A Silver Lining of the Pandemic Shines in Iowa as Charter School Reform Bill Becomes Law
The National Alliance thanks Governor Reynolds, Senator Sinclair, and Representative Wheeler for their leadership on this bill.
6 Charter School Students Honored as 2021 Presidential Scholars
During a profoundly challenging year, these young people have demonstrated an inspiring commitment to excellence.
A Recap of National Charter Schools Week 2021
The National Charter Schools Week 2021: 30 Year Strong celebration for the 30th anniversary of the first charter school law took place May 9-15, 2021.
An Unlikely Bill Strengthens Wyoming's Charter School Law
Through effective advocacy, Wyoming families and educators will soon have access to more quality public schooling opportunities.
The American Families Plan: Shaping the Future of Public Education
Education must be a top priority to fulfill this promise as our leaders in federal, state, and local governments make important decisions that affect our students’ futures.
5 Charter Schools Recognized as 2021 Green Ribbon Schools
This year, the Department selected 27 honorees as 2021 Green Ribbon Schools, including five charter schools.
Q&A with LEARN D.C. for Month of the Military Child
We caught up with Dr. Jill Gaitens, executive director of LEARN D.C., to gain insight into the mission and future of the school, which is authorized to give a 50% priority to military-connected children in the nation's capital.
Charter Schools Top Ranked Among 2021 Best High Schools
Charter schools only make up 10% of all public schools included in the ranking, but they make up 24% of the top 100 best high schools.
Maine Families Push Against Anti-Charter School Legislation—and Win
The collective action of Maine's 10 public charter schools and their supporters led to a decisive win this week in the Pine Tree state with the defeat of bill LD604 that created a far-ranging threat to how charter schools would operate.
What Will the American Rescue Plan Act Mean for Your School?
The American Rescue Plan Act provides nearly $122 billion in COVID-19 relief funding for K-12 education. That’s a lot of money considering that the FY2021 regular appropriation for K-12 programs is $42.6 billion.