Could innovative education models like microschools be a solution to schooling in the wake of emergencies?
After Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans saw success in rebuilding education through charter schools—a model that transformed the city’s entire school system. Today, as North Carolina faces similar hurdles in the wake of Hurricane Helene, microschools can offer a flexible, community-driven alternative.
Gaining momentum during COVID-19, microschools have proven that small, adaptable educational setups can thrive, even in challenging circumstances. For families in remote areas and states affected by significant weather events, microschools can offer a modern, responsive education model without the long wait for traditional school reconstruction. Microschools across the nation offer education options to many students, and one strength is how nimble they are, which can empower communities in crisis to restore learning and move forward more quickly.
Read the full article here: www.carolinajournal.com/opinion/lessons-on-nimble-post-disaster-schooling-from-hurricane-katrina-...
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