November 22, 2021 7:32 pm
Report questions why underperforming charter school was renewed
In April, the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board issued a three-year renewal contract to Midtown Public Charter School in Jackson — despite the fact the school has not exceeded a ‘D’ rating since it first opened in 2015.
Charter schools in Mississippi must meet certain goals to continue to operate and are considered for renewal every five years, according to state law.