I watched it too and it only confirmed what I have long said is the problem: layers and layers of bureaucracy that do not benefit students. I was impressed with the fruits of the charter schools represented in this documentary and sad for the parents who were not fortunate enough to win the education lottery.
Jeffrey Cannon's approach is difficult to attain as it encompasses the education of a child from birth through college. However, in the locations where he manifests his education vision, it makes the most sense to not only educate the children but also the parents or caregivers who are illiterate in what it takes for these children to succeed.
Rhee had it right when she acknowledges that so many are too invested in the interests of the adults and not the education of the children. I was not surprised that the union refused to even vote on her proposal, even when her proposal offered substantial benefit for effective teachers.