Jo Symes & Alex O’Neill are providing many resources for the growing number of people who want community and support in setting up their own schools or learning communities. You can learn more at https://www.progressiveeducation.org/ and https://educationstartups.org/ Progressive Education Facebook Group
Caring for our children and caring for our planet are inextricably linked. Climate change does not merely color the future today’s children will inherit. Ensuring child-centered action on climate change will create cleaner air and water, more green space and shade, healthier buildings, communities better prepared for extreme weather events, and more. All the benefits
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Arizona was the first state in the country to adopt universal school vouchers. But who is benefiting from this program, and who gets left behind? With school voucher questions on several state ballots right now, we look at lessons from Arizona. Today, On Point: Our latest collaboration with ProPublica.
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Using social media is a great way to tell people about your micro school. Micro schools are special because they offer a unique way of learning, but not everyone knows about them. Social media lets you show off what makes your school special, connect with your community, and get more students interested. Here are some
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Parish.Academy is a student-centric, comprehensive platform and support structure designed to empower the launch and management of micro-schools in Catholic Parishes.
The current K-12 educational landscape offers exciting opportunities for edupreneurs. These model school resources provide edupreneurs actionable ideas and budgets for a variety of operational models. Although not exhaustive, these resources provide a platform for understanding possibilities for innovative approaches to education.
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The Getting Smart team collaborates with and advocates for impact-oriented partners who are committed to doing work that accelerates the future of teaching, leading and learning.
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It is important to remember when considering opening a school that operating a school in the United States (or anywhere else) involves compliance with various federal, state, and local laws and regulations: Licensing and Accreditation: Each state has its own licensing requirements for schools. Private schools may need to meet specific criteria set by state
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Starting a small school is complex, so below is a snapshot of the process to help guide you: Define your vision and mission: Clarify your educational philosophy, goals, and the type of school you want to create. Consider factors such as the educational approach, curriculum, values, and target student population as well as current educational
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