The Promise of Collective Leadership

A framework to reflect, elevate, and value leadership

In an age of burnout, school leaders must share power. Authors Stacey Schultz and Patrice E. Fenton offer a practical guide to collective leadership, showing how to include teachers, students, and families as vital team members. This human-centred process helps leaders build trust, increase teacher retention, and initiate, sustain, and reap the benefits of positive outcomes through strong, collaborative leadership.

K–12 administrators, teacher leaders, and curriculum instructors can use this book to:

• Reorient their leadership style to promote collaborative innovation and group solutions
• Promote agency, accountability, and active contributions among all teammates
• Assign clear roles and tasks that capitalise on team members’ strengths and knowledge
• Build a culture of authenticity and belonging among students, teachers, and families
• Share personal knowledge and experience to empower colleagues and encourage growth