LAUSD VOWS TO STOP THE CO-LOCATION SH*TSHOW
Well, folks, it looks like the billionaires' playbook for destroying public schools has hit another snag. The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has finally said "enough" to the sh*tshow that is charter school co-location in public schools.
For those of you who don't know, charter schools are privately run schools that receive public funding. They often lease space on public school campuses, which can lead to strained resources and tensions between the two schools. And let's be real, the only reason billionaires love charter schools is because they can make a profit off of them.
But LAUSD has had enough of this nonsense. They recently voted to limit charter school access to nearly 350 district sites, in an effort to protect vulnerable Black, Latino and low-income students from the negative impacts of sharing a campus. And let's be honest, if billionaires really cared about these students, they wouldn't be pushing for charter schools in the first place.
Of course, charter school advocates are up in arms about this decision. They claim that LAUSD is violating California law, which requires public school districts to share space with charter schools. But let's be real, when has a little thing like the law ever stopped billionaires from getting what they want?
The good news is that LAUSD isn't backing down. They're working with district lawyers to draft a policy that will prevent charter schools from moving onto campuses that are strategic priorities or part of the district's Black Student Achievement Plan. And let's be honest, if billionaires really cared about Black students, they wouldn't be pushing for charter schools in the first place.
But let's not forget the real victims in all of this: the students. They're the ones who suffer when resources are strained and tensions are high between two schools sharing a campus. And let's be honest, if billionaires really cared about students, they wouldn't be pushing for charter schools in the first place.
So let's all take a moment to applaud LAUSD for standing up to the billionaires' playbook for destroying public schools. And let's hope that other school districts follow their lead and put students first. Because at the end of the day, that's what really matters. And also because it's really funny to watch billionaires throw a tantrum when they don't get what they want.
LAUSD plans to limit charter school access to some campuses | KTLA https://ktla.com/news/lausd-plans-to-limit-charter-school-access-to-some-campuses/
LAUSD May Limit Where Charter Schools Can Co-Locate | LAist https://laist.com/news/education/lausd-charter-school-colocation-policy-proposal
Citing campus tension, LAUSD limits charter school rentals of school space - Los Angeles Times https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-09-26/lausd-poised-to-limit-what-spaces-charter-schools-can-occupy?fbclid=IwAR1ktWPt418lansyTE3Q_P4qG1WGEHGwL6XdNrHp0Ol_uhmokVdIh0dDxws
THE DEFT DIVE
FROM BARD AI
**Charter School Co-Location in California Schools**
**What is charter school co-location?**
Charter school co-location is the practice of placing charter schools on the same campus as traditional public schools. This can be done in a variety of ways, such as sharing classrooms, common spaces, and administrative services.
**Why does charter school co-location happen?**
There are a number of reasons why charter school co-location happens. One reason is that it can help charter schools to save money on facilities costs. Charter schools are public schools, but they do not receive the same level of funding from the state as traditional public schools. As a result, charter schools often have to be creative in finding ways to save money.
Another reason for charter school co-location is that it can help to expand access to charter schools. Charter schools are often located in underserved communities, and co-locating them with traditional public schools can make them more accessible to families in those communities.
**What are the benefits of charter school co-location?**
There are a number of potential benefits to charter school co-location. For charter schools, co-location can help to save money on facilities costs, expand access to students, and provide opportunities for collaboration with traditional public schools. For traditional public schools, co-location can provide additional resources and expertise, and can help to create a more diverse and inclusive school community.
**What are the challenges of charter school co-location?**
There are also a number of potential challenges to charter school co-location. One challenge is that it can be difficult to coordinate the schedules and operations of two different schools on the same campus. Another challenge is that it can be difficult to ensure that both charter and traditional public school students have equal access to resources and opportunities. Additionally, co-location can sometimes lead to tensions between charter and traditional public school staff and families.
**How common is charter school co-location in California?**
Charter school co-location is relatively common in California. According to the California Department of Education, there were 52 co-locations in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) during the 2022-2023 school year. This represents about 7% of all LAUSD schools.
**What is the current state of charter school co-location in California?**
The current state of charter school co-location in California is mixed. Some charter schools and traditional public schools have had positive experiences with co-location, while others have had more negative experiences.
In recent years, there has been a growing movement to limit charter school co-location in California. Some critics of co-location argue that it has a negative impact on traditional public schools, particularly in underserved communities. They argue that co-location can lead to overcrowding, resource inequities, and tensions between charter and traditional public school staff and families.
In 2023, the LAUSD Board of Education is considering a resolution that would limit where charter schools can be co-located. The resolution would prioritize co-locating charter schools on campuses that are not deemed to be "priority schools" or that are not part of the Black Student Achievement Plan.
**Conclusion**
Charter school co-location is a complex issue with both potential benefits and challenges. It is important to weigh the pros and cons carefully before deciding whether or not to co-locate charter schools on traditional public school campuses.
FROM BING AI
Charter school co-location in California schools is a complex and controversial issue that involves legal, educational, and political aspects. Here is a summary of what I found from my web search:
- - Charter schools are public schools that operate independently from the local school district, but receive public funding and oversight. They are authorized by either the local school board, the county office of education, or the State Board of Education¹.
- - Under Proposition 39, an initiative approved by voters in 2000, school districts are required to share unused space with charter schools. This can mean that a charter school and a district-run school can operate out of the same building — with the schools dividing floors or hallways³.
- - The process of co-location is regulated by the California Education Code, which specifies the criteria for determining the space allocation, the timeline for submitting and reviewing requests, and the procedures for resolving disputes¹.
- - Co-location can have benefits and challenges for both charter schools and district schools. Some potential benefits include sharing resources, facilities, and staff; fostering collaboration and innovation; and increasing access and diversity. Some potential challenges include conflicts over space, resources, and culture; loss of autonomy and identity; and increased competition and tension².
- - Co-location can also have impacts on students, parents, and communities. Some studies have found positive effects of co-location on student achievement, satisfaction, and engagement. Other studies have found negative effects of co-location on student safety, well-being, and belonging. Parents and communities may have different opinions and preferences about co-location, depending on their values, experiences, and expectations².
- - Co-location has been a source of controversy and litigation in California, especially in Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), which has the largest number of charter schools in the nation. LAUSD has faced lawsuits from both charter schools and district schools over the implementation of Proposition 39. In 2023, the LAUSD board approved a resolution to limit the presence of charter schools on campuses that serve “vulnerable” students⁴. The resolution was opposed by the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), which argued that it would restrict the rights and opportunities of charter school students⁵.
Bing, 9/27/2023
- (1) Charter School Locator - School & District Information (CA Dept of .... https://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/si/cs/.
- (2) Quick Guide: Understanding California charter schools. https://bing.com/search?q=charter+school+co-location+in+California+schools.
- (3) LAUSD May Limit Where Charter Schools Can Co-Locate | LAist. https://laist.com/news/education/lausd-charter-school-colocation-policy-proposal.
- (4) Quick Guide: Understanding California charter schools. https://edsource.org/2017/10-things-to-know-about-charter-schools/583984.
- (5) Charter Schools in California Counties (CA Dept of Education). https://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/si/cs/ap1/imagemap.aspx.
