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Charter School Expansion Divides Massachusetts Lawmakers

A ballot measure proposed in Massachusetts, if approved by voters, would allow for the creation or expansion of 12 charter schools a year.

by Jacob Sanchez

Students enter a classroom one one of the 11 Houston-area campuses of Yes Prep, a public charter school system serving 7,000 low-income students.
Credit: Michael Stravato for the Texas Tribune

A ballot measure proposed in Massachusetts, if approved by voters, would allow for the creation or expansion of 12 charter schools a year. Lawmakers are trying to avoid placing the expansion measure on the ballot in November, and are working toward a compromise on charter schools. (Boston Globe)

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