“These days when people who advocate for charter schools are told of the history of school choice they get very upset and they deny it, but that is the truth.”
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Growing Resistance Says No to Betsy DeVos
It’s going to be a long night for Senate Democrats. Responding to a growing number of Americans upset at Trump’s pick for education secretary, Democrats are holding the Senate floor throughout the night and into the morning, as they try to convince one more Republican to switch their vote.
Post Buries Scandals of Rhee and Henderson
When it comes to covering education the Washington Post is nothing if not consistent. For nearly a decade, as Michelle Rhee and then her close friend Kaya Henderson headed up D.C. Public Schools, the Post was their cheerleader. And now, even after the anti-union duo has departed, the Post carries on.
See Ya, Kaya: The IMPACT on Teachers
This is the third of a three-part series on Kaya Henderson.
See Ya, Kaya: The Achievement Gap
This is Part 2 of a 3-part series on Kaya Henderson’s leadership of DCPS.
See Ya, Kaya: ‘Legacy of Progress’?
This is the first in a three-part series on Kaya Henderson’s time atop DCPS.
Post Downplays Potential Pay-To-Play
A potential “pay-to-play” involving a city leader asking for a large donation from a contractor accused of stealing millions and serving kids spoiled food. That’s about as juicy a local story as they come, unless you’re the Washington Post.