Missouri House advances charter school proposal

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     (AP) – The Missouri House has given initial approval to a

bill that could expand access for charter schools in the state.

     In an 83-74 vote Wednesday, the House approved a bill that would allow

charters to expand without district approval to more heavily-populated areas

such as Springfield or Columbia.

     Opponents decried the proposal, saying it doesn’t offer enough accountability

for charter schools that have a mixed bag of success scores in urban districts

where they are currently allowed to operate.

     House Speaker Todd Richardson and other supporters say the bill would bring

more accountability because it allows the Department of Education to refuse to

renew a charter if it doesn’t meet certain standards. It also won’t allow more

charters to open if the Legislature doesn’t fully fund the state school formula.




   

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