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Collier School Board Splits Over Charter Schools

Posted on May 27, 2015May 29, 2015 by Sue Legg

Two newly elected Collier County school board members have much in common. Their families started Mason Classical Academy, a charter school. They tend to vote together.

Other board members take exception to their stance against public schools. A group of citizens has organized to support public schools. The battle lines have formed.Continue reading→

Poll: Americans Want Better Charter Management

Posted on May 23, 2015May 23, 2015 by Sue Legg

Recently, a new national survey found that Americans overwhelmingly favor proposals to make charter schools more accountable, accessible, and transparent. The survey also found that Americans want to make sure that neighborhood public schools do not lose funding when charter schools open. Finally, voters strongly support a proposal that would require charter teachers to meet the same certification requirements as educators in traditional public schools. There is more to the story. Read on for basic facts and recommendations for strengthening charter oversight.

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Nashville Harnesses the Community to Improve Public Schools

Posted on May 20, 2015May 20, 2015 by Sue Legg

by Anne-Marie Farmer

Community Achieves is making a difference in Nashville’s public schools. How are they doing it? Anne-Marie Farmer explains how their communities are helping students and their families.

The cost is small; the impact is large.Continue reading→