Born to Rise: A Story of Children and Teachers Reaching Their Highest Potential

“Parents and principals trying to understand what makes successful schools work ought to read Born to Rise.” — New York Times

The inspiring account of Deborah Kenny’s pursuit of social justice for our nation’s most vulnerable children. Part memoir, part manifesto, it is a hopeful and practical exposition of what it takes to transform schools and create organizations where the staff lights up with entrepreneurial drive.

Students enter Harlem Village Academies, the network of charter schools K...