Superintendent/
District Leader
Holding the ultimate responsibility for an impactful school funding investment is a significant weight to carry, and aligning facility design with educator understanding is key.
Perhaps one of the examples below aligns with your unique situation?
Looking to start planning processes with long-term success in mind
We're beginning to think about the planning process for updating our facilities. I have some ideas about who should be involved, but since it is early, it feels like time is on our side. I want our stakeholders to know we're carefully considering every opportunity to make decisions bringing long-term benefits.
Perspective
Hurdles/Questions they may be thinking
- We plan to hire a qualified design partner with a lot school experience. Will this help ensure we’re making good decisions?
- How can my organization’s strategic plan fit into the implementation approach of our new learning environments?
- If we build new space supporting evolved instructional methods, will the excitement motivate our teachers in the future-focused direction we’re hoping for?
Solutions
- If you’re early in the process, let’s discuss how to engage key players now to help shape big ideas and navigate the realities of implementation. Design processes can move swiftly, and our research shows that trying to make decisions requiring instructional shifts during these fast-paced phases often jeopardizes intended outcomes. We can help you build the right team of changemakers and equip them with the information needed to drive your organizational vision forward.
Services
- Organization snapshot
- Navigating Change in Learning Environments certificate program (Coming soon)
- Change readiness assessment
Thinking ahead and hoping to bring engaging learning to every student
My team has big ideas about how new and improved facilities can positively impact both student and staff experiences. Our kids and teachers deserve the very best, and we’re committed to creating environments that prepare them for the future through engaged learning.
Perspective
Hurdles/Questions they may be thinking
- This is big opportunity for us to support a shift in instructional approach, but we’re still working through it. Can we iron out the details as we get closer to opening these new facilities?
- What can we learn from others who have made these decisions? I see great examples of new school facilities in my region, but I’m curious about how well they’re working after being used.
- I need to ensure I don’t lose teachers in this process – retention is key and I don’t want to overwhelm them.
Solutions
- Excitement is a powerful catalyst for positive change. Let’s discuss how you can harness that energy to navigate the ripple effects of big ideas, especially when staff have varying levels of readiness. We can share research on common factors that can stall momentum and show you how to use the critical time before moving into a new facility to lay the groundwork for success.
Services
- Organization snapshot
- Bold statement exploration
- Activity cards & educational building blocks
Seeing new spaces not being used to their fullest potential
We’ve invested a significant amount in these buildings, but our staff isn’t using them as we envisioned. They seem frustrated, and we’re noticing the same instructional styles being used, just in a nicer-looking space.
Perspective
Hurdles/Questions they may be thinking
- I’m not sure why they don’t seem to value the new space? Did we do something wrong?
- Is it too late to shift to what we envisioned within classrooms and flexible spaces?
Solutions
- What you’re experiencing is quite common. Let’s explore how to meet staff where they are as we navigate the shifts in building culture and climate necessary for success. With this foundational understanding, assumptions can be unlearned as we chart a new course.
Services
- Facility Design Audit
- Building-level culture & climate benchmarking
- Learning beliefs
- Paced action plans
I’m intrigued with this approach but have a unique situation or topic.
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Drop us a line and explain your unique situation, we’d love to learn more about your organization and brainstorm what solutions and tools can provide valuable support.