Publications
Creation of the Achievement School District
Volume 12, Issue 4
March 12, 2015
In this policy brief, we discuss House Bill 1733 which would establish the Achievement School District (ASD). Schools or districts in Academic Distress could be placed into the ASD by the Commissioner of Education.
2014 Report on Arkansas Schools
Conducting a Fair Charter School Lottery Overall Education Points
No. 3 – Conducting a Fair Charter School Lottery
February 18, 2015
This one page summary provides state procedures and best practices for conducting a fair charter school lottery.
Conducting a Fair Charter School Lottery Overall Education Points (PDF)
A Test of Strength: Tossing PARCC Bad for Students
Sarah McKenzie and Gary Ritter
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
February 13, 2015
Impacts of Public School Choice Act of 2013
Volume 12, Issue 2
February 4, 2015
In this policy brief, we highlight the impacts of The Public School Choice Act of 2013 on students and districts, examine the impact of school choice on district demographics and overall enrollment, and provide recommendations for Arkansas’ policymakers to consider.
Consolidation Overall Education Points
No. 2 – Consolidation
January 28, 2015
This one page summary of consolidation provides stakeholders with a quick source for key points and resources.
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