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President Biden’s Budget Shows Support and Increased Funding for Title I, IDEA and HBCUs; Flat Funding for the Charter Schools Program

“There is much to applaud in the President’s FY23 proposed budget for education. Many students in vulnerable populations, including those from low-income communities, students with disabilities, and multilingual students would benefit from significantly increased funding. We were also pleased to see $20 billion in Title I funding as well as increased proposed funding for Historically Black… Continue reading President Biden’s Budget Shows Support and Increased Funding for Title I, IDEA and HBCUs; Flat Funding for the Charter Schools Program

House Passes 2022 Omnibus Bill with Charter Schools Program Funding

Statement from Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, on the House passage of the fiscal year 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. “We are grateful to our allies in Congress who believe in and advocate for charter schools, which are student-centered, tuition-free, and always public. “Charter schools are an important… Continue reading House Passes 2022 Omnibus Bill with Charter Schools Program Funding

Public Charter School Leaders of Color Take to the Hill to Educate Congress

In more than 75 meetings with congressional lawmakers, 41 public charter school leaders of color today delivered a message of equity, innovation, and hope in public education. Hosted by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, leaders from 21 states and the District of Columbia virtually advocated for these unique public schools and their families and students,… Continue reading Public Charter School Leaders of Color Take to the Hill to Educate Congress

2021 Year in Review

As we approach the end of the year and enjoy the festive season with friends and family, I’m reflecting on what a tremendous year it’s been for the charter school movement. Yes, we’ve had challenges. Students and educators are now in their third school year shaped by the pandemic. But it’s been inspiring to see… Continue reading 2021 Year in Review

Top 10 Posts on The Charter Blog in 2021 

Even amid the third school year in a row affected by a worldwide pandemic, public charter schools and our community have proven resilient. On The Charter Blog, we’ve provided updates on how important legislation could affect charter schools, showcased outstanding schools and individuals in our movement, and presented the facts about charter schools. Here are the top 10… Continue reading Top 10 Posts on The Charter Blog in 2021 

It’s Official: Facilities Support for Charter Schools Falls Short

Over the past two years, public education has been turned on its head. Enrollment in district schools has taken a nosedive, while charter school enrollment is on the rise. One thing that hasn’t changed? Charter schools still have extremely limited access to facilities. The General Accountability Office (GAO), a non-partisan office of Congress, recently released their study on… Continue reading It’s Official: Facilities Support for Charter Schools Falls Short

What’s the Potential Impact of Federal Funding Bills on Charter School Funding?

Researchers from the University of Arkansas released a new study looking at what charter school students stood to lose should the U.S. House of Representative’s education funding bill pass. In the 18 cities examined, charter school students would lose an average of $1,131 per-pupil in school resources. The bill could eliminate all federal funding to… Continue reading What’s the Potential Impact of Federal Funding Bills on Charter School Funding?

National Alliance Congratulates the 2021 U.S. Department of Education Charter Schools Program Grant Recipients

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Innovation and Improvement announced the recipients of $42 million in Credit Enhancement grants to help charter schools meet the cost of financing facilities. All charter schools are public schools, but they often lack equitable access to public buildings and public funding. Access to facilities financing is an important part of expanding… Continue reading National Alliance Congratulates the 2021 U.S. Department of Education Charter Schools Program Grant Recipients

National Alliance Submits Amicus Brief to 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals

In response to an August 9, 2021, ruling by the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond, Virginia which concluded that charter schools should not be considered “state actors,” the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools submitted an Amicus Brief in support of the American Civil Liberties Union’s (ACLU) petition for en banc review,… Continue reading National Alliance Submits Amicus Brief to 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals

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