You have to engage them in identifying what they need, as his faculty did with the reading initiative, and make sure they are involved in designing solutions to the challenges. Sometimes, you have to go slow to go fast. The months spent in selecting a reading program, for example, meant that everyone was on board and that the implementation could go smoothly and quickly. Second, you have to let people own the program and the process. If people feel responsible for their program and their learning, they can't help but succeed.
Teachers make curriculum decisions and look for better ways of doing things.
The spirit of this academic community is that everyone pitches in if it's to help kids. Rather than withhold this important resource, teachers came in on a Saturday to process those books and get them in circulation. Instead of months, they were ready in a few days. Finally, you have to keep communication open, informal and productive. It's informal and anyone can join in.