NORTH CAROLINA STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO CHARTER SCHOOLS YOU'RE NOT THE BOSS OF US
In a move that has left charter school advocates scratching their heads, the North Carolina State Board of Education has told the Charter Schools Advisory Board to "slow your roll" and stop trying to destroy public education on their watch. In a statement that was equal parts stern and sassy, the board reminded the advisory panel that they are not in charge of giving away public money to charter schools, and that they should check with the State Board of Education before approving any such funds.
The move comes amidst growing concerns that the North Carolina legislature, which is currently controlled by MAGA supporters, is doing everything it can to privatize the state's public schools. With the number of charter schools in the state set to double over the next decade, many fear that traditional public schools will be left behind, with fewer resources and less support.
But it's not all fun and games. The State Board of Education is serious about its mission to protect public education in North Carolina. With the new policy, they hope to regain control over the charter school approval process, ensuring that only those schools that meet their rigorous standards receive state and federal funding.
Of course, not everyone is thrilled about this new development. Charter school advocates have accused the State Board of Education of trying to limit their growth and innovation, while lawmakers have questioned the legality of the new policy. But for now, the State Board of Education seems determined to keep fighting for what they believe is best for North Carolina's students.
In the end, only time will tell who will come out on top in this battle between traditional public schools and charter schools. But one thing is for sure: with the State Board of Education leading the charge, it's going to be one heck of a ride.
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According to the web search results, the State Board of Education in North Carolina has approved a policy that seeks to regain control over charter schools after the General Assembly shifted decision-making for approving these nontraditional public schools to a panel filled with mostly legislative appointees. The policy, which was adopted on June 3, 2021, states that the board will review and approve all charter school applications, renewals, and revisions, as well as monitor the performance and compliance of charter schools. The policy also clarifies the roles and responsibilities of the board, the Department of Public Instruction, and the Charter Schools Advisory Board, which is the panel created by the legislature in 2013 to review and recommend charter school applications.
The policy is a response to a series of legislative changes that have expanded the number and autonomy of charter schools in North Carolina, while reducing the oversight and accountability of the State Board of Education. Some of these changes include:
- - Removing the cap on the number of charter schools in the state, which has increased from 100 in 2011 to 200 in 2021.
- - Allowing charter schools to enroll up to 20% more students than their approved enrollment without seeking board approval.
- - Exempting charter schools from participating in the state's teacher evaluation system and from following the state's curriculum standards.
- - Allowing charter schools to receive a share of local tax revenue from county commissioners without having to comply with local school board policies.
- - Creating a separate Charter School Teacher Licensure Commission to issue licenses to charter school teachers without requiring them to meet the same standards as public school teachers.
The State Board of Education argues that these changes have undermined its constitutional authority to supervise and administer the public school system, and have created a dual system of education that is inequitable and inefficient. The board also claims that the Charter Schools Advisory Board has been biased and inconsistent in its recommendations, and has failed to ensure quality and diversity among charter schools. The board hopes that the new policy will restore its role as the final authority on charter schools, and will improve the transparency and accountability of the charter school sector. However, some charter school advocates and lawmakers have criticized the policy as an attempt to limit the growth and innovation of charter schools, and have questioned its legality under the existing statutes. It is possible that the policy will face legal challenges or further legislative action in the future.
Bing, 9/10/2023
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- (2) Charter Schools | NC DPI. https://www.dpi.nc.gov/students-families/alternative-choices/charter-schools.
- (3) Charter schools in North Carolina - Ballotpedia. https://ballotpedia.org/Charter_schools_in_North_Carolina.
