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Board denies 1 Purpose charter petition after hours of testimony and debate
Summary
After a lengthy public hearing that drew many community speakers and outside funders, the Board of Education declined to grant the 1 Purpose charter petition, citing concerns about facilities, local impacts and remaining questions despite supporters’ testimony.
The San Francisco Board of Education voted on Sept. 23 to deny the 1 Purpose charter petition following an extended hearing and public comment period.
Supporters of 1 Purpose — including the California Charter Schools Association, community leaders, foundation funders and parents — gave testimony describing the petition’s educational model, leadership experience and local demand. Hillary Harmson of CCSA told commissioners the petition "meets all requirements of law and…
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