On August 9, 2021, the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals included in a ruling that charter schools should not be considered “state actors,” and are therefore not subject to the Equal Protection Clause. Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance of Public Charter Schools, issued the following statement. “The National Alliance strongly… Continue reading National Alliance Statement on 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling on Charter Schools
Well, it’s been a big week here in Washington. The House of Representatives released their bill to start the conversation about education funding for the upcoming year. As we emerge from a challenging year for teachers, schools, and students we were anxious to see what the bill proposed. But, unfortunately, the bill is incredibly concerning for those… Continue reading New Education Funding Bill Threatens Charter Schools
Statement from Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, on the House Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill. “While the House Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill includes a necessary boost in education funding for nearly every facet of public education, it shaves $40 million from Fiscal Year 2021 funding level and from the President’s… Continue reading National Alliance Statement on the House Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives’ Appropriations Committee will consider legislation that includes funding for the federal Charter Schools Program (CSP). The CSP is the only federal source of funding for the growth and replication of these innovative, student-centered public schools that currently serve more than 3.3 million students. Today, the National Alliance releases… Continue reading A Modest Federal Investment with Strong Returns For Public School Students
The Charter Schools Program (CSP) is the nations only source of dedicated federal funding for the creation of public charter schools. For 25 years, the CSP has provided states with resources to help ensure that every child can access a high-quality education at a public school. Our 2021 annual report includes the same explanation and… Continue reading The Federal Charter Schools Program: 2021 Impact Report
Last week, President Biden unveiled his first presidential budget, revealing a commitment to educational equity with a historic 41% increase in education funding. As we emerge from a pandemic that has left millions of students struggling, this proposed increase is a bold step. He proposed big increases for a number of programs including: $36.5 billion in proposed support… Continue reading Education Priorities in Biden’s First Proposed Budget
With a proposed $102.8 billion in discretionary education spending, President Biden’s budget represents a historic 41 percent increase in education funding above the FY2021 enacted level. As the nation emerges from a pandemic that exacerbated inequities in educational access and left millions of students struggling to make up learning loss, this proposed increase is a bold step. Of note, $36.5 billion in proposed support for Title… Continue reading President Biden’s Proposed Budget is a Commitment to Equity
The United States Senate passed a resolution recognizing National Charter Schools Week and “congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education.” Celebrated annually in May, National Charter Schools Week highlights the more than 200,000 dedicated teachers, 3.3 million students, and 7,500 public charter schools across… Continue reading U.S. Senate Passes Resolution to Recognize America’s Charter Schools
Six charter school students were among 161 high school seniors honored as 2021 Presidential Scholars for their exceptional accomplishments in academics, the arts, or career and technical education. During a profoundly challenging year, these young people have demonstrated an inspiring commitment to excellence. Congratulations to all the charter school students in the 2021 class of Presidential Scholars and the exemplary charter schools that serve them: Viraj Mehta (Scottsdale, AZ) – BASIS Scottsdale Rohan P Kanchana (Hockessin, DE) – Newark Charter Junior/Senior High School, U.S Presidential… Continue reading 6 Charter School Students Honored as 2021 Presidential Scholars
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