This is a funny, yet tragic story of the inner workings of a school system with all the sexualities, crime, and politics unfolded through the author's candid account. Overcoming her fears and a heartbreaking childhood, she eventually becomes a teacher and breaks through the barriers of a closed-knit school district to also become a skillful high school assistant principal. Students, teachers, and parents were drawn to her compassion. She worked hard on a career that she loved. However, there came a realization that something was essentially wrong with the system-something that would make her take a well-publicized stand against it. No Child Left Behind legislation has certainly changed the way we educate our children today. For better or worse? Yes and no. Read "The Missing Heart" and come away with your own conclusions.