Provides firsthand perspectives from yoga practitioners and educators on the promises and challenges of school-based yoga programs.

Provides insights into university partnerships with urban schools.

An in-depth look at the creative writing practices of nine Chicago youths.

A look at Nativity schools, alternative middle schools that have had great success educating at-risk, urban students.

Teachers, community activists, and parents acknowledge and applaud democratic educational systems that establish partnerships between universities and the urban communities they serve.

Summarizes findings of a long-term study of math and science education reforms in Chicago, El Paso, Memphis, and Miami.

Explores the intersection of two central issues in American education today: school reform through restructuring and alienation from school of many children of color. A tough look at the impact of teachers' and administrators' beliefs and practices.

Shows that cities can be revitalized by attracting and retaining the middle class through schools and housing programs.