In the Kansas City area, universities have been some of the most prominent sponsors of the public charter schools. But in just the past few years, several ended the relationships or saw charter schools removed by the state.
Originally published on December 17, 2020 7:46 pm
Charter schools have broken out of the boundaries of Missouri’s two largest cities for the first time.
The Leadership School won a charter from a divided state school board Thursday and plans to open as an elementary school in north St. Louis County next fall. It will be located somewhere within the boundaries of the provisionally accredited Normandy school district.
The Leadership School’s model is to give students a voice and choice in their education by prioritizing leadership training. Founder Kimberly Townsend said the school will offer students a sense of belonging and strong academics.