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Foreword by James P. Comer and Norris M. Haynes
"The central message for me is that a principal of uncompromising integrity and courage and love can make a profound difference in the life of a school."
–Roland S. Barth, Harvard University
"Quint has done a valuable service in describing one effort to make school a good place for kids who live on the dangerous margin of society."
–The Washington Post
"Sharon Quint has written a remarkable book that speaks to the mind, heart, and hand. . . . A must read!"
–Thomas Sergiovanni, Trinity University
"The most poignant, beautifully written, instructive book I have read in years."
–Seymour Sarason, Yale University
"Exposes the depth of the problems these children face, but also illuminates the positive results that educators, community groups, parents, and others were able to achieve by working together."
–Joan Alker, Family USA Foundation
