A New School Will Teach Children Use AI Instead of Human Teachers
The Unbound School utilizes AI for teaching without traditional instructors, raising concerns about educational effectiveness.
This model promotes a 2 Hour Learning strategy that promises rapid educational progression despite the lack of human teachers.
Joseph H. Reich, Charter School Pioneer, Dies at 89
Joseph H. Reich was instrumental in pioneering independently run public schools in New York City, significantly impacting the charter school movement.
Former Matignon School in Cambridge bought by local charter school
The Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School has acquired the former Cambridge Matignon School campus to enhance educational facilities for its predominantly low-income student body.
Speiser leads in challenge against Mah
Jessica Speiser is tightly contesting Grace Mah's seat on the Santa Clara County Board of Education, highlighting major education policy tensions.
The race is intensely competitive, with accusations and contrasting educational philosophies driving the candidates' agendas.
A School for the Basketball World
The Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School emphasizes basketball-related career paths for students, moving into a new building to enhance its educational quality.
Di Salvo: Retired Santa Clara County school trustee pushes for better education - San Jose Spotlight
The author's tenure emphasized educational justice through supporting charter schools that provide better outcomes for disadvantaged students.
A New School Will Teach Children Use AI Instead of Human Teachers
The Unbound School utilizes AI for teaching without traditional instructors, raising concerns about educational effectiveness.
This model promotes a 2 Hour Learning strategy that promises rapid educational progression despite the lack of human teachers.
Joseph H. Reich, Charter School Pioneer, Dies at 89
Joseph H. Reich was instrumental in pioneering independently run public schools in New York City, significantly impacting the charter school movement.
Former Matignon School in Cambridge bought by local charter school
The Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School has acquired the former Cambridge Matignon School campus to enhance educational facilities for its predominantly low-income student body.
Speiser leads in challenge against Mah
Jessica Speiser is tightly contesting Grace Mah's seat on the Santa Clara County Board of Education, highlighting major education policy tensions.
The race is intensely competitive, with accusations and contrasting educational philosophies driving the candidates' agendas.
A School for the Basketball World
The Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School emphasizes basketball-related career paths for students, moving into a new building to enhance its educational quality.
Di Salvo: Retired Santa Clara County school trustee pushes for better education - San Jose Spotlight
The author's tenure emphasized educational justice through supporting charter schools that provide better outcomes for disadvantaged students.
Trump to nominate professional wrestling mogul Linda McMahon to be education secretary
Trump nominates Linda McMahon for Education Secretary despite plans to dismantle the department.
McMahon has background in small business and limited experience in education.
Trump picks Dr. Oz to oversee Medicare and Medicaid
Linda McMahon has been appointed as Secretary of Education, emphasizing her business experience and support for charter schools in an expected overhaul of the department.
Trump to nominate professional wrestling mogul Linda McMahon to be education secretary
Trump nominates Linda McMahon for Education Secretary despite plans to dismantle the department.
McMahon has background in small business and limited experience in education.
Trump picks Dr. Oz to oversee Medicare and Medicaid
Linda McMahon has been appointed as Secretary of Education, emphasizing her business experience and support for charter schools in an expected overhaul of the department.
Charter school wants to expand into a public park in Hialeah, kill two playing fields
A charter school in Hialeah plans to convert part of a public park into facilities, sparking resident concern over loss of recreational space.
Hialeah board approves school plan to expand into park. Council will make final decision
Hialeah's Planning and Zoning board approved a charter school's expansion into Slade Park, sparking significant community opposition due to concerns about green space loss.
Charter school wants to expand into a public park in Hialeah, kill two playing fields
A charter school in Hialeah plans to convert part of a public park into facilities, sparking resident concern over loss of recreational space.
Hialeah board approves school plan to expand into park. Council will make final decision
Hialeah's Planning and Zoning board approved a charter school's expansion into Slade Park, sparking significant community opposition due to concerns about green space loss.
Uncommon Excellence Boys Elementary marks 20th anniversary in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper
Excellence Boys Elementary's focus on an all-boys education fosters a supportive environment that enhances academic success and personal growth.
Ex-Gov. Pataki raises $250K for charter schools as he celebrates their 25th anniversary in NY
Former Gov. George Pataki raised funds for charter schools celebrating their success and highlighted the importance of legislation with accountability provisions.
With families struggling to get their kids a good education, Albany must put raising the charter-school cap on its agenda
Lawford Cunningham, the superintendent of Icahn Charter Schools, is calling on lawmakers in New York to raise the cap on charter schools.
Cunningham argues that failing to raise the charter-school-cap is a dereliction of duty to working-class families and is preventing deserving children from accessing quality education.
Bronx electeds announce legislation ensuring equitable funding for charter schools - Bronx Times
Nearly 5,000 Bronx charter schools are underfunded due to a 10-year funding disparity that requires them to pay rent instead of investing in programs.
The legislation (S8522) introduced by State Senator Luis Sepulveda and Assembly Member John Zaccaro Jr. aims to provide rental assistance to all NYC charter schools to address the issue of underfunding.
NYC charter schools outperform district counterparts in states tests, study shows | Flipboard
Charter schools receive government funding but operate independently from the Department of Education.
There are 274 charter schools in New York City.
Uncommon Excellence Boys Elementary marks 20th anniversary in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper
Excellence Boys Elementary's focus on an all-boys education fosters a supportive environment that enhances academic success and personal growth.
Ex-Gov. Pataki raises $250K for charter schools as he celebrates their 25th anniversary in NY
Former Gov. George Pataki raised funds for charter schools celebrating their success and highlighted the importance of legislation with accountability provisions.
With families struggling to get their kids a good education, Albany must put raising the charter-school cap on its agenda
Lawford Cunningham, the superintendent of Icahn Charter Schools, is calling on lawmakers in New York to raise the cap on charter schools.
Cunningham argues that failing to raise the charter-school-cap is a dereliction of duty to working-class families and is preventing deserving children from accessing quality education.
Bronx electeds announce legislation ensuring equitable funding for charter schools - Bronx Times
Nearly 5,000 Bronx charter schools are underfunded due to a 10-year funding disparity that requires them to pay rent instead of investing in programs.
The legislation (S8522) introduced by State Senator Luis Sepulveda and Assembly Member John Zaccaro Jr. aims to provide rental assistance to all NYC charter schools to address the issue of underfunding.
NYC charter schools outperform district counterparts in states tests, study shows | Flipboard
Charter schools receive government funding but operate independently from the Department of Education.
Success Academy is opening three new Bronx schools this month - Bronx Times
Success Academy is expanding in the Bronx with three new schools, enhancing educational options in the borough's charter school landscape.
Back to school 2024: Here are the new school seats coming to Staten Island
Hundreds of new school seats are being created in Staten Island to address overcrowding and growing student population, including charter schools expansion.
Project 2025's Plan to Eliminate Public Schools Has Already Started
The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 aims to undermine public education by diverting funds to private schools, leading to mass closures and resource depletion in public school districts.
Constance Jones: Chicago's charter school accountability system is designed to close doors on families
Public education in the US is failing children and there are stark gaps in educational equity.
Public charter schools face higher accountability standards and scrutiny compared to district schools.
To restore educational excellence, end the government's monopoly on schools
Quality of public education in the US has declined despite increased resources.
American students are performing poorly in math and reading compared to international counterparts.
Project 2025's Plan to Eliminate Public Schools Has Already Started
The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 aims to undermine public education by diverting funds to private schools, leading to mass closures and resource depletion in public school districts.
Constance Jones: Chicago's charter school accountability system is designed to close doors on families
Public education in the US is failing children and there are stark gaps in educational equity.
Public charter schools face higher accountability standards and scrutiny compared to district schools.
To restore educational excellence, end the government's monopoly on schools
Quality of public education in the US has declined despite increased resources.
American students are performing poorly in math and reading compared to international counterparts.
Charter schools want NYC to share its 'Do-Not Hire' list of pervy teachers
Charter schools advocate for increased information sharing with DOE to prevent predatory teachers' employment loopholes.
At one Gilroy middle school, students teach each other. Is this new model the future of education?
The Squads model at Gilroy Prep in math classes involves students educating each other under teacher supervision, promoting collaboration and soft skills.
Walters: California charter school battles intensify as education finances get squeezed
California public schools face financial challenges due to COVID-19 impacts, declining enrollment, absenteeism, inflation, and budget deficits, affecting per-pupil spending and leading to tension between charter schools and public schools.
LAUSD banned charter schools from many of its campuses. Now charters will fight it in court
Charter schools in Los Angeles Unified face restrictions on where they can locate and the classrooms they can use.
There is a legal battle between the California Charter Schools Association and L.A. Unified over the newly approved district policy.
Fed-up charter school advocates rally in Albany for equal funding
Charter school advocates criticized state Department of Education for unequal funding.
Advocates argue for equitable funding and recognition of charter schools as public schools.
What will Oakland schools have to cut to fix their $24 million deficit?
Oakland Unified School District faces a sizable budget deficit due to expiring federal COVID funds and increased labor costs.
Declining enrollment and charter schools are major factors contributing to Oakland's financial distress in the education sector.
Sweeping new LAUSD policy to restrict charter school locations; advocates threaten to sue
The Los Angeles school board passed a policy that limits when charter schools can operate on district-owned campuses
Charter advocates threatened to sue over the new restrictions
Board of Ed renews charter contracts, as CTU threatens strikes at 2 schools
Chicago Board of Education approved renewing contracts with 49 charter schools
Charter school parents and educators demand longer renewal terms for stability and security
A CPS commitment to prioritize neighborhood schools sparked roiling debate. Among parents and educators, questions abound.
Chicago Public Schools are addressing fears of school closures as they transition away from policies that drive student enrollment away from neighborhood schools.
The district is scheduled to release a strategic plan in June that will guide school district investments over the next five years, including the emphasis on neighborhood schools.
Bruce Rauner: Unions in Illinois are taking away school choice
Illinois successfully reformed public school funding and provided school choice
Chicago Teachers Union is fighting against families and school choice
Charter School Students Show Growth In New Test Scores
Charter school students in NYC are showing growth in proficiency levels in English and Math
Overall, charter school students outperformed district school students in both ELA and Math exams
KIPP to close three L.A.-area charter schools amid low enrollment, opposition
KIPP SoCal Public Schools will close three campuses due to low enrollment and challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Declining enrollment is a widespread issue in California's school systems.