Jeanne Allen

For a long time, parents did not have more than a modest amount of information about what really school is read more

For a long time, parents did not have more than a modest amount of information about what really school is about. In an era where choice is possible, you need good information.

They allow schools to fit to kids instead of kids fitting to schools. Mandatory school assignment proves to have detrimental read more

They allow schools to fit to kids instead of kids fitting to schools. Mandatory school assignment proves to have detrimental consequences to students.

The 65 percent solution is the equivalent of a chicken in every pot.

The 65 percent solution is the equivalent of a chicken in every pot.

There's a backlash in traditionally high-quality suburban school districts from parents who are starting to question, 'Is our math program read more

There's a backlash in traditionally high-quality suburban school districts from parents who are starting to question, 'Is our math program really the best?' ... Children still fall through the cracks even in traditionally good school districts, and charter schools are all about helping kids get a better education.

It's important to recognize that charter schools are public schools, and that it is better for your tax dollars to read more

It's important to recognize that charter schools are public schools, and that it is better for your tax dollars to be spent on innovative programs that equip children to succeed, rather than always sending money to schools regardless of whether or not they succeed.