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CharterFolk Contributor William Hill – When A Good Authorizer Goes Bad

February 10, 2024

William Hill, Executive Director of Rocketship Tennessee, shares insights on educational equity and leadership in Nashville. He recounts former Mayor Karl Dean’s efforts to integrate high-quality charter schools into Metro Nashville Public Schools, highlighting challenges faced by charter operators amid political tensions. Despite setbacks, Rocketship Nashville successfully appealed to continue operating, emphasizing the need for fair educational opportunities.

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

July 27, 2023

Brittany Kinser, CEO of City Forward Collective, advocates for equitable education funding in Milwaukee. Following a historic budget increase of over $140 million, Kinser emphasizes parent engagement and community collaboration as vital in addressing funding disparities. Through strategic advocacy and mobilization, they’ve begun shifting the educational narrative in Wisconsin.