Examines current and emerging challenges across educational contexts. Focuses on building capacity for transformative leaders. Emphasizes three main areas related to leading change: developing a greater understanding of models for leading local and educational district change initiatives; developing leadership capability, including mentoring and coaching; and developing shared and collaborative leadership models. Explores potential supports and constraints, moving beyond the traditional paradigms, structures, policies, and practices. Offers direct application to school settings as students apply concepts to their practice of leading change.