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CBS series Numb3rs
http://www.cbs.com/primetime/numb3rs/
The Ron Clark Story
A true story, starring Matthew Perry as an idealistic teacher from a rural upbringing who goes to New York City where he turns around a group of challenging students. Ron Clark's Essential 55 Rules for the Classroom has been a best seller. Ron Clark's school will be opening in South Atlanta in 2007. For more information: http://www.ronclarkacademy.com/ron_clark_academy/
The Wire
Temple Grandin
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10036/1033610-67.stm#ixzz1U4FdGE96
Temple Grandin is a remarkable woman who has revolutionized animal science. She was born autistic and, as played by actress Claire Danes, she's skittish and socially awkward. She sees the world differently. As her high school science teacher/mentor Dr. Carlock (David Strathairn), notes, Temple "thinks in pictures."
