Public Engagement for Public Education: Joining Forces to Revitalize Democracy and Equalize Schools
"Public Engagement for Public Educationadds energy and real-world detail to the national conversation on what we mean by the 'public' in public education. It counters the often unspoken individualism underpinning many education reform proposals and effectively addresses long-standing, persistent, and powerful inequalities in American education."—Scott F. Abernathy, University of Minnesota"This book adds critical insight on the ways parents and community members can and must work together to demand schools that provide a quality education for every child."—Marian Wright Edelman, President, Children's Defense Fund"This book brings a needed spotlight to the vital topic of public engagement and school improvement. Marion Orr and John Rogers have brought together a sterling collection by a sterling group of contributors. They provide a close examination of the problem of unequal voice and how to think about the possibilities of change."—Clarence Stone, George Washington University"This thoughtful work broadens and deepens the conversation on family and community involvement in schools. It extends the discussion to the macro-level to explore how such engagement can influence policy and the equitable allocation of resources. No other book addresses public engagement in education as successfully."—Mavis G. Sanders, Johns Hopkins University