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SFUSD board renews City Arts & Technology and 5 Keys charters after lengthy public testimony
Summary
The San Francisco Board of Education approved renewal petitions for City Arts & Technology High School and two 5 Keys programs after extended presentations and testimony from students, parents and program partners. Board members pressed for continued oversight of special‑education services.
The San Francisco Board of Education voted March 22 to renew several charter petitions, approving City Arts & Technology High School’s renewal and two renewals for 5 Keys programs serving adult and incarcerated learners.
Deputy Superintendent Richard Carranza and Executive Director Mary Richards summarized staff reviews that found no major financial deficiencies in the petitions. Richards told the board staff had requested clarifications on auditors’ qualifications and a $20,000 line for legal fees but said petitioners supplied the needed documentation.
Hundreds of people attended and more than 60 speakers signed in for City Arts &…
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