The Hallett Turn Around Story

UNC’s Center for Urban Education had a great write-up on Hallett in their most recent newsletter.  You can read the entire thing here, but some highlights: CUE teacher candidate Luisa Rodriguez worked as a tutor at Hallett Academy this past semester. She agrees...

The Time Is Ripe For Action

Originally published in Greater Park Hill News – April 2nd, 2019 By Erin Pier PTA fundraising. Material resources. Toxic Stress. Mental health support. Park Hill Neighbors for Equity in Education (PHNEE) hopes that by addressing these issues in past issues of...

If Not SPF, Then What?

Based on remarks made by Andrew Lefkowits at Community Discussion on School Choice January 15, 2019 Central Park Recreation Center There are four things to think about, other than SPF, when choosing a school. 1. Calm Down! There is no one perfect school. The choice...

Much More Than a Color

Originally published in Greater Park Hill News – Dec 31st, 2018 By Andrew Lefkowits ‘Tis the Season! No, not the season of agonizing over whether or not you chose the exact right gift for everyone on your list. It’s the Season of School Choice – an even more...