http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:49:46 -0700 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:43:55 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Steve-Barr-steps-down-from-Green-Dot-Schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Steve Barr, founder of Green Dot Charter Schools, is stepping down from being chairman of the board. Barr is said to be withdrawing from the position to work on “national education issues,” says a spokesperson. Barr is also famed f... charter schools Green Dot steve barr Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:43:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Steve-Barr-steps-down-from-Green-Dot-Schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Secretary-Duncan-to-serve-school-lunch?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Students at John Adams Elementary School (VA)* might be surprised to see an unusual crew serving their lunch today: Education Secretary Arne Duncan and several other elected officials are scheduled to serve the school’s lunch beginning at 11... Arne Duncan school lunch Today Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:24:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Secretary-Duncan-to-serve-school-lunch?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Revolution-lunch-program?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Revolution Foods lunches enjoyed by studentsThe term “school lunch” is often met with snickers and eye-rolling as many of us think of hockey puck hamburgers and Franken-nuggets.As if serving fresh, nutritionally loaded school lunches that... charter schools school lunch Revolution Foods Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:22:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Revolution-lunch-program?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Duncan-Gingrich-and-Sharpton-agree-on-charter-schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner US Education Secretary Arne Duncan, Republican former house speaker Newt Gingrich, and the outspoken Democratic Reverend Al Sharpton have joined forces in pursuit of changing US public education. “I looked at this achievement gap which i... charter schools Arne Duncan kipp sharpton gingrich Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:18:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Duncan-Gingrich-and-Sharpton-agree-on-charter-schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Should-charter-schools-be-neighborhood-schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Denver Superintendent Tom Boasberg"Charter schools are public schools, and they must be public schools in every sense of the word," says Denver Public School (DPS) Superintendent Tom Boasberg, in an unveiling of future plans for Denver Scho... enrollment charter schools Denver Boasberg Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:27:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Should-charter-schools-be-neighborhood-schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-10-great-education-gifts?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Looking for gift ideas for students, teachers and Edu-wonks on your list? Here are 10 great education gift ideas that will are sure to please the academic crowd for the 2009 holiday season: Great education gift no.10: An Apple for the teac... education holiday gift Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:14:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-10-great-education-gifts?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no1-Volunteer-Hours?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner The greatest gift you can give is your time. Your school volunteer hours don’t just benefit the academic institution and its staff—but your kids too! Send a teacher a note this holiday season with a homemade coupon book for var... education holiday gift volunteerism Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:10:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no1-Volunteer-Hours?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no2-Sponsor-a-school?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Do you believe in your child’s school and want to see it succeed for years to come? Become a school financial sponsor. If the school is in acquisition stages of a new building, there could be opportunities to purchase a brick, a plaq... education holiday gift Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:08:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no2-Sponsor-a-school?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no3-Music?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Musical gifts are timeless. Make a donation towards school instruments, or donate your time for a school play, or group-gift a teacher to a lovely evening at the opera. Include the kids in this sensory experience. This holiday take your ch... education holiday gift Music Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:06:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no3-Music?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no4-Sports-membership?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Need a unique education gift idea?—give a sports program. Besides inherent health benefits team sports like soccer, swimming, football, basketball, and lacrosse teach cooperation, math, problem solving, and team spirit. And kids love... education holiday gift sports Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:04:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no4-Sports-membership?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no5-Museum-Experience?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Few are the educators who do not love going to museums. Find out if your teacher has a favorite, or if there is a neat traveling exhibit coming your way. Purchase tickets or gift voucher. If you feel really extravagant—or have a coll... education holiday gift museum Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:02:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no5-Museum-Experience?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no6-Robotics-kit?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Have you ever dunked a cookie by the assistance of a home-made robot? Don’t knock it ‘til you try it. This was a task in a recent school robotics competition. Robotics is a growing interest for kids age 4 to 104. It builds ... education holiday gift robotics Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:01:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no6-Robotics-kit?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no7-Gift-tuition?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Education—It’s the gift that never goes out of style and few have too much of. Unlike fruitcake, quality academics are always appreciated. So this holiday season as you scratch your head asking what to give someone special, con... education holiday gift tuition Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:00:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no7-Gift-tuition?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no8-Art-supplies?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Finger paints, clay, papier-mâché, and paste: These mediums bring happy childhood memories and a smile on your face. When was the last time you sat down with your kids and ran your fingers through cold thick washable paints, or fo... education holiday gift art play dough Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:59:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no8-Art-supplies?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no9-Electronic-book-reader?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner This paperless, handheld electronic book reader is revolutionizing how we access our favorite literature. No need for cables, computers or syncing. It’s wireless connectivity allows you to curl up with your favorite eBook in bed, your ... education holiday gift kindle Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:56:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no9-Electronic-book-reader?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no-10-An-Apple-for-the-teacher?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner And the students. Oh, and while you're at it, toss one of those Apple products in your shopping cart for your mother too! Apple hardware is great for education. From graphic design and technology courses to basic classroom use, few schools... education holiday gift apple Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:55:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Great-education-gift-no-10-An-Apple-for-the-teacher?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d2-Charter-schools-building-dilemma?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Concerns for charter school facilities are growing. These semi-independent public schools often have to be creative in finding building space and might operate in church basements, retail centers, or trailers. While building disparity betw... charter schools Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:31:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m11d2-Charter-schools-building-dilemma?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Trunkortreat-cancelled-in-many-Colorado-schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Trunk-or treating, Halloween parades, and other fall festivities are being canceled by many schools in Colorado today. Several school districts called school off for the third day in a row as a massive snowstorm dumped up to 3 feet of snow in some... halloween snow day Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:24:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Trunkortreat-cancelled-in-many-Colorado-schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Roundup-charter-school-news-Marketing-and-market-shares-of-charter-schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Charter schools have grown up to 20% market share in 14 communities, according to recent survey by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. Charter schools are rapidly expanding thanks to increasing demand from families who seek them,... News Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:56:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Roundup-charter-school-news-Marketing-and-market-shares-of-charter-schools?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Marketing-your-charter-school?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner Baloney has a first name it’s…. I bet you can finish this song from beginning to end. Most of us do it smiling with flashbacks of childhood commercials and picnic sandwiches. Does good education have a first name? What is it?... charter schools marketing Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:57:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2157-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Marketing-your-charter-school?cid=exrss-Charter-Schools-Examiner