New Orleans Military and Maritime Academy should get a B grade in the fall, principal says
Also, construction at the school's new Federal City campus is expected to be complete in December, leader says.
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Lycée board approves 19-day plan to find an interim CEO
Lycee's search committee quickly scheduled four candidate interviews this week, the first to happen at 7:30 p.m. today.
Hynes’ $5.7 million budget anticipates slight enrollment growth in 2013-14
Hynes leaders plan a 4 p.m. public hearing today at the school.
Wilson charter holds summer remediation following release of test scores
It's going to take more work to meet new Common Core standards, leader says.
New Beginnings school board stifles public comment prior to lengthy executive session
"We can’t have the public participate in the board meeting," board president tells a frustrated onlooker.
Einstein principal Toranto receives vote of confidence from charter school board
Board president Ryan Bennett cited “consistent growth in student achievement and school performance scores” under Toranto's leadership.
Hynes to hold hearing on $5.7 million budget Monday
The hearing is planned for 4 p.m. at the school.
Lusher expects to dip into reserves to cover expenses in 2013-14 school year
But a Louisiana Supreme Court decision on school vouchers funding means the school could take a smaller hit than first expected.
Lusher expects $260 more per student following court’s decision on voucher funding
The extra money means the school will not have to dip as far into its reserves as originally planned for next school year.
Leaders say testing gains will qualify F-rated McDonogh #32 and Fischer for charter renewals
Both schools needed to see at least a 10 point increase to their school performance score.
