With recent negative press around charter schools, it is critical to remember that the actions of a few individuals should not overshadow the great work the charter school community is doing as a whole. As executive director for the NH Alliance for Public Charter Schools, I know that when properly managed and governed, charter schools provide a space where students and parents have access to a free alternative to traditional public school education. Charter schools have successfully fostered unique learning environments catering to diverse student needs.
It is important to point out that accountability, transparency, and responsible governance for charter schools are working as intended. The NH Dept of Education’s work to catch the occasional bad actor has also functioned as designed. By the department addressing and rectifying these issues swiftly, the charter school community can work towards restoring trust and continue to offer valuable school choices for families. As a charter school community, we must learn from these occurrences, show our resilience, and uphold the values that make charter schools effective in providing innovative educational opportunities to NH families.
Jodi Adams
Pembroke