News from Jay: July 2024
A new poll shows voters want public school options and agree that education is the key driver of economic empowerment and educational advancement. Join us in supporting legislation to expand access to great Black and Brown-led charter schools. We can’t wait to see you on May 7 in New York to celebrate the legacy of Geoffrey Canada!
What We’re Reading: July 2024
The National Desk: Most Black, Latino swing state voters say public schools ‘failing’ their kids, poll shows WJAC: Tennessee governor labels school choice ‘civil rights issue of our time’ at […]
FCCS 2024 Statement on Biden’s Decision to Step Down
FCCS Executive Director Jay Artis-Wright issued the following statement today in response to President Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential campaign. “President Biden’s decision to withdraw from the […]
News from Jay: May 2024
A new poll shows voters want public school options and agree that education is the key driver of economic empowerment and educational advancement. Join us in supporting legislation to expand access to great Black and Brown-led charter schools. We can’t wait to see you on May 7 in New York to celebrate the legacy of Geoffrey Canada!
FCCS Sponsors LULAC Golf Classic
FCCS proudly sponsored a team of four at the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Golf Classic, held on May 15th at Gus Wortham Park Golf Course in Houston, […]
What We’re Reading: May 2024
The AP: 70 years after Brown v. Board, America is both more diverse — and more segregated NY 1: Report: More diversity in schools leads to better academic outcomes for […]
Republic Schools, TN Secures Teacher Retention Grant
RePublic Charter Schools in Nashville, TN secured a grant from Mississippi First to invest in teacher recruitment and retention efforts. The network, led by leader of color Ashley Davis Gallimore, […]
FCCS & DeKalb PATH Charter Schools Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
Atlanta, GA – Over 50 DeKalb PATH Academy charter school community members joined FCCS to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week and enjoy Bruster’s Ice Cream on us. The dedication to excellence […]
FCCS Hosts 2nd Annual Legacy Award Gala Honoring Geoffrey Canada
FCCS hosted our 2nd Annual Legacy Award Gala in New York City to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Geoffrey Canada, innovator, advocate, author, and president of the Harlem Children’s Zone. […]
What We’re Reading: April 2024
US News & World Report: 2024 Best Charter High Schools KTVU: Oakland resolution to help Black and brown students qualify for college The Hechinger Report: Vague school rules at the […]