Report: Fairer Funding for Charters Can Lead to Stronger Oversight |
posted by: Cindy Omlin | June 09, 2012, 01:01 AM |
The report, released earlier this month, says states need to set clearer goals for charters in a number of different ways. According to the analysis, state laws and policies should:
The report also mentions that charter schools do not enjoy the same levels of per-pupil funding as traditional district public school. In further recommendations, researchers say states should address funding disparities for charter schools by bringing their funding for students and facilities to the levels of traditional district public schools. While some Southern states cited in the report have taken action to help charters find facilities, states need to develop "appropriate and adequate funding streams" to reduce existing disparities. Clearly, states must keep in mind the climate many charter schools face before saddling them with unnecessary regulatory burdens. As SREB points out, in order to develop a comprehensive system of accountability and analysis, charter schools must first be funded appropriately. What do you think about the report's findings? Originally posted by Alix at AAE.
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