The post discusses the importance of strengthening national advocacy for charter schools during Biden’s presidency through increased membership dues to state associations. It emphasizes the need for coalitions and collective efforts in various states, aiming for the ambitious 25x25x25 campaign—25 states contributing $25 per pupil in dues by 2025 to enhance advocacy capacity.
Sue Park, Head of School at Yu Ming Charter School in Oakland, is celebrated for her commitment to creating brighter futures for students. With a background in bilingual education and advocacy, she has transformed Yu Ming into California’s top-performing public school. Under her leadership, the school emphasizes biliteracy and biculturalism, recently expanding despite challenges.
The CharterFolk message expresses gratitude for increased viewership and new subscriber engagement while announcing an upcoming chat. It emphasizes the need for collective action in response to federal advocacy challenges facing charter schools. A Top Ten list outlines strategic preparations for effective mobilization without implying a call to action.
Jerel Bryant, Principal of G.W. Carver High School in New Orleans, is celebrated as CharterFolk Extraordinaire for his exceptional leadership. Recognized as Louisiana’s High School Principal of the Year, he has transformed Carver by deeply understanding the community and fostering resilience, leading to remarkable academic achievements post-Katrina.
The post emphasizes the importance of charter school advocacy in politics, highlighting successful election efforts in New Mexico despite limited experience and funding. A coalition of local leaders mobilized to support pro-charter candidates, resulting in increased political support. The message urges others to engage similarly for the future of charter schools.
The CharterFolk Chat highlighted insights on expanding support for charter schools beyond low-income urban areas. Derrell Bradford emphasized that diverse political backing is essential for advocacy, which can be achieved by serving various communities. Experiences visiting Spain’s “colegios concertados” support the idea that broader representation can strengthen the charter school movement.
Delia Kumabe, alongside her mother Eva Pacheco, co-founded EJE Academies in El Cajon, California, providing a bilingual charter school for 700 Latino students after the local district closed a desired program. Their commitment to education, encapsulated in “EducationJusticeExcellence,” showcases their success and dedication to equity and excellence in public education.
The post discusses the challenges charter schools face with the incoming Biden Administration and provides four recommendations for advocacy: understanding the political landscape, swiftly countering anti-charter agendas, strengthening long-term advocacy, and responding to current educational needs due to COVID. The focus is on collaborative, bipartisan efforts to protect charter school interests.
This month’s CharterFolk Chat features Derrell Bradford, Hanna Skandera, and Andy Rotherham discussing recent election outcomes and their impact on charter schools. They highlight concerns about political rhetoric, state-level policy success, and the need for savvy advocacy amidst potential challenges from the Biden Administration. Key insights emphasize navigating education policy in a changing landscape.
The post discusses the positive impact of national election results on charter schools, particularly in Texas, Illinois, and California. State associations have evolved to engage politically, resulting in significant electoral victories for pro-charter candidates. It emphasizes the necessity for greater political involvement and increased membership dues to strengthen advocacy efforts for charter schools.