Good day, CharterFolk.
As you approach what I hope will be an enjoyable and well-earned TGIF, Andy and I are happy to share our latest WonkyFolk discussion.
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In today’s release, we discuss the U.S. Supreme Court punting on the controversial St. Isidore religious charter school case, and what it means for the future of public education, church-state boundaries, and the charter movement. We also explore a few big-picture trends reshaping education, from the erosion of academic rigor in K-12 to the political dynamics behind school funding, college value, and the explosion of school choice across the country. Plus, we share some thoughts on Steven Wilson’s new book on merit, equity, and excellence in education, and why it may signal a turning point for liberal education reformers.
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Have a great weekend.
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