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OPINION | Project 2025 Has Already Infiltrated Seattle Public Schools Seattle’s new “well-resourced schools” plan might sound like progress, but parent Rebekah Binns warns it could lead to overcrowded classrooms, fewer resources, and reduced staffing—all while aligning with Project 2025’s vision for dismantling public education. In our latest op-ed, Binns argues that closing schools and "right-sizing" doesn't truly serve students. Instead, it could create a divided system where private, charter, and religious-affiliated schools thrive while public schools become increasingly under-resourced. Read the full op-ed by Rebekah Binns on the Emerald. https://lnkd.in/gEwyxsYH /// #Voices #Opinion #SeattlePublicSchools #Project2025 #Seattle #SouthSeattle #SouthEnd

🏫 Chicago Board of Education’s Strategic Plan: Impact on Charter Schools🏫 The Chicago Board of Education is preparing to release a five-year strategic plan aimed at revitalizing district-run neighborhood schools and revisiting the choice system. Charter advocates are watching closely, as concerns grow about potential impacts on charter schools—public institutions managed by private organizations. Many fear the renewal process has become too burdensome, detracting from the focus on student success. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gejANFqZ As NLCP approaches our own charter renewal, we are seeking support from our community to ensure we can continue to provide excellent education to our students. For more information or to offer support, contact Katie Hogan, Manager of External Affairs, at khogan@nlcphs.org to write a letter of support! #CharterSchools #EducationStrategy #NLCP #CommunitySupport #EducationReform #CPS #CharterRenewal #Chicago #NorthLawndale #Chalkbeat

📝 CASE STUDY: In this video from WVLT, the Knox County School District released their discipline data report which had eye opening discoveries. Restorative practices were then introduced as a way to offer more support for students, staff, and the community as a whole, utilizing training from the IIRP. Read the full article here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3TPPf4b #IIRP #RestorativePractices #NonPunitive #Education #BuildingCommunity #Relationships #DataReport #RPCaseStudy

📚 House Bill 1136: A Bold Proposal to Restructure #Indianapolis Public Schools 📚 In a recent discussion, Emil Nabo Ekiyor, CEO of InnoPower LLC (InnoPower Indy), shared insights on House Bill 1136 and its potential impact on #Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS). The bill proposes dissolving IPS, citing that 61% of students within its boundaries attend other educational institutions, such as charter or private schools. Emil Ekiyor emphasized that IPS currently serves approximately 33,000 students, with 21,000 in district-managed schools, these numbers represent real individuals and families who depend on quality education to secure well-paying jobs. The decisions made today are crucial for the future of our city. The Challenge: The bill addresses significant challenges, including declining enrollment in traditional public schools and the allocation of resources. With a majority of students opting for alternative educational options, questions arise about the sustainability and effectiveness of the current public school system. The Proposed Solution: House Bill 1136 suggests dissolving underperforming school districts like IPS and converting them into charter schools. This approach aims to reallocate resources more efficiently and provide educational environments that better meet the needs of students. Emil Ekiyorunderscores the importance of viewing these statistics as representing real people and families. He advocates for thoughtful consideration of the bill's implications, emphasizing that the decisions made today will significantly impact the city's future. #EducationReform #HouseBill1136 #Indianapolis #PublicSchools #StudentSuccess #CommunityImpact #InnoPower #EmilEkiyor #FutureLeaders #EdReform

I'm excited to share a new New America – Education Policy Program brief, co-authored with my colleague Jordan Abbott, on segregation between school districts in the 21st century. Tomorrow marks the 70-year anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision striking down school segregation. But school integration efforts made only halting progress after the Brown ruling, and backsliding began in the late 1980s. Today, as the public school system sees both increasing diversity and declining enrollment, the patterns of segregation between school districts are shifting. If we're going to succeed at school integration, we need to target our efforts where students live and learn today. Read the brief for more: https://lnkd.in/gYqreiFt And check out the longer report upon which this builds: https://lnkd.in/gTRcY-Cb For those looking for a short version of the brief's key themes and findings: 📈The percentage of students of color in America's public schools has steadily increased. Even districts that saw overall population decline still saw increases in their numbers of students of color. ⛔ Even though the country's public school enrollees are now majority (53%) students of color, the average school district is still large-majority white (68%). So while the public-school system as a whole is diversifying, students of different races still often attend school in separate districts. 🧱 In fact, the average district border only became more segregating since 2000, marking a racial divide of 11 percentage points then and increasing steadily to14 percentage points in 2021. 🧭 America's most segregating borders have crept westward. In 2000, the 100 biggest racial divides between neighboring districts were all east of the Mississippi. There hasn't been a sea-change, but we do now see some of these borders in the Plains states, West, and Southwest. ⭕ In metro areas, we repeatedly see a pattern in which inner-ring suburbs are diversifying and outer-ring suburbs are remaining or becoming more white. As a result, city school districts are less racially segregated from their immediate suburban neighbors, but inner- and outer-ring suburbs are more segregated from each other than they used to be. Urban/suburban segregation hasn't vanished, but it has frequently moved one level outward. #segregation #integration #diversity #Brownat70 #publiceducation #publicschools #edequity

Introducing another insightful project from Zahava Stadler and Jordan Abbott at New America. This project sheds light on a significant milestone: the seventieth anniversary of the historic United States Supreme Court decision Brown v. Board of Education, celebrated in May 2024. Expanding upon The Crossing the Line report, authored by Zahava and Jordan, which meticulously identifies the 100 most racially segregating borders in the country for 2021. These borders delineate the greatest disparities in the percentage of students of color enrolled in the districts on either side. Moreover, the report delves into the historical context of these divides, examining how entrenched racist housing policies have perpetuated residential segregation and contributed to unequal property values. These inequities, in turn, result in disparate allocation of local property tax dollars for schools. Through rigorous analysis\ and compelling mapping visuals, Zahava and Jordan's project provides invaluable insights into the dynamics of school segregation in the United States over the past two decades. #Esri #StoryMaps #GIS #Visualizations #History #SpatialHistory

WSFCS parents/guardians: I have strong opinions about school choice, diversity, residential zoning/boundaries, equity, school environment, modernity in education, access to transportation, magnet schools vs charter schools vs private schools, etc. My opinions are reflected in MY survey responses but I believe EVERY parent/guardian deserves for their opinion to be heard on this matter. (Since this began, I've had several random people reach out to my business page or via my business email seeking advice on school choice for their own children. I'm working on something helpful but in the meantime you can schedule a complimentary call with me; space is VERY limited for this but I'll help as many of you as I can until I roll-out some resources) ✏️🏫💡📚 Please complete this survey.... https://ow.ly/6QBM50U0x11 about the Fostering Diverse Schools initiative. Your input will help shape plans for modernizing school residential boundaries.... To learn more about Fostering Diverse Schools visit: https://ow.ly/Ah8w50U0x0Z #wsfcs

When it comes to choosing where to live, one of the most important factors for families is the quality of the local schools. In North East Florida, there are several standout school districts that offer excellent education.... Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/ejBPeXM3 #EaglesWorldRealty #EWRBlog #FloridaSchools #LoveWhereYouLive #TopSchools

As more schools become eligible for CEP at lower thresholds, it is critical to understand the strategies school districts are implementing to make community eligibility a reality in their schools. On Thursday, April 25 at 3 pm Eastern, join the FRAC and school district partners as we discuss ways to successfully implement CEP at lower eligibility levels. https://lnkd.in/eC87S_Dg

🔑 Key takeaway - Charter schools can be innovative catalysts within the public education system. 🎓 Decades ago, these schools were an unsung concept. But now? Charter schools are thriving in Mississippi, influencing education on a broader scale. 💡 Mississippi - a state brimming with over 10 operating charter schools. These institutions are government-funded, yet hold unique autonomy that sets them apart from traditional public schools. 🎯 Ensured by the aptly named Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board, these schools undertake a mission - to revolutionize education while serving diverse student populations. Just because they're unconventional, doesn't mean they're unaccountable. They're continually monitored, held responsible for their performance metrics. 📊 But how have they fared? Here's a comforting nugget. These schools have been lauded for improving student outcomes, particularly among traditionally underserved students. 💼 While the decades shape and reshape education narratives, one thing remains constant - Charter schools in Mississippi stand tall, extending myriad choices, fostering an environment ripe for educational success. 🏆 So, let's discuss - Are charter schools redefining how we approach education? Looking forward to your thoughts! 📚 Charter schools TalentServe #CharterSchools #PublicEducation #Innovation #Mississippi #EducationReform #StudentOutcomes #Accountability #EducationChoice #EducationSuccess #CharterSchoolImpact #EducationRevolution #ReachifyMe