"This book demonstrates the strengths of case studies when they are put together with care and imagination; in this instance, the cases are done in ways that make them particularly compelling. They incorporate a variety of perspectives, make us aware of the human, emotional side of change, and are well constructed; combined with the thoughtful observations made by Rebecca Barr and Marilyn Bizar, they stimulate thought and generate ideas, ideas that can lead to productive research and more effective practice."—Dan C. LortieProfessor Emeritus, University of Chicago; From the Foreword"I found the cases studies effective for generating class discussion about important urban school issues. I recommend the book for use in classes focusing on urban schools and on school reform."—Joel SpringNew School University

• Contents: D.C. Lortie, Foreword. Preface. Part I: R. Barr, M. Bizar,Conceptualizing Leadership in the Context of School Reform.Part II:The Response of Schools to the Initial Years of Reform.M. Bizar, Reform at Jackson Elementary: Transition to Site-Based Management. K.L. Morris, J.C. Fischer, The Chicago School Reform at Maria Saucedo Scholastic Academy. Part III:Tensions Between the Local School Council and the Principal.N. Hobbs, Field of Dreams. P. Leki, Yeah Yeah Boo Boo. Part IV:Reform as an Opportunity for Creating Responsive Instruction.M. Maraldi, Washington Irving School: Its Development and Change. P. Mueller, La Lucha Continua: Teachers Engaged in the Struggle Over Ideas and Authority. Part V:New Beginnings: Making Changes in High School Instruction and Learning.D.M. Ogle, K. Hunter, Developing Leadership in Literacy at Amundsen High School: A Case Study of Change. S. Zemelman, The Best Practice High School: Creating a New Small School in a Big City. Part VI: R. Barr, M. Bizar,Insights Into Leadership During Times of School Reform.

"This book demonstrates the strengths of case studies when they are put together with care and imagination; in this instance, the cases are done in ways that make them particularly compelling. They incorporate a variety of perspectives, make us aware of the human, emotional side of change, and are well constructed; combined with the thoughtful observations made by Rebecca Barr and Marilyn Bizar, they stimulate thought and generate ideas, ideas that can lead to productive research and more effective practice."—Dan C. LortieProfessor Emeritus, University of Chicago; From the Foreword"I found the cases studies effective for generating class discussion about important urban school issues. I recommend the book for use in classes focusing on urban schools and on school reform."—Joel SpringNew School University

• Contents: D.C. Lortie, Foreword. Preface. Part I: R. Barr, M. Bizar,Conceptualizing Leadership in the Context of School Reform.Part II:The Response of Schools to the Initial Years of Reform.M. Bizar, Reform at Jackson Elementary: Transition to Site-Based Management. K.L. Morris, J.C. Fischer, The Chicago School Reform at Maria Saucedo Scholastic Academy. Part III:Tensions Between the Local School Council and the Principal.N. Hobbs, Field of Dreams. P. Leki, Yeah Yeah Boo Boo. Part IV:Reform as an Opportunity for Creating Responsive Instruction.M. Maraldi, Washington Irving School: Its Development and Change. P. Mueller, La Lucha Continua: Teachers Engaged in the Struggle Over Ideas and Authority. Part V:New Beginnings: Making Changes in High School Instruction and Learning.D.M. Ogle, K. Hunter, Developing Leadership in Literacy at Amundsen High School: A Case Study of Change. S. Zemelman, The Best Practice High School: Creating a New Small School in a Big City. Part VI: R. Barr, M. Bizar,Insights Into Leadership During Times of School Reform.

"This book demonstrates the strengths of case studies when they are put together with care and imagination; in this instance, the cases are done in ways that make them particularly compelling. They incorporate a variety of perspectives, make us aware of the human, emotional side of change, and are well constructed; combined with the thoughtful observations made by Rebecca Barr and Marilyn Bizar, they stimulate thought and generate ideas, ideas that can lead to productive research and more effective practice."—Dan C. LortieProfessor Emeritus, University of Chicago; From the Foreword"I found the cases studies effective for generating class discussion about important urban school issues. I recommend the book for use in classes focusing on urban schools and on school reform."—Joel SpringNew School University

• Contents: D.C. Lortie, Foreword. Preface. Part I: R. Barr, M. Bizar,Conceptualizing Leadership in the Context of School Reform.Part II:The Response of Schools to the Initial Years of Reform.M. Bizar, Reform at Jackson Elementary: Transition to Site-Based Management. K.L. Morris, J.C. Fischer, The Chicago School Reform at Maria Saucedo Scholastic Academy. Part III:Tensions Between the Local School Council and the Principal.N. Hobbs, Field of Dreams. P. Leki, Yeah Yeah Boo Boo. Part IV:Reform as an Opportunity for Creating Responsive Instruction.M. Maraldi, Washington Irving School: Its Development and Change. P. Mueller, La Lucha Continua: Teachers Engaged in the Struggle Over Ideas and Authority. Part V:New Beginnings: Making Changes in High School Instruction and Learning.D.M. Ogle, K. Hunter, Developing Leadership in Literacy at Amundsen High School: A Case Study of Change. S. Zemelman, The Best Practice High School: Creating a New Small School in a Big City. Part VI: R. Barr, M. Bizar,Insights Into Leadership During Times of School Reform.