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City Park Academy delays move to year-round schooling, but brass rave about new CMO

Administrative takeover by ReNEW is questioned by one parent, unhappy that the decision was not aired more fully by the board.

By Kristen Himmelberg | June 18, 2014

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.

By Kristen Himmelberg | June 3, 2014

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.

By Kristen Himmelberg | May 13, 2014

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.

By Kristen Himmelberg | May 13, 2014

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.