In this article I discuss the demographic shifts that have occurred in the United States, which have disrupted the traditional school environment. I contend that the changes have been so drastic that students who were once called traditional are now seldom seen in the school environment; whereas students once viewed nontraditional are becoming the norm. The implication is that school reform efforts should reflect the new traditional students seen in schools. The community school model is suggested as a comprehensive school reform measure. I conclude by discussing the importance of having school leaders who are equipped to lead community schools if they are to be effective at increasing student achievement. (Contains 1 figure.)