Families in Pennsylvania are turning to cyber schools like Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) because traditional school districts aren't meeting their needs. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the shortcomings of both in-person and online programs offered by these districts. Instead of blaming cyber
Chicago is home to many schools, but they face big problems. Money is tight, and some schools have too few students. There are also privately-run schools, called charter schools, that are having a hard time. These issues are hot topics at school board meetings. The board is changing, with more membe
Rhode Island is making moves to give more students a shot at a solid education and future job opportunities. The New England Technical Academy (NETA) is stepping up as a public charter high school, not a money-making venture. It's backed by the New England Institute of Technology, just like the Appr
A heated debate is unfolding in Rhode Island as a proposal for a new career-focused high school in Providence faces strong opposition. The state's Council on Elementary and Secondary Education is set to discuss the New England Technical Academy, a plan backed by the Rhode Island Department of Educat
In northwest Arkansas, a unique school is making waves by putting creativity at the heart of learning. Arkansas Arts Academy (AAA) is not your typical school. It's a place where arts and academics blend seamlessly, offering students a chance to learn in a way that feels right for them. At AAA, ever
Columbia Falls School District is pushing for a new charter school focused on trades. This isn't just any new idea; it's building on something they've already been doing well. For years, students from Columbia Falls have been working with Glacier National Park. They build cabins and other structures
A Chicago charter school is in hot water for not taking care of its special education students. Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy, located in Little Village, has been put under strict watch by city officials. This happened after a probe found serious issues that went on for three years withou
Nevada's school landscape is changing. More families are choosing charter schools. This shift is causing a drop in enrollment in traditional public schools. The Nevada State Public Charter School Authority saw a big jump. Their enrollment went up by 10. 9% this year. This includes six schools that m
New York's recent report card for grades 3–8 has sparked a heated debate about the state of education. Eva Moscowitz, CEO of Success Academy, a charter school network, argues that the system is letting students down. She points out that while 57% of students are proficient in math and 53% in English
Montgomery County's only charter school, the MECCA Business Learning Institute (MBLI), is in hot water. Just a few months after it opened, the school is facing serious trouble. The county's education officials are considering shutting it down. Why? They say the school broke some important rules. Fi
