Descriptor
| Academic Achievement | 1 |
| Educational Change | 1 |
| Educational Improvement | 1 |
| Elementary Secondary Education | 1 |
| Poverty | 1 |
| School Districts | 1 |
| Urban Schools | 1 |
Source
Author
| Ross, Steven M. | 1 |
Publication Type
| Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Download full textRoss, Steven M. – 2001
This paper reviews historical events concerning Memphis City Schools' educational attainments and reports research on changes in schools and in this high poverty district over time. In 1992, the new superintendent focused on improving student achievement and initiated site-based management. Critical partnerships were formed, and in 1995, New…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Educational Change, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education
