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ShaElla Askew
Nov 13, 20232 min read
Building Bridges: 5 Ways Parents Can Support Teachers from Home
In the collaborative journey of education, the partnership between parents and teachers plays a pivotal role in shaping a child's...
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ShaElla Askew
Nov 13, 20231 min read
Charter Connect Magazine-October 2023 Issue
Welcome to the October edition of Charter Connect! This month, we are thrilled to present a special feature from NSFA's very own Dr. Mike...
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ShaElla Askew
Sep 29, 20234 min read
Transforming Alabama Education: i3 Academy and Jefferson State's Historic Partnership
At New Schools for Alabama, we are dedicated to ensuring every child in our state has access to a high-quality education. Unfortunately,...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
Sep 27, 20232 min read
Why Choosing a Charter School for Your Child is BeneficialÂ
The decision to send your child to a charter school can be a challenging one, with many factors to consider. But the benefits of choosing...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
Aug 10, 20231 min read
Charter Connect Magazine - August 2023 Issue
Welcome to the August issue of Charter Connect which features an article by Chris Reynolds, our Senior Advisor, on the affordability gap...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
Jul 7, 20232 min read
How NSFA Recruits Top-Notch Leaders for Schools in Alabama
New Schools for Alabama works vigorously to improve education outcomes in Alabama by recruiting, training, and supporting school leaders...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
Jun 15, 20232 min read
Charter Schools and District Schools: Collaboration over Competition for Student Success
Charter schools and district schools have long been pitted against each other in the education space. However, the truth is that both...
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ShaElla Askew
Jun 1, 20233 min read
5 Free and Creative Summer Fun Ideas for Alabama Parents and Kids
Summer is the perfect time for parents and kids to bond and have fun together while continuing to learn. Engaging in free and creative...
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ShaElla Askew
May 23, 20232 min read
University Charter School Class of 2023: Making History and Building Dreams
As graduation season sweeps across Alabama, a remarkable milestone is being achieved by the senior class at University Charter School in...
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ShaElla Askew
May 9, 20231 min read
New Charter School Approved for Fairfield: Independence Preparatory Academy Set to Open in Fall 2024
Today, the Alabama Charter School Commission has unanimously approved the proposal for Independence Preparatory Academy, a K-8 college...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
May 8, 20231 min read
Charter Connect Magazine - May 2023 Issue
Welcome to the May issue of Charter Connect which features an article by Tyler Barnett, NSFA's Chief Executive Officer. In the article,...
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ShaElla Askew
Apr 20, 20231 min read
Raising Our Voices: Parent Voice and the Future of Alabama Charter Schools
Congratulations to the recent graduates of the Alabama Charter Schools Parent Voice Fellowship! Their hard work and dedication to...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
Apr 3, 20232 min read
How Parents’ Voices Are Critical to K-12 Education
Parents play a critical role in their children's education, and their input is essential in K-12 educational decisions. As parents, we...
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ShaElla Askew
Mar 15, 20231 min read
New Schools for Alabama at the 2023 A.G. Gaston Conference in Birmingham, Alabama.
The 2023 A.G. Gaston Conference is dedicated to African American Economic Justice. It's a platform where accomplished leaders, orators,...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
Mar 9, 20231 min read
Charter Connect Magazine - March 2023 Issue
Welcome to the March 2023 issue of Charter Connect! Just in case you missed it, the Alabama Public Charter School Commission has approved...
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ShaElla Askew
Mar 8, 20231 min read
Governor Kay Ivey Affirms Support for Charter Schools in State of the State Address
Gov. Kay Ivey said Tuesday that she wants to increase charter school funding and add more educational options for Alabama families. Ivey...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
Feb 28, 20232 min read
The Charter School Choice
Charter schools have become an increasingly popular educational choice for many families in recent years. These schools offer a unique...
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ShaElla Askew
Feb 15, 20231 min read
Alabama is Set to Gain Its First Performing Arts Charter School: Lights, Camera, Action!
Mobile will soon have access to an advanced performing arts center in the fall of 2024, serving grades sixth thru ninth. The Alabama...
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Candie A. Mitchell-Price
Jan 12, 20231 min read
Charter Connect Magazine - January 2023 Issue
Happy New Year and welcome to the January 2023 issue of Charter Connect! Meet Anjelica Harlowe DuBose from Alabama Aerospace & Aviation...
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ShaElla Askew
Jan 10, 20234 min read
How Can We Collaborate with HBCUs to Drain the School to Prison Pipeline System?
As a parent, I recently enrolled my daughter in a charter school. Like many other parents, I was concerned about her future and...
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