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Nonprofit outlines plan for adult charter high schools in the Rio Grande Valley; asks board to consider start-up support
Summary
Representatives of the Possible (Dream/Beauty) Foundation presented a state-authorized plan to open adult charter high schools for people ages 18 to 50 who lack a high school diploma and asked the board to consider start-up support and local partnerships.
Representatives of a nonprofit identified in the meeting materials as the "Possible Dream Foundation" (presenters used a variant spelling during remarks) told the Harlingen Community Improvement Board they have received charter authorization from the Texas education agency to open adult charter high schools in the Rio Grande Valley this fall.
Daniel King, identified at the meeting as chairman of the foundation's board, said the schools will serve adults ages 18 to 50 who do not hold a high school diploma. King emphasized the program awards a high-school diploma (not a GED), requires students to earn standard credits and pass exit exams,…
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