InspireNOLA ponders taking on administrative duties performed by Algiers charter group
Switch would require hiring four to six staffers at a cost that could top $500,000 with benefits, directors say.
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Schools
Reporting on education in New Orleans and across Louisiana. This category explores how policies, leadership, and community voices shape the experiences of students, teachers, and families—covering everything from classroom challenges to school reforms and success stories.
KIPP triples surplus, readies new schools in Hollygrove, eastern New Orleans
New financial controls urged by auditors will be fully implemented by June, board treasurer says.
Financial books are in order, but unpaid aftercare bills worry Morris Jeff board
School mourns loss of beloved pre-K instructor Jerry Foxworth, a veteran New Orleans public school teacher.
Franklin faculty debate proper role of a newly created board committee on academics
Should a board committee be setting performance goals, or is that the province of faculty and administrators, teachers ask.
Auditors question $14,500 in credit card spending at Sophie B. Wright
The school principal says documentation has been found for all but $1,600 in charges.
IHS enrollment surge, OneApp quirks preoccupy VIBE board; Doha class reviewed
Having too many applications is a nice problem to confront, board member Blumenthal opines.
Lusher board tries taking new PARCC practice test — and isn’t all that pleased
Story contains a link that allows readers to sample test questions.
Ben Franklin board releases meeting agenda
No-interest loan from MLK Charter eases Craig Charter back to $200,000 surplus
Comment cards arrayed at board meeting, but no one comes forward and meeting is adjourned without inviting public comment.
Singleton students among beneficiaries of Justice Dept. grant to Dryades Y
School budget back in the black after enrollment slump and staff cuts.
