This article introduces a conversation with Brett Peiser, named chief executive officer of "Uncommon Schools" in July of 2012, along with the principal of North Star Academy Vailsburg Middle School, a charter school in Newark, New Jersey's West Ward. There is no doubt that "Uncommon Schools" has given thousands of low-income…

New Jersey's community colleges started in the late 1960s in the more populous, relatively well-financed counties. Of the original group of faculty members, many were drawn from high schools with several years of teaching experience, others had practical business experience in their field of expertise, and still others were recruited out of…

Examines how school financial policies affect economic incentives and working conditions for teachers and how these policies might serve to make the teaching profession more attractive to new and experienced teachers. Particular consideration is given to the California public school system. (DR)