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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.

Pre-K classes hurt Audubon’s finances

School charges parents for pre-kindergarten classes, but still has a deficit there.
by Della Hasselle September 23, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Sci High may revise budget higher

School has 393 students now, but is hoping for 410.
by Thomas Thoren September 20, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Morris Jeff board considers charter amendments

School budget currently showing a net loss of about $20,000.
by Della Hasselle September 20, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

International High School looking for new leader

New school building may also be in the cards for CBD charter.
by Stephen Babcock September 20, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Bids rejected for new Lake Forest site

Bids are high, possibly because of other construction demand in the city.
by Joshua Johnston September 20, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

ARISE Academy OKs loan for bus fleet

Charter system has been running its own bus service since the beginning of the school year.
by Della Hasselle September 19, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Collegiate Academies touts benefits to Baton Rouge audience

Charter school operator looking to expand.
by Kelsey Foster September 19, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Coghill budget sent to state

No vote taken because quorum not at hearing.
by April Siese September 17, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

ReNEW charter group predicts better ratings

Schools to be open for tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
by Thomas Thoren September 13, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Success Prep seeks solution to building issues

Of the school's 450 students, 70 are special-education students.
by Jenny Peterson September 13, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

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