A new Kentucky initiative was previewed on Friday that will allow some districts to gain flexibility from certain laws and regulations regarding curriculum, instruction, structure, scheduling, and funding. The initiative is an effort to increase innovation efforts in education.
These "Districts of Innovation" will operate much like charters, said State Education Commissioner Terry Holliday, according to a story by WHAS 11. The state does not currently allow charter schools.
The initiative was developed under House Bill 37, and was modeled partly on charter laws in other states. It will be funded in part by a recently developed nonprofit educational "venture capital" fund for innovation, The Courier-Journal reports.
To read the full, original article click on this link: Kentucky 'Districts of Innovation' Will Allow Greater Flexibility - Charters & Choice - Education Week
