Senate Passes Charter Schools Bill
As a part of Senate Leadership's first-week legislative agenda, they passed SB 3 which allows the establishment of charter schools in Kentucky. Here is what the Bluegrass Policy Blog posted about this legislation:
This historic event marks the first time charter school legislation has met the approval of either chamber of the Kentucky Legislature. It is an important step forward in an effort long supported by the Bluegrass Institute to provide the commonwealth's students and parents more educational options and control.
The bill, Senate Bill 3, will allow local school boards, at that local board's option, to create these innovative public schools in Kentucky. It opens new doors for the state to develop these education crucibles where real research on educational methods can take place outside of the 'one size must fit all' restrictions and red tape that stifles the regular public school system.
SB 3 will provide real opportunities for innovation in education in Kentucky, and provide real choice for Kentucky students and families. SB 3 is a likely KEY VOTE for the 2011 session.
