Get Schooled on Public Education #1: Why Parents Choose Charter Schools
Episode #1 of the Get Schooled on Public Education podcast features a parent at Rainier Valley Leadership Academy and the school leader.
Moving In: Dreams Turned Into Reality
January 19, 2023 was a special day for the South Bronx neighborhood of Mott Haven.
5 Top Federal Priorities for Charter Schools in 2023
With the start of the 118th Congress getting underway, it is time for us update and reaffirm our top policy priorities for charter schools. As families and schools continue to grapple with the impacts of the pandemic, what will make a difference for students in 2023?
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Applauds Wyoming's Charter School Law Update
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools applauds the introduction of SF 0174, a bill that proposes to establish a new statewide authorizer to approve new charter schools and hold those schools accountable for their academic performance. If this bill passes, those who want to start a charter school could apply to either its local school board or the new statewide authorizer.
Preview of 2023 State Legislative Sessions and Charter Schools
With state legislative sessions underway, our efforts to protect the interests of students and families seeking high-quality public education options are in full swing.
Get Schooled on Public Education: Pilot
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools invites you to Get Schooled on Public Education with former charter school teacher and podcast host Brittnee Baker. If you’re ready to get schooled, subscribe today.
Vital Charter Schools Program Funded by Congress
"The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools thanks Congressional leaders for finalizing the FY23 spending bill that includes $440 million for the critical Charter Schools Program (CSP) along with flexibility to direct more of the funds to meet facility needs."
A Year in Review: 2022 and the Power of Advocates
What an eventful year it’s been! Throughout 2022, the charter school movement was challenged in profound ways and parents, educators, and allies stepped up to fight for high-quality public school options at every opportunity.
National Alliance Applauds U.S. Senators for Efforts to Challenge Harmful Rules to the Charter Schools Program
Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, issued the following statement on the vote for the Congressional Review Act to overturn the U.S. Department of Education’s Final Priorities, Requirements, Definitions, and Selection Criteria (NPP) for three grant competitions of the Charter Schools Program.
3 Ways Celebrities Showed Up for Charter Schools in 2022
From helping to open a schools, increasing school or student resources, or imparting their wisdom, celebrities have helped many more students gain access to high-quality public schools and memories that will last them a lifetime.