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Direct linkMediratta, Kavitha; Shah, Seema; McAlister, Sara – Harvard Education Press, 2009
In cities across America, community organizations are taking up the cause of public school reform. Their efforts are radically transforming the role of young people, parents, and community members in public education. As the results of their campaigns become more visible, community groups are igniting interest and gaining support among education…
Descriptors: School Restructuring, Educational Objectives, Outcomes of Education, Educational Change
Download full textMediratta, Kavitha; Fruchter, Norm; Lewis, Anne C. – 2002
This report examines the work of 66 community groups organizing to improve public education in low-performing schools and districts. These largely local, community-based organizations focus on engaging public school parents, low-income families, and students in school improvement efforts. Their goals are to build political power and to challenge…
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Community Organizations, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education
