2026

Good day, CharterFolk. Part of what I try to do here is keep Folk informed about what is happening in CharterLand while also highlighting positive developments that tend to receive less attention than the negative ones. That also means keeping it real when things do not go our way. A dispiriting court decision in Kentucky.

The post discusses the challenges faced by public education in the Bay Area, particularly the financial mismanagement and unrealistic expectations following teacher strikes. It highlights the flawed design of the education system that lacks fiscal accountability, suggesting that without strict financial constraints, schools cannot achieve true equity and excellence for students.

Good day, CharterFolk. We start with Jorge making a noble effort of it at the New York Times. He makes good arguments for policymakers to come to their senses. But sadly, the most telling part is the comments. There have been over 1,100. The most “recommended,” in order, opine: The standard anti-charter script. On repeat.

Long Weekend Greetings, CharterFolk. Trying to carve out a little time with family this weekend and next.  So posts may be a bit shorter.  I’m using the extra day to get this one out. By now, most of you have seen that the San Francisco strike has ended. CTA’s campaign to extract unaffordable compensation increases