Last week the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools published a new, substantially revised version of its Model Charter Schools Law (“A Model Law for Supporting High-Quality Charter Public Schools: Second Edition”). As a co-author of both versions, I can offer a few observations.
This report looks into the UP Education Network turnaround of two specific schools in MA and the benefits that come from evaluation and restarting.
This report looks into the turnaround instullation of the Green Dot Public Schools in Los Angeles and the benefits that come from evaluation and restoration.
This report outlines a problem in charter schools surrounding limiting enrollment and the steps and tests DC PCSB took to eliminate this problem and ensure open enrollment for all students.
The California Department of Education (CDE) just announced that it has selected Kristin Wright to be the state’s new Special Education Division Director, effective September 1.
This statement gives the Center’s comments on the Department of Education’s regulations regarding Title I to ensure equitable access for all students.
Today, The Center for Learner Equity submitted formal comments to the U.S. Department of Education (ED) related to the Every Student Succeeds Act accountability and state Title I planning provisions.
I agree with Valerie Strauss’ opening comment in Why Charter Schools Get Public Education Advocates So Angry; there is too little meaningful oversight of public charter schools.
Real Clear Education published an article written by The Center for Learner Equity Executive Director, Lauren Morando Rhim examining the impact of disproportionate discipline on students with disabilities and students of color.
Mike Petrilli’s recent blog post regarding student discipline in charter schools is a classic example of a false dichotomy with a twist of Chicken Little.
