NOCP schools report drop in suspensions
CEO says organization doing a better job of spotting behavioral problems early.
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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.
KIPP organization agrees to buy lot
Schools group may get break on price if it keeps the South Robertson Street lot blight-free.
Plessy school facing fundraising shortfall
School in its first year of operation needs $150,000.
Morris Jeff board looking to improve communications
Board holds retreat, looks for ways to gather data from the school.
Algiers charter group looking outside the city
ACSA may follow other New Orleans charter groups and look to operate schools outside the city.
Pupil count lower than expected
Lower enrollment at Miller McCoy results in less money to the school.
Enrollment means more money for Hynes
Increase in per-pupil funds means surplus for Lakeview charter.
Wright school dealing with behavior issues
Adults patrol corner on school mornings.
Karr rebuilding plans move forward
Construction to replace Algiers school must begin by June 30.
FirstLine board discusses construction
CEO notes good news in performance-grade improvements.
