A study of news coverage of charter schools shows "some evidence of a noticeable anti-charter tilt."

Despite the favorable ruling, the ESA program remains on hold because a Carson City judge issued an injunction in a separate case in January that halted implementation. The Nevada Supreme Court is expected to schedule hearings on that case soon.

by Jeanne Allen Deseret News May 16, 2016 An article about charter schools (“Do charter schools work?” May 9) misrepresented the success and outcomes of these innovative public schools on students, schools and communities. Research has consistently shown that charters lift all boats and grow student learning across all populations. And not only that, but…

Has school choice been able to interrupt the strong link between home environments and academic success? The answer to that question is a resounding yes, especially when looking beyond the sole metric of graduation rates.

May 13, 2016 Obama transgender edict causes stir over the proper use of government in an educational venue, reports Caitlin Emma of Politico: But critics say the administration has issued a directive that’s going to use up tons of school resources and take time away from teaching students. “Saying that students are allowed to use…

If Maryland wants to create more opportunities for excellent education, attract new business and improve teacher salaries, as proposed in Rolan Clark’s April 4 letter, “Teachers’ pay needs to improve,” then it’s time to address Maryland’s F-rated charter school law.

North Carolina's achievement district is a real-time solution to give the state's worst schools a shot at finally giving their students a great education. We must learn from the lessons of the past 50 years and give bold new opportunities like the Achievement District a chance. Our kids can't wait.

Boston Globe April 6, 2016   RE “Racial aspects tinge charter debate” (Page A1, March 28): Massachusetts charter schools are not only among the highest performing in the nation, but they serve a student population that’s 58 percent black and Latino, while statewide that figure is 27 percent. That should make people who are concerned…

Louisiana Record Sharon Brooks Hodge Mar. 27, 2016 The fight for control of public education money in Louisiana will have another round in court now that the state teachers union and local school board members have challenged a district court ruling. Members of the Iberville Parish School Board and the Louisiana Association of Educators have…

Hillary Clinton's position on school choice hurts low-income students March 16, 2016 Rachel Campos-Duffy U.S. News & World Report Last month, presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton unveiled a new agenda she promised would tear down barriers to opportunity for low-income and minority communities. While she was able to garner a few headlines, it doesn't change the…