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CharterFolk Contributor David Akdemir – The Power of Collaboration: Charter Schools Uniting for Educational Excellence

September 14, 2023

Good morning, CharterFolk! Today we are pleased to share a contributor column from Dr. David Akdemir, the Executive Director of Harmony Education Solutions. I provide David’s bio below. Dr. David C. Akdemir is the Executive Director of Harmony Education Solutions, the purpose of which is to provide support and consultation for international and national schools

CharterFolk Contributors Khalique Rogers and Joe Nathan – Two Specific Suggestions to Help Students and Communities

September 7, 2023

Good morning, CharterFolk! Today we are pleased to share a contributor column from Khalique Rogers and Joe Nathan, co-directors of the Center for School Change. We provide brief bios for Khalique and Joe below. Both have been asked to speak at several national conferences and co-authored several columns published in Minnesota newspapers, such as this

WonkyFolk Vol 8 – The Home Base Episode

August 30, 2023

Greetings, CharterFolk! This week, Andy and I are talking with Lakisha Young, the Founder and CEO of The Oakland REACH, and Heather Harding, Ed.D, the Executive Director of the Campaign for a Shared Future. Our conversation focuses on the difficult judgement calls parents and advocates are having to make as they attempt to retain focus

WonkyFolk Vol 7 – Learning From a Place That is Not a Hot Steaming Mess

August 22, 2023

Greetings, CharterFolk! This week, Andy and I are talking about traveling and the fun of summer, our two mystery guests for the next WonkyFolk, and finding educational common ground via the juxtaposition of partisan politics and genuine educational accomplishments in Virginia. Here is a link to our conversation where you can listen to the podcast.

CharterFolk Contributor Chris Reynolds – The Facilities Affordability Gap

August 18, 2023

Good morning, CharterFolk! Today we are pleased to share a contributor column from Chris Reynolds, Senior Advisor for New Schools for Alabama (NSFA). I provide Chris’ bio below. Chris Reynolds is the Senior Advisor for New Schools for Alabama. Chris is a former CPA with an extensive background in charter school leadership, nonprofit management, and

CharterFolk on the Move – August 2023 by Mollie Mitchell

August 10, 2023

Good morning, CharterFolk! Today we are pleased to share the first edition of CharterFolk on the Move from Mollie Mitchell, the President and Founder of The K12 Search Group. I provide Mollie’s bio below. Mollie Mitchell is the President and Founder of The K12 Search Group, a national search firm that provides executive search services to

CharterFolk Contributor Chris Topham – Waldorf Education + Charter Schools = A Wonderful Marriage

August 4, 2023

Good morning, CharterFolk! Today we are pleased to share a contributor column from Chris Topham, Executive Director Sebastopol Independent Charter School, a Public Waldorf School. I provide Chris’ bio below. Chris joined Sebastopol Charter in 2013. Prior to arriving, Chris served as the Lower School Coordinator at Summerfield Waldorf School, an administrative role that he

CharterFolk Contributor Brittany Kinser – Harnessing the Power of Advocacy: A Catalyst for Change in Milwaukee’s Education Funding

July 27, 2023

Good morning, CharterFolk! Today we are pleased to share a contributor column from Brittany Kinser, CEO and President of City Forward Collective. I provide Brittany’s bio below. Brittany Kinser has spent her professional life as a teacher and education leader, and currently serves as the CEO and President of City Forward Collective. After teaching in

CharterFolk Contributors Kristin Levine and Mike Montoya – Strategic Moves Improve Outcomes for Schools

July 20, 2023

Good morning, CharterFolk! Today we are pleased to share a contributor column from Kristin Levine, Director of Academic Services, Stronger Consulting, and Mike Montoya, the CEO and founder of Stronger Consulting. I provide Kristin and Mike’s bios below. Kristin Levine is the Director Academic Services, Stronger Consulting. Kristin has 15 years of experience leading for

CharterFolk Contributor Wendy Edwards – The Sauce

July 13, 2023

Good morning, CharterFolk! Today we are pleased to share a contributor column from Wendy Edwards, Executive Director of Early Childhood Academy Public Charter School. I provide Wendy’s bio below. Wendy Edwards is a longstanding educator in the public school sector of the District of Columbia. She is the founding principal and current executive director