A case study in how not to make education policy
In December, a workgroup established by the State Board of Education released a number of
In December, a workgroup established by the State Board of Education released a number of
Reinforcing the importance of the CSP
Blocking out the block grant?
Happy National School Choice Week!
With thousands of Columbus students in need of a world-class education, it’s painful to see school district officials impeding the expansion efforts of a top-notch charter network by refusing to offer a vacant facility for sale or lease.
NOTE: Today, the Primary and Secondary Education Committee of the Ohio House of Representatives is hearing testimony on House Bill 409 which would, among other thing
One of the most talked about education policy proposals during last year’s busy state budget season was the c
To and through college
With little fanfare, Columbus Preparatory Academy regularly appears near the top of the charts when it comes to state test scores. In 2018-19, for example, its performance index score ranked twelfth out of 3,225 Ohio public schools.
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Even more to be thankful for
In the spirit of giving thanks, we offer you not the usual charter school related news clips this week but a look back at some of the things happening this year for which we as charter school supporters should be grateful.
In our 2019 annual report, we provide insight into our sponsorship work during the year and the performance of our sponsored schools. We are also pleased to highlight the good work of our colleagues on Fordham’s policy and research teams.
Busting the “big lie” about charter schools
More school bus woes in Columbus
TSA is a bright part of Toledo’s future
Changing the game in Parma
Parents, when surveyed, routinely tell us that safety is one of their top priorities when choosing a school. Although what exactly constitutes a “safe” school likely varies, for many it means a place where children feel welcomed and accepted.
Back during the 2016–17 school year, Ohio was in the midst of creating its plan for meeting federal education requirements under the Every Stu
Ohio charters get the cold shoulder from lawmakers
Congratulations to Ohio’s high quality charter schools!
Note: This is the fifth in a series of blog posts on school funding in Ohio; for the previous posts, see here,
“Go visit a charter school”
For years now, Ohio has been caught in the throes of a fierce debate over how best to improve low-performing school districts.
The best charter school-related story you’ll read this week