On Tuesday, charter school supporters have their best chance yet to tip the scales and win a controlling majority on the Los Angeles Board of Education. Winners of the school board seats also will have extra-long terms, 5 ½ years rather than four, because the city is changing the timing of municipal elections. Charter critics insist a pro-charter majority could permanently harm traditional public schools and the students they serve. A recently formed organization with many of the same backers, Great Public Schools Now, also talks about creating successful schools of any kind. But he also has stated his desire to limit charter growth, and charter supporters worry he will act more aggressively to do so.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 05, 2017 12:00 UTC