Reform gets a bad name when educational leaders experiment with educating children. Transformation but No Improvement! Ed Johnson, Advocate for Quality in Public Education for many years has stood as a solid educational advocate for Atlanta children and families. He has consistently spoken out about the current Atlanta Public Schools District. He has written and spoken these words; Atlanta has had school choice as…
Mental Health Matters to Kids Too!
“Your illness does not define you. Your strength and courage does.” May is Mental Health Awareness Month and kids are saying, “don’t forget about us”! Mental health awareness and wellness is important for people of all ages. In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, our special guest for this blog feature is Ms. Tracy Johnson. ProfessorJBA: Welcome to EdLanta Tracy!…
All in the Family! Atlanta Neighborhood Charter School
“We believe that all parents should have choice in regards to the type of educational program that is being offered in their community!” Atlanta Neighborhood Charter School is a groundbreaking charter school in Atlanta. I would attribute this to the involvement of families in the development and operations of the schools. ANCS is what I call a true, community based…
Fulton Leadership Academy Says Black Boys Can for #CharterSchoolsWeek
Fulton Leadership Academy is committed to a rigorous academic environment that empowers young men in grades 6-12 to become productive civic leaders. Within the offered curriculum, there is a focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and a thematic approach that integrates experiences with aviation and aeronautics. I’ve had the pleasure of chatting with the Chief Academic Officer, Dr.…
Teacher Appreciation Week 2018
Teachers are the apple of our eyes! – Students This week’s feature includes a triple threat for student success! I am featuring and saluting three educational leaders I have the honor of working along side of and supporting. Dr. Marqual Woolfolk, Principal of M. Agnes Jones Elementary School; Dr. Charcia Nichols, Principal of Ivy Preparatory Academy Kirkwood Campus and soon…
Ethos Classical Charter Needs the Green Light from APS
Through a rigorous classical curriculum and within a structured, supportive community, Ethos Classical Charter School ensures every K-5 student is on the path to college and a life of opportunity. On this evening, stakeholders across the Metro Atlanta area and beyond will be attending the Atlanta Public Schools board meeting to advocate for Ethos Classical Charter School. Will Ethos get…
APS, Say Yes To School Choice!
On Monday, May 7, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., Atlanta Public Schools Board of Education will hold it’s Community Meeting at 130 Trinity Avenue and we need you there. As you may know, there are currently two new charter schools looking to open in Atlanta by fall 2019: Ethos Classical and Harriet Tubman School of Science and Technology. Both schools have submitted…