Bookshelf
Welcome to the Founders Library Bookshelf!
We have many wonderful historical documents in our collections, but there are more resources available from our dear pioneers. Read these exciting true stories from those who were there!
Below are a handful of books written by charter school founders. Follow the links below to learn where to purchase these resources.
The Evolution & Revolution of DC Charter Schools: A Transformation of Public Education In Washington, DC
Zero Chance of Passage: The Pioneering Charter School Story
Available as Audiobook and eBook
The Founders: Inside the Revolution to Invent and Reinvent America’s Best Charter Schools
Charter Schools in Action: Renewing Public Education
Hit the Drum: An Insider's Account of How the Charter School Idea Became a National Movement
Sarah Tantillo
Getting to Bartlett Street: Our 25-Year Quest to Level the Playing Field in Education
Joe & Carol Reich
A Light Shines in Harlem
Mary C. Bounds
More Ways to Get Involved!
Give
Chip in with a gift of $30 or more to celebrate 30 years of charter schools to advance the library's work for the movement.
Gather
Preserve founding stories by contributing photos, materials, and recorded interviews of founders to the library.
Share
Spread the word! Share the charter schools story to inspire others to achieve more for kids.
