The Center for Learner Equity (CLE) is pleased to see that the final Charter School Program regulations released by the US Department of Education reflect many of our recommendations.
Jul 07
Jun 30
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Jun 29
The month of June is designated as a time to highlight the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals have had in history. To celebrate Pride Month, CLE launched a social media campaign to share LGBTQ+ resources and to highlight influential disabled LGBTQ advocates.
Jun 27
The Center for Learner Equity concluded its final session of the Accelerating Inclusion Institute on June 2, 2022. In collaboration with the Camden Education Fund, this pilot program was a capacity-building cohort to improve the educational experiences of students with disabilities in Camden, NJ.
May 01
CLE senior director of policy, Wendy Tucker was quoted in Education Week’s article titled “L.A. Agrees to Do More After Failing on Special Education. Could Other Districts Be Next?” on April 29, 2022.
Apr 25
CLE comments regarding special education changes set forth by the Department of Education were featured in K-12 Dive’s “Proposed Ed Dept. rules are ‘sneak attack’ on charter schools opponents say” on April 25, 2022.
Apr 07
The Center for Learner Equity (CLE) has received a three-year, $825,000 grant from the Walton Family Foundation (WFF) to support research and the development of coalitions dedicated to improving educational opportunities and outcomes for students with disabilities.
Mar 31
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Mar 30
Paul O’Neill shares educational progress occurring for students with disabilities in Camden, New Jersey.
Mar 28
Chalkbeat Colorado cited a CLE in “Colorado charter schools seek more authority over special education”, an exploration of how charter schools within the state can provide better educational opportunities for students with disabilities.