Charter Schools
Why can’t all public schools be charter schools?
I’ve often heard posed the question, “If charter schools are so great, why not make all public schools charter schools?” Here’s the answer… Traditional public
The Research on Charter Schools
The most recent and extensive study of charter schools (National Charter School Study, CREDO, released June 2013) found that: 25 % of charters performed better
What is a Charter School?
A charter school is a school that is funded with public tax dollars and run by a private entity. Charter schools are usually freed from
House & Senate Ed Committee Members Presented Charter Bill
At a December 12, 2012 joint meeting of the House and Senate Education Committees, members heard a description of a charter school bill proposed by
Language for Critical Sections of the Charter School Bill: For-profits, Virtuals, Track Record, Etc.
For profit language Include in “definitions”:Governing body – means the organized group of persons who will operate a public charter school by deciding matters, including, but
Our Position on Charter Schools
The Parents’ Campaign supports the authorization of charter schools in unsuccessful school zones. Our Position The Parents’ Campaign supports the authorization of charter schools in
National Association of Charter School Authorizers Calls for Closing of Failing Charter Schools
In November 2012, the National Association of Charter School Authorizers (NACSA) launched a campaign to improve the overall quality of charter schools and increase the
Charter School Bill Will Get Another Vote
Today, Sen. Hob Bryan held the charter school bill (SB 2161) on a motion to reconsider, giving senators another opportunity to vote on it, probably tomorrow. Please give
Senate Votes on Charter Bill
Today, the Senate narrowly voted to concur with the House version of SB 2161, the charter school bill that allows students in districts rated C,
Keep Calling on Charter Bill, News from House
The Senate charter school bill, SB 2161, has not yet been taken up for a vote. Please continue to contact the senators who represent your
Charter Bill Needs a Change – Please Call
Please give your senator a call about the charter school bill before Monday afternoon. While high quality charter schools can be a beneficial addition in
See Your Rep’s Vote on Charter Bill
This morning, the House tabled the motion to reconsider on the Senate charter bill. House Education Chairman John Moore moved to send SB 2161 to
Additional Resources
Latest News on Charter Schools in Mississippi
Mississippi Charter Schools Act of 2013
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