THE ENHANCEMENT OF HAPPY ORGANIZATION IN SCHOOLS IN THE KHAM LAI–DON YAI SCHOOL NETWORK UNDER THE UBON RATCHATHANI PRIMARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICE AREA OFFICE 3

Abstract

This research aimed to: 1) examine the current and desirable conditions of a happy organization within educational institutions, and 2) investigate recommendations and guidelines for strengthening happy organizations in educational settings. The population consisted of school administrators and teachers from ten schools within the Kham Lai–Don Yai Educational Network during the 2025 academic year, totaling 128 participants, including 10 school administrators and 118 teachers. The research instrument was a questionnaire with an Index of Item-Objective Congruence (IOC) of 1.00 for all items. For the assessment of current conditions, item discrimination indices ranged from .491 to .760, with a reliability coefficient of .97. For the assessment of desirable conditions, item discrimination indices ranged from .440 to .836, with a reliability coefficient of .98. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and content analysis.

The findings revealed that: 1) the overall current condition of happy organizations in educational institutions was at a high level  (μ = 3.51, σ = .726), whereas the desirable condition was at the highest level (μ = 4.51, σ = .485); and 2) to strengthen happy organizations within educational institutions, administrators should systematically promote the well-being and quality of work life of teachers and personnel by establishing mental health support systems and providing channels for open communication and feedback. In addition, morale and motivation should be enhanced through recognition and commendation programs. Continuous professional development should be encouraged through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), training programs, and educational study visits. Educational institutions should also support innovation in professional practice and foster positive relationships among teachers, staff, parents, and the community. Such initiatives can strengthen organizational commitment and contribute to greater effectiveness and efficiency in work performance.