by Empowerschools | Mar 31, 2015 | Uncategorized
We previously discussed an Indiana law which allows for the creation of new “innovation schools.” These are autonomous public schools contracted by the School Board to operate independently but as part of the school district. Recently, the first innovation school was...
by Empowerschools | Mar 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
A number of recent news articles have highlighted how education leaders across the country are exploring ways in which increasing school-level flexibilities may improve outcomes for students. Empower’s core belief is that powerful schools change the trajectory of...
by Empowerschools | Nov 17, 2014 | Uncategorized
Educators are charged with the opportunity and the obligation to prepare young people for healthy and productive futures. They are expected to do this with skill, expertise, and finesse. In too many instances, schools lack adequately-equipped staff, access to...
by Empowerschools | Oct 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Many of the highest performing schools of all types are “powerful schools.” These schools often have autonomy and flexibility in staffing, schedule, curriculum, and spending. But it’s not really autonomy which makes these schools successful, it’s how educators use...
