The 21st Century School is a guide for school leaders of individual schools and school districts describing how the traditional school can be transformed into a 21st Century School through the integration of a standards-based curriculum, stellar instruction by committed professional educators, the use of technology, and targeted professional development. The purpose of the 21st Century School is to prepare leaders, educators, and other staff members to create the 21st Century learning environment, the curriculum, and strategies to teach students 21st Century skills.