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Navigating educational change successfully relies on effective change management strategies, essential for fostering innovation and improving student outcomes in the dynamic education landscape. Educators face numerous challenges when implementing changes, from resistance to uncertainty. Education leaders can employ strategic approaches to navigate these challenges and drive meaningful transformation. Let’s explore three key strategies for successfully managing change in schools and districts.

In the wake of the ongoing school employment challenges that began with the changes forced on schools by the COVID-19 pandemic, the education sector has been grappling with significant shortages of teachers and administrators. This dilemma, often referred to as “The Great Resignation,” has further exacerbated the learning and learning-loss obstacles experienced by students. Amidst these difficulties, districts increasingly turn to innovative ways to help increase teacher supply, and one key strategy for cultivating well-prepared future teachers is the focus on “Grow Your Own” initiatives. This article explores the intersection of teacher shortages, teacher development, and the role of simulations in preparing educators for the evolving demands of their roles.

Atlanta Public Schools (APS) is dedicated to cultivating leaders who embody excellence, equity, and a steadfast commitment to student success. Success in Atlanta Public Schools necessitates the realization of a vision for school communities where students, families, and staff collaborate to establish a dynamic school culture crafted to guarantee the thriving of everyone within that community. In these classrooms, every child actively engages in compelling, challenging, and culturally/linguistically responsive learning daily. Additionally, the schools serve as hubs of learning that nurture a feeling of belonging, inclusion, and appreciation.