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Education has played a central role in the development of Chicago, and in this book, readers will gain a new appreciation for the city's public schools. With insightful commentary and vivid photographs, the author provides a comprehensive look at the history, accomplishments, and challenges facing the Chicago Public Schools system. From its humble beginnings in the mid-nineteenth century to its current status as one of the largest school districts in the country, this book is a tribute to the power of education to transform lives and communities.

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