Ember Reichgott Junge is enthusiastic about the progress of the National Charter Schools founders’ library over the past five years, which she attributes to Jim’s initial vision. She emphasizes the library’s growing importance as charter schools face criticism from both political extremes, stressing the need to maintain the movement’s core values. Additionally, she is surprised […]
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Inside ‘The Founders’: Victoria Rico, George W. Brackenridge Foundation
Courtesy of The 74 Millionhttps://www.the74million.org/ Transcript Victoria Rico, chair of the George W. Brackenridge Foundation, discussed the foundation’s efforts to support high-performing charter schools in San Antonio, Texas. She co-founded Choose to Succeed to recruit and support charter operators like KIPP and IDEA Public Schools. Rico highlighted the foundation’s role in expanding these schools, noting […]
A School Founder’s History: Dave Levin, KIPP
Courtesy of The 74 Millionhttps://www.the74million.org/ Transcript Dave Levin recounts his early teaching experiences, highlighting the pivotal influence of Harriet Ball, who mentored him despite initial reluctance. Levin faced challenges with a rowdy sixth-grade class but learned valuable lessons from Ball, including the importance of classroom order and meeting students where they are. Ball’s engaging teaching […]
