INCS SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT

Recent pieces in The New York Times and Catalyst Magazine Chicago were critical of the charter school system but contained many inaccuracies. INCS has responded to Catalyst and to the Times, and we're casting the net even wider. In short, we show charter schools are succeeding on nearly every measure of success. UPDATE: Andrew Broy was on 848 with Sarah Karp to discuss the issues. You can download the mp3 from us (right click and select "save target as") or stream the interview from WBEZ.

News

INCS will host a screening of The Lottery, a documentary about the charter selection process, on September 28. You don' t want to miss it. It's at the University Conference Center, 525 S. State St., from 4:30 to 7. A panel discussion will follow. Call 312-235-0798 x33 or email sewing [at] incschools [dot] org for your free ticket. The event flyer has more details.

Illinois Network of Charter Schools (INCS) is the collective voice of charter schools in Illinois. We believe strong charter schools help create a better public education system for everyone.

Charter schools deliver outstanding academic performance and more engaging learning environments, as well as higher standards for both school administrations and teachers. That's why charter schools are winning support as an exciting new choice in public education. Learn about the benefits of charter schools and how you can get involved.


Looking for a charter school? INCS' Profiles can help! Download your free copy now! Not sure why charter schools are the schools for you? Check out our Backgrounder, which should tell you everything you need to know.	New profiles added! Roadmaps to Innovation is a school-to-school mentoring program between charters and other public schools that gives each school a chance to collaborate and innovate.

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COO Position

INCS is looking for a new Chief Operating Officer. If you have political savy, extensive management experience, supurb grassroots skills, and experience with a Board of Directors, take a look at the job ad. This is an outstanding opportunity to play an integral role in public education reform in Illinois.

WRITE A LETTER TO YOUR STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Illinois is set to receive federal money, and we're all still waiting on the results for the Race to the Top grant competition, in which Illinois is a finalist. But charter schools, because of their unique funding structure, stand to suffer any budget cuts disproportionally. Click here to tell your elected officials that you are in favor of level funding for charter schools!