Performance score rises; Success Prep teachers, support staff rewarded with raise
Nine new teachers have been hired and more are on the way. Student recruitment drive is also gearing up.
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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.
Chosen by City Park Academy, ReNEW group begins studying options surrounding takeover
ReNEW could opt to take over McDonogh City Park Academy's charter or start fresh by securing "turnaround" status for the school.
Hearing on Warren Easton’s 2014-15 budget set for June 18; projected enrollment: 930
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.
What to do with a windfall of new grants, revenues? Public budget hearing set for May 22
The money will mostly be used to augment reserve funds at New Beginnings' four schools.
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.
Miller-McCoy leader urges two-year contract with TFA to beef up math, science instruction
After reviewing annual budget, board approves purchase of a used bus.
Plessy Community School assigned to former site of A.P. Tureaud Elementary on Pauger Street
The decision was received since the last board meeting. The school has room for a few more students in the coming year.
Choice Foundation vs. KIPP: Who will get to take over management of Dunbar Elementary?
Landry claims Hollygrove residents prefer Choice Foundation; BESE meets at Xavier to discuss the issue May 28.
Interim team hired to run Algiers charter group finances as budget process looms
Decision made to seek bids for maintenance and custodial services. Board member urges special effort to attract disadvantaged contractors.
