Making Schools Work

by Alex Haley

First published 2025

Alex Haley, a young teacher with bold ideas, takes a job at a struggling inner-city school. Facing crumbling facilities, disengaged students, and a resistant administration, Haley must overcome daunting odds to implement his innovative curriculum. As he battles bureaucracy and skepticism, Haley's unorthodox teaching methods spark a transformation, igniting the curiosity and passion of his students. In the face of setbacks and resistance, Haley's unwavering commitment to his students' success drives him to challenge the status quo and redefine what's possible in education.

Genres: fiction, school, education, academic

Vibes: emotional, inspirational, thought-provoking

Tropes: against-the-odds, underdog

158 pages · Paperback · Me Foster Publishing

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