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and we have recognized great degree of autonomy (Fullan, 2008). and improvements for the benefit of
success in doing so. Most importantly, Over the last 3 years as we initiated every student and staff member in our
the Six Step Process starts with “why” this approach in our school, we moved school.
and each team develops a vision to from 0% staff volunteering on teams In conclusion, leaders need to
approach the concern. to 35% of our staff working together. recognize the impact they can have
The work that the teams perform on a school’s vision and how with
is highlighted publicly at Board purpose; educational goals are fluid,
Step 5: Celebrate the of Education meetings and other inspirational, transformational and
Successes community events, and we celebrate meant to be celebrated. Developing
together as a staff to recognize and
Successful change in a school culture appreciate our collective efforts and a vision, pursuing that vision and
creating school-based visionary teams
is grounded in intrinsic motivation, success. The involved staff have a will keep your school centered on the
which is about purpose, capacity, sense of autonomy and purpose, and “why” and its purpose.
working with others, and having a they are now the catalysts of change

Resources
References
Fullan, M. (2011). The Six Secrets of Change. Wiley.

Shallenberger, S. (2015). Becoming Your Best. McGraw Hill.
Shallenberger, S., & Shallenberger, R. (2019). Start With the Vision.
Sinek, S. (2009). Start With Why. Penguin US.

About the Author
Dr. Jeanene Dutt is the Principal of North Warren Regional School District in Blairstown, NJ. Prior to
assuming her role at North Warren she was the Principal of Lopatcong Township Middle School as
well as a Curriculum Director in the Phillipsburg School District. She earned her M.Ed. in Educational
Administration at East Stroudsburg University and her Ed.D. at Centenary University. Dr. Dutt also
serves as a mentor in the New Jersey Leaders to Leaders program, is a member of the Council for the
New Jersey Principal and Supervisors Association and is the president of the Warren County Principal
and Supervisors Association. She is also a Certified Trainer and Coach for Becoming Your Best Global
Leadership. She can be found on Twitter @JDutt23

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