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Charter Schools

In-depth coverage of New Orleans’ charter school system and its impact on students, families, and communities. This category examines accountability, equity, and outcomes—asking how the city’s experiment in education reform is shaping the future of public schooling.

Getting in is just the beginning; College Prep looks for ways to make alumni successful

Discussion touches on starting a fund to help with the small, unexpected charges that can bedevil a college student.
by Joshua Johnston June 17, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

FirstLine fund balance will cover slight revenue shortfall and Common Core tech costs

The goal is one computer for every three students. Currently the ratio is one for every six students.
by Seth Mattei June 17, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Singleton enrollment expected to hold steady, requiring cuts in projected revenues, spending

The new enrollment projection calls for 80 fewer students than were anticipated when the 2013-14 budget was drawn up.
by Della Hasselle June 17, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Craig Charter paying off $705,000 King loan

More than a third is paid off in first year of 10-year, interest-free loan.
by Jessica Williams June 11, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Akili curriculum director to become principal

Former principal was moved into classroom after drop in overall school score.
by Jessica Williams June 10, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Collegiate Academies expects modest budget shortfall next school year

The charter organization will dip into its reserves to cover it.
by Kelsey Foster June 7, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Akili Proposed Annual Operating Budget released

by Charter Schools Editor June 6, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Harriet Tubman Proposed Annual Operating Budget released

by Charter Schools Editor June 6, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Habans Proposed annual operating budget released

by Charter Schools Editor June 6, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Proposed Morris Jeff budget for 2014-15

by Charter Schools Editor June 5, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

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