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DC Public Charter School Board Executive Director to Serve as Board Chair of National Charter OrganizationScott Pearson to serve as chair of the National Association of Charter School Authorizers’ Board of Directors CHICAGO— The National Association of Charter School Authorizers (NACSA) announced today that Scott Pearson will … |
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NACSA Encourages President Obama to Sign Every Student Succeeds ActToday, the US Senate passed the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)—a reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)—in an 85-12 vote. The legislation, which was passed by the US House … |
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Alabama Charter School Law Lands in Top 5 for School Oversight According to National AnalysisA national ranking of charter school policies released today by the National Association of Charter School Authorizers (NACSA) recognizes and applauds the strength of Alabama’s first charter school law. The report, “On … | AL |
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Oklahoma Charter School Laws Land in Top 10 for School Oversight According to National AnalysisA national ranking of charter school policies released today by the National Association of Charter School Authorizers (NACSA) recognizes and applauds the strength of Oklahoma’s charter school oversight provisions. The report, “On … | OK |
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Strong Charter School Accountability Laws in Nevada Receive Perfect Score in National AnalysisNevada’s strong charter school laws earned the highest score in a national ranking of charter school policies out today from the National Association of Charter School Authorizers (NACSA). The report, “On the … | NV |
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Diversity + Inclusion ≠ EquityBelow is commentary from Kelli R. Peterson, Ed.D, written after attending NACSA’s recent workshop, “Beyond Buzzwords.” __ In the world of education (and the charter sector in particular), we often do this thing … |
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New Report Identifies What Charter School Authorizers Do Differently to Achieve High-Performing PortfoliosNew report finds successful authorizing depends on great leadership, institutional commitment, and strong professional judgment CHICAGO — Today, the National Association of Charter School Authorizers (NACSA) releases “Leadership, Commitment, Judgment: Elements of … |
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NACSA Responds to President Trump’s Proposed FY2019 BudgetIn response to President Trump’s recently announced FY2019 budget, which includes a $500 million increase for charter schools, NACSA’s Interim CEO and Vice President of Research & Evaluation, Karega Rausch released the … |
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2017 NACSA Leadership Conference: Message from Our CEOOn October 28, 2017, NACSA President and CEO Greg Richmond delivered these remarks as part of the 2017 NACSA Leadership Conference. On behalf of NACSA’s Board of Directors and staff, welcome to the … |
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On Being a Stakeholder and Informing Federal PolicyThe timelines of several different initiatives all converged this summer to create a unique opportunity for meaningful stakeholder engagement at the US Department of Education. NACSA participated robustly in this opportunity to … |
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NACSA responds to CREDO Report on School ClosureToday, the Center for Research on Education Outcomes (CREDO) released a report looking at school closure across the country. In response, Greg Richmond, president and CEO of the National Association of Charter School Authorizers … |
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Keeping Up with the Department of Education: Regulations on the Chopping Block, ESSA State Plans, and Impacts for AuthorizersThis summer, in addition to reviewing state ESSA plans, the US Department of Education has been busy reviewing existing regulations, guidance, and department programs as the new administration identifies areas to focus … |
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NACSA Responds to the NAACP’s Education ReportToday, the NAACP Task Force on Quality Education issued a report with findings and recommendations resulting from its series of hearings on public education. In response, Greg Richmond, President and CEO of the National Association of … |
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Statement on CREDO Charter Management Organization (CMO) StudyToday, the Center for Research on Education Outcomes (CREDO) released a report looking at the performance of charter management organizations across the country. In response, Greg Richmond, president and CEO of the … |
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How to Open DoorsSpring is fading into summer, and graduation rituals serve as our signposts. Graduates pivot towards the future, and many will offer thanks to teachers and parents pivotal to their success. I’m right … |