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broncoannee's review against another edition
4.0
I generally prefer happy endings, but I’m glad this one merely ended with some hope - as that is more realistic considering the subject matter. I think this book perfectly illustrates why people who make decisions about educating children should have some experience being educators. And why teachers are the best.
amytwhite's review
3.0
Cute
This was probably more of a 3.5 stars. It was very readable and relatable, as I am a teacher. I liked it.
This was probably more of a 3.5 stars. It was very readable and relatable, as I am a teacher. I liked it.
marcies_8's review against another edition
3.0
This wasn’t a bad book; it just felt incomplete to me. When it ended I thought, “Oh, did I skip a page?” No real plot, just a bunch of different characters experiences in a school system that is clearly failing everyone- teachers and students alike.
bookslifeandeverythingnice's review
5.0
Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a copy of the book. As always, an honest review.
Adequate Yearly Progress accurately captures what I would imagine it's like to work in an inner city high school. The story starts out a few days before the beginning of the school year. There's a new superintendent who is ready to make some changes. Maybe with the students' best interests at heart, but definitely with an enormous lack of experience in the school setting. It sets up what's bound to be an eventful school year.
The chapters are told from different teachers points of view. This choice keeps the book fresh, interesting, and moving along quickly. The reader also gets a well rounded perspective of all the happenings within the high school. We mainly follow Lena, Hernan, Maybelline and the football coach. I like that the characters are diverse regarding gender, age, race, and life experiences. The story is a discussion about life in and out of the classroom. I really appreciated when the story would show the rich complex inner lives of the teachers. A great combination of serious and funny. I also liked the inclusion of one teacher's blog posts. I found it fun, modern, and added an additional perspective.
Most of the book was amazing; there were a few aspects that I didn't enjoy as much. A few of the teachers bothered me, personality wise. It's in keeping with a realistic perspective of a school, but they could still really annoy me at times. Also, the ending of the school year seemed a little rushed. However the teachers' personal lives were well paced.
Overall I really enjoyed getting to know the teachers in Adequate Yearly Progress. A humorous, realistic perspective of teaching with all of its challenges and wonderful moments. Definitely give this a read when it's released!
*My rating is actually 4.5 stars, but since there aren't half stars here, I always round up.
Adequate Yearly Progress accurately captures what I would imagine it's like to work in an inner city high school. The story starts out a few days before the beginning of the school year. There's a new superintendent who is ready to make some changes. Maybe with the students' best interests at heart, but definitely with an enormous lack of experience in the school setting. It sets up what's bound to be an eventful school year.
The chapters are told from different teachers points of view. This choice keeps the book fresh, interesting, and moving along quickly. The reader also gets a well rounded perspective of all the happenings within the high school. We mainly follow Lena, Hernan, Maybelline and the football coach. I like that the characters are diverse regarding gender, age, race, and life experiences. The story is a discussion about life in and out of the classroom. I really appreciated when the story would show the rich complex inner lives of the teachers. A great combination of serious and funny. I also liked the inclusion of one teacher's blog posts. I found it fun, modern, and added an additional perspective.
Most of the book was amazing; there were a few aspects that I didn't enjoy as much. A few of the teachers bothered me, personality wise. It's in keeping with a realistic perspective of a school, but they could still really annoy me at times. Also, the ending of the school year seemed a little rushed. However the teachers' personal lives were well paced.
Overall I really enjoyed getting to know the teachers in Adequate Yearly Progress. A humorous, realistic perspective of teaching with all of its challenges and wonderful moments. Definitely give this a read when it's released!
*My rating is actually 4.5 stars, but since there aren't half stars here, I always round up.
courtandspark's review against another edition
5.0
The accuracy of this book made me LOL and also cringe. Highly recommended for any teacher or lover of a teacher.
marfer20's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. A solid description of what public school teachers endure.
purrfectpages's review against another edition
4.0
This book might not be as well received amongst non educators. However, as a teacher in a district very similar to the one depicted in this book, I have to say I totally related. I found myself laughing at its sad, yet realistic absurdity. It meanders a bit towards the end, but never lost me. I’ve always said there should be more fiction novels written about the world of education. I’d recommend all educators give this one a chance.
k8tist's review against another edition
5.0
Just like teaching
Totally captures the teaching experience and the burnout culture of schools trying to overcome situational, unyielding obstacles to get or maintain AYP. Really felt the way I did at the end of a year in this setting at the end of the book.
Totally captures the teaching experience and the burnout culture of schools trying to overcome situational, unyielding obstacles to get or maintain AYP. Really felt the way I did at the end of a year in this setting at the end of the book.
copusb's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25