Taking charge of high school reform: the Breakthrough High Schools project studied 30 high schools that are raising achievement, increasing graduation rates and preparing students for college and work

Leadership, March-April, 2005 by Gerald N. Tirozzi

The publication, however, is only the first step in the work to be done. It is incumbent upon us to lead in engaging local and federal policymakers, business entities and educators at the elementary and postsecondary levels in the dialogues that will ensure that every high school has the expertise and the resources to become a top-quality, student-centered high school.

Gerald N. Tirozzi is executive director of the National Association of Secondary School Principals.