High Tide in Newark?
By tdesimon on May 8th, 2009
Newark described as being at a tipping point for how high-performing charters can influence the improvement of education across the region.
By SHARON McCLOSKY
If, as they say, a rising tide lifts all boats, Newark, N.J. may soon need a marina.
Charter school advocates often contend the presence of successful charter schools in otherwise poor performing school districts can only help by forcing the remaining schools to improve.
They may have found a friend in Newark.
Challenged by a growing number of high-performing charter schools within its bounds, the Newark Public School District last week announced an ambitious plan to turn around its schools to create a system that is bolder, more accountable, more transparent and more innovative.