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Florida Can Learn from Ohio: Charter reforms that can make a difference

Posted on June 30, 2015June 30, 2015 by Sue Legg

Ohio has had as many or more charter school scandals than Florida. Maybe that is what it take to the Legislature’s attention. Ohio’s House and Senate have passed charter reform bills that are stronger than Florida’s. The charter industry is pushing back. The legislature needs to reconcile the two bills. Will they?

The reforms are strong and meaningful. Florida can learn from Ohio. Here are some specifics Florida needs to consider.

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Florida Auditor General Finds Fault With 76 Charters

Posted on June 29, 2015June 29, 2015 by Sue Legg

In the June 2015 Florida Auditor General’s report, many charters are running in the red. Is this serious, or is debt OK?

This is the kind of information that ‘must give us pause’. There is more to know in this report.

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Sweden Shows U.S. How to Fail

Posted on June 25, 2015June 25, 2015 by Sue Legg

Back in the 90s, Sweden had free Pre K for all students. There was no selective admissions. Everyone went to public schools. The system thrived, and their first PISA achievement scores were very high.