How are Charter Schools Different? Here are the Basics.

October 9, 2017

Charter schools are one option in the growing “school choice” movement. Funded by taxpayer money, these schools are growing nationally, though some states have yet to pass related laws. This News & Observer article explains what sets them apart from traditional public and private schools.

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