Restructured several neighborhood schools into a kindergarten-through-eighth-grade format popular with both students and parents.

Redesigned high schools in the District to create smaller, more specialized programs.

Implemented a teacher evaluation system that bases teacher pay on peer-reviewed performance.

Carried out a rigorous review program that identifies schools not meeting minimum standards and replaces nonperforming staff.

Established a mandatory summer reading program for students who have not met their grade's reading standards.