1. Introduction: Recapturing the Essence of Schools.

A FRAMEWORK FOR RENEWING SCHOOLS.

2. The Covenant: Establishing Common Principles of Teaching and Learning.

3. The Charter: Understanding How Decisions Are Made.

4. The Critical Study Process: Making the Most of Important Information.

THE WORK OF SCHOOL RENEWAL.

5. Educational Tasks and Organizational Readiness.

6. Becoming an Educative Community.

7. Dealing with Tough Questions of Practice.

8. Supporting School Renewal: The District's Role.

9. Common Dilemmas of Good Schools.

10. Conclusion: Staying the Course.

Appendix A: Foxfire Core Practices.

Appendix B: Sample Charter of Democratic Governance.

Appendix C: The Peakview School Charter.

Appendix D: Georgia Schools for the Future Program: Invitational Policy.