National Alliance Monthly News - November 2019
As we approach Thanksgiving, the National Alliance is grateful for charter school allies from every party and every background.
The Real Take: Cory Booker and Charter Schools
There are a lot of myths surrounding Sen. Booker and charter schools during his time as an elected official in Newark but, as someone who worked with him, it was no surprise to the National Alliance's Ron Rice that he published a supportive op-ed in the New York Times.
Charter School Leaders of Color Engage Families to Support Students
There is nothing more compelling than hearing the stories of students and families whose lives have been changed by the passionate dedication of public school teachers and leaders.
Harmony Demonstrates How Charter Schools Lead on STEM
Educators across America celebrated the exciting opportunities made possible by science, technology, engineering, and math studies. One charter school network that’s leading the charge: Harmony Public Schools.
Great Minds®: Developing Math and Social-Emotional Skills on the Right Track
A look at the Eureka Math® program from 2019 National Charter Schools Conference sponsor Great Minds®.
National Alliance Monthly News - October 2019
In this edition of the Monthly News, National Alliance President & CEO Nina Rees highlights the National Alliance's response to Sen. Warren's education plan and provides the federal, state, and legal updates in the charter school landscape.
Great Minds®: New Science Standards Deserve High-Quality Curriculum
An explanation of the Next Generation Science Standards, based on The Framework for K–12 Education, from 2019 National Charter Schools Conference sponsor Great Minds.
How the Charter School Legal Action Fund Supports the Movement
The Charter School Legal Action Fund is designed to defend the charter school movement against legal attacks and advance the rights of our schools and students.
Addressing Differences in Public Schools Based on Federal Data
The National Alliance research team analyzes a new report from the U.S. Department of Education examining school choice in the United States and where charter schools stand.
3 Ways Charter Schools Can Meet the Needs of Native Students and Communities
Three key themes emerged during the National Alliance-organized visit to DC Bilingual Public Charter School in conjunction with the National Congress of American Indians Tribal Unity Impact Days.