When most people think of funding for public education, chances are they don't think about funding for charter schools. There is a widespread misconception in Florida that charter schools are not really public schools. The truth is public charter schools have been a vital part of Florida’s K-12 education system for almost … [Read more...]
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Educational Horizons Gets Ready for National School Choice Week in January
National School Choice Week provides an unprecedented opportunity, every January, to shine a spotlight on the need for effective education options for all children. Independently planned by a diverse coalition of individuals, schools and organizations, NSCW features thousands of special events across the … [Read more...]
Happy New Year 2014!
New Years is the perfect occasion to celebrate love, friendships and all the good things in life. Let’s take the time to appreciate what this year has given us and what the new one is about to bring! Happy New Years! Happy New Year! Here's to a great 2014! pic.twitter.com/IfYfr9Xs65— Educational Horizons … [Read more...]
Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays to you and your families! As the holiday season is upon us, we would like to thank you for all your wonderful support throughout this past year. Our staff hopes your holidays are filled with loved ones and wish you the best in the New Year. We will see everyone in 2014! Happy Holidays, Aileen … [Read more...]
Montessori Public Schools FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions Brevard County, Florida Charter Schools What is the difference between Montessori and conventional education? Montessori is a developmental approach to education. Its most significant hallmarks are (1) a child-centered orientation and (2) a highly structured, hierarchical curriculum. The … [Read more...]
Charter School Students Excel Across the Board
− New report compares performance of charter school students with traditional public school students − TALLAHASSEE – A new report from the Florida Department of Education shows that students who attend charter schools outpace their traditional public school counterparts on state assessments. Required by state law, the … [Read more...]
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