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After being rebuffed, charter school tries again for Brockton
http://www.enterprisenews.com/article/20150804/NEWS/150808831/0/breaking_ajax
Founders of the proposed New Heights Charter School of Brockton say a revamped proposal, sharper focus and a confirmed partnership with Massasoit Community College should get them into the winner's circle this time.
After being rebuffed, charter school tries again for Brockton
By Michele Morgan Bolton
Posted Aug. 4, 2015 at 3:46 PM
Updated Aug 4, 2015 at 3:53 PM
BROCKTON – Founders of the proposed New Heights Charter School of Brockton say a revamped proposal, sharper focus and a confirmed partnership with Massasoit Community College should get them into the winner’s circle this time.
School officials submitted a prospectus to the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education last week for the 2016-17 school year
It was six months after state officials cut the proposal from the last licensing round – citing some vague details – and after months of fierce opposition by the Brockton Public Schools.
“At this point we are very optimistic,” said Executive Director Omari Walker, of Norton: “The state was clear about what they are looking for from us and I’m hoping we can deliver.”