This title provides an inspiring look at how real-world educators are creating schools where all students are able to thrive. In these schools, educators understand that equity is not about treating all children the same. They are deeply committed to ensuring that each student receives what he or she individually needs to develop their full potential and succeed. To help educators with what can at times be a difficult and challenging journey, the frame the book with five guiding principles of Courageous Leadership: getting to your core; making organizational meaning; ensuring constancy and consistency of purpose; facing the facts and your fears; and building sustainable relationships.