Four States Pursuing Facilities Funding for Charter Schools in 2023
Access and funding for high-quality school facilities remain a top priority for public charter schools and their advocates during the 2023 state legislative sessions.
National Alliance Applauds Introduction of Strong Montana Charter School Law
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools celebrates the filing of HB 562, The Community Choice Schools Act, a bill that will introduce public charter schools, charter authorizers, and charter funding to Montana.
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.
2022 State Legislative Highlights For Public Charter Schools
2022 turned out to be a dynamic year for charter schools, as many state lawmakers recognized the fact parents want more schooling options that fit their children’s unique needs. In total, close to 50% of states with charter school laws gained at least one legislative win.
Innovation in Action: 2022 State Legislative Highlights for Public Charter Schools
2022 was another consequential year of state-level legislative activity for charter schools.
Education Voters Are the Real Winners
Education played a significant role in the 2022 election cycle in America—and parents remain a key voting bloc. While control of the U.S. Congress hangs in the balance with a handful of races still too close to call, signs are clear that charter schools will emerge on stronger footing.
Fostering Charter School Growth Through State Loan and Grant Programs
Thirteen states and Washington, D.C. enacted charter school loan programs to help close the funding gaps—and we hope they inspire other states to do so as well.
National Alliance Issues Statement on Final Virginia Budget
Earlier this month, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the state budget into law. Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance of Public Charter Schools, issued the following statement.
Maintaining Positive Momentum for State Charter School Legislation in 2022
Oftentimes in election years such as 2022, there is less of an appetite among lawmakers to make big changes. That hasn’t been the case this year in a notable number of states.
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Honors 16 Bipartisan State and Congressional Lawmakers with the 2022 Champion for Charter Schools Award
The National Alliance for Public Schools honored 16 bipartisan State and Federal Lawmakers with the 2022 Champion for Charter Schools Award, recognizing these leaders’ commitment as lawmakers to seeing charter schools thrive and expand in their state and across the US.