Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Parents Across America Tacoma: We can innovate without charters in our state. | Seattle Education

Parents Across America Tacoma: We can innovate without charters in our state. | Seattle Education:

Parents Across America Tacoma: We can innovate without charters in our state.

Press Release:

New Parents Group Supports Innovation in Schools

Parents Across America Tacoma (PAAT), a community group dedicated to strengthening our public education system, will hold its first public meeting on Wednesday, February 15, 2011. The meeting will take place at Kings Books, 218 St. Helens Ave, Tacoma, 98402. Doors will open at 6:30pm, followed by a presentation and discussion. An overview of the group’s mission and information on proposed education legislation will be shared. PAAT’s priorities include: supporting Tacoma schools and building on our successes, encouraging data-proven innovation, and ensuring a just and equitable distribution of resources for all Tacoma students. The evening will focus on answering questions and discussing ways community members can get involved.

This year, charter school legislation has moved front and center in the state legislature. This important topic