Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools The Fisher family, through their philanthropic efforts, have significantly contributed to the growth and success of high-quality public charter schools, particularly the KIPP network. Their investments have inspired more entrepreneurs to enter the charter school space and have led to substantial innovations in education. The Fishers, led […]
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2019 Charter School Hall of Fame: Fernando Zulueta
Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Fernando Zulueta expressed deep admiration for Armando, highlighting his music’s profound impact and the global reach of his message of hope and empowerment. He praised Armando’s new song, “Dream Come True,” for its simplicity and beauty in educating children. Fernando was initially hesitant to accept the NACS […]
2019 Charter School Hall of Fame: Dr. Margaret Fortune
Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Dr. Margaret Fortune passionately advocates for charter schools, emphasizing their effectiveness in educating black students. She recounts her family’s history in education and activism, highlighting her parents’ roles in the civil rights movement. Fortune shares her personal commitment to improving education for black children, noting the challenges […]
2018 Charter School Hall of Fame: Ana Ponce and Camino Nuevo Charter Academy
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2018 Charter School Hall of Fame: Maquita Alexander and Yu Ying Public Charter School
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2014 Charter School Hall of Fame: Chester “Checker” E. Finn, Jr.
Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Nina Rees, Bruno Manno, and Michael J. Petrilli honor Chester E. Finn Jr. for his significant contributions to education reform. Finn’s role as a mentor and thought leader is highlighted, with a focus on his ability to simplify complex ideas and challenge the education system. His work […]
2014 Charter School Hall of Fame: Eva Moskowitz
Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Eva Moskowitz, leader of Success Academy, has dedicated her career to improving public education in New York City. Initially a City Council member, she transitioned to founding Success Academy to address systemic issues directly. Moskowitz emphasizes a child-centric approach, having visited numerous schools and held over 125 […]
2013 Charter School Hall of Fame: Lisa Graham Keegan
Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Nina Rees introduced Lisa Graham Keegan into the National Charter Schools Hall of Fame, highlighting her significant contributions to education reform and charter schools. Keegan, a long-time advocate for public charter schools, played a pivotal role in enacting Arizona’s charter school law with bipartisan support, which has […]
2013 Charter School Hall of Fame: Linda Moore
Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Linda Moore, founder of the Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School, was inducted into the National Charter School Hall of Fame. The school, which offers dual immersion in English and Spanish or French, has grown from 25 students in 1998 to serving 350 students with […]
2013 Charter School Hall of Fame: The Walton Foundation
Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools The Walton Family Foundation has invested over $1 billion in initiatives to expand parental choice in education, contributing more than $300 million to create 1,400 charter schools across the U.S. Their support has been instrumental in the growth of charter schools and state associations, benefiting communities from […]
