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Sarah Tully

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Past articles by Sarah:

What Are States Doing About Charter Schools in Their ESSA Plans?

Very few states so far have outlined specific plans for charter schools in the early submissions of ESSA plans to the U.S. Department of Education, according to a new Education Commission of the States report. → Read More

What Are States Doing About Charter Schools in Their ESSA Plans?

Very few states so far have outlined specific plans for charter schools in the early submissions of ESSA plans to the U.S. Department of Education, according to a new Education Commission of the States report. → Read More

What Are States Doing About Charter Schools in Their ESSA Plans?

Very few states so far have outlined specific plans for charter schools in the early submissions of ESSA plans to the U.S. Department of Education, according to a new Education Commission of the States report. → Read More

Arizona's Expansive Voucher-Like Program May Face Challenge at Ballot Box

A new group called Save Our Schools Arizona is collecting signatures to put a referendum on the ballot to halt the recent expansion of Arizona's voucher program, which is scheduled to take effect in August. → Read More

Arizona's Expansive Voucher-Like Program May Face Challenge at Ballot Box

A new group called Save Our Schools Arizona is collecting signatures to put a referendum on the ballot to halt the recent expansion of Arizona's voucher program, which is scheduled to take effect in August. → Read More

Major Funding Gaps Between Charters and Regular Public Schools in Many Cities

Charter schools receive an average of 29 percent less in funding than traditional public schools, a new study from the University of Arkansas shows. → Read More

Lawsuit Challenges Religious College's Authorization of Indiana Charter School

A non-profit coalition that advocates for public schools is suing to void the charter of the Seven Oaks Classical School, a charter that was authorized by an evangelical Christian college. → Read More

Lawsuit Challenges Religious College's Authorization of Indiana Charter School

A non-profit coalition that advocates for public schools is suing to void the charter of the Seven Oaks Classical School, a charter that was authorized by an evangelical Christian college. → Read More

Ohio Gives Up Federal Charter Grant Funding for Poorly Rated Sponsors

The state is facing criticism for its charter oversight, including by former U.S. Congressman Dennis Kucinich who is on a state speaking tour about charter schools. → Read More

Are There Signs That a Proposed Charter School Will Falter? New Study Says Yes.

Researchers examined charter school applications in four states to determine risk factors for low test scores in the schools' first years of operation. → Read More

Are There Signs That a Proposed Charter School Will Falter? New Study Says Yes.

Researchers examined charter school applications in four states to determine risk factors for low test scores in the schools' first years of operation. → Read More

Which Arizona Students Will Take Advantage of Expanded Choice Program?

The new education savings law in Arizona allows a maximum of about 5,500 new students per year to receive state funds for private school costs. → Read More

Which Arizona Students Will Take Advantage of Expanded Choice Program?

The new education savings law in Arizona allows a maximum of about 5,500 new students per year to receive state funds for private school costs. → Read More

Arizona Victory Emboldens School Choice Supporters

The broadening of the state's education savings account program has some backers already looking to widen it further, even as teachers and some school groups decry the recent expansion. → Read More

Most States Are Pushing Private School Choice Bills, But Some Are Faltering

Bills to expand or create new public school choice options, including vouchers, have been introduced in 34 states, but some have failed despite the Trump administration's enthusiasm for expanding choice. → Read More

Most States Are Pushing Private School Choice Bills, But Some Are Faltering

Bills to expand or create new public school choice options, including vouchers, have been introduced in 34 states, but some have failed despite the Trump administration's enthusiasm for expanding choice. → Read More

New Rankings Are Out on Charter School Laws. How Do States Use Them?

The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools released its eighth annual rankings of charter school laws in 43 states and the District of Columbia. → Read More

New Rankings Are Out on Charter School Laws. How Do States Use Them?

The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools released its eighth annual rankings of charter school laws in 43 states and the District of Columbia. → Read More

Voucher Programs Expanding in States, But With Narrow Requirements

The Education Commission of the States released a state-by-state comparison of voucher programs that allow public funds to follow students to private schools. → Read More

Tennessee Lawmakers Move on Voucher Bills as President Trump Lends Support

Lawmakers in Tennessee, Texas and Nevada are all considering legislation related to school vouchers or education savings this year. → Read More