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Book Synopsis: In Districts That Succeed, long-time education writer Karin Chenoweth turns her attention from effective schools to effective districts. Leveraging new, cutting-edge national research on district performance as well as in-depth reporting, Chenoweth profiles five districts that have successfully broken the correlation between race, poverty, and achievement. Focusing on high performing or rapidly improving districts that serve children of color and children from low-income backgrounds, the book explores the common elements that have led to the districts’ successes, including leadership, processes, and systems. Districts That Succeed reveals that helping more students achieve is not a matter of adopting a program or practice. Rather, it requires developing a district-wide culture where all adults feel responsible for the academic well-being of students and adopt systems and processes that support that culture. Chenoweth explores how districts, from urban Chicago, Illinois to rural Seaford, Delaware, have organized themselves to look at data to guide improvement. Her research highlights the essential role of districts in closing achievement gaps and illustrates how successful outliers can serve as resources for other districts. With important lessons for district leaders and policy makers alike, Chenoweth offers the hard-won wisdom of educators who understand the power of schools to, as one superintendent says, “change the path of poverty.”
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Looking to break the cycle of race, poverty, and achievement in our schools? Look no further than Districts That Succeed, a groundbreaking book by renowned education writer Karin Chenoweth. This eye-opening work takes an in-depth look at five districts that have defied the odds and achieved remarkable success in serving children of color and children from low-income backgrounds. Through careful research and reporting, Chenoweth uncovers the key factors that have led to their accomplishments.
What sets these districts apart is not just their individual programs or practices, but their focus on developing a district-wide culture of academic excellence. In Districts That Succeed, Chenoweth explores the leadership, processes, and systems that have been instrumental in these districts' achievements. From large urban districts like Chicago to small rural communities like Seaford, these districts have harnessed the power of data to guide their improvement efforts.
By adopting a holistic approach to education, these districts have demonstrated that every adult in the system plays a crucial role in the academic success of their students. District-wide collaboration and a shared responsibility for student well-being create an environment where all students can thrive. Chenoweth's research not only showcases the potential of these districts but also offers valuable insights for district leaders and policymakers seeking to close the achievement gap.
If you're ready to transform your district and make a real difference in the lives of your students, Districts That Succeed is a must-read. Gain inspiration and practical wisdom from the experiences of these successful districts and discover how you can change the path of poverty in your own community.
Ready to take the first step towards district-wide success? Click here to learn more about Districts That Succeed and start your journey towards transforming education for all students.
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