2019ll discuss the importance of change in schools and how change management can facilitate positive transformation. We\u2019ve also put together a practical guide for successfully implementing change management in your school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-block-toc  is-style-outline htoc htoc--position-wide toc-list-style-plain\" data-htoc-state=\"expanded\" data-htoc-scrollspy=\"false\"><span class=\"htoc__title\"><span class=\"ht_toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/span><span class=\"htoc__toggle\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"><g fill=\"#444\"><path d=\"M15 7H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><path d=\"M15 1H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1zM15 13H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"htoc__itemswrap\"><ul class=\"ht_toc_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-how-important-is-change-for-educational-institutions\">How important is change for educational institutions?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-what-kinds-of-changes-should-we-consider\">What kinds of changes should we consider?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-what-is-change-management\">What is change management?<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-the-benefits-of-creating-a-comprehensive-change-management-strategy\">The benefits of creating a comprehensive change management strategy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\">How to successfully implement change management in schools<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-preparation-stage\">Preparation stage<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-decide-what-you-want-to-change\">Decide what you want to change<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-do-some-research\">Do some research<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-consider-change-management-models\">Consider change management models<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-understand-reluctance-to-change\">Understand reluctance to change<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-planning-stage\">Planning stage<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-set-your-targets\">Set your targets<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-create-an-impact-assessment\">Create an impact assessment<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-create-a-stakeholder-communication-plan\">Create a stakeholder communication plan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-execution-stage\">Execution stage<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-communicate-the-plan\">Communicate the plan<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-staff-training-and-development\">Staff training and development<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-gather-quantitative-data\">Gather quantitative data<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-gather-qualitative-data\">Gather qualitative data<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-successfully-implementing-change-management-in-schools\">Successfully implementing change management in schools<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-how-important-is-change-for-educational-institutions\">How important is change for educational institutions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Time changes everything \u2013 technology, scientific understanding, societal perspectives, what threatens us, our environment, job markets, skill demands, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We could go on and on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">To ensure that every person\u2019s education is preparing them for the brightest possible future, education needs to keep up with progress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Educational change can mean anything from curriculum updates to implementing <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2023\/11\/04\/k-12-industry-on-the-rise-edtechs-educational-renaissance\/\">new technology<\/a> across your organization. The goal of change is to improve the quality of and access to education, the working lives of staff, and the overall effectiveness of schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-what-kinds-of-changes-should-we-consider\">What kinds of changes should we consider?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Change can come with progress, to streamline operations, or at the behest of government regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common changes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-curriculum-updates-that-reflect-new-and-changing-information1\">Curriculum updates that reflect new and changing information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-implementing-remote-and-hybrid-learning-systems1\">Implementing remote and hybrid learning systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-creating-better-communication-between-staff-and-parents1\">Creating better communication between staff and parents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-increasing-our-understanding-and-accessibility-for-students-with-physical-or-learning-disabilities1\">Increasing our understanding and accessibility for students with physical or learning disabilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-implementing-different-teaching-styles-to-create-a-more-personalized-approach-to-learning1\">Implementing different teaching styles to create a more personalized approach to learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-implementing-or-changing-edutech-systems-such-as-migrating-from-one-school-management-program-to-another1\">Implementing or changing edutech systems, such as migrating from one school management program to another.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-overhauling-staff-management-to-improve-working-conditions1\">Overhauling staff management to improve working conditions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-keeping-up-with-changing-regulations-and-laws1\">Keeping up with changing regulations and laws.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-what-is-change-management\">What is change management?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Change management involves preparing, planning, and executing a change strategy that facilitates educational improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Think of change management as a guide to help your school navigate the change process and increase its chances of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-the-benefits-of-creating-a-comprehensive-change-management-strategy\">The benefits of creating a comprehensive change management strategy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Without a change management strategy, you risk losing track of your progress, failing to reach targets, and losing the trust of your stakeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The benefits of implementing change management include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-having-a-clear-action-plan-that-everyone-can-work-from1\">Having a clear action plan that everyone can work from.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-better-organization-and-streamlining1\">Better organization and streamlining.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-creating-a-common-goal-for-stakeholders1\">Creating a common goal for stakeholders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-better-progress-and-target-monitoring1\">Better progress and target monitoring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-gathering-and-analyzing-data-to-prove-the-value-of-change-and-encourage-further-improvements1\">Gathering and analyzing data to prove the value of change and encourage further improvements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-increased-chance-of-successful-change1\">Increased chance of successful change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\">How to successfully implement change management in schools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Now that we\u2019ve talked about the importance of change and change management, it\u2019s time to talk about the practical steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">To make things easier, we&#8217;re going to break down change management into three stages: preparation, planning, and execution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-preparation-stage\">Preparation stage<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"607\" data-attachment-id=\"15334\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/image-30\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?fit=1000%2C750&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1000,750\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?fit=809%2C607&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?resize=809%2C607&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"brown wooden blocks on white surface\" class=\"wp-image-15334\" style=\"width:589px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?resize=600%2C450&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?resize=400%2C300&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?resize=200%2C150&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.jpeg?resize=810%2C608&amp;ssl=1 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@brett_jordan?utm_source=medium&amp;utm_medium=referral\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brett Jordan<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=medium&amp;utm_medium=referral\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are lots of famous quotes about preparation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s Confucius, who said, \u201cSuccess depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Or how about Alexander Graham Bell, who claimed, \u201cBefore anything else, preparation is the key to success.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">What these great historical figures are helping us to emphasize is: Preparation is important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Preparing your research, data, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2023\/09\/24\/nine-classroom-communication-skills-for-teachers\/\">communication channels<\/a>, and methods before you begin will help you organize your ideas and create a comprehensive change management plan based on evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-decide-what-you-want-to-change\">Decide what you want to change<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The very first thing on your to-do list is figuring out what you want to change and why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Look for weaknesses in your organization and come up with possible solutions. You can do this by looking at data like test scores and student engagement, getting staff together and having a brainstorming session, and assessing your own working day for roadblocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s use an example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The problem:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">HR staff are wasting time sifting through hundreds of unqualified applicants. This affects the speed and quality of new hires, leading to poor learning outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The solution:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Implementing recruitment automation tools like an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ardoq.com\/knowledge-hub\/application-portfolio-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">application portfolio management APM<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">So now you know what you need: a plan that sells this solution to leadership, budgets for new tech, trains staff in these tools, and creates positive outcomes around hiring and learning outcomes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-do-some-research\">Do some research<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">As educators, we understand the value of research. When preparing to enact change, cracking open the books is a great starting point. Or, to get with the times, opening your web browser, which sounds far less scholarly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When putting together a change management strategy, you should consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-looking-into-change-management-models-we-ll-discuss-this-a-little-more-in-the-section-below1\">Looking into change management models \u2013 we\u2019ll discuss this a little more in the section below.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-reading-studies-and-reports-that-support-your-push-for-change-for-example-if-you-re-looking-to-improve-teacher-workloads-look-into-studies-about-mental-health-and-work-life-balance-in-educators1\">Reading studies and reports that support your push for change \u2013 for example, if you\u2019re looking to improve teacher workloads, look into studies about mental health and <a href=\"https:\/\/letsbuildup.org\/category\/parenting-work-life-balance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">work-life balance<\/a> in educators.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-finding-evidence-of-positive-outcomes-look-for-reports-of-other-schools-enacting-similar-changes-and-reaping-the-benefits1\">Finding evidence of positive outcomes \u2013 look for reports of other schools enacting similar changes and reaping the benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-looking-at-benchmarks-find-out-how-your-school-compares-to-others-across-a-variety-of-metrics-such-as-grades-graduations-diversity-employee-retention-etc1\">Looking at benchmarks \u2013 find out how your school compares to others across a variety of metrics, such as grades, graduations, diversity, employee retention, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-researching-automation-a-good-project-management-platform-can-help-you-streamline-your-change-management-plan1\">Researching automation \u2013 a good <a href=\"https:\/\/hive.com\/blog\/project-management-software\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project management platform<\/a> can help you streamline your change management plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Research provides an evidence-based approach to your change management process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">You can pinpoint areas for improvement in your school, prove the value of your ideas to leadership, and create a change management model that works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-consider-change-management-models\">Consider change management models<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Change management models are frameworks developed by leaders in change management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Every school is unique, and your change management strategy will reflect that. Change management models can be a useful tool to help structure your process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many change management models out there, so it\u2019s important to look into each of them before you begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-understand-reluctance-to-change\">Understand reluctance to change<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stakeholder reluctance is one of the major barriers to change.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Schools suffer from this more than most organizations, since education can be such an emotionally-charged subject.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">After all, parents want the best for their children, and teachers often have a strong emotional investment in the success of their students. Big changes can mean disruption, and nobody wants that throughout such an important time in a young person\u2019s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Add overworked staff and the natural human instinct to distrust change and you have a cocktail for failure. Resistance can mean slow adoption of change, negative effects on your working environment, a lack of leadership support, and poor outcomes that will only create future reluctance to change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But there are ways to prepare for this.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Before you begin, try to include stakeholders in your change management process. Ask teachers and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2023\/01\/29\/how-to-keep-student-families-happy-and-ensure-returning-students\/\">parents<\/a> what improvements they\u2019d like to see in your school, keep the discussion open, and prepare evidence to prove the value of your ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-planning-stage\">Planning stage<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"607\" data-attachment-id=\"15333\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/image-29\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?fit=1000%2C750&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1000,750\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?fit=809%2C607&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?resize=809%2C607&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"brown wooden blocks on white surface\" class=\"wp-image-15333\" style=\"width:730px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?resize=600%2C450&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?resize=400%2C300&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?resize=200%2C150&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.jpeg?resize=810%2C608&amp;ssl=1 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@brett_jordan?utm_source=medium&amp;utm_medium=referral\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brett Jordan<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=medium&amp;utm_medium=referral\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After preparation comes planning, so let\u2019s get into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-set-your-targets\">Set your targets<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Defining your targets is vital to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-assessing-where-you-re-currently-at1\">Assessing where you\u2019re currently at.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-giving-everyone-a-clear-goal-from-the-start1\">Giving everyone a clear goal from the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-keeping-stakeholders-engaged-and-accountable1\">Keeping stakeholders engaged and accountable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-measuring-progress-throughout-the-course-of-change1\">Measuring progress throughout the course of change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Targets will help you visualize the steps you need to take from where you are to where you want to be. These steps will make up your change management plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-create-an-impact-assessment\">Create an impact assessment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A change impact assessment includes defining the effects change will have on various aspects of your organization:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-staff-job-roles-pay-responsibilities-training-in-new-skills-and-personal-sentiment1\">Staff \u2013 job roles, pay, responsibilities, training in new skills, and personal sentiment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-technology-you-might-need-to-upgrade-hardware-change-or-implement-software-solutions-and-train-staff-in-usage1\">Technology \u2013 you might need to upgrade hardware, change or implement software solutions, and train staff in usage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-leadership-change-needs-guidance-so-leadership-will-be-responsible-for-implementation-communication-budgeting-and-outcomes1\">Leadership \u2013 change needs guidance, so leadership will be responsible for implementation, communication, budgeting, and outcomes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-students-will-change-bring-disruption-to-students-education-does-the-potential-for-positive-outcomes-outweigh-this1\">Students \u2013 will change bring disruption to students\u2019 education? Does the potential for positive outcomes outweigh this?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-the-school-potential-positive-and-negative-outcomes-to-your-organization-s-financial-reputational-and-regulatory-responsibilities-through-business-capability-modeling1\">The school \u2013 potential positive and negative outcomes to your organization\u2019s financial, reputational, and regulatory responsibilities through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ardoq.com\/blog\/business-capability-modeling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">business capability modeling<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">An impact statement gives you a realistic overview of cause and effect. From here, you can mitigate negative impacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-create-a-stakeholder-communication-plan\">Create a stakeholder communication plan<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Communication is key to a successful change management strategy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">While not specific to schools, research by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oak.com\/media\/c5llwb4v\/oak-change-report-digital.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oak Engage<\/a> gives us some insights into the importance of change communication.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"787\" height=\"526\" data-attachment-id=\"15335\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/image-31\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.png?fit=787%2C526&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"787,526\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.png?fit=787%2C526&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.png?resize=787%2C526&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15335\" style=\"width:715px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.png?w=787&amp;ssl=1 787w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.png?resize=300%2C201&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.png?resize=768%2C513&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-1.png?resize=449%2C300&amp;ssl=1 449w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 787px) 100vw, 787px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oak.com\/media\/c5llwb4v\/oak-change-report-digital.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oak Engage<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Resistance to organizational change comes from a lack of clear communication between decision-makers and stakeholders. This is relevant in every organization, from schools to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.wishpond.com\/post\/115675438386\/digital-transformation-ecommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">digital transformation in eCommerce<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"777\" height=\"626\" data-attachment-id=\"15338\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/image-34\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.png?fit=777%2C626&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"777,626\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.png?fit=777%2C626&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.png?resize=777%2C626&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15338\" style=\"width:569px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.png?w=777&amp;ssl=1 777w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.png?resize=300%2C242&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.png?resize=768%2C619&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.png?resize=372%2C300&amp;ssl=1 372w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 777px) 100vw, 777px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oak.com\/media\/c5llwb4v\/oak-change-report-digital.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oak Engage<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">When decision-makers are open to communication, discussion, and feedback, resistance decreases and sentiments become more positive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">A communication plan should reach leadership, teachers, other staff members, and parents. It should communicate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-the-reasons-for-change1\">The reasons for change.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-evidence-of-positive-outcomes1\">Evidence of positive outcomes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-the-new-responsibilities-of-staff-and-leadership-such-as-training-in-new-methods-or-technology1\">The new responsibilities of staff and leadership, such as training in new methods or technology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-a-schedule-for-staff-training-and-development1\">A schedule for staff training and development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-a-commitment-to-supporting-staff-and-parents-through-the-change1\">A commitment to supporting staff and parents through the change.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-opening-channels-for-discussion-and-feedback-such-as-web-forums-email-or-pbx-phone-systems1\">Opening channels for discussion and feedback, such as web forums, email, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vonage.com\/resources\/articles\/what-is-pbx-phone-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PBX phone systems<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-the-schedule-for-your-change-management-plan1\">The schedule for your change management plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Clear communication can empower stakeholders to engage with your plans, calming reluctance and even creating excitement around ideas for change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-execution-stage\">Execution stage<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"607\" data-attachment-id=\"15336\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/image-32\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?fit=1000%2C750&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1000,750\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?fit=809%2C607&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?resize=809%2C607&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"brown wooden blocks on white surface\" class=\"wp-image-15336\" style=\"width:582px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?resize=800%2C600&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?resize=600%2C450&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?resize=400%2C300&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?resize=200%2C150&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-2.jpeg?resize=810%2C608&amp;ssl=1 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@brett_jordan?utm_source=medium&amp;utm_medium=referral\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brett Jordan<\/a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=medium&amp;utm_medium=referral\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s time to do the thing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-communicate-the-plan\">Communicate the plan<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">The first stage of execution is sharing the communication plan you painstakingly crafted earlier.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can do this in a variety of ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-create-a-change-management-pack-that-includes-all-the-things-you-need-to-communicate1\">Create a change management pack that includes all the things you need to communicate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-disseminate-the-pack-to-staff-and-parents-via-physical-copies-or-email1\">Disseminate the pack to staff and parents via physical copies or email.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-hold-meetings-with-staff-and-parents-to-discuss-the-plan-and-get-feedback1\">Hold meetings with staff and parents to discuss the plan and get feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-create-online-spaces-for-discussion-such-as-facebook-groups-or-dedicated-web-forums1\">Create online spaces for discussion, such as Facebook groups or dedicated web forums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-share-evidence-and-progress-on-your-website1\">Share evidence and progress on your website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-create-an-faq-or-help-desk-on-your-website1\">Create an FAQ or help desk on your website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Clearly communicating plans up-front primes stakeholders for change and empowers them to be a part of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-staff-training-and-development\">Staff training and development<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Every big change will affect your staff, from digital transformations to policy changes. If you\u2019re halfway through executing your digital transformation and staff are still asking \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ardoq.com\/knowledge-hub\/integration-architecture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">what is integration architecture<\/a>?\u201d, you\u2019re in trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Training is essential to preparing staff for the challenges ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-look-at-your-impact-assessment-for-places-where-staff-skills-and-your-change-targets-align1\">Look at your impact assessment for places where staff skills and your change targets align.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-identify-areas-where-staff-training-is-required1\">Identify areas where staff training is required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-schedule-training-sessions1\">Schedule training sessions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-monitor-progress1\">Monitor progress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-check-in-with-staff-frequently-to-support-them-through-training1\">Check in with staff frequently to support them through training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s also important to understand the barriers to staff development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Schools are a high-pressure environment, with teachers juggling larger workloads than ever before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/642b519efbe620000c17db94\/Working_lives_of_teachers_and_leaders_-_wave_1_-_core_report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2023 study<\/a> conducted by the UK government on the working lives of teachers and leaders found that high workloads were a major barrier to training and development.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"642\" data-attachment-id=\"15332\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/image-28\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png?fit=825%2C655&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"825,655\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png?fit=809%2C642&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png?resize=809%2C642&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15332\" style=\"width:719px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png?w=825&amp;ssl=1 825w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png?resize=300%2C238&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png?resize=768%2C610&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png?resize=810%2C643&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image.png?resize=378%2C300&amp;ssl=1 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/642b519efbe620000c17db94\/Working_lives_of_teachers_and_leaders_-_wave_1_-_core_report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Assets Publishing Service<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">To implement change, staff need to be onboard. Things like technological, curriculum, and policy change require staff training and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You see the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">If your staff don\u2019t have the time to train and develop, you simply cannot expect to implement large and technically challenging changes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">There is no one-size-fits-all solution to this problem. High workloads and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/05\/29\/strategies-for-mental-health-awareness-in-education\/\">mental health<\/a> burnout can have numerous causes, from understaffing to budget cuts to post-pandemic stressors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Setting aside adequate time, being flexible around staff needs, making training a priority, and offering incentives for engagement can help facilitate training and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-gather-quantitative-data\">Gather quantitative data<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Data analysis is a powerful tool to monitor progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Quantitative data like test scores, grades, graduation rates, attendance rates, and student-to-teacher ratios can help you see the impact of your changes and keep you on track to hit your targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can gather this data through school management systems and teacher assessments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-gather-qualitative-data\">Gather qualitative data<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quantitative data isn\u2019t the only way to monitor progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">A great way to assess the success of your change management plan is by checking in with the people it affects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can do this by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-communicating-your-willingness-to-listen1\">Communicating your willingness to listen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-holding-regular-meetings-with-staff-and-parents1\">Holding regular meetings with staff and parents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-checking-your-online-discussion-forums-regularly1\">Checking your online discussion forums regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-being-responsive1\">Being responsive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">If there are problems, your people will let you know. You can assess your successes and failures to further improve your change management plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Gathering feedback also works toward your communication strategy. You\u2019re giving stakeholders a voice in your plans for change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-successfully-implementing-change-management-in-schools\">Successfully implementing change management in schools<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"809\" height=\"539\" data-attachment-id=\"15337\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/blog.quickschools.com\/2024\/07\/23\/how-to-successfully-implement-change-management-in-schools\/image-33\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?fit=1125%2C750&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1125,750\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?fit=809%2C540&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?resize=809%2C539&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Free Photography of People Graduating Stock Photo\" class=\"wp-image-15337\" style=\"width:654px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?w=1125&amp;ssl=1 1125w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?resize=810%2C540&amp;ssl=1 810w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.quickschools.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-3.jpeg?resize=450%2C300&amp;ssl=1 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 809px) 100vw, 809px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source:&nbsp;Pexels\/ Emily Ranquist<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free to use image sourced from Pexels<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Change is inevitable, and schools need to keep up with an ever-shifting world to give students and teachers the best chance at success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But change comes with challenges.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">With proper preparation and planning, you can overcome any challenge that impedes vital change to your institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify wp-block-paragraph\">Following our practical guide will help you utilize evidence, communication, and monitoring to create a comprehensive change management plan that results in positive outcomes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Making organizational changes in schools can be challenging. Education comes with high stakes, with parents and teachers invested in giving children the very best start in life. Education is important, and change can risk disrupting the fragile path of a student\u2019s growth. Change is also vital to progress. 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