The document describes a collaborative decision-making model adopted by three California schools between 1990 and 2004. The model involved shared governance between teachers, staff, parents, and administrators. Key features included binding agreements, a focus on student achievement, extensive training, and administrative facilitation. The schools experienced increased test scores, decreased suspensions, and reversals when the model was removed. The process involved leadership councils, task forces, training, and stakeholder meetings. Benefits included improved culture and student outcomes, while drawbacks included some inefficiency and vulnerability to changes in leadership.