Leading Change Through Engagement.

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Title: Leading Change Through Engagement.
Authors: LAW, DAVID David.Law@minnetonkaschools.org
Source: School Administrator. Apr2026, Vol. 83 Issue 4, p40-40. 1p.
Subject Terms: *School superintendents, *School districts, *Group decision making, *Community involvement, *Meetings, Organizational change, Collective action
Geographic Terms: Minnetonka (Minn.)
Abstract: The article focuses on the superintendent’s efforts to improve school district planning in Minnetonka by fostering inclusive collaboration between the school board and the superintendent’s cabinet. Initially, the annual board retreat was seen as unproductive, with both groups feeling excluded from meaningful decision-making. Through changes such as rescheduling the retreat, conducting pre-meetings to identify priorities, and involving mixed groups of board and cabinet members in planning, the process evolved to promote shared ownership and clearer district priorities. Over ten years, this inclusive approach, supported by data and community input, has enhanced alignment with the district’s mission and led to significant systemwide improvements. [Extracted from the article]
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