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Election Center: Presidential Candidates Scorecard (2008)

March 15, 2013 By

Where Senators McCain and Obama stand on charter schools, vouchers, performance pay for teachers, and No Child Left Behind (NCLB).

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Election Center: Vote EdReform Guide (2008)

March 15, 2013 By

A guide that goes in-depth on where candidates for governor and superintendent stand on education issues like charter schools, performance pay, school choice, and testing.

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Solving the Charter School Funding Gap (2005)

March 14, 2013 By

The Seven Major Causes and What To Do About Them.

Within laws, the major defects that cause inequitable funding are:
1) Unfair bargaining relationships
2) Vague language
3) Impact aid given to districts
4) “Hold harmless” clauses
5) Public debt markets
6) School districts not penalized for withholding funds from charter schools
7) Revenues for buildings

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The K-8 Solution: The Retreat From Middle Schools (2008)

March 14, 2013 By

Middle schools have been called the “weak link” of public education. According to researchers, the transition to middle school is often a difficult one for students, and during these years, there is often a problem with discipline, absenteeism and low test scores.

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Charter Schools Focus Group: Washington, D.C. — Key Points (2003)

March 14, 2013 By

A list of takeaways from focus groups with DC charter school operators.

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Mobilizing Mothers for School Reform (1998)

March 14, 2013 By

September 18, 1998. John Gardner, Director of the Board of School Directors in Milwaukee, meets with mothers to discuss how to develop a grassroots organization.

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Charter Schools Information for Maryland (2004)

March 14, 2013 By

Charter schools are a new option in Maryland, and Baltimore City will start reviewing applications this year. Information sheet explains what a charter school is, the benefits of charter schools, how a charter school gets started, and how interested individuals can find out more.

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Baltimore, Maryland City Council Meeting: Why Limit Our Children? (2004)

March 14, 2013 By

June 28, 2004. Community groups are seeking to create charter schools. The school board’s policy is to “go slow”. The City Council is asking Why.

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Local Interest in Charter Schools in Baltimore, Maryland (2004)

March 14, 2013 By

The Center for Education Reform has had meetings with 18 individual and groups considering developing a plan for a charter school. Requested for information and meetings continue.

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Politics, Markets And America’s Schools: A Summary (1990)

March 14, 2013 By

A major study by John E. Chubb and Terry E. Moe published by the Brookings Institution, finds that the organizational structure of the public school system is a major roadblock to improving American education. Jeanne Allen provides an overview of the study’s recommendations and findings here.

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