The Go Public Blog

Get the latest news and happenings at San Antonio and Houston (Gulf Coast) ISDs’ schools on the Go Public Blog. Go Public is a campaign and initiative prompting the benefits and great things happening in traditional public schools. The campaign allows districts in a region to come together, pool resources, and promote their districts and public school information through promotion, outreach, and marketing. San Antonio launched Go Public and this site serves its districts. Learn more about how Go Public got started, the Gulf Coast campaign, and the partnership with the Friends of Texas Public Schools by clicking the apple here.

Are charter schools private schools?

September 30, 2022

Charter schools are free due to public, taxpayer dollars that are taken from traditional public schools when a child enrolls in the charter school. Unlike a traditional public school, charter schools are also funded by private companies, individuals, and interests. They are managed by a private entity vs a community elected board where the public has input. And their boards are appointed vs elected. This means that charter board members can have a financial interest in the success of the schools.