CharterNation

The voice of California’s charter public school movement

CCSA’s CharterNation is your go-to source for charter public school news and stories from the Golden State. We strive to bring you real stories from charter school thought leaders, students, families, and educators on the frontlines.

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Latina Charter Public School Principal Encourages Students to Embrace Their Cultural Roots

Norma Sandoval believes being a Latino educator is a strength. “I was taught my history and am aware of my roots,” says Norma, the principal of McGill School of Success in San Diego. “What you do and say is a reflection of your ancestors … if you do...

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CharterNation Podcast: Former Clinton Aide Reflects on Beginnings of Charter Schools and the Need for Whole Child Equity

The pandemic continues to reveal that chronic stress negatively impacts students’ academic progress as well as their social and emotional well-being.

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Charter Schools Help Make Up Top 10 Public Schools at all K-12 Levels

At all levels of K-12 public education in California, charter public schools help make up the top 10 schools, according to Niche, a review and search platform for education.

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CharterNation Podcast: Former L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa Weighs in on School Reopenings & Search for Next LAUSD Superintendent

Earlier this week, the CharterNation Podcast officially launched! And our first guest was none other than Antonio Villaraigosa, the former Mayor of Los Angeles. Prior to becoming mayor, Villaraigosa served on the L.A. City Council from 2003 to 2005,...

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For This Mom and Charter School Administrator, Education is Personal

Laura Carbajal has worn many hats at Hawking STEAM Charter School, a public charter school with more than 1,000 transitional-kindergarten through 12th-grade students.

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COMING SOON: CCSA’s CharterNation Podcast Debuts Sept. 16

Recent history has made one thing clear: charter school communities up and down the state are leaving us feeling inspired and uplifted. And as families navigate yet another challenging school year, it’s also apparent that they, and educators, need a...

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