Phi Delta Kappan, v93 n3 p8-14 Nov 2011
Abstract: In
Newark, N.J. the Broader, Bolder Approach (BBA) reform plan is
developing a comprehensive school reform strategy. Operating in seven
schools in Newark's Central Ward, BBA has introduced school-based
interventions that are responsive to the issues and challenges. Through
these interventions, social services, and a concerted effort to increase
civic engagement, BBA is working to ensure that environmental hardships
related to poverty don't undermine efforts to transform schools.
Newark, N.J. the Broader, Bolder Approach (BBA) reform plan is
developing a comprehensive school reform strategy. Operating in seven
schools in Newark's Central Ward, BBA has introduced school-based
interventions that are responsive to the issues and challenges. Through
these interventions, social services, and a concerted effort to increase
civic engagement, BBA is working to ensure that environmental hardships
related to poverty don't undermine efforts to transform schools.
