Good day, CharterFolk. I’m sorry, maybe I’m just getting jaded. Or maybe I’ve got a grave case of confirmation bias going on here. I was planning to write about something else today, a topic obliquely related to dynamics in Virginia, and then I did a few minutes of clicking around about the political dynamics playing
This post discusses various trends in charter and Catholic school education, highlighting increased enrollments in Catholic schools and challenges faced by charter advocates in Virginia. It emphasizes the need for long-term advocacy strategies to build a stronger charter school movement, moving away from reactive, short-term approaches to sustainable growth and engagement.
CharterFolk introduces a new series called “The CharterFolk Oxygen Bar,” featuring inspiring conversations with influential figures in public education. The inaugural guest, Yvonne Chan, founder of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center, is celebrated for her contributions to charter schools and her inspirational presence. The conversation can be accessed via YouTube and the CharterFolk podcast.
Daiana Lambrecht, Senior Director at Rocketship Public Schools, emphasizes the importance of empowering immigrant families through authentic community engagement and advocacy. Drawing from her personal experiences, she highlights the organization’s commitment to building parent power, mobilizing communities to advocate for education, equity, and social justice, while calling for collective action within the charter school sector.
The post reflects on transformative changes expected in education for 2022, surpassing those of 2021. It addresses the overwhelming responsibility educators face, critiques the dysfunction of traditional school systems, and suggests that charter schools may lead innovative reforms. Amid these shifts, a supportive community is essential to navigate challenges ahead.