New Mexico - CharterFolk

CharterFolk Contributor Matthew Pahl – Charter Schools in New Mexico: A Triumphant Evolution

December 15, 2023

The charter school movement in New Mexico has evolved through three key phases: initial community empowerment, the adoption of accountability due to poor performance, and finally, the establishment of transparent oversight leading to educational success. Today, charter schools outperform traditional schools, with strong community support highlighting their effectiveness in addressing local educational needs.

CharterFolk Contributor Hanna Skandera – Shaping the Future: The Importance of Championing School Choice

November 2, 2023

Hanna Skandera, president and CEO of the Daniels Fund, advocates for school choice, emphasizing its role in improving educational outcomes. The Fund aims to increase non-traditional school enrollment by 100,000 seats by 2030. Amid political challenges, Skandera highlights the need for diverse educational options to meet students’ unique needs and promote success.

CharterFolk Contributor Lydia Hoffman – What Would it Take for More Charter Schools to Improve the Educational Experiences of Diverse Learners?

September 28, 2023

Lydia Hoffman, a partner at the Charter School Growth Fund, discusses the need for charter schools to enhance educational experiences for diverse learners, particularly students with disabilities. She emphasizes collaboration, inclusive practices, and family engagement while identifying barriers like funding disparities and the siloing of special education that hinder progress. Through successful examples, she advocates for listening to student and family voices to improve outcomes.