The five protagonists-Hugh, a veteran administrator dealing with the complacency of a long marriage; Michael, an Irish-American English teacher trapped in a loveless marriage to "daddy's girl"; Marissa, a young Puerto Rican teacher struggling to find love in the Bronx; Andrew, a high school dean/ basketball coach, having forsaken love for a bevy of partners; and Reggie, stalling his lovely fiance in order to have that last fling.
But the primary story of Love in the Classroom: A New York Story is that of the New York educational system and the stories that unfold away from the public's eyes. The incidents are realistic and portrayed in an honest and perceptive way. If you've ever wondered what goes on in the minds of people who make the decisions that affect the lives of children, here is your opportunity to find out. Love in the Classroom is a "must-read" for educators and parents alike.