Category Archives: Politics

NC Charters Close State’s SAT Gap?

Posted on June 30, 2013 by bakeramitchell

For many years, North Carolina’s public schools have lagged far behind the national average in college-bound SAT scores. Since 1998, however, that gap has steadily shrunk in direct proportion to the number of students enrolled in charter schools.  By 2012, … Continue reading →

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The enhancing of charter schools

Posted on May 1, 2013 by bakeramitchell

As a longtime supporter of charter schools, I am relieved to watch bi-partisan legislators as they assist this popular and proven system for school improvement and further enhance it as a force for strengthening public education for all children in … Continue reading →

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Scary Reading in the Washington Post: WaPo as the low-information raconteur

Posted on March 29, 2013 by bakeramitchell

Washington, DC – A chatty little diatribe titled “Scary reading in charter school bill” graced the WaPo on March 28.  Confounding misinformation with ignorance in breathtaking fashion, the near-sighted worthy confuses nearly sky-high, out-of-sight  accountability with “apparently none.”

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Thomas Jefferson’s Comments On The Lap-Dog Media Producing The Low-Information Citizen: the role of rebellions

Posted on March 19, 2013 by bakeramitchell

Background:  After the Declaration of Independence created the 13 independent states, The Articles of Confederation began being drafted shortly afterward in 1776.  Finally ratified in 1781, many recognized that the central government was too weak.  In 1786, a convention was … Continue reading →

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Multiple Charter School Authorizers: 10 Reasons Why It’s a Bad Idea

Posted on January 28, 2013 by bakeramitchell

Whenever the topic of charter school policy and legislation comes up, someone always manages to bring up the idea of “Multiple Authorizers.”

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An Armed Deputy in Every School: At What Cost?

Posted on December 27, 2012 by bakeramitchell

Zero cost.  After thirty years as an entrepreneur, I  have been a Trustee and administrator at two public K-8 charter schools for the past twelve years.   I have worked with annual budgets as these schools grew from 53 students to … Continue reading →

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“When Caution Trumps Courage, Kids Lose!” (1, Arne Duncan)

Posted on October 10, 2011 by bakeramitchell

The early 1990’s saw the beginning of charter schools that were intended to innovate and address unique local needs in the K-12 schools.  Charter schools were allowed to operate without the many stifling regulations  imposed on traditional schools by the … Continue reading →

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SB-724 Edition 2: A slightly improved act to improve…

Posted on August 20, 2011 by bakeramitchell

Maybe letters to your legislator do matter! Or maybe it was a coincidence.

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**HB 823 ** GOOD JOB, REPRESENTATIVES!

Posted on May 9, 2011 by bakeramitchell

Dear NC Representatives, Congratulations on introducing HB 823 to amend the constitution and put the future of our children in the hands of a Superintendent elected by the people of North Carolina. Thank you. As you know, the all-powerful 8-year … Continue reading →

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SB 724 – Suggestions to improve an act to improve…

Posted on May 4, 2011 by bakeramitchell

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May 3, 2011 Re: Senate Bill 724 – An Act to Improve Public Education Dear Senator: Thank you for your efforts to improve education in North Carolina. Unfortunately, the addition of the new paragraph to 115C-296(b) will not accomplish anything … Continue reading →

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