The CharterFolk Chat features Marlon Marshall discussing his leadership at City Fund, addressing educational disparities, and highlighting opportunities for significant changes amid current disruptions.
Weekend greetings, CharterFolk. Today we’re delighted to release a CharterFolk Chat with Brenda Cora … … the new CEO at Noble Public Schools, a charter management organization in Chicago operating 17 schools and serving over 12,300 students. You can access our discussion in audio form here on our website, or on Youtube here if you prefer video. It’s
Weekend greetings, CharterFolk. Today we’re happy to release a CharterFolk Chat with Derrell Bradford … … wherein he expands upon the themes he explored in the Contributor Column he wrote to kick off 2025 … … which, I have to say, has struck a chord with CharterFolk readers as much as any other column we
This CharterFolk Chat features Diana Diaz-Harrison, Founder of Arizona Autism Charter Schools. Discussing autism diagnosis trends, early intervention benefits, and educational readiness, Diana shares insights from her experience creating an impactful charter school. She emphasizes leadership needs in education and the Yass Prize’s role in expanding autism support across states.
The CharterFolk Chat with Howard Fuller explores various topics, including his experiences in Mozambique, the importance of commitment to purpose, and insights on racial justice. Howard reflects on educational reform challenges, the support for youth, and the evolution of activism. The conversation emphasizes resilience and the need for collaboration among educational institutions.
The CharterFolk Chat features Danielle West-Augustin, Executive Director of Queen City Academy, discussing her recognition as CharterFolk of the Year. The conversation explores her current responsibilities, advocacy efforts, and the importance of engaging staff in political matters. Danielle offers insights for other charter leaders and encourages increased involvement in advocacy efforts.
The CharterFolk Chat with Kim Smith highlights her influential role in the charter school movement, including founding key organizations like New School Venture Fund and Pahara. Kim discusses the importance of community partnerships, addressing systemic inequities, and reuniting focus on racial equity and innovation within education reform. The conversation emphasizes ongoing challenges and necessary bold reforms.
This CharterFolk Chat features former Senators Ember Reichgott Junge and Gary Hart, pioneers of the U.S. charter school movement. They discuss the improbable passage of their landmark legislation, civil rights origins, recent surprises in education, and strategies for future advocacy, as CharterFolk prepares for its 30th anniversary.
The 8th CharterFolk Chat highlights the importance of building charter school advocacy at the state level, featuring prominent guests Myrna Castrejón, Starlee Coleman, and Andrew Broy. They discuss recent developments in their regions, the impact of the Covid crisis on educational options, and the need for increased political collaboration and resources to enhance advocacy efforts.
In a recent CharterFolk Chat, Nella Garcia Urban, Chief Program Officer for Yes Prep Public Schools, emphasizes the crucial role of Latino educators in improving educational opportunities for Latino students. She discusses the importance of diversity, mentorship, and representation within the charter school movement to foster future leadership and advocate for equity and inclusion.