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Ultimate Guide to Change Management in K-12 Schools

5 Ways to Promote Staff Ownership (Not Just Buy-In) in Strategic Initiatives

Featuring insights from Eric Sheninger, best-selling author and founder of AspireChangeEDU

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Everyone loves talking about the why behind school improvement.

But in 2025, educators want something more concrete:
How will this change help my students — and how will it affect me in my role?

This free guide explores how K–12 leaders can build ownership (not just buy-in) for important strategic initiatives — and avoid the costly pitfalls of failed change management.

“If you want real results, your staff can’t just
understand the change —they have to own it.”

— Eric Sheninger, AspireChangeEDU founder
and author of Digital Leadership

You’ll explore 5 practical strategies school leaders can use to:

  • Avoid top-down mandates that alienate staff
  • Create psychological safety during times of change
  • Build collaborative ownership through vision and voice
  • Align expectations with coaching and capacity-building
  • Maintain momentum through feedback and quick wins

We hope this free guide helps you ignite real change in your district — and grow a stronger, more engaged team in the process.

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