Charter’s board hopes to get state to release more money earlier in the year.
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Singleton school misses out on state improvement grant
Grant would have sent a ‘turnaround’ expert to the school.
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Einstein waiting for results of inspection before accepting Michoud school site
Some school officials wonder if city permits have been sought for building renovation.
Posted inEnvironment
Science to be key factor in lawsuit against oil and gas companies for coastal loss
The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East is expected to file suit Wednesday against more than 100 oil and gas companies for contributing to the disappearance of Louisiana’s wetlands. The lawsuit argues that decades of drilling, dredging and extracting has destroyed wetlands that once provided a cushion against hurricane storm surge, forcing the agency to spend more on flood protection.
Posted inCriminal Justice, Government & Politics
Live blog: City Council discusses funding, effectiveness of NOLA for Life programs
Councilwoman Stacy Head said a previous hearing “was more of a PR presentation.”
Posted inCriminal Justice
Live blog: Sheriff’s Office budget poked, prodded in federal court
After a tongue-lashing last month from judge about delays, sheriff expected to be better prepared this week.
Posted inCharter Schools
New principal named at Miller-McCoy Academy
Eric Greely, former New Orleans resident who moved to Missouri after Katrina, returns home to take principal’s position.
Posted inGovernment & Politics
Louisiana unemployment could surpass national rate as Katrina rebuilding tapers
The state has traditionally had higher unemployment than the national rate. The post-Katrina boom pushed it lower.
Posted inCharter Schools
Fannie Williams charter unveils 2013-14 budget
School’s largest expense, $2.8 million, goes for salaries.
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Einstein board gets a look at Michoud campus renovations
Members will vote Tuesday on whether to accept to accept the facility, which had mold problems.