Charter Schools — Socializing Debt and Privatizing Profit.

I always enjoy and article that looks at the whole story.  I think this does fairly well.

Charter Schools are kind of a nightmare, not only because I work in the public schools – well that’s about the main reason – but because they kind of have carte blanche with their kids.  They can do a lot of stuff.

I think some things have merit.  Utilizing parents more effectively is good as is teaching students to be a part of the facility maintenance, which may not be a popular view.

However, charter schools are also better capable to dismiss students who really don’t behave well or have severe learning disabilities.  That’s what I’ve seen – kids coming back to the public schools.

And you know what?  Bring ’em.  I love these kids.