Overview
In our current education system too many high school studentswind up with too few choices. Students are locked into what isdecided for them by a broken system. Too often, they are handed adiploma that holds an empty promise. This practical field book isfilled with effective tools from The Education Trust–West.Diploma Matters helps school leaders and teachers examine thecurrent high school experience and develop a detailed action planthat will transform curriculum and ensure that all students areready for college and the workplace.
"This is a book for practitioners who have seen it all. LindaMurray captures in a straight-forward way the nuts and bolts of howto do the work of reform. Linda, who was an extraordinarysuperintendent, proves to be a captivating storyteller."—PeterJ. Negroni, senior vice president, College Board
"This is a story worth reading, including the specificimplications for schools and districts nationwide."—Michael W.Kirst, emeritus professor of Education and Business Administration,Stanford University; president, California State Board ofEducation; author, Political Dynamics Of American Education
"This book is a definitive 'how to' for effective, meaningful,and lasting school reform." —Kathy Burkhard, former president,San Jose Teachers' Association
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