Is a Faith-Based Charter School a Threat to Religious Freedom, or a Necessity to Uphold It? The Weighty Decision Lies With the Supreme Court

Is a Faith-Based Charter School a Threat to Religious Freedom, or a Necessity to Uphold It? The Weighty Decision Lies With the Supreme Court

By:Charles J. Russo | Theconversation.com As demonstrators gathered outside, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments on April 30, 2025, about whether Oklahoma can operate the nation’s first faith-based charter school. St. Isidore of Seville would be a virtual, K-12 school run by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and the Diocese of Tulsa. Charters are typically public schools […]

Breaking Geographic Barriers: How Open Enrollment Can Lead New York City Toward a More Inclusive Education System

Breaking Geographic Barriers: How Open Enrollment Can Lead New York City Toward a More Inclusive Education System

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: Wavebreakmedia/shutterstock.com  Open enrollment, by dismantling geographic barriers and promoting equitable access, offers the only viable path forward. By adopting open enrollment and supporting policies, New York City can take a bold step toward creating a more just and inclusive education system. New York City (NYC) is renowned for […]

Real Choice: Embracing Open Enrollment to Build a Fairer and More Inclusive NYC Education System

Real Choice: Embracing Open Enrollment to Build a Fairer and More Inclusive NYC Education System

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: A Katz / shutterstock.com  REAL CHOICE.  By adopting open enrollment and supporting policies, NYC can take a bold step toward creating a more just and inclusive education system.  Let’s study this blueprint. New York City’s public school system, despite being one of the largest and most diverse in […]