Action plan

Give teachers a sense of what to expect over the next few years.

Without a roadmap, teachers feel lost. When this happens during the initial phase of change, the lack of direction leads to numerous false starts. Avoid these traps and work toward continued progress with a multi-year plan. The plan should include measurable, actionable first steps to demonstrate immediate gains for the team.

Questions to consider:

• Where do we hope to be in one year? Two? Five?

• Who will be involved, and at what stage of the timeline?

• What systems are in place to act on progress and results?

• Beyond major milestones, when will teachers have time on an ongoing basis?

Include in your action plan how and when you will communicate with your team regarding milestones, risks, next steps, progress.