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Robbers or Victims? Charter Schools and District Finances
Opponents of charters contend that they drain district coffers, while proponents argue that it is charters that are denied essential funding. Yet too often, the claims made by both sides of this debate have been based on assumptions rather than hard evidence.
Mark Weber 2.9.2021
NationalReport
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Charter schools' effect on property values
Amber M. Northern, Ph.D. 9.16.2015
NationalFlypaper
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The missing young men in most of Washington's top high schools
Michael J. Petrilli 9.9.2015
NationalFlypaper
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How "no-excuses" charter schools affect academic achievement
9.9.2015
NationalFlypaper
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Exploring the supply side of charter school openings
Amber M. Northern, Ph.D. 9.9.2015
NationalFlypaper
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A court decision only the Kremlin could love
Robin J. Lake 9.9.2015
NationalFlypaper
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New Orleans: A success story? Yes. A national model? Maybe not.
Robert Pondiscio 9.2.2015
NationalFlypaper
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On charter backfill debate, I'm with #TeamPaul
Chester E. Finn, Jr. 8.31.2015
NationalFlypaper
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Candidates ponder presidential role in U.S. education
Kate Stringer 8.21.2015
NationalBlog
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Assessing my NOLA advice eight years later
8.21.2015
NationalFlypaper
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New Orleans is not an anomaly
8.18.2015
NationalFlypaper
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Measuring diversity in charter school offerings
Robert Pondiscio 8.12.2015
NationalFlypaper
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Pedal to the metal: An overview of the Cincinnati school accelerator
Jessica Poiner 8.10.2015
NationalBlog