As the bill that would expand school choice advances through the Iowa Legislature, many Iowans may be asking themselves what are charter schools? The bill, Senate File 159, expands school choice by allowing the use of public funds for private and charter schools. It was approved by the Senate last week and will move over to the Iowa House for consideration.
What Are Charter Schools? This Is What Iowa’s School Choice Bill Would Allow
Grace King, The Gazette (Cedar Rapids)
Tue, 02/02/2021 - 6:21pm
Sections: u.s.
Topics: Iowa Linn County Cedar Rapids
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