Ben Franklin High School board votes to recognize teachers’ union
The school will collectively bargain with teachers after 85% said they wanted to join a union.
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Live blog: Ben Franklin board to vote on teachers’ union
They will meet in private before the vote, but board president said they would discuss the matter in public.
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.
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.
$26,000 vanishes from charter group’s student activities fund; NOPD on the case
New Foundations board replenishes the account; student activities will not be impaired.
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.
