Sentences with phrase «supporters of alternative schools»

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The selection of a more «old school» left - wing leader is seen as regressive by some, but many Corbyn supporters feel they were offered no real alternative.

West and Woessmann demonstrate that despite all the warnings by supporters of the common state school, the existence of an extensive sector of alternative schools is of benefit to everyone.

While opponents said that vouchers had no track record of improving student performance, supporters countered that no alternative could be worse than Washington's public schools, which in any case were in line to receive more federal aid.

The role of charter alternative schools like Sunshine — publicly funded but managed by for - profit companies — is likely to grow under the new U.S. Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos, an ardent supporter of school choice.

Charter school supporters say they are providing opportunities for students in areas with poor traditional public schools to have a better alternative to get an education, and some have even framed it in language of civil rights.

This hour - long feature documentary, Consider The Alternative provides viewers with a balanced understanding of publicly - funded charter schools from those who can speak about it best: charter school supporters, public school teachers and administrators, members of the legislature, the Nebraska State Board of Education and a parent moving through the education system.

On the flip side of the coin, a choice system such as the one now in place in Milwaukee can be a great supporter of truly alternative schools.

U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos spoke about the possibility of rescinding the guidance earlier this month, to supporters who argue that the guidance improves school safety and promotes the use of alternative strategies that keep kids in school.