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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.

Tubman charter to get a band program, thanks to unexpected influx of funds

During its annual financial audit, the school's former charter management organization discovered a $686,000 due to Tubman.
by Jessica Williams April 17, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

NOPD says feds now looking into 2011 embezzlement from Lusher Charter School

So far Lauren Hightower has not been charged with any crime, though she admitted taking money from the school.
by Tom Gogola April 17, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

John Mac charter school leaders are concerned about making payroll

School leaders warn they will need additional funding in order to pay their 45 employees on April 30.
by Jessica Williams and Della Hasselle April 17, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Two nights of Lycée CEO interviews likely to happen behind closed doors

Though it none of the candidates are expected to be at the school in person, it does appear that all of the interviews will likely take place in executive session.
by Marta Jewson April 17, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

New Orleans Federal Alliance phased out of its role in the new NOMMA school, leader says

Now, the Algiers Development District will oversee the development in the long term, school leader says.
by Joshua Johnston April 17, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Ouch! Schools face last-minute funding cut; state denies vouchers are to blame

Enrollment levels are at the heart of a per-pupil state funding cut that appears likely to trim budgets by 4 percent in the remaining months of the school year.
by Jessica Williams April 16, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Wilson Charter School taps new board member for Broadmoor school

James Baker, an experienced project manager, was selected for his ties to Broadmoor and education.
by Hannah Iannazzo April 16, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

Plan would allow some charter schools to reserve seats while taking part in OneApp

It's designed to accommodate military and language-immersion schools with students from around the state.
by Jessica Williams April 15, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

KIPP New Orleans prepares to expand beyond nine charter schools

Also, board members disagreed Thursday over when to hire a new CFO.
by Erin Krall April 15, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

ReNEW leaders optimistic about funding despite continued uncertainty in E-rate money

ReNEW schools enrolled more students than projected this year, resulting in an increase in per-pupil funding, official says.
by Marta Jewson April 12, 2013 Updated November 7, 2019

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