Become Inspired!
Many administrators, teachers, and community leaders want to create a powerful, positive atmosphere in their public schools, and parents want their children to attend schools that instill moral, social and academic excellence. Charter schools can be the answer.
In A Chance At Life, Tom Wilson, Ph.D., tells the inspiring story of the charter schools he and his team have established in the Dallas area. He also offers practical advice for people who want to create charter schools in their communities. In each chapter, you'll read stories from teachers, students, and parents whose lives have been touched by Life Schools.
Praise for Life Schools and the Charter School Movement:
"Our schools don't just need more resources they need more reform. This administration will insure that every child has access to a complete and competitive education. We'll invest in innovative programs that are helping schools meet high standards and close achievement gaps. We will expand our commitment to charter schools. It is our responsibility as lawmakers and as educators to make this systems work, but is is the responsibility of every citizen to participate in it."
- President Barack Obama's Address to Congress, February 24, 2009
"I see great hope for the future of charter schools, and I affirm Dr. Wilson as he trains servant leaders and establishes quality schools. I am pleased to celebrate a school with a well-deserved reputation or excellence. Also, I am honored to be the speaker for the 2008-2009 graduating class as Life School celebrates 10 years of serving students and their families."
- Eddie Bernice Johnson - United States Member of Congress, February 2009
"“Life School teaches students how to excel in every area of their lives. They are exemplary in their academics and also equally committed to teaching students to have sterling character.”
- Elizabeth Burton Scott, M.A. Best Selling Author of Rain Drops on Roman
"Some people write books,and then there are those authors who are the book. Dr. Tom Wilson is the book. He didn't start a school and then replicate them in other locations because he just wanted schools. For the last decade, he has started charter schools because he wants to change lives. Dr. Wilson's work at Life Schools, and now through his nationwide charter school consultancy, continues to spread life. Giving
students a chance at life is what Dr. Wilson lives for."
- Dr. Samuel R. Chand, best selling author of seven books, including Who Moved Your Ladder and Planning Your Succession
"When I heard about the impact of Life School in turning inner city children into high achievers with respect for authority, my instant reaction was, 'We need a school like this in our community!' I asked Dr. Wilson to come to Atlanta to help us open a charter school. I believe our school will train students to become leaders - men and women with integrity, skills, and character - for the 21st century!"
- Bishop Eddie Long, Pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church near Atlanta
"Charters are just like automobiles, there are some good efficient ones and there are some gas guzzlers - and some are the modern hybrids on the highway of education. Life School is the latter."
- Bob Schulman, Education Attorney
"Dr. Tom Wilson is an articulate, energetic, and persuasive educator and advocate who is building a network of effective charter schools in Texas and beyond, enrolling diverse students with impressive results. The story of Life School should be of great interest to parents, educators, and policy-makers concerned with improving public education in the United States."
- Richard K. Scotch, Ph.D., Professor of Sociology and Public Policy, University of Texas at Dallas
"As mayor, I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Tom Wilson to further his vision for public school educational opportunities. I was enlightened by his knowledge and energized by his passion for education and his interest in the children of the future. He is definitely a visionary in the realm of educational and leadership development opportunities."
- Todd Little, Mayor, City of Red Oak, Texas (2000-2006)
About The Author
Tom Wilson is the founder and superintendent of Life School and the president of National Charter School Consultants. For many years, he served as a pastor, public speaker, and the director of private schools, and he has worked with organizations in the United States, and around the world to start charter schools.
For 10 years, Life Schools have provided outstanding education to students in the Dallas area. To receive the charter, Dr. Wilson worked with educational attorneys, skilled educators, and community leaders. Since their inception, these schools have grown from 266 students to over 3,600, and all Life Schools have received the Gold Performance Acknowledgments from the Texas Education Agency.
Dr. Wilson and his wife Brenda live in Red Oak, Texas.
Questions?
Please Call Bracy Wilson at:
214.491.7471
Email: help@helpcharters.com