"This is a thought-provoking book for school improvement teams and high school faculties to use in jump-starting their school reform. Many popular myths are debunked and out-of-the-box thinking will challenge current paradigms in education."

Kelly VanLaeken, Principal

Ruben A. Cirillo High School, Walworth, NY

"Electrifying. Addresses the reasons why the graduation rate in the United States has declined over the years and explains how this injustice to students can and must be rectified."

Belinda J. Raines, Principal

Northwestern High School, Detroit, MI

"This book offers specific strategies for enhancing the probability that students will fulfill graduation requirements and attain the necessary skills to be successful in life. More importantly, the book captures the essence of what every student needs in order to reach these successful outcomes: To feel connected and valued."

John Rice, Director of Science, and Technology Education

North Syracuse Central School District, NY

"Ben Levin's book is a positive and convincing call to action for every teacher, principal, superintendent, and school board member who wants to make high schools better for learners."

Canadian Education Association, Vo1 52 No. 4, Fall 2012

Education Canada