AbstractA compendium of academic programs and initiatives doesn't make the difference in transforming a perennially failing school. Instead, leadership and the staff look to themselves and successfully raise achievement.Get full access to this articleView all access options for this article.Get accessReferences1. Burnette D. (2012, February 26). One school's story of success, and a setback. Minneapolis Star Tribune. www.startribune.com/local/stpaul/140443843.html.