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My innovation plan aims to shift from traditional physical notebooks to digital portfolios for our school's Leadership notebooks. These Leadership notebooks provide students with a platform to set and track their goals, create a personal mission statement, and showcase their achievements in core subjects, as well as in areas like art, music, and physical education. By transitioning to ePortfolios, we can overcome the challenges teachers face in finding time and storage space for maintaining these notebooks, while also enhancing the functionality and advantages of our Leadership notebooks for students. Currently, we use these notebooks to document learning, but by adopting digital portfolios, we can also facilitate the generation of students' learning experiences. 

But how can I get my campus administrators and fellow teachers to visualize and buy into the benefits of my innovation plan?

In the book Influencer: The New Science of Leading Change, the authors emphasize that the power of influence can enact change through several key principles, however the first step is to start with the heart. 

Influence is a powerful catalyst for change for a variety of reasons. First, it helps shape perspectives by shifting mindsets and attitudes. When respected individuals or groups advocate for change, they inspire others to see new possibilities and embrace different approaches. Additionally, influence fosters collaboration and communication, creating a sense of shared vision among stakeholders. This consensus is crucial for gaining buy-in and support for new initiatives.