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In this live Washington, D.C. episode, Jed and Andy tackle the early policy shifts of the new Trump administration and what they mean for charter schools, education funding, and equity. They discuss the chaotic rollout of federal budget cuts, block grants, and DEI policies, analyzing how these moves may shape the future of public education—especially in blue states.
With federal oversight in flux, the conversation explores whether charter schools could be left without a seat at the table, the potential impact of religious charter schools, and the broader political realignment in education policy. The episode wraps up with a live audience Q&A, bringing in diverse perspectives on school choice, funding inequities, and the future of education reform.
Key Takeaways:
✔ The chaotic pace of policy changes under the new administration and how it differs from 2017
✔ The potential risks of block grants for charter schools, particularly in blue states
✔ The legal and political implications of religious charter schools and upcoming Supreme Court rulings
✔ Why charter school advocates must define their values and strategy amid shifting political winds
✔ The growing divide between red and blue states on public education policy
Notes & References
Eduwonk on IES cuts and the cultural moment we're in
Eduwonk on the recent "Dear Colleague" letter
SCOTUS Blog on the Oklahoma religious charter school case
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In this live Washington, D.C. episode, Jed and Andy tackle the early policy shifts of the new Trump administration and what they mean for charter schools, education funding, and equity. They discuss the chaotic rollout of federal budget cuts, block grants, and DEI policies, analyzing how these moves may shape the future of public education—especially in blue states.
With federal oversight in flux, the conversation explores whether charter schools could be left without a seat at the table, the potential impact of religious charter schools, and the broader political realignment in education policy. The episode wraps up with a live audience Q&A, bringing in diverse perspectives on school choice, funding inequities, and the future of education reform.
Key Takeaways:
✔ The chaotic pace of policy changes under the new administration and how it differs from 2017
✔ The potential risks of block grants for charter schools, particularly in blue states
✔ The legal and political implications of religious charter schools and upcoming Supreme Court rulings
✔ Why charter school advocates must define their values and strategy amid shifting political winds
✔ The growing divide between red and blue states on public education policy
Notes & References
Eduwonk on IES cuts and the cultural moment we're in
Eduwonk on the recent "Dear Colleague" letter
SCOTUS Blog on the Oklahoma religious charter school case
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