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Posts by Lynn Norman-Teck

Lynn Norman-Teck
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Florida’s Graduation Rate is Rising

Lynn Norman-Teck
Research & Publications
#charterschoolgraduation, #graduationrate, @EducationFL, @GovDeSantis
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PRESS RELEASE, Governor Ron DeSantis \Florida’s 2023-2024 Graduation Rate Breaks State Record at 89.7% Florida’s graduation rate rises nearly two percentage points over the previous year TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—January 9, 2025 – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s high school graduation rate rose to 89.7 percent during the 2023-2024 school year, an increase of 1.7…
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Miami Dade Charter Schools Await Much-Needed ESSER Reimbursements

Lynn Norman-Teck
Press releases
#districtrelations, #DrArza, #FCSAadvocacy, #ralpharlza, @dadeschools, ESSER
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Update: January 27, 2025 — Under the leadership of Dr. Tony Arza, the FCSA team orchestrated a significant breakthrough, securing the release of millions in ESSER III reimbursement funds for our member schools in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. These critical reimbursements had been stalled, with many left unreviewed or unjustly denied by the districts. Through…
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End of Year Message to FCSA Members

Lynn Norman-Teck
Press releases
#YearinReview #FCSAmembers, @FLCharter
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Throughout 2024, the FCSA team remained steadfast in our commitment to advocating for and supporting Florida’s Charter Schools in ways that often go unseen but are deeply impactful. While much of our work happens behind the scenes—through strategic conversations with key lawmakers, strengthening relationships with district superintendents and school board members, and tackling challenges head-on…
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Preparing Leaders to Drive the Charter School Movement Forward

Lynn Norman-Teck
Press releases
#cametraEdwards, #charterschoolleaders, #FloridaCharterInstitute, #JayDrag, #Schoolleadersfellowship, @EducationFL, @FLCharter
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The School Leaders Fellowship (SLF) is an exhilarating program designed to equip emerging leaders with the tools, knowledge, and strategies to lead a successful and thriving charter school. This dynamic program brings together experienced charter school leaders and field experts who offer a unique blend of practical advice, powerful resources, and cutting-edge concepts that Fellows…
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Charter Sch Conference + School Choice Summit Shatters Attendance Record, Setting New Milestone

Lynn Norman-Teck
Press releases, Uncategorized
#charterconference, #FCSC+SCS, @FCI
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The 2024 Florida Charter School Conference + School Choice Summit (FCSC+SCS) was a premier gathering of key advocates for educational choice, educators, administrators, governing board members, and other stakeholders. According to the Florida Department of Education, a record-breaking 1,300 attendees and exhibitors attended the conference. The Florida Charter School Alliance (FCSA) once again participated in…
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Community Celebrates BridgePrep Academy Miami Gardens Ribbon Cutting

Lynn Norman-Teck
Charter Schools in the News
#BridgeprepAcademy, #charterschools, #Cognia, #SMARTmanagement
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September 30, 2024 — Miami-Dade County, FL — BridgePrep Academy (BPA) proudly hosted the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for BridgePrep Academy of Miami Gardens, located at 3490 NW 191st Street, Miami Gardens, FL 33056. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by Principal Farah Barat, marks BridgePrep Academy’s commitment to the city of Miami Gardens and its community.  The…
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Shereen Reid Named Winner of Inaugural Florida Charter School Teacher of the Year Award

Lynn Norman-Teck
Press releases
#CharterSchoolTOY, #ESSLearning, #ShereenReid, #Somerset, #TeacheroftheYear, #technologylab, @bhopecharters, @EducationFL, Academica
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Orlando, FL – November 20, 2024 – The Florida Charter School Alliance (FCSA) is proud to announce that Shereen Reid, a 4th-grade teacher and Team Leader at Somerset Preparatory Academy of North Lauderdale in Broward County, has been named the winner of the inaugural Florida Charter School Teacher of the Year Award. This prestigious recognition…
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Future Leaders Workshop: Veteran School Leaders Share Best Practices in Engaging Sessions

Lynn Norman-Teck
Press releases
#fellowship, #futurecharterleaders
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Orlando, FL – The Florida Charter School Alliance hosted an inspiring leadership session that featured expert presentations and interactive sessions aimed at enhancing leadership skills and promoting effective team collaboration among the School Leaders Fellowship/Cohort 4. Held during the Florida Charter School Conference + School Choice Summit, the workshop featured two accomplished charter school leaders.…
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Florida, the Forgotten Education-Reform Star

Lynn Norman-Teck
Research & Publications
#3rdgradereading, #4thgrademath, #Academica, #AforAchievement, #charterschool, #CSUSAproud, #disruptingpoverty, #FloridaCharterInstitute, #JebBush, #NAEPscore, @EducationFL
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Op-Ed By Robert Pondiscio, Education Gadfly November 14, 2024 — published in aei.org — Around the turn of the millennium, Florida was widely regarded as a pace-setter in education reform. Led by then-Governor Jeb Bush, the Sunshine State implemented an outcomes-driven agenda focused on prioritizing literacy, holding schools accountable, and expanding school choice, among other agenda items. The success…
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Inaugural Florida Charter School Teacher of the Year Award Finalists Announced

Lynn Norman-Teck
Charter Schools in the News, Press releases
#Academica, #BuildingHope, #charterschoolteacher, #Charterteachers, #ESSLearning, #FCSC+SCS, #LakeWalesCharter, #RalphArza, #SLAMBoca, #SomersetPrep, #TeacheroftheYear, #TechologyLab, @EducationFL
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TALLAHASSEE, FL — Nov. 15, 2024 — The Florida Charter School Alliance (FCSA) is proud to announce the finalists for the inaugural Florida Charter School Teacher of the Year Award, recognizing the exceptional dedication, innovation, and impact of educators in Florida’s charter schools. This prestigious award highlights the outstanding contributions of teachers who go above…
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