Why Aren’t We Being Honest About What Constitutes a Failing School in California?
There are 781 low performing schools in California, but not really, as the actual number of schools that are “lowRead More…
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Will Parent Voices Be Heard When It’s Our Children’s Education at Stake?
Despite living more than 300 miles apart, as parents of students attending California charter schools, we’re connected by a singleRead More…
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California Needs Free Early Childhood Education for All Children, Especially For Children in Low-Income Families
One of the first things my wife and I learned before our daughter was born is the importance of earlyRead More…
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There Is No Right Way To Become a Teacher: Reflections on My Teacher Training
As I finish up my fifth year teaching, I have been reflecting a lot on my journey as a teacher,Read More…
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Dear Politicians, Stop Focusing on $ and Start Representing the Needs of Our Children
It seems that some corrupt politicians are determined to punish the most vulnerable communities. When it seems that there isRead More…
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Charter Schools Are Not The Problem: Fix Failing Schools First
Now that it has been a week since last week’s LAUSD board meeting and the dust has begun to settle,Read More…
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The Education Monopoly Problem Everyone Ignores
There’s always that one person that buys up all of the railroads when playing the game “Monopoly,” right? Or theRead More…
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Why Parents Want Options: It is time to Highlight Real Issues in our System
I once attended a panel in Los Angeles where members of the community came together to hear from public charterRead More…
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Self-Advocacy: Elise Duarte Shares Her Experience About Being Bullied and Finding Success at a Non-Public School
We are chatting with Elise Duarte for School Choice Week. She is a student who requires special education to accessRead More…
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An Action Plan to Start Off Strong With the Right Kindergarten Class and Support at Home
Selecting the right Kindergarten/elementary school for my son is vital to me. I want to set up my son forRead More…
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