Improve student outcomes with a new approach to relationships and networks in “Who You Know: Unlocking Innovations That Expand Students’ Networks.” This insightful book, authored by Julia Freeland Fisher and published by Jossey-Bass, delves into the critical role of relationships in breaking patterns of inequality in American classrooms. The 192-page volume explores how schools can leverage the power of relationships to increase social mobility for their students. It offers a fresh perspective on education by shifting focus from achievement gaps to opportunity gaps, emphasizing that opportunity is about more than just test scores. Key topics include integrating student support models, investing in learning models that enhance teacher-student relationships, and deploying emerging technologies that connect students with experts and mentors globally. Through evidence-based guidance and real-world examples, this book provides practical strategies for educators and offers expert analysis on how policymakers and entrepreneurs can contribute to leveling the playing field.