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Ravitch, Diane, Ed.; Viteritti, Joseph P., Ed. – 2000
This book presents a collection of essays by researchers and educators that examine the largest school system in the U.S.--the New York City school system. There are 5 parts with 15 chapters. Part 1, "Education in the City," includes: (1) "Schooling in New York City: The Socioeconomic Context" (Emanuel Tobier) and (2)…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Black Education, Black Students, Catholic Schools
Wulf, Steve; And Others – Time, 1997
Highlighting three exemplary schools, Steve Lacayo defines a good school as a visionary community of parents, teachers, and students. Afterschool programs, accessible technology, small classes, and improved teacher training are essential ingredients. Other articles discuss related issues: vouchers, standards, the phonics/whole-language debate,…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, After School Programs, Bureaucracy, Class Size