Chance to improve education a primary factor in a Proposed Charter School

The Journal Courier:

A smattering of cynicism can be necessary, even beneficial, when dealing with things that are new.

It's when a lack of understanding causes something with potential benefit to be viewed through jaundiced eyes that the cynicism can become a roadblock.

Take as an example ongoing discussion about a proposal to create a charter school for Jacksonville.

The sticking point in the months since the proposal for 8 Points Charter School was unveiled has not been the need or the curriculum, but rather the dollars and cents.

This should not become a bottom-line decision. While money has to be a concern given the sealed-wallet finances across the state, the greater question should be "is it something Jacksonville needs right now?"

The answer seems to be "yes."

Posted by Jim Zellmer at January 11, 2011 3:48 AM
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