DSST Public Schools
“All students—minority, White, high-income and low-income—are far better prepared to succeed in college when they have been given the opportunity to learn and work with diverse peers.” – Bill Kurtz, CEO, DSST Public Schools.
Smarter Charter: Finding What Works for Charter Schools and Public Education
By Richard D. Kahlenberg, Halley Potter
Important reading for policymakers, educators, researchers, and all citizens interested in the future of America’s public schools, A Smarter Charter features:
- Profiles of charter schools that are bucking the prevailing trends, including their performance data and the challenges they face.
- Best practices from successful charter schools, such as methods for attracting a diverse student body and examples of innovative teacher contracts.
- Reform strategies that can improve student outcomes in a variety of public schools, not just charters.