Failing to mention that KIPP schools have a selective admission policy, unlike the schools their students have left, is a major problem with this story.

Why does it read like advertizing copy? The book excerpt is short and inadequate for the subject.

The book excerpt is a story type I wish I saw more in news. As exemplified by this piece, it's capable of serving as a legitimate special report, adhering to the same standards of good journalism as, say, a feature news story. Here, Jay Mattews gives an informative, well-explained overview of the founders of KIPP.

This is a very short article on a very difficult set of issues. Is the base issue motivating teachers and administrators or changing the test. One main issue with business is short time reviews. It seems this problem also involves testing.

This book excerpt describes a program that has been very successful at helping at-risk youth succeed in inner city schools. Interesting read.

Interesting report on KIPP, a nonprofit program to help students from low-income families become better learners. This short book excerpt suggests that low-income students can 'achieve just as much as affluent suburban kids if given enthusiastic and focused teachers.' Informative overview, with helpful context about this issue. However, no independent sources are cited, which would have helped evaluate the points made in this piece.

It is fair and in depth