The proposal to create an «achievement school district» that wrests control of low - performing schools away from local school boards and into the hands of charter operators is being developed behind closed doors as the legislative session marches on, with numerous lawmakers and advocates working in tandem on successive drafts of the legislation. (ncpolicywatch.com)
What made the Oklahoma City model so effective, and appealing, is the Thunder also hit on Russell Westbrook and James Harden in successive drafts with Serge Ibaka thrown on the top. (sbnation.com)
Toronto falls in between, relying on the remains of previous failed rebuilds with players like Rielly (# 5) and Kadri (# 7) and nabbing Nylander, Marner, and Matthews in 3 successive drafts at 8, 4, and 1 respectively. (sbnation.com)