Meet 7 Changemakers Who Are Raising Their Voices for Public Education

Meet 7 Changemakers Who Are Raising Their Voices for Public Education

During National Charter Schools Week 2024, the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools celebrated the impact of charter schools and honored seven Charter School Changemakers, including parents, educators, and a student. Cheryl Stahle, academic administrator at West Virginia Virtual Academy (WVVA), was recognized for her dedication to empowering students and advocating for their success. Cheryl emphasized her commitment to showing children the unlimited possibilities that come from embracing the unknown and shaping their own destinies.

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How an online school works in California post-pandemic

How an online school works in California post-pandemic

An online public charter school that educates 20,000 children from kindergarten to 12th grade is set to graduate its latest class of seniors.

Here & Now’s Deepa Fernandes learns more about how California Virtual Academies, or CAVA, serves students differently from traditional schools with CAVA head of schools April Warren and J, a senior at CAVA from Highland, California.

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How Parents Can Prevent Isolation and Loneliness During Summer Break

How Parents Can Prevent Isolation and Loneliness During Summer Break

As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s critical that we remember these statistics are more than just numbers—they represent the lives of real children. And this issue is even more pressing when you consider that summer break is approaching, which means many of these students are at risk of losing the vital support provided by schools during this time. That is why summer school programs are key to addressing this challenge.

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Wisconsin Virtual Academy Earns Accreditation From Cognia

Wisconsin Virtual Academy Earns Accreditation From Cognia

Wisconsin Virtual Academy (WIVA), a virtual tuition-free public school serving students across the state, announced today that its programs have earned accreditation from Cognia, a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts and education service providers.

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Out of the dark, into the light: How a local highschooler is making profound impacts across the state, nation

Out of the dark, into the light: How a local highschooler is making profound impacts across the state, nation

During the pandemic and after being bullied and struggling with ADHD, poor grades and depression, Jazlyn Grandomcar, or Jaz, reached out to her mother and together the two researched alternative educational options.

The decision changed Jaz’s outlook on education and altered the trajectory of her entire educational path, as she has found great success and a bright future.

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