"Just Schools" by Dr. Ann M. Ishimaru examines how schools can achieve educational equity through collaborative leadership and actively involving historically marginalized families and communities in the decision-making process. Dr. Ishimaru's book emphasizes the importance of rethinking traditional power dynamics and transforming approaches to family engagement to create more inclusive and effective educational systems. The reading guide was developed by Region 16 Professional Book Studies facilitators Dr. Melia LaCour and John Lenssen. This guide allows book study participants to replicate the deep, collaborative learning from the series within their own networks and communities. This guide includes: (1) A note from the author of Just Schools, Dr. Ann M. Ishimaru; (2) Community Agreements; (3) Core themes for each chapter; (4) Key terms and definitions for each chapter; and (5) Quotes and probing discussion questions for each chapter. Dialogue and reflection in community are important ways to make meaning and deepen engagement with the text. The guide provides prompts and group activities to support readers as they discuss each chapter.