Twelve studies find that overall gains in charter schools are larger than other public schools; four find charter schools’ gains higher in certain significant categories of schools; six find comparable gains; and, four find that charter schools’ overall gains lagged behind traditional schools.
Source: Charter School Achievement: What We Know, July 2005 Update
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http://www.themindtrust.org/edFellowship.aspx
The Mind Trust is now accepting applications for the second cohort of its Education Entrepreneur Fellowship (the first cohort will be announced in May 2008). The Fellowship, a nationally unique incubator for transformative education ventures, offers promising education entrepreneurs the opportunity to develop and launch their break-the-mold education ventures and the support necessary for success. Fellows receive a full-time annual salary of $90,000 for two years, benefits, and customized training. Fellows who opt to live in Indianapolis will also get office space at The Mind Trust. Interested candidates may apply online. Statements of Intent are due September 5, 2008. Fellowships will be awarded by December 1, 2008.
Date: 2008
Source: The Mind Trust
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