Charter Schools are being pushed by the governor. PTA must remain vigilant that the criteria for the new schools match the National PTA Criteria and that their formation does not adversely impact the existing public schools. Vouchers target a selected few students and abandon those left behind in schools that get even fewer resources. Vouchers do not ensure parental choice. Schools accepting vouchers do not have to admit every student seeking admission.
Voucher plans distract from the real needs of public schools.
Public schools are not equitably funded. It is still too early to determine whether charter schools will live up to the Governor's expectations, how they will actually operate, what improvements students will gain and what impact this will have on the existing public schools. Return Home Return To Top of Page NYS PTA Site Index Copyright 1998, New York State PTA, unless otherwise noted, All Rights Reserved.