How good is North Carolina’s charter school law? Not very. That according to the Center for Education Reform which gives the Tar Heel state a “D” in a new report on charter ... Keep Reading
charter schools
An “inconvenient” movie about failing public schools.
Why do we consign our neediest kids to our worst public schools and then pin the hopes of so many for a better future on the outcome of a lottery? That’s the poignant question ... Keep Reading
American views on public education
Education Next has released its annual survey on American education. The poll of 2,800 respondents included a nationally representative sample of adults. It also included samples ... Keep Reading
Race-to-the-Top and its carnage
I think we're all suppose to be giddy by yesterday's announcement that North Carolina is a finalist in the scecond round for Federal Race to the Top Funds. I"ve spelled out my ... Keep Reading
charter schools dodge a bullet.
Charter schools and their friends can breathe a little easier. At this morning's Senate Education/Higher Education meeting, Sen. Tony Foriest (D-Alamance) surprisingly pulled HB ... Keep Reading
NC Charter School Conference in Raleigh, July 11-13
Charter schools represent a wonderful example of innovation in education. They offer unique learning environments to educators and students; expanded educational opportunities ... Keep Reading
More Charter School Mischief?
Charter school proponents would do well to keep an eye on HB 856. While the bill, introduced by Rep. Marvin Lucas, does increase the cap on charter schools to 106, it also gives ... Keep Reading
