Lottery Procedures and Best Practices

To effectively run a school's enrollment process, the lottery procedure is a crucial aspect that can be approached in numerous ways. The lottery process can shape the student body, promote diversity, and support enrollment targets. To guide the process, resources are available that explain lottery best practices. In addition, templates…

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Students in Temporary Housing: Students’ Rights and Schools’ Responsibilities

Under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the McKinney-Vento Act guarantees educational rights for students experiencing homelessness or residing in unstable housing situations. To ensure these students and their families receive the support they need, all charter schools are required to appoint a dedicated staff member as the McKinney-Vento liaison.…

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Creating Data-Driven Schools

Creating Data-Driven Schools, written by Penny Noyce, David Perda and Robert Trave, discusses the benefits of adopting a data-driven approach in schools, particularly focusing on how school districts and teachers can use student data to inform decisions about school policies, curriculum development, and teaching strategies. The article highlights a case…

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