Administrative takeover by ReNEW is questioned by one parent, unhappy that the decision was not aired more fully by the board.
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Wilson Charter seeks community development director; LEAP scores prove disappointing
Departure of four teachers seen as a big improvement on former attrition rate of more than 50 percent in one year.
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McDonogh City Park Academy board signals desire to partner with ReNew charter group
Crescent City Schools impressed some board members but failed to secure majority support.
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Wilson board launches recruitment drive, urges hiring community development director
Cook-off Finale scheduled for next Monday evening. The event, which has been likened to TV’s “Top Chef,” is sponsored by Wilson’s parents association.
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McDonogh City Park narrows search for new management to two candidates
The New Orleans Charter Schools Foundation is close to choosing a charter management organization to take over McDonogh City Park Academy in the coming school year. The two finalists, Crescent City Schools and ReNEW Schools, made presentations to the board at its monthly meeting, March 18. The search began in January and by February, the […]
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Decision imminent on new management team for McDonogh City Park Academy
School’s board of directors votes to stay with state pension plan for teachers.
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Termites complicate campus overhaul; Wright’s return to Napoleon not expected until fall
Installation of window grates appears to have ended break-ins at temporary campus on Monroe Street.
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Finding more termite damage, Wright pushes back expected return to Napoleon campus
Rather than work being completed for the August start of classes, students should now expect a return later in the fall.
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Choice still waiting for answer from state about why it didn’t get new campus
School leader says state school board reneged on verbal agreement on Hollygrove building, giving site to KIPP
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Successful gala pushes fundraising for ‘Wilson to Washington’ trip near its goal
Suspension rate drops sharply thanks to use of restorative circles to address misbehavior.