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Jim Goenner, Ph.D.

THE ORIGINATION OF MICHIGAN’S CHARTER SCHOOL POLICY: AN HISTORICAL ANALYSIS 

February 5, 2025

by Jim Goenner, Ph.D. The dissertation “The Origination of Michigan’s Charter School Policy: An Historical Analysis” by James N. Goenner (2011) examines how Michigan’s charter school policy was created, with a focus on Governor John Engler’s role as a public policy entrepreneur. Key Themes & Findings: The study provides a historical and political analysis of […]

Interview of Dick DeVos

February 3, 2025

November 11, 2024. James Goenner, Ph.D. of the National Charter Schools Institute, interviews Dick DeVos, Founder of West Michigan Aviation Academy in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dick DeVos, founder of the West Michigan Aviation Academy, discussed his journey from an uninspired student to a champion for educational freedom. He emphasized the importance of attitude, effort, and […]

Freedom Preparatory Academy: Thanks for the Chartering Idea Ted Kolderie (Excerpt)

April 26, 2024

Freedom Preparatory Academy: The Prestige of Working Here (Excerpt)

April 26, 2024

Pioneers & Practitioners: Freedom Preparatory Academy

April 26, 2024

Changing the Game: Education | Jim Goenner | TEDxBowlingGreen 

November 3, 2023

Jim Goenner inducted into the National Charter Schools Hall of Fame

November 3, 2023

Interview of Gov. John Engler

October 25, 2022

Gov. John Engler discussed his efforts to reform Michigan’s education system, focusing on property tax relief and school choice. He highlighted the introduction of the portable foundation grant and the impact of eliminating property taxes, which leveled funding across districts. Engler emphasized the importance of competition and innovation, citing the success of charter schools and […]

Founders Library Promo 2022

June 9, 2022

Interview of Richard McLellan: The Idea of a Charter School (Excerpt)

May 21, 2021

Spring 2021, Richard McLellan was interviewed by Jim Goenner to talk about his involvement in the charter schools movement.

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