Despite warnings and promises, 100 Legacy charter to be shuttered at end of inaugural school year
By John Mooney
What it is: The state Department of Education yesterday released its letter to the 100 Legacy Academy Charter School in Newark, informing the school that its state charter had been revoked after just seven months of operation. The April 11 letter cited a number of violations and findings concerning the school’s instructional programs, financial viability, and general operations.
What it means: Under pressure over the growth of charter schools in the state, the Christie administration has repeatedly said it has increased the accountability of the alternative schools. Now, eight charters have been closed or not renewed in the past two years, but this is the first to be shut down so close to its approval date. The revocation is effective at the end of the school year.
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