MNEA to Meet with Charter Schools

According to the St. Louis Post, the Grade, one of the largest teachers union in Missouri is planning to meet with the Missouri Charter school leaders to see what they have to say.

The MNEA asked to meet with the state department’s director of charter schools, Jocelyn Strand, and with the director of the Missouri Charter Public School Association, Aaron North.

“We really felt it was important for us to hear what their beliefs are, and what exactly they’re advocating,” Guinther said.

Is this an extension of an olive branch? Guess we will wait and see. Charter schools offer parents with choices they may not otherwise have. With many failing schools and schools that are not the right fit, parents need choices within their means. Many families cannot afford the lavish private schools, but that should not mean their children will suffer through a sub par education.
I am interested to see how this story continues...